We recently spied this skull pattern chalk bag from Misty Mountain during the USASOC Sniper competition at Fort Bragg. Seeing how it’s Made in USA, we thought it was cool enough to share.
Although this skull pattern has not been loaded on their website as an option, you can contact them and order it anyway.
mistymountain.com/recreational-gear/chalk-bags
Extreme Outfitters is currently highlighting their inventory of Metolius rock climbing products.
www.extremeoutfitters.us/search.aspx?manufacturer=196
Speer Ops Tech has made quite a name for themselves in the tactical medicine field. Naturally, this specialization extends into rescue which means ropes.
SpeerOpTech Combat Assault and Rescue Ropes have an aramid Kevlar AP sheath which is made in America.
SpeerOpTech Combat Assault Rope comes in a diameter of 9mm and SpeerOpTech Rescue Rope comes in diameters of 8mm or 7.5mm. Custom rope diameters and sizes are available upon request.
Unique Properties:
Higher tenacity than regular Kevlar
High structural rigidity
Low electrical conductivity
High chemical resistance
Low thermal shrinkage
High cut and abrasion resistance
Hydrophobic
Flame resistant
Maintains strength in freezing temps
Revac-USA is a total tactical ropes solution company. They put folks where they wouldn’t usually be through training and equipment solutions. For example, they’ve used this caving ladder and hook on targets up to three stories tall.
Think of them as the Swiss Army knife of ropes. It’s not just going out to a unit and demonstrating a new rappelling harness. These guys are working with vendors to provide specialist products for access and rescue and helping world class problem solvers access vertical challenges previously difficult to tackle.
They’ve developed customized training courses for military and LE organizations and continue R&D to lighten the tactical climbers’ load.
Looking for an off-the-shelf climbing helmet in a color that won’t make you a target? Then you might want to check out the Black Diamond Half Dome Helmet in Cafe which is kind of a flat, dark tan.
CTOMS had a lot to show me during last month’s SOMSA conference. In addition to the Temba Pack, Pulley, and SlimmerLine IFAK they also showed us their line of Belt and Harness Systems.
-The desire was to build a lighter and more versatile belt and harness system than the current large buckle and large webbing.
-They started with AustriAlpin designing a 1” buckle where the release tabs were flush with the frame for added safety. CTOMS also switched to their new ‘Pro’ design which claims a redesign with a lower likelihood of inadvertently only securing one side.
-CTOMS belts start with what they call the Chassis.
-This is an adjustable one-size-fits-most carrier for two belt options.
-The chassis fits into most trouser belt loops.
-Hypalon belt loops retain the inner belt.
-This is a similar design to their old M-Harness belt with a non-adjustable quick release in the center and a ladder lock adjuster slightly offset. This allows conversion into their patented M2-Harness system.
-This is simply 1” tubular nylon with end user’s choice of dual adjust ITW SR buckle, or a dual adjust Cobra Buckle. Also available is their dual adjust, but not quick release, Belay Loop Assembly.
-The Belay Loop Assembly can be worn just like a non-quick release riggers belt, but instead of a metal V-ring, it has a soft bely loop clip in point. That belay loop can be slowed in its belay loop keeper to prevent inadvertent snags.
-2nd generation Turtle Harness
-More comfortable and less likely to stress the stitching on the plate carrier.
-Similar configuration to the M2 System for ease of donning and doffing.
-Integrates into any PALS based plate carrier without interfering or crushing contents of pouches – goes under pouches but over armor.
-Connects to the M2 or G2 Harnesses via the Leg Loops.
-Rapidly adjusts for comfort depending on if the user is walking, in the aircraft or about to go on the hoist.
-Full Class 3 with new over the shoulder straps.
ctoms.ca/Mission-Essential-Equipment/Belts-Harnesses-and-Accessories
The Spiltter glove was designed in conjunction with crack climbing legend Hans Florine and tested on Yosemite’s world-famous granite cracks.
Intended to replace tape, the Splitter is an easy on/off design and made from stretch polyester synthetic suede around the hand, non-slip synthetic leather for extra knuckle protection, and multiple finger loops with a unique wrist attachment. Available in XS, S/M and L/XL in Black.
The new Piccolo pulley from CTOMS is super lightweight. It’s not just lightweight, it is 94% efficient at 42 grams with 27 kn of strength. It’s designed for TRACE systems (9mm or smaller rope) and can accept up to three carabiners!
