We covered the new Vertx smock pretty well already. The big news here is that it is now available for order. In MultiCam size Small – 2XLarge.
Get yours at www.wearvertx.com.
Archive for the ‘Multicam’ Category
Vertx Smock Available for Order
Thursday, January 5th, 2012Altberg Leaning Forward In The Foxhole
Friday, December 30th, 2011Anticipating a wholesale switch to brown boots for the UK military in order to blend in better with their new MultiCam-based pattern Multi Terrain Pattern (MTP), specialist cobbler Altberg boots has introduced several of their models in brown. For example, here is the Bergen, one of their rough terrain models.
Beating The Cold So It Doesn’t Beat You
Tuesday, December 27th, 2011
Earlier this winter, the Army released ALARACT 382/2011 : COLD WEATHER INJURY PREVENTION FOR 2011 FALL/WINTER SEASON.
In particular, the Army directs commanders to prevent Cold Weather Injuries (CWI). According to the ALARACT CWI include:
– Injuries due to decreased temperature (hypothermia, frostbite, nonfreezing cold injury)
Injuries due to heaters (e.g., burns from fire, etc.)
– Carbon monoxide poisoning
– Accidents due to impaired physical and mental function resulting from cold stress
According the Army, during the 2010 – 2011 cold season, there were 306 CWI reported among Soldiers: 38-cases of hypothermia, a life-threatening condition, and 162-cases of frostbite, which can lead to amputations.
The Army has long relied on keyword COLD to aid Soldiers in preventing CWI. In fact, while it’s not spelled out this way, the basic principles find their way into the ALARACT.
C is for “cleanliness and care — feet, socks and clothing are warmer when clean.â€
O is for overheating — don’t overdress — you’ll perspire and become cold.
L is for “layers and looseness — loose layers allows air spaces to hold body heat,†Also adjust for comfort in order improve circulation and insulation.
D is for dampness — wet garments are cold — repel water, and if you get wet, change to dry clothing.
-Extracted from GTA 8-6-12
Reviewing the Army’s concerns, the first and last CWI can definitely be mitigated through the proper use of keyword C-O-L-D. But, the Army has also developed a couple of cold weather clothing ensembles like Extreme Cold Weather Clothing System (ECWCS) Gen III and Fire Resistant Environmental Ensemble (FREE) that make taking care of yourself a lot easier.
Both are scalable systems designed to allow the Soldier to configure his clothing for the environment. ECWCS Gen III is designed for use by ground troops while FREE was developed for use by vehicle and armor crews. Consequently, it is FR, just as its name implies. Both systems are available in standard issue UCP or in OCP for use in Afghanistan. And, both systems are provided to the US Army by ADS, Inc.
For in-depth information on ECWCS Gen III visit www.adsinc.com/blog/industry-news-and-events/environmental-clothing-systems and FREE visit www.adsinc.com/blog/industry-news-and-events/free-%E2%80%93-keeping-you-warm-in-spite-of-the-heat
Unfortunately, injuries are a risk of military service, but many can be prevented. CWI fall into that category. For more information on CWI visit phc.amedd.army.mil.
www.adsinc.com/solutions/clothing-programs
Firestorm Combat Shirt from ICE Tactical
Thursday, December 22nd, 2011
About a year ago we introduced the Firestorm Combat Shirt from ICE Tactical to you. We were able to purchase one from GSS. We have to tell you, this is one seriously nice combat shirt. Consider this. It’s FR, it’s printed completely in MultiCam, and it’s currently $99 from ICE Tactical. Read our write up. Everything still applies. It’s comfortable, roomy considering that it’s a combat shirt and well made.
New Garmin 401 Kit from 215 Gear
Wednesday, December 21st, 2011215 Gear is offering a great deal on a kit consisting of the Garmin Foretrex 401 GPS and their updated carrying pouch.
The waterproof Foretrex 401 is a big improvement over the original 101 boasting the addition of an electronic compass and barometric altimeter. The pouch is available in MultiCam and Coyote and can be worn on the forearm or attached to your stock. Additionally, it features a removable flap to protect from damage and guard against a light AD from your GPS.
215gearstore.com/gpspouchand401kit
New Kifaru Woobie Image
Wednesday, December 21st, 2011Since apparently guys wearing jeans can’t use woobies, Kifaru has succumbed to pressure from those who won’t buy anything from them anyway and put up a new photo of the excellent reversible MultiCam to Coyote Woobie.
Woobies rock. Get yours at and send us a photo of you using it while wearing jeans. We’ll reward you with an SSD morale patch.
Vertx Declares a Winner
Wednesday, December 21st, 2011Larry P from Arkansas has won the first shipped MultiCam Vertx Smock. Larry, if you are a reader of SSD contact us for an SSD morale patch. If you’re not, well…tough.
Afghan SF in Ghostex Kilo-1 Pattern
Tuesday, December 20th, 2011
Previously adopted by the Afghanistan Border Police, the Ghostex Kilo-1 Pattern is now in use by Afghan Special Forces.
You may notice that the pattern is complimentary to the Operation Enduring Freedom Camouflage Pattern (OCP) in use with US Army and Air Force units in Afghanistan. This is because the US Government stipulated that this pattern must have similar coloration but yet be distinctively different from OCP. This is so that the forces could work in concert during operations but would not be mistaken for one another in close proximity.
Here you can see the two patterns side by side.
Ghostex is a joint venture between ADS Inc and Canada-based HyperStealth Biotechnology Corporation.
