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MATBOCK Monday: How a SOIDC Loads His Graverobber Assault Medic
Monday, April 8th, 2024Carryology Presents: Mission to Mars | Designing a NASA Backpack
Saturday, April 6th, 2024Carryology has shared a great video about the NASA x Mission Workshop BASALT EVIB.
In 2016, Mark Falvai, co-founder of Mission Workshop, received a call he’d always dreamed of. On the other side of the line was an engineer named Mike Miller. He worked for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. A government organization known to the world as NASA.
Mike had a top secret project and he needed Mark’s help. NASA was preparing for a Mars Landing, and they needed the perfect backpack designed for the mission.
And many months later, the NASA x Mission Workshop BASALT EVIB was born.
Read the full article here: www.carryology.com/projects/carry-collaborations/mission-to-mars-designing-backpacks-for-nasa
MATBOCK Monday: Graverobber Assault Medic to Sustainment
Monday, March 25th, 2024In part 3 of 3 we are going to cover how the GRAM attaches to the sustainment to create the MATBOCK Tech Ruck
In the video above we also have links to Part 1, where we covered the Graverobber™ Assault Medic Insert Panel and Part 2, where we covered the Graverobber™ Assault Medic
This well-organized medical bag and series are why we decided to call it the Graverobber™. The ability to scale up or down based on mission requirements is paramount for the units we support.
Next week, we will cover the LIFT System and how this product line can save you nearly 36lbs. If you have any questions, reach out to us at sales@matbock.com
FirstSpear Friday Focus – Discreet Backpack
Friday, March 8th, 2024
A long time fan favorite, the Discreet Backpack is a must-have accessory for anyone who owns a short-barreled firearm or sub-gun. This versatile and adjustable pack can carry all your gear in one convenient place, under the radar. The quick release buckle strap and durable materials provide protection and security for your firearm, while the small zippered pocket on the back is perfect for storing small accessories. Whether you’re heading to the shooting range, traveling or need a convenient way to stow your truck gun, this pack will help mitigate unwanted attention.
Visit FirstSpear to find American Made kit and accessories, Built For The X.
Pre-Order Ventum Gear’s Burrito Backpack
Monday, March 4th, 2024The Burrito is Ventum Gear’s first pack design.
It has a 21 litter capacity and features Ventum’s combination of laser cut PALS backed with Velcro pile. Behind this field is a flat pocket, the first of many compartments.
A primary main compartment has three mesh bellow pockets for internal organization. In addition, it offers a padded slot for laptops or reading material as well as an organizer for pens and electronics.
In the second main compartment there are side-sewn PALS loops. There are also mesh pockets attached on one side (1x small / 1x large). The opposite side is equipped with Velcro and can be equipped modularly as an EDC or even as a Medic backpack.
Behind the second main compartment is a third flat pocket, extra padded and lined with Velcro on one side.
www.ventumgear.com/p/burrito-r-backpack-20l-black-pre-order
Tactical Tailor Offering Ruck Mods Again
Saturday, February 24th, 2024Ruck Mods are back at Tactical Tailor.
tacticaltailor.com/products/bags-packs-rucks/bags-packs-rucks-rucksack-mods
MATBOCK Monday: Rain or Shine
Monday, February 19th, 2024As military operatives, we know that the battleground doesn’t always adhere to the convenience of dry conditions. In the crucible of operational environments, where water, mud, and extreme weather are constants, gear failure is not an option. That’s where the MR Dry 2.0 asserts its dominance, leaving competitors behind.
Engineered through hard-won experience, the MR Dry 2.0 has long surpassed its rivals, setting the standard for durability and adaptability in the field. From amphibious assaults to rugged land operations, this bag stands as the quintessential solution to the challenges of modern warfare.
Pairing seamlessly with the renowned Mystery Ranch NICE frame, or adaptable to other rigid frames, the MR Dry 2.0 embodies versatility.
Its three size options cater to the diverse needs of military units, ensuring that no mission is compromised by inadequate gear storage.
Gear integrity is non-negotiable for SEALs, Marines, and maritime teams navigating unforgiving terrains. The genesis of the MR Dry 2.0 emerges from the necessity of safeguarding mission-critical equipment against the elements on the frontline. Its innovative design shields gear from moisture and debris and streamlines accessibility and organization—a game-changer for those operating in wet and demanding
conditions.
In the crucible of combat, where success hinges on preparedness and adaptability, the MR Dry 2.0 is an indispensable ally. It’s not just a bag; it’s a testament to the enduring spirit of innovation forged through experience—the kind of innovation that ensures mission success and brings our troops home safely.
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Airborne Test Force Tests Field Radio Ruck to Survive Airborne Combat Missions
Saturday, February 10th, 2024The U.S. Army Airborne Test Force (ATF) located at Yuma Test Center, Yuma Proving Ground, recently tested program of record Manpack radios, the AN/PRC-158 and AN/PRC-162, managed by the Product Manager Handheld, Manpack, Small Form Fit (HMS) inside the Army’s newest Radio Carrier Rucksack (RCR) solution. The RCR, developed and produced by the Natick Soldier Systems Center, was stressed in combat-realistic scenarios by the center to determine if the RCRs could safely support parachute operations without damage to radios or the ruck.
Soldier feedback using the legacy radio rucksack over several years of test events indicated that a solution with better weight balance, comfort, and heat dissipation was required for the user. PdM HMS initiated a competitive market research strategy, which brought a variety of industry and government rucksack solutions to Soldiers during 2022 and 2023 that led to the selection of the currently tested RCR solution.
“The competitive process really drove industry innovation, challenging the community to develop a best all-around rucksack solution in support of Army combat operations while carrying our modernized communications equipment,” said Derek Harberts, deputy PdM HMS.
“What we saw during this test are the results of a successful competitive process providing the all-around best-value to the Soldier and the taxpayers.”
The current design leverages modifications to the existing design of the Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment assault pack currently fielded across the Army. Compared to the legacy RCR, the improvements allow securing the radio to the pack frame for better weight, balancing, and cooling. Modifications to the ruck allow better access if the radio needs to be carried and operated inside the bag as well as improved stowage and access for radio ancillary and mission equipment.
“The radio harness allows the radio to be connected to the existing assault frame, while the side pouches allow for individualized space to store antennas away from other equipment and gear,” explained Bob Cohen, HMS Manpack Lead Test Engineer.
“There’s additional space in the bottom compartment that can be used to individually store spare batteries and other ancillary equipment for ease of access.”
In all, the RCR will carry the radio, a battery, an antenna, and the Soldier’s basic load of individual equipment.
Leading up to the test, Soldiers with the ATF team started by packing the rucks as they would operationally under the direction of ATF Soldier Sgt. 1st Class Cody Lavalla.
“The configuration of these rucks is slightly different then the currently issued rucks,” tells Lavalla, “We are going through the process of figuring out how to rig the harness single point release to the ruck so all the equipment will survive the jump and is safe for the jumpers.”
The harness single point release is the equipment that secures the ruck close to the jumper’s body during most of the jump and is designed to be lowered on a release line away from the jumper by pulling a release handle just prior to landing.
When the Soldiers were about 150 feet from the ground, they lowered the rucksack carrying the radio using the lowering line, making it about 15 feet below them when they landed.
“We don’t want the ruck still attached to us when we prepare to land on the ground, or we risk injuries as we do our Parachute Landing Falls,” explained Lavalla. “We pull on the release handle and the ruck falls away from our body but is still attached to us via the lowering line so the equipment is out of the way when we are ready to land. It is nearby to have access to the equipment quickly if needed once we are on the ground.”
ATF Soldiers performed several jumps throughout the week for the safety confirmation tests. A team met them on the ground to ensure their safety and monitored the jumps.
Afterwards, Air Delivery Test Officer Faith Harbolt, ATF and members of the HMS team inspected the radios to see how they held up to the test.
“The test went well. The results of the test demonstrated that the rucksacks successfully secure and protect the radios during airborne operations. There was no damage to the rucks or radios observed during the inspection that occurred after the test was complete,” said Lavalla.
The improved rucksack will be fielded to units receiving Manpack radios starting early next calendar year. When fielded, these items will be used by units such as the 82nd Airborne during combat operations.
Story by Ana Henderson, U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground
