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New MYSTERY RANCH Medic Pack: MOLE

Tuesday, July 28th, 2020

Designed for requirements around their winning bid in the Norwegian TCCC program, the MYSTERY RANCH MOLE fills the demand for a scaled-down, feature-rich medical pack. Every square inch of this pack was designed with function in mind.

At 22L, the MOLE is similar in size, but has a slimmer profile than its popular predecessor, the RATS pack. It is built with custom spec’d 500D CORDURA® with Teflon® and PU coatings for maximum durability, UV and weather protection and finished off with IR-compliant YKK® zippers. The MOLE is highly configurable with its carrying options and internal organization, adapting to changing mission profiles.

It features removable shoulder straps and waist belt, along with a system for attaching directly to body armor, and a top handle for multiple carrying options. Also noticeable is the incorporation of the removable Stick-it pouch for stowing a helmet, jacket or other bulky object on the outside. Underneath that are a sheath for trauma shears and dual tourniquet holders. The clamshell top lid opens widely for full-viewing access to contents.

Interior removable panel for single-access items.

External shear pocket with elastic on either side for quick access items (tourniquets).

The main compartment splays open via one-handed access from its two-zip design, allowing full access to the removable internal pouches inside the pack. An additional, internal handle keeps from fighting the top lid when hanging the pack to work out of.

The internal main compartment is lined with loop fuzz which allows you to customize its five removable medical pockets. Each pocket has clear vinyl windows and internal elastic bands to keep items tidy. An extra removable panel is included for even faster access to certain materials such as tourniquets, gauze and/or gloves. Two inner sleeves along the sides provide secure slots for splints or other long items.

Here’s a quick video detailing the MOLE:

MYSTERY RANCH really stayed focused on versatility and quick access on this pack. The MOLE has already been very popular in Europe as it launches here, looks to be a consideration for your combat trauma essentials. Check out the full line of medical military packs and accessories at MYSTERY RANCH.

We are pleased to collaborate with our friends at North American Rescue for kitting out our medical packs for these photos and videos. Please contact NARescue customer service to order medical contents as shown.

*Contents not included with MR pack.

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FirstSpear Friday Focus – VEP Modular Panel

Friday, July 17th, 2020

This Friday we are getting a look at a specialized pack from FirstSpear that offers an incredible amount of configurability to give operators one assault pack that can be tailored to meet their individual needs and rapidly changing mission sets. Meet the VEP Modular Panel featuring genuine 6/12 Laser Fused Platform and Quick-Release Tubes System.

The VEP Panel can be set up and worn in multiple configurations and includes four 2” Tubes straps to attach directly to the plate carrier keeping the underarms clear. The advantage of using FS Quick-Release Tubes lets the user don / doff the pack in mere seconds and even quickly throw the pack over the head or around the side when riding in vehicles or to access the pack contents without a teammate.

The entire system is remarkably thin, lightweight and configurable thanks to the 6/12 laser fused platform. Opposite of the 6/12 side is an adjustable mesh beaver tail pocket that is also removable. The panel is 100% user configurable and can be set up with the beaver tail side out or the 6/12 side out by simply adjusting a few buckles. The large 6/12 panel allows the operator to mount any style pocket or pouch where desired, perfect for the medic to the breacher and everyone in-between. There is one large internal zipper access the inside of the panel and works great for up to a 3L hydration bladder.

If all that was not enough FirstSpear also included two simple backpack straps you can quickly switch out and transform into a standard backpack worn with or without a plate carrier. Another innovative American made product from FirstSpear, available now in Multicam, Coyote Brown, Ranger Green, and Black. Pockets, hydration, and cell tag sold separately.

www.first-spear.com/platforms/vep-modular-panel

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Premier Body Armor’s Custom Armor Inserts For Eberlestock F5 Packs Now Available

Thursday, July 16th, 2020

GASTONIA, N.C. – July 14, 2020 – Premier Body Armor is excited to announce a new co-branding partnership with Eberlestock, a global leader in outdoor performance gear. Premier Body Armor worked with Eberlestock to manufacture custom designed armor inserts for the F5 Switchblade line of packs.

“Eberlestock’s F5 Switchblade packs have quickly become a staple for every day carry,” said Alex Stewart, Vice President of Operations at Premier Body Armor. “In addition to its all-around versatility, the F5 is a great way to incorporate inconspicuous level IIIA protection into your daily routine. Our new inserts are tailor-made to fit in the F5 and we’re proud to work with Eberlestock to offer this new option to everyone.”

The F5 Switchblade pack has been a huge success and has placed Eberlestock firmly in the EDC bag space. The combination of this CCW capable pack and the custom Premier Body Armor level IIIA insert creates a unique, fully operational solution ready for almost anything this uncertain world might bring.

Both companies are launching this partnership with a giveaway of a pack/armor bundle to one lucky winner. Find out more and enter to win here: eberlestock.com/premier.

The full line of inserts and packs are available now, and can be found here: premierbodyarmor.com/products/armored-eberlestock-switchblade-pack-bundle.

Learn more about Premier Body Armor and their complete line of off-body inserts and new low-profile body armor at premierbodyarmor.com.

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Now on Kickstarter – CHARLIE 25 Backpack by Remote Equipment

Wednesday, July 15th, 2020

Remote Equipment’s CHARLIE 25 Backpack is now crowdfunding on Kickstarter. It is a modular and scalable pack system which can be configured for 20, 25, or 30 liter capacity.

There’s a removable top lid which they refer to as a “brain” as well as two removable organization kits which attach as side pockets to the main bag.

Below, you can see the various features.

The pack is made from several X-PAC fabrics which are often used in luggage and known for their high tenacity.

To back this project, visit www.kickstarter.com/projects/remoteequipment/the-charlie-25-backpack.

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Crossfire Australia MULE

Wednesday, June 24th, 2020

Introducing the Crossfire MULE, a do-anything, carry-anything pack. It can be compressed into a low-profile, 1900 cu-in pack or expanded to 5000 cu-in. It can carry, Pelican cases, a 20-litre water/fuel jerry or streamlined for the hunter. Whether it is used on the front lines carting .50cal ammo cans across the Hindu Kush mountain range, or packing a freshly quartered Elk for the journey home in Montana. The Crossfire MULE will deliver these items comfortably, reliably and efficiently to their destination. The MULE is designed to easily attach to both the DG3 or the DG 16 Frame™. (FRAME SOLD SEPERATELY) If you already have one of our premier rucks either the DG3, DG16 or Mk.7 simply remove the packs from the frame at their attachment points and re-attach the MULE, this is a simple process by using our quick attachment system, the removal and attachment process can be done in under 5 minutes. This is the oversize carriage option many of you’ve been asking for, so we delivered.

www.crossfirepacks.com

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Mystery Ranch – Blaze Orange STICK-IT

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020

I’ve always liked the Mystery Ranch STICK-IT but I just recently found out they make it in Blaze Orange.

Blaze is a great color for this pack accessory if you are a hunter, training with a ruck in high traffic areas, or for organizations conducting A&S activities as well as training pipelines. Anywhere you want high visibility.

Made from 500D Cordura, the STICK-IT is an add-on beavertail with contouring pleats to accommodate larger volume items. It attaches to all MR Guide Light Frame styles and most day packs via 1” hardware.

Mystery Ranch is out of stock, but bever fear, I found them at Schnee’s, a fantastic local sporting goods store in Bozeman.

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ALICE Pack Carry Handle from OV Innovations

Friday, June 19th, 2020

Upgrade your ALICE pack with something that should’ve been included in the first place; a carry handle.

ovinnovations.com/products/alice-frame-carry-handle

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Matador – SEG42 One Bag Travel Pack

Thursday, May 28th, 2020

The new SEG42 One Bag Travel Pack from Matador sports a minimalist design for the traveler who wants to pack it all in a single 42 liter bag, with ease of carry while enroute.

Half duffle and half daypack, the clamshell flap of this panel loader incorporates three zippered pockets for quick access.

In addition to the haul loops on the top, bottom and side, there are stashable shoulder straps and an external-access padded laptop sleeve.

matadorup.com/products/seg42-travel-pack

Update: we received this note on the design.

SSD Staff,

Saw that you’ve got a brief write up on the Seg42, thanks for the feature. Wanted to reach out with a bit more info on the design concept.

Some folks on the team had been using packing cubes on their travels and loved the organization benefits, but found them somewhat of a hassle to use in confined spaces(planes, busses, cars etc). We set out to design a pack that provided the same level or organization as packing cubes, but with more direct access to the contents of the bag.

The idea is that the 5 hangdown “Seg” pockets are the main compartments and the big clamshell pocket is overflow storage for large bulky items or dirty clothes. The 5 pockets have a volume that totals 42 liters, and the large clamshell pocket also has a volume that totals 42 liters, so the user can pack as they see fit to fill out the bag.

We also included the internal parallel zip divider to stow away the hangdown seg pockets. This configuration doesn’t allow the user to trade off volume between compartments, but it provides one large compartment and 7 additional externally accessed pockets for organization. It’s a good solution for a user who has mostly large and bulky items to pack.

We designed it as a one-bag-travel pack but the pocket configuration makes it super versatile. I use it for car camping a lot and also as a range bag when I go shooting. If you’ve got any questions about features, materials or design philosophy don’t hesitate to reach out.

Sam Goodhue

Softgoods Design @ Matador

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