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Mystery Ranch – Terraframe 80

Tuesday, November 27th, 2018

For years, the Terraplane (seen above) was Dana Designs’ and then Mystery Ranch’s flagship pack due to its comfort, capacity and construction.

Now MR has incorporated their OVERLOAD feature, creating the Terraframe 80. OVERLOAD offers expandability via a load sling between the pack and the frame, keeping the weight near the back.

The frame incorporates rigid, carbon fiber stays which combined with a suspension which allows torsional flex will provide ample support for loads up to 150 lbs. The Terraframe includes the patented Futura Yoke which easily macro adjusts to proper torso length and Redirect waist belt system which is adjusted via a forward pull of the straps.

Features:
-Top-loading bag has two zippers along the face for center-of-pack access to gear
-Side compression straps
-Two vertical torpedo pockets for external access
-Zippered lid compartments
-Removable lid converts into blitz backpack with harnessing (seen below)
-Speedzip compartment for easy access to sleeping bag
-Water bottle pockets keep hydration handy
-3 L (100 oz) hydration reservior pocket against frame with ports to drinking tube above shoulders
-Frame construction uses tubular webbing and horizontal cross carbon fiber stays that allow for ideal flex
-Hybrid internal / external frame (designed like an internal frame system but on the outside of the pack)

The Terraframe 80 weighs 6.1 pbs dry and has a capacity of 4870 cu-in. Manufactured from 330D Lite Plus Cordura fabric with YKK zippers, the Terraframe Design is also available in a 3-Zip variant.

www.mysteryranch.com/terraframe-80-pack

Matador – Freerain24 2.0

Thursday, November 15th, 2018

The Freerain24 2.0 weighs just 6.6 oz, yet has a capacity of 24 liters. It’s made from ripstop Cordura fabric and features a Hypalon roll top main compartment as well as an external zippered pocket and dual water bottle pockets.

Additionally, it can be stuffed into a pocket for storage. Offered in Black and Coyote (coming) from matadorup.com.

ORWM 18 – Scepter 35 & 50 by Mystery Ranch

Saturday, November 10th, 2018

The Scepter is a new dedicated ice climbing pack from Mystery Ranch.

It is made from 330D Robic fabric and is packed with features. In addition to adjustable ice tool attachments, there is daisy chain down the back along with removable bungees.

The lid is shaped to secure a rope or helmet and the lid open toward the rear with an expandable drawstring shroud.

The yoke telescopes for a custom fit. The waist belt and internal composite stays are also removable.

It is offered in 35 or 50 liter sizes in Cherry or Mist (shown).

www.mysteryranch.com

Hill People Gear Displaying At O P Tactical Today

Wednesday, November 7th, 2018

Hill People Gear is at O P Tactical today from 10am – 3pm! Stop by and see the Hill brothers with Kit Bags, Packs and more on display. They are raffling off a limited edition Blue and Black Umlimdi.

OPT is located at:

2533-103 Atlantic Ave

Raleigh, NC 27604

The Big Picture – Combat Pack

Tuesday, October 30th, 2018

In case you were wondering how good you’ve got it compared to the Soldiers of World War Two and Korea, check out this excerpt of “The Big Picture” discussing individual load carrying equipment.

“The Big Picture” was a television series produced by the US Army during the 1950s and early 60s to educate the public on its capabilities. In total there were 828 episodes.

HRE Pack Now Available for Limited Market Release – High Risk Entry MEDIUM

Saturday, October 27th, 2018

After extensive refinement and testing within multiple specialties, the HRE Pack is available for MIL/LE tactical medicine, confined space search and rescue, and active threat response.
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Birmingham, AL October 23, 2018 — Emergent Rescue Systems, LLC today announced the release of a much anticipated product, the HRE (High Risk Entry) Pack. The original goal behind its creation was to fill a gap in carrier capability for treating junctional hemorrhage with current devices on the market. The resulting device, however, is far more expansive and covers and a much broader need than solely treating junctional hemorrhage.

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Ideally suited and engineered for M.A.R. (Massive Hemorrhage Airway Respiration) response, it can be maximized beyond full M.A.R.C.H. (M.A.R. Circulation Hypothermia) protocol. The pack has an extremely small footprint and thin profile, ideal as a CQC entry or confined space rescue bag. The 4-6 pre-staged tourniquets and 8+ hemostatic gauze packs can be accessed and used in seconds, making the HRE Pack an excellent active threat response bag. Combined with the internal design, the footprint and sling allow full access to all components without removing the pack, except those protected in the weather resistant Instruments/Meds/Circulation compartment. The single shoulder sling, an important component of the pack, allows for rapid movement of the pack from rear to front and a detachable waist strap ensures stability during hasty movement.

“We’ve put a great deal of thought and testing into the HRE Pack and the need for it remains high. Contributions to its development from some of finest professionals in both operational medicine and industry have allowed us to bring the HRE Pack to market,” said Emergent Rescue Systems founder, Chris Richards.

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Hugh Coffee, esteemed wilderness medic, tactical medic, and author of Ditch Medicine, was instrumental from the original sketch to final production. “The key criteria we looked at from the beginning were non-compressible/junctional hemorrhage, speeding up treatment time, prolonged austere capabilities, and pack stability when running or clearing obstacles.This thing exceeds that criteria – without a doubt,” Coffee said.

The HRE Pack’s first physical prototype was produced by Extreme Gear Labs, an industry brand name behind many successful high-end products. Zulu Nylon Gear completed the final designs and has partnered with Emergent Rescue Systems for full-scale production.

Limited Market Release Promotion 

The five specific HRE Pack internal panels and pouches are included during the initial LMR along with a free buyer’s choice 6th. Visit the HRE Pack webpage to order:

emrescuesystems.com/shop/hre-pack

About the HRE Pack – High Risk Entry MED

The HRE Pack (High Risk Entry) expands operational medicine capabilities with a low profile, rapid access entry system. Originally designed to treat non-compressible and junctional hemorrhage, the HRE Pack is engineered for full spectrum TCCC treatment. It provides rapid efficiency without pack removal, ultimate versatility of movement, and dynamic response capabilities for high risk threats in unpredictable environments.

For more information, visit emrescuesystems.com.

AUSA 18 – DG Frame Set by Crossfire Australia

Wednesday, October 10th, 2018

Crossfire Australia is well known name for the true gear aficionado. I was pleasantly surprised to see them exhibiting in the Australian pavilion at AUSA. Their DG Frame Set caught my eye.

They designed by and manufactured to their spec, the frame is said to flex at the same rate as the human back offering a more stable and comfortable ride.

I really like the looks of the harness. The waist belt is segmented allowing for it to be worn around the waist or secured around the back. Additionally, the harness system can be quickly set at three different heights to accommodate different torso lengths. The shoulder straps are shaped and tapered to work over body armor and smoothly transfer load away from the brachial plexus nerve group.

The DG Frame is compatible with most ALICE-style packs, including Crossfire’s offerings.

With the current exchange rate, this Frame is quite affordable for Americans concerned about price.

crossfire.com.au/collections/military/products/dg-frame-set

Blue Force Gear – Tracer Pack

Thursday, September 27th, 2018

The Tracer Pack from Blue Force Gear’s DAP line promises to be their best ever.

The Tracer is slightly larger than BFG’s Jedburgh Pack and also features the PALS compatible panel at the front, mounted to a zippered external pocket.

There are also two side mounted water bottle pockets made from 4-way stretch Tweave material. you’ll also notice a padded interior sleeve for water reservoirs or laptops.

The Tracer is dapper organization system compatible with loop material on the inside of the pack to accept accessories.

The Tracer is currently available in Black and Wolf Grey.

www.blueforcegear.com/tracer-pack