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Mystery Ranch Presents: How to Clean Your Pack

Saturday, August 12th, 2023

Now you see it, now you don’t.

As school approaches, vacations end, and hunting season draws near, it’s essential to give your pack some well-deserved attention.

It is no secret that packs are our specialty; therefore, it is only natural that we’ve honed the perfect method for washing them. Our top recommendation is using Nikwax Tent & Gear SolarWash; The only cleaner designed to protect against UV damage and revitalize water repellency for all weatherproof textiles. Not only is it easy to apply by hand, but it’s also non-flammable, PFAS, and aerosol-free, making it a safe choice for your gear. This powerful cleaner not only effectively removes dirt but also increases fabric strength and shields against UV deterioration.

However, please avoid using a washing machine for this task. While we know it’s tempting, machine washing can reduce your pack’s longevity, water resistance, and increase the chances of it needing a visit to our backpack infirmary.

To maintain excellent water repellency and revitalize the performance of your tent and gear, we also recommend using Nikwax Tent & Gear SolarProof.

This dynamic combination will help your pack withstand the elements and extend its active life, ensuring it remains reliable throughout your adventures.

Pictured is the Mystery Ranch CATALYST 18 in STONE.

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Mission First Tactical Introduces the Versatile and Discreet 10L AchroSling Bag – The Ultimate Everyday-Carry Companion

Tuesday, August 8th, 2023

Horsham, PA – Mission First Tactical (MFT), the leading manufacturer of state-of-the-art, USA made rifle/carbine accessories and holsters, proudly announces the launch of its latest innovation – the 10L Achro™ Sling Bag. As part of the Achro™ series, this revolutionary bag epitomizes the concept of “without color,” embracing the art of blending in with a low-vis, everyday-carry bag featuring a dedicated, discrete firearm storage system.

Achro™ derived from “Achromatic” is defined as “without color” … The Gray Man.

Designed to meet the needs of modern commuters and travelers seeking both functionality and security, the Achro™ 10L Sling Bag offers an array of organizational options in a comfortable platform. Whether you’re a daily commuter, law enforcement professional or a weekend warrior, this sling bag caters to your lifestyle with utmost precision.

“The 10L Achro™ Sling Bag represents the culmination of decades of professional travel experience. We aimed to create the perfect commuter pack, catering to the modern individual’s needs while ensuring safe and secure storage without compromising on style,” said Ryan Ditta, Program Manager at Mission First Tactical.

Key Features of the Achro™ 10L Sling Bag:

Dedicated and Discreet Firearm Pocket: The concealed firearm compartment allows for safe, quick access and features a hook & loop system for custom orientation.

MFT Multi-Mount Platform: The included platform enables users to mount a holstered firearm or other 1.5” belt clip accessories with ease.

Organized Storage: The bag offers a front admin/organizer panel, fleece-lined sunglass pocket, aluminum key clip and internal zippered storage pockets, keeping daily essentials neatly arranged.

Tablet Compartment: A padded tablet compartment with separate access ensures the safety of your devices on the go.

Premium Comfort: The Achro™ Sling Bag features a padded EVA foam back panel and adjustable shoulder strap, making it incredibly comfortable for extended use. The strap is removable and adjustable, worn on either shoulder, making it ambidextrous.

Rugged Durability: Constructed from 1000D KARBONITE, a water and abrasion-resistant material, the Achro™ Sling Bag is designed to withstand the harshest elements.

Low-Vis Aesthetic: The tonal (lighter colored) ripstop interior lining enhances interior visibility while maintaining a discreet, Gray Man design.

Priced affordably at an MSRP of $89.99, the 10L Achro™ Sling Bag combines exceptional quality, functionality, and style, all backed up with a Lifetime Warranty, as are all Mission First Tactical products.

Don’t miss this opportunity to upgrade your everyday-carry game! To learn more about the 10L Achro™ Sling Bag and explore the complete product lineup from Mission First Tactical, please visit www.missionfirsttactical.com.

To learn more about the MFT Achro™ Sling Bag and complete product offerings from Mission First Tactical, please visit: www.missionfirsttactical.com and follow them socially on Facebook or Instagram.

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Introducing The S.O.Tech Tactical Evacuation Pack

Wednesday, July 12th, 2023

The Tactical Evacuation Pack is a lightweight compressible bag that zips into a small pack that mounts to the belt or upper rear plate carrier and unzips to expose a full size backpack to quickly accept raid evidence or high value items of a wounded soldier for air evacuation.

The durable but ultralight nylon zippered backpack accepts a plate carrier and gun belt with pouches and a helmet with radios to secure a wounded soldier’s high value items. It can also accept laptops, files and media during sensitive site exploitation. At 17” high x 14” wide x 9 “ depth this a substantially sized pack. The pack is also ideal to function in escape and evasion foraging bag in SERE mode. Zippered closure provides positive control of contents and webbing shoulder straps and pull handle facilitate control during movement.

When closed, the small rectangular pouch presents a zippered pouch to hold an optional evacuation marking, lighting and tagging kit as well as a patients face mask. This can be worn on a belt using the Flex Tab MOLLE compatible loops forming a belt pouch that expands into a pack. However, the intended mounting places the closed pack at the top of the rear plate carrier attaching via the Flex Tab MOLLE system or the top of a pack. The small pouch is accessible while main pack is zippered closed.

When unzipped the expanded pack can be worn while MOLLE mounted to the plate carrier, or it can be quickly unfastened and worn like a regular pack using the shoulder straps. Note that when the pouch is kept attached to the vest, the backpack straps can stay inside the pack, or they can pull the body of the pack forward by pulling the shoulder straps onto the shoulders. So when carrying the pack independently, the weight is shared between the shoulders and the point of MOLLE fastening to the upper rear plate carrier. When mounted on the tope of a pack, it can be expanded to carry light loads for a short distance (such as bandages and dressings). Made of 200 denier Cordura nylon in OCP camouflage but also available in tan and black.

sotechtactical.com/products/evacpack

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Sneak Peek – ACHRO Pack Line from Mission First Tactical

Friday, June 30th, 2023

EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK

Only MFT newsletter subscriber and SSD readers are getting the FIRST LOOK at the new ACHRO™ Concealed Carry Systems. And as a thank you they are including a FREE GIFT with purchase! (Drinkware gift will be automatically added to your cart upon checkout)

ACHRO™ – THE ART OF BLENDING IN

ACHRO™ derived from “Achromatic” is defined as “without color”… The Gray Man. Achro™ Bags embrace the art of blending in with a low-vis, everyday-carry bag featuring a dedicated, discrete firearm storage system. Inspired to keep this functional as a great everyday commuter bag, daily essentials are organized and secure while on the go, offering a vast array of organizational options in a very comfortable platform.

“The trick to not being discovered until it is too late is to become part of the expected surroundings. Stealth is more the art of blending in with the background than sneaking through dark shadows.”

? Raymond E. Feist

CONCEALED FIREARM COMPARTMENT

All ACHRO™ bags feature a dedicated, discrete concealed firearm compartment is ambidextrous with quick access. An MFT Multi-Mount Platform is included, offering the ability to mount a holstered firearm or other 1.5” belt clip accessories, with custom orientation, utilizing a hook & loop system.

SMART STORAGE

Storage for vast array of EDC organizational options. Quick access to all your important items, cables and chargers with internal admin panel for small accessories. Quickly locate your keys with the hi-vis aluminum clip. Padded laptop*/tablet compartment features scratch proof sleeve allowing secure carry of delicate electronics.

*EDC Backpacks only

1000D NYLON KODRA CARBONATE

Weather & abrasion-resistant construction from durable materials that are designed to withstand the elements and rugged environments.

PREMIUM QUILTED BACK PADDING

Durability and comfort are key components of any pack. Cooling, durable & quilted the ACHRO back padding increases comfort user comfort for effortless use.

ACHRO™ SLING BAG

ACHRO™ 22L BACKPACK

ACHRO™ 30L BACKPACK

Get yours via the links below:

ACHRO™ SLING BAG

ACHRO™ 22L BACKPACK

ACHRO™ 30L BACKPACK

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Elite Survival – SUMMIT Discreet Rifle Backpack

Wednesday, June 14th, 2023

With its inconspicuous sports-pack styling and robust construction, the SUMMIT Backpack was designed for discreet storage and transport of a rifle and accessories. The discreet rifle backpack is ideally sized to conceal a broken-down or short-barreled rifle with plenty of room for mission-critical gear.

The modular, adjustable tie-down system allows the operator to configure the rifle for quick access or secure storage. This SUMMIT includes a large accessory compartment with attachment options for hook and loop and/or MOLLE pouches, and has ample room for magazines and accessories.

The included removable magazine pouch holds up to 6 magazines. The main compartment has locking zipper pulls allowing the user to secure the weapon. The SUMMIT weighs approximately 4.5 lbs and has dimensions of 27” x 14” x 9”.

SUMMIT Rifle Backpack | Discreet Rifle Backpack

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Sneak Peek – Blackwater Edition Becker Patrol Pack

Friday, May 26th, 2023

The first week of June, Blackwater will be launching a revised and modernized version of the famous Becker Patrol Pack. This limited edition Blackwater edition pack is manufactured by Bongo Gear with assistance from Ethan Becker who designed the pack over 30 years ago. Please make sure you are signed up to their email list.

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SOF Week 23 – Mystery Ranch Cold Weather Packs

Tuesday, May 16th, 2023

The Mystery Ranch “Arctic Ruck” was a case study under their Special Projects Service. Formally named the All-Terrain Maneuver, Cold Weather First (ATM CWF) Pack, it was developed in conjunction with Arctic Explorer and Cold Weather Expert John Huston who founded consulting firm and school Skadi Group. In the niche world of extreme cold weather operations, you couldn’t find a better participant in the design process. John has trained US, Canadian and Norwegian SOF.

One of the innovations John brought to the project is the Pull frame developed for pulling sleds. It features pull loops on both sides and is built to pull large loads without creating stress points on the body.

The yoke also has a quick release buckle. Additionally, all of the fasteners and zipper pulls were designed with wearing mittens in mind in operations down to -60 deg F.

Features:
-Removable flap lid with zippered pocket and pass throughs to accommodate jump systems
-Top-loading spindrift collar to main bag
-Zipper port at top of body panel opens from either side for antennae, cables, and/or hydration
-Fully adjustable, toolless Futura yoke telescopes to fit any torso length
-Yoke has quick-release buckle with backup ladderlock
-Side pass through sleeves accommodate skis, rifle butts or other long items
VELCRO on lid for identification and patches
-Removable flap lid with zippered pocket and pass throughs to accommodate jump systems
-Loops for included accessory straps
-Three MOLLE attach, removable, zippered pockets with toggle pulls
-Three lower external pockets with drawstring spindrift collars
-Grommeted pockets and main bag
-Two compression straps on each side
-Six rows of PALS web for MOLLE attach accessories
-Interior radio sleeve

Weighing 8.8 lbs empty, the Arctic Pack has a capacity of 5535 cu in. Naturally, it’s offered in MultiCam Arctic pattern.

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Direct Action HALIFAX Small Backpack

Friday, May 12th, 2023

The Direct Action HALIFAX® Small backpack is the smaller and simpler version of the HALIFAX® Medium model. Its large main compartment is equipped with a long YKK® zipper, allowing for quick and easy access to the contents of the backpack. The front and back walls of the compartment are lined with soft velour, enabling the attachment of additional accessories. In addition, the back wall is covered with a laser-cut modular system compatible with MOLLE/PALS, allowing for customization of the backpack according to individual needs and preferences. A zippered mesh pocket is also provided on the top of the front wall.

On the outside, there are two small zippered pockets on the top flap. One of them has a soft, velour-lined interior to prevent scratches, making it ideal for carrying glasses. At its height, there is a large loop panel, allowing for personalized identification or the placement of a “friend-foe” marker. Below there are two flat pockets with diagonal, vertical zippers and a vertical “daisy chain” between them. A modular panel perpendicular to the chain (corresponding to one column of the MOLLE/PALS system) is used below to allow for the attachment of additional narrow pockets. The backpack also features a laser-cut modular system on the sides corresponding to three rows and three columns of the MOLLE/PALS system. Below the modular panels are partially elastic pockets for carrying water bottles or canteens. The top of the side panels has holes for the hydration system tube to pass through.

To ensure user comfort, the wide straps are lined with softshell and filled with soft foam. This provides comfort even when carrying a fully loaded backpack. In addition to the reinforced back panel, there are five specially shaped pads that not only enhance carrying comfort but also improve air circulation.

The chest strap and minimalist hip strap with detachable options stabilize the backpack during use. The side compression straps allow for adjustment of the backpack’s dimensions according to its contents.