ATS Tactical Gear decided to do a short run of a less conspicuous version of their Cobra 2.5 packs. These are a Ranger Green and Black combo in 500D. Same dimensions and same price as the existing 2.5’s: $152.00. They should be on the web site within a couple days.
The first run of Chris Costa signature Hive Satchels are finally available from Blue Force Gear.
The Hive is manufactured from Cordura and Tweave with a dual zippered opening to the Velcro-lined main compartment which accepts Dappers as well as other Velcro backed holsters.
These will be produced in batches and this first run features a Grey colorway and is limited to 300. In fact, they are numbered. Get yours before they are all gone.
Tactical Tailor’s SBR bag is designed with non-permissive environments in mind as SOF operators find themselves required to work with a lower signature. The bag is ideal for those who might find themselves infil/exfiling from an urban hide, intelligence gathering, or travel in and out of sensitive areas where “guns up” may draw unnecessary attention. The Tactical Tailor SBR bag is also ideal for SWAT operators who find they are transitioning rapidly from surveillance to mobile assault team role. The Tactical Tailor SBR bag is Berry Amendment compliant and has already drawn praise from SOF units the world over.
The Tactical Tailor SBR bag is capable of holding a M-4 style rifle with a 10.5”. The bad will also accommodate a SCAR rifle with the butt stock collapsed. Additionally, a 16” barrel M-4 may be carried broken down. Feedback from down range is that if you carry the mag seated in the lower when it’s broken down, you’ll back in the shooting business rather quickly. Finally, the SBR bag interior is lined with loop so the user can configure the load out for the specific mission.
The rifle is accessed from the outside using a concealed panel that opens upward. Through Tactical Tailor’s T&E process they found that an upward open flap allows wearers to “fight off of each other’s back” and eliminates nylon flapping around if the user isn’t able to immediately ditch the pack.
The pack comes with a cover that will convert the bag from a backpack to luggage to protect straps and buckles during travel or storage.
There is room inside the pack for a helmet with NODs , snivel gear and chow. The bag will be available in several nontraditional colors (although the photos feature Kryptek Typhon) and is designed to appear as a traditional trekker’s pack. There are two water bottle pockets on the sides to keep your hydration handy and close attention has been paid to the small features such as pack stays and rubberized fabric trim to give it a civilian appearance.
The Tactical Tailor SBR bag is designed to work in conjunction with TT’s low vis Sling Bag, Low Vis Plate carriers and other minimalist/modular pouches and organizers.
The SBR Bag will Retail around $350.00 with production being completed by the end of June.
The Streamline is a low profile pack based on a free fall rig. It incorporates an internal organizer panel as well as a separate laptop court meant as well as two internal slip pockets. It also features a vented back panel and extended shoulder straps for wear with a helmet whether ballistic or motorcycle.
Offered in 500D or 1000D Cordura or alternatively, in a Lite version made from a nylon rip stop.
The Removable Stick-It is an accessory for any pack with MOLLE webbing on the bottom. It’s essentially a removable Beavertail but better.
It’s great for jackets, ropes or even helmet stowage.
We first mentioned the Kelty Ascender System during the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market. Slated for an August 2013 release, Kelty is referring to it as “the bag that carries you.”
The key is the telescoping, rolling aluminum frame system. It is paired with a family of various bags that can be attached to the frame or used alone. Definitely worth checking out.
SO Tech’s original ESP (expanding SERE pack) was originally released back around 2001. Things have changed though, notice the slots for the ALICE clips!
They’ve been messing around with some designs and different fabrics and tell us they almost have it locked in.
Last Fall we told you about the Transporter Backpack from LBX Tactical. A little over a week ago, we were at LBT for a visit and they were photographing production samples so we knew they’d be available soon. And, now they are, through Tactical Distributors.
As you can see, the Transporter incorporates dividers that can be configured for a wide variety of loads. Available in Black, Tan, MAS Grey and Honor Camo.
