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Warrior West – Spec Ops Brand

Wednesday, April 24th, 2013

Spec Ops Brand has updated the venerable T.H.E. Pack. It’s been around for over 10 years and it was about time for an update. With a new moniker, Ultimate Assault Pack, the Original Tactical Holds Everything pack will still be offered for customers who want the same model they’ve been using for years but I like the enhancements.

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For one thing, they’ve introduced a PALS compatible Grid-Lok panel to the outside accessory pocket. spec Ops Brand has also streamlined the sternum strap and made two major internal changes.

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Thanks to a zippered compartment you can now insert and take out the frame sheet much easier. Additionally, the water bladder pocket has been moved to the main pack compartment, away from the wearer’s back so it won’t shift the load depending on how full the bladder is.

www.specopsbrand.com

S.O.Tech Releases Expanding SERE Pack Redux

Tuesday, April 23rd, 2013

I remember when the original Expanding SERE Pack was added to the S.O.Tech line way back in in 2001. S.O.Tech has updated the ESB a few times over the years and now they’ve changed the material for a new version available for pre-order.

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The PALS-compatible Expanding SERE pack was designed by a SERE instructor to provide a simple pouch for survival kit and medical kit that can expand to a day pack size during evasion to carry foraged items (edible plants, road kill, firewood, etc). But, with the advent of Sensitive Site Exploitation (SSE) raids, this pouch gained an additional mission. The pocket is great for SSE kit items like rubber gloves and marking tags while the pack provides a comfortable way to transport evidence back to base camp. And, troops on R&R found a third use as a travel pouch which can slide over a belt to hold a camera, phone and passport but can expand to transport souvenirs and food bought in the local market.

Product Specs:
Weight – 12oz
Water Resistant
Material – 200D Theta (MultiCam)
Warranty – Lifetime

www.sotechtactical.com

Grey Ghost Gear Lightweight Assault Pack in Kryptek Typhon Almost Gone

Friday, April 19th, 2013

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Grey Ghost Gear is down to less than 2 dozen of their Lightweight Assault Packs in Kryptek Typhon and the price is great.

www.greyghostgear.com/kryptek

The “Everyday” Looking Cobra 2.5 from ATS Tactical Gear

Thursday, April 18th, 2013

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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.

www.atstacticalgear.com

Get Your Hive Satchel Before They Are Gone

Friday, April 12th, 2013

The first run of Chris Costa signature Hive Satchels are finally available from Blue Force Gear.

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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.

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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 – SBR First Look!

Thursday, April 11th, 2013

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

www.TacticalTailor.com

Marine South – Sandpiper of California

Wednesday, April 10th, 2013

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.

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Offered in 500D or 1000D Cordura or alternatively, in a Lite version made from a nylon rip stop.

www.SandpiperCA.com

Marine South – Mystery Ranch

Wednesday, April 10th, 2013

The Removable Stick-It is an accessory for any pack with MOLLE webbing on the bottom. It’s essentially a removable Beavertail but better.

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It’s great for jackets, ropes or even helmet stowage.

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www.mysteryranch.com