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US Military Academy at West Point Combat Weapons Team Defends Title as SIG Relentless Warrior Champion

Tuesday, April 19th, 2022

NEWINGTON, N.H., (April 19, 2022) – SIG SAUER, Inc. is honored to announce the conclusion of the Fourth Annual SIG Relentless Warrior Championship. On Saturday, April 9, 2022, over eighty cadets from the United States Air Force Academy, United States Naval Academy, United States Coast Guard Academy, United States Military Academy at West Point, Texas A & M, Virginia Military Institute (VMI), Virginia Tech and the Royal Military College of Canada competed in the SIG Relentless Warrior Championship at the SIG SAUER Academy in Epping, New Hampshire. The course of fire consisted of six mission stages that tested the marksmanship and leadership skills of our future military leaders. The U.S. Military Academy at West Point Combat Weapons Team defended their title to earn the honor of 2022 SIG Relentless Warrior Champion.

“The SIG Relentless Warrior Championship is the highlight of the season for West Point’s Combat Weapons Team, as it is the ultimate test of our Cadets’ abilities to problem solve, plan, and test their training and shooting skills against some of the best collegiate-level combat weapons shooters in the nation,” explained Lieutenant Colonel Charles Faint, the Team’s Officer in Charge (OIC). “This was an exceptional win for the Team and validates our program’s focus on developing our Cadets to be the best leaders, shooters, and warriors that they can be.”

“Our team was relentless when it came to our training and their hard work and dedication was validated by the win and defending our title,” added Coach Gary Salman. “We are extremely thankful to SIG SAUER for providing this opportunity to our cadets and for creating a format to bring these teams together for competition and camaraderie. We look forward to next year’s challenge.”

Additional top awards for the SIG Relentless Warrior Championship are as follows:

Top Gun: Awarded to the individual first place finisher of the competition

Jake Vollmond (US Military Academy at West Point)

High Lady: Awarded to the top female competitor

Ayla Myrin (Texas A&M)

Top Shot: Awarded to the best shooter from every school

Caleb Brady (US Air Force Academy)

Joseph Simmons (US Coast Guard Academy)

Jaimeson Hamsho (US Naval Academy)

Joshua Delgado (Texas A&M)

Braden Kerr (Virginia Military Institute)

Adam Jardines (Virginia Polytechnic Institute)

Jake Vollmond (US Military Academy at West Point)

“It’s an honor for SIG SAUER to host the SIG Relentless Warrior Championship for these cadets each year, and after a two-year hiatus from an in-person event, it was especially meaningful to bring this group together to participate in their development and watch them persevere throughout the competition as they prepare to lead and serve our country and defend our freedoms,” added Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc.

The 2022 SIG Relentless Warrior Championship was sponsored by GO RUCK, GT Targets, and Atlas PyroVision Entertainment.

www.sigsauer.com

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See SITKA Arrowhead During “Burritos for The Badge” at Mile High Shooting

Tuesday, April 19th, 2022

SITKA Arrowhead and Mile High Shooting Accessories are offering an opportunity to view Arrowhead product at this month’s “Burritos for The Badge” event, April 20th.

A LE exclusive experience held the third Wednesday of every month will not only provide attendees with their breakfast and coffee, but access to the Arrowhead product line as well as a company rep on hand to answer questions.

SITKA Arrowhead will be alongside Accuracy International (LE Rifles Only), Glock Blue Label. Event is held at Mile High Shooting Accessories, in Frederick, CO.

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New 30 Super Carry Added to Line of HST Ammunition from Federal

Monday, April 18th, 2022

ANOKA, Minnesota – April 12, 2022 – Federal Ammunition proudly offers a 100-grain HST Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) load to one of the biggest new handgun cartridge introductions in decades: the 30 Super Carry. The new 30 Super Carry cartridge bridges the largest performance gap in handgun self-defense ammunition. Check with your local ammo store for availability.

Penetrating performance and magazine capacity are major considerations when choosing a firearm platform for self-defense. Traditionally, users have had to choose between a smaller platform with reduced bullet performance or a larger platform to carry more rounds, while carrying a larger overall firearm. The 30 Super Carry has better terminal performance than a 380 and as much muzzle energy as a 9mm, all with a .312-inch projectile. Users will see performance similar to 9mm Luger with slightly less recoil and additional magazine capacity.

“We are excited to add this new HST Personal Defense handgun load to our overall lineup. A big advantage of the 30 Super Carry is that users get more performance from this offering without having to step up to a larger firearm,” said Jesse Whiteside, Federal’s Senior Director of Product Management. “The 30 Super Carry can hold 12 to 13 rounds in a magazine similar to the size of a 10-round 9mm Luger. Combine these performance features with Federals’ proven HST bullet, and this creates an excellent self-defense option.”

The Federal HST bullet design is matched with the 30 Super Carry for maximum performance. The specially engineered hollow point is designed for deep penetration and larger expansion. To fight against corrosion, the 30 Super Carry uses a nickel-plated case. This makes the HST Super Carry an ideal choice for personal defense scenarios.

Part No. / Description / MSRP

P30HST1S / 30 Super Carry, 100-grain HST JHP, 20-count / $36.99

For more information on all products from Federal or to shop online, visit www.federalpremium.com.

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Kokopelli Re-Launches Full Kevlar X-Series Packrafts

Sunday, April 17th, 2022

The Colorado-based manufacturer of lightweight and packable inflatable packrafts, Kokopelli, has returned its full Kevlar X-Series Packrafts. Available again with a re-launch of the Nirvana Self-Bailing X and Rogue-Lite X.

Designed as packrafts, the X-Series boats offer the best of both worlds, being stronger than their TPU constructed packrafts and lighter than the PVC ones while adding the DuPont Kevlar used for the flooring into the sidewalls for increased durability, rigidity and strength.

Kokopelli has also included Leafield D7 valves, used on most commercial whitewater rafts, and an automatic pressure relief valve to ensure proper PSI remains ideal regardless of the water conditions.

Consumers can add TiZip storage, allowing inner pontoon access to keep essential gear dry for multi-day trips. The Rogue-Lite X compresses down to the size of a paper towel roll, while the Nirvana Self-Bailing X can roll into the size of a sleeping bag with a class I-IV rating on rivers.

“The X-series boats truly elevate packrafts to a whole new level. Never before has there been such a perfect mix of durability, packability and performance in a lightweight package,” said Kokopelli General

Manager Jeff Popp. With these boats, you get similar durability to a hard-shell kayak at a fraction of the weight. The added ability to pack it and take it places you’d never be able to take a kayak is icing on the cake.”

The D7 valves on these boats also include a lifetime warranty, while the TiZip zipper includes a one-year warranty.

“As a whitewater kayaker, this is the closest performance to a traditional hard shell I’ve ever experienced, and I can put it in my backpack,” said Zach Patterson of Kokopelli.

For more product information, go here.

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CCI Blazer Named as the Most Frequently Purchased Handgun Ammunition Brand for 2021

Friday, April 15th, 2022

LEWISTON, Idaho – CCI’s sub-brand Blazer was recently named the most frequently purchased handgun ammunition brand in Southwick Associates 2021 “Hunting & Shooting Participation and Equipment Purchases Consumer Tracking Study”. Southwick’s yearly survey compiled the feedback of over 11,000 hunters and recreational shooters.

“Once again, CCI is very proud of the continued popularity of Blazer Brass centerfire handgun ammunition,” said Handgun Ammunition Product Director, Mike Holm. “We continue to push to provide consumers with a quality product that performs as well as consumers expect it to. We are also incredibly pleased to see that combined, CCI and Blazer make up more than 14% of handgun ammunition boxes purchased. This shows the large market share that these two storied brands have in our industry.”

In the handgun ammunition purchase survey, CCI and all its other affiliate brands proved to have a strong hold on the overall handgun ammunition market. All brands combined accounted for more than 32% of boxes purchased. Across this wide range of brands and product choices, any shooter is sure to find the perfect handgun ammunition option for practice, hunting, target shooting and self-defense.

Not only is CCI’s Blazer a popular brand for handgun shooters, CCI rimfire ammunition also ranked high in the rifle ammunition category in Southwick’s 2021 survey, accounting for almost 6% of boxes purchased. When it comes to target shooting or hunting with rimfire cartridges, CCI continues to be a top-tier, go-to option for all types of shooters.

Southwick’s in-depth resources illustrate shopping behaviors, such as where consumers buy, brand preferences, and amount spent. To learn more about the 2021 report, visit www.southwickassociates.com.

Since 1951, CCI has shaped the industry and served generations of shooters with the most advanced offerings for hunters and shooters. For more information on CCI and Blazer Ammunition, go to www.cci-ammunition.com.

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MidwayUSA Named Official Sponsor of 2022 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits

Thursday, April 14th, 2022

FAIRFAX, Va. – The National Rifle Association is pleased to announce MidwayUSA as the official sponsor of its 2022 Annual Meetings & Exhibits to be held in Houston May 27-29.

“MidwayUSA, and our customers, have been longstanding supporters of the National Rifle Association, the foremost protector of our Second Amendment rights,” said Matt Fleming, President & CEO of MidwayUSA. “We’re pleased to continue our support of the NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits and look forward to joining our customers in Houston at one of the largest gatherings of hunters and shooters in the nation!”

“Brenda and Larry Potterfield have demonstrated a steadfast dedication to the Second Amendment, the shooting sports, and the National Rifle Association. We are proud to partner with MidwayUSA as we gather to celebrate our rights and freedoms at the NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Houston,” said Wayne LaPierre, CEO and executive vice president of the NRA. “The Potterfields are true friends in our efforts to defend the Second Amendment and the NRA is truly honored and grateful for their continued support as the official sponsor of our premier annual event.”

The 151st Annual Meetings & Exhibits will be held at the George R. Brown Convention Center over Memorial Day weekend. Thousands of dues-paying members and many more law-abiding Americans will gather for the family-friendly event featuring a bigger-than-ever exhibit hall boasting approximately 800 exhibitors, events, receptions and demonstrations. Attendees will get a look at the latest guns, knives, optics, ammo and accessories available on the market today. They can also book the hunt of a lifetime, purchase shooting and hunting accessories, view priceless gun collections and hear some of the most influential, pro-2A experts in the nation.

The NRA’s 2022 Annual Meetings & Exhibits officially opens at 2:00 pm on May 27.

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SK Customs Releases The MANA in Stainless, Part Two of a Two Part Limited-Edition Production Designer Series

Thursday, April 14th, 2022

HAYMARKET, VA – April 14, 2022 – SK Customs® is proud to announce the second iteration of the MANA in a stainless design. This limited-edition firearm is part of a series of Polynesian warrior inspired handguns.

The MANA, like its predecessors, is presented on a full-size Colt Classic 1911 Series 70 .38 Super, now in a polished stainless-steel frame, slide and accents. The high polished silver national matched barrel has 24 karat gold plated and high polished selective hardware with etched motifs inspired by Polynesian Ethos. Complemented by a diamond-studded factory front staked sight, the MANA comes with a newly debuted super bright white ivory polymer engraved grip.

Each MANA comes accompanied with a custom knife from the French manufacturer Deejo(r). The knife is high polished in stainless steel, weighs 37g, is etched with the Polynesian motifs to match the art designed on the MANA and comes with a composite turtle shell handle engraved “SK Customs – The MANA.”

MANA is defined as the spiritual life’s forces of energy or healing power that permeates the universe. In the Polynesian culture, anyone can have MANA as it’s a cultivation or possession of energy and power. The quality of MANA is not limited to individuals, people, governments, and places. Inanimate objects may also possess MANA.

“We honored the Polynesian worldview of MANA, by launching the second part of this Warrior Life designer collection,” said Simon Khiabani, owner and founder of SK Customs. “To have MANA implies influence, authority and efficacy and an ability to perform in a given situation. A Colt 1911 embodies this spirit, even as an inanimate object.”

The MANA comes with a limited-edition series number from 001 of 200 etched in 24 karat gold behind the right-side serrations. The MANA in stainless is the third series in the Polynesian Warrior Inspired Limited-Edition Designer Series with the HAKA in stainless to follow.

To learn more about SK Guns®, SK Arms VA® and SK Customs®, visit SKARMSVA.com.

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EW-Resistant Air-Ground Comms with New Multi-Band Tracking Antenna

Thursday, April 14th, 2022

New Persistent Systems tracking antenna can operate on two RF bands at once, delivering improved robustness and tracking aircraft without GPSFor Immediate Release

NEW YORK, N.Y. – April 13, 2022 – Persistent Systems, LLC (“Persistent”), an industry leader in mobile ad hoc networking (MANET) technology, announced today the release of its new Multi-Band Tracking Antenna for improved ground-based communication with, and tracking of, friendly manned and unmanned aircraft—even in hostile RF- and GPS-denied environments.

The Multi-Band Tracking Antenna can find and follow aircraft without relying on a satellite-based tracking system like GNSS or GPS. This new capability ensures that connectivity with ISR aircraft can be maintained even when these systems are disrupted, denied, or spoofed.

“This is a game-changer. Now connectivity is maintained even when an enemy is actively denying us access to GPS,” said Ben Wring, Senior Program Engineer at Persistent Systems. “The tracking system remains locked onto the aircraft and mission data continues to flow without disruption.”

The tracking antenna system can now mount two MPU5 MANET radios, each operating on a different radio frequency (RF) band. When encountering interference, the system will automatically utilize the band delivering the maximum performance. This is critical given the threat of electronic warfare (EW) from near-peer adversaries.

“By operating on multiple RF bands, you can communicate through adversarial interference,” added Wring. “Whether they deny GPS or attack our transmission directly, the system will maintain connectivity.”

The system comes with a single multi-band/multi-polarity antenna feed. There is no need to change the feed when changing RF bands—one single feed covers L-, S-, and C-Bands. The feed also has independent horizontal and vertically polarized inputs, enabling polarization diversity and maximizing MIMO (multiple-input, multiple-output) radio capacity.

The Multi-Band Tracking Antenna supports simultaneous use of an MPU5 with a third-party radio. The third-party radio benefits from the tracker’s ability to operate in GPS denied environments and transmits to the platform over the same multi-band antenna feed horn.

“Like its predecessor, the new antenna system is easily deployable and has a range over 120 miles,” Wring said. “The new system is currently shipping to customers, and an upgrade kit is available to customers with the existing antenna kit.”

www.persistentsystems.com

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