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New Cierzo Suit Colours from TRC Outdoors

Friday, May 28th, 2021

Due to popular demand, we are now stocking Cierzo Suits in Black and Night Camo!

Originally produced as an Urgent Operational Requirement for a UKSF Unit, we are excited to add Cierzo Suits to our Core Product Range.

Consisting of our popular Cierzo Shirt, the new Cierzo Trousers and a matching Dry Bag.

The Cierzo Suit is a one-stop product to get you ready for Wet & Dry Drills in the Jungle; sitting, glassing for game; or hiking & camping.

Lightweight and compact, you can throw a Cierzo Suit into your bag ready for when you need it.

Offered here for a discounted price, compared to buying the component parts separately.

Long Size for you 6 foot and up Lurch Types

Waist size range is 24?- 48? (60cm – 121cm)

trcoutdoors.com/product/cierzo-suit

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NP Aerospace Sets UK Challenge to Run Fastest Mile in a Bomb Suit

Friday, May 28th, 2021

Si Hannaford will be attempting to run the fastest mile in a bomb suit as he sets off on his 756 mile run from John O’Groats to Bicester as part of a 26 day triathlon.

NP Aerospace has challenged WO2 Si Hannaford, Bomb Disposal Operator for the British Army, to run the fastest mile in its new Bomb Suit during his Tri26 triathlon charity challenge.

Si Hannaford will be running, cycling and swimming 1777 miles in 26 days to raise £100,000 for charities, the Felix Fund and the Hummingbird Centre, starting in Portsmouth on 1st June and ending in Bicester on 26th June.

06:00, 12 June, John O’Groats, ScotlandOn 12th June he will run the first of 756 miles in a 4030 ELITE Bomb Disposal Suit – weighing 35.8kg – in an attempt to beat the fastest mile in a bomb disposal suit record of 7-minutes 24-seconds which was set by a British Army Soldier in 2017.

Si, who has served in the British Army for 10 years and has done tours of Afghanistan, Bosnia, Kosovo and Northern Ireland, was keen to take on the challenge to support the charities for which he has a strong connection. The Felix Fund provide welfare and financial support to military and police personnel working in bomb disposal and search. The Hummingbird Centre is a cancer support center based in Launton, near his home town of Bicester.

Simon Hannaford, the hero of the day, commented: “My mother was diagnosed with breast cancer two years ago, so this cause is extremely important to me. I feel that I can suffer 26 days to help people who may be suffering their whole lives. It’s great to have the support of NP Aerospace. I have worn their bomb suits on operation for many years so I am keen to put the new suit to the test. It will be a gruelling challenge but worth every hour of training.”

James Kempston, CEO of NP Aerospace, said: “Si Hannaford’s courage and tenacity are undoubtedly essential to the success of a challenge like this and we are committed to supporting him every step of the way. Running the fastest mile in a bomb suit is extremely tough in normal circumstances let alone during a 26 day triathlon! As supporters of Felix Fund and other charity causes we are keen to lend our support. It will be great to see how 4030 ELITE suit stands up to the fastest mile challenge.”

Si is urging people to sign-up and follow his YouTube channel- he needs 1000 followers so he can broadcast it live from his mobile phone.

The Tri26 challenge is to swim 21miles – the length of the English channel – then cycle 1000 miles from Land’s End to John O’Groats and finally run 756 miles from John O’Groats back to Bicester. The first mile of the run will be wearing the NP Aerospace 4030 ELITE Bomb Suit.

To sign-up to Si’s YouTube page view www.youtube.com/c/SiHannaford

To sponsor Si view uk.virginmoneygiving.com/SiHannaford/1 Or www.justgiving.com/fundraising/simonhannaford

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Buck Knives to Attend Blade Show

Friday, May 28th, 2021

Company Returns to Exhibit at 40th Annual Show

Post Falls, ID – (May 25, 2021) – Buck Knives, leader in sports cutlery, will be exhibiting at Blade Show in Atlanta, Georgia, June 4-6, 2021.

In a return to in-person events, Buck Knives will be attending the 40th annual Blade Show with an emphasis on its new product range, its engagement with the award winning BCCI (Buck Collectors Club), and the debut of a new mid-year release set for availability in August. “Blade Show is the perfect venue to introduce the newest member of our premium everyday carry class, it’s a continuation of the direction many have noticed from Buck utilizing elite materials, technical features, and our iconic American craftsmanship,” said Chris Bourassa, Director of Marketing and Product Development.

Bourassa will be in attendance with CJ Buck, CEO and Chairman; Connor Slepikas, Eastern Regional Sales Manager and Lane Tobiassen, President of Buck Knives to discuss the company, the product line, and engage with Buck’s loyal fan base. CJ Buck will also be available to meet and sign knives for those carrying at the show.

“Blade Show is the place to see new designs, new materials, and receive the customer feedback that drives our innovation and approach to market. Our organization believes the face to face engagement with customers, collectors, key dealers and vendors all found at Blade is an invaluable opportunity to continue our success and momentum,” said Bourassa.

Visit Buck Knives booth, #1634 to see new products and more.

For more information on Blade Show visit: bladeshow.com

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Silent Warrior Foundation Honors Those Who Gave Their Lives During Operation Eagle Claw

Friday, May 28th, 2021

This memorial day weekend, the Silent Warrior Foundation is paying special remembrance to the eight U.S. Servicemen from Operation Eagle Claw who paid the ultimate sacrifice for the freedom of their fellow Americans. This hostage rescue mission’s heroism and commitment will never be forgotten.

The Silent Warrior Foundation is hosting its 6th Annual Whiskey & War Stories ™ fundraising event on August 21, 2021 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Former hostages and participants of Operation Eagle Claw will honor these men and tell their stories.

The Silent Warrior Foundation is a 501 (c) 3 charity serving active and former U.S. military veterans and their families since 2010.

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Comp-Tac Revisits CTAC…the Original CT Holster

Friday, May 28th, 2021

HOUSTON, May 26, 2021 – Comp-Tac® released its updated and enhanced CTAC™ V2 Holster May 26.

The original CTAC™ is an inside-the-waistband (IWB) holster first introduced at the beginning of Comp-Tac in 1999. Since then, it has been a favorite among customers because of its thin design and resistance to sweat in hot and humid climates.

The CTAC V2 is an updated version that takes the knowledge and technology Comp-Tac has gained in the last 22 years to become even better. The CTAC V2 maintains the same functionality but now incorporates some new features, including a narrower overall design with the two mounting clips brought in closer to the body of the holster. Additionally, the holster body has been updated to accommodate micro-red dot optics and the color options have been expanded from only black to include coyote brown, OD green and wolf gray.

“When we first started making holsters, it was a thrill to see our products loved and used by so many,” said Gordon Carrell Comp-Tac general manager. “After 22 years of learned experience, bringing on new technology and staying current with the changes in firearm design, we knew we needed to show our original holster some love. The CTAC V2 is a fresh take on a popular holster that doesn’t lose any of the draw of the original.”

For more information about the CTAC V2, visit www.comp-tac.com/ctac-v2

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High Speed Gear Extends Cost Savings to Customers for Lightweight Pouches

Thursday, May 27th, 2021

SWANSBORO, N.C. – May 26, 2021 – High Speed Gear® recently reduced the price of its entire lightweight LT line of TACO® magazine pouches.

The company decided to pass on the savings to its customers after manufacturing and technological advancements reduced the cost to make these pouches. The change in price brings the LTs down to nearly the same price as the originals. The TACO LTs are constructed from proprietary materials to decrease their weight by 25 percent compared to their counterparts without sacrificing any of the functionality or versatility of the originals.

The TACO LTs were designed for users who need to save weight wherever possible. This family of products includes the TACO LT, Double Decker® TACO LT, Pistol TACO LT and Extended Pistol TACO LT.

“These pouches are meant for anyone who believes in the ‘ounces equal pain’ axiom and we’re very pleased to make them even more accessible to our customers,” explained Bill Babboni, HSGI® vice president of sales and operations. “The LTs have been a phenomenal seller for us for years and it means a lot that we can give back in this way. We pride ourselves on serving those who serve and passing on the savings on products like these is a great, if small, way to do exactly that.”

You can watch the official product video for the LT family at vimeo.com/highspeedgear/tacolt.

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Civil Air Patrol Awards $2.1 Million Contract to Persistent Systems to Supply AERONet system

Thursday, May 27th, 2021

Airborne Extensible Relay Over-Horizon Network will connect emergency managers to remote rescue and disaster relief teams

For Release on March 30, 2021

NEW YORK– March 30, 2021 – Persistent Systems, LLC (“Persistent”), an industry leader in mobile ad hoc networking (MANET) technology, announced today it has been awarded a $2.1 million contract to supply AERONet to Civil Air Patrol, the civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force.

Persistent will outfit nine aircraft, 21 dismounted ground units, six vehicles and three tactical operations centers with AERONet, or the Airborne Extensible Relay Over-Horizon Network, an IP-based MANET capability that can facilitate:

• Disaster relief and emergency aid,

• Drug interdiction and other law enforcement missions,

• Intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance,

• Personnel recovery operations,

• Close air support, and

• Joint force and joint nation operations.

The contract follows multiple earlier ones that included AERONet equipment for five aircraft, three dismounted units, one vehicle and one tactical operations center, along with spares.

“With AERONet, Civil Air Patrol will be able to conduct disaster relief and emergency aid missions far more effectively,” said Adrien Robenhymer, Persistent’s VP of Business Development for Air Force and Intelligence Community Programs. “Teams that otherwise would have had to operate in isolation can now connect back to a tactical operations center and be guided by medical professionals.”

Separate AERONet enclaves can also be federated at a regional hub, so different organizations can better coordinate their activities and avoid working at cross-purposes, Robenhymer added.

The AERONet kit for a Civil Air Patrol aircraft includes two MPU5 tactical networking devices, each operating on separate radio frequency bands and using a different set of multiple-input and multiple output antennas, said Gabe Pagliere, Persistent Systems project engineer and lead on the company’s AERONet efforts.

“When the tactical operations center and deployed ground teams are not in range of each other, they can relay their communication through the AERONet equipment on the airplane,” Pagliere said. “This enables their communication to extend across long distances, over terrain and around obstructions.”

Persistent Systems successfully conducted an AERONet demonstration in August linking an aircraft to a tactical operations center and a beyond-line-sight unit on the ground. The link delivered a live video feed to simulate how medical doctors could provide remote assistance from anywhere in the world. The demonstration proved that robust network connectivity could save lives during a disaster relief effort.

“Following that, we completed our first AERONet integration with an international customer,” Robenhymer said, “and we are already supporting multiple domestic and international implementations of this capability.”

www.persistentsystems.com

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Introducing the NEW Venom 5-25×56 FFP Riflescope

Thursday, May 27th, 2021

THE VORTEX® VENOM® 5-25×56 FFP. START LOOKING FOR A LONGER RANGE.

BARNEVELD, Wis. – Vortex Optics is launching the all-new Venom® 5-25×56 FFP, the first in a new series of optics aimed at giving shooters all the tools they need to get into the game at an affordable price without compromising optical quality, or giving up the features they need to be competitive.

The Venom® 5-25×56 FFP is a perfect example of what shooters should expect from the Venom® lineup, providing new shooters an entry-level price with next-level tools. There are some obvious features that showoff the Venom® 5-25×56 FFP’s long-range pedigree. There’s the 34mm tube, maximizing turret travel. There’s the RevStop™ Zero System, a fast, easy, rock-solid return to zero. And, an included throw lever means rapid, smooth magnification adjustments are a snap.

But take a look inside the Venom® 5-25×56 FFP and you start to see how this riflescope makes it easier for new shooters to learn, all while keeping them in the game. The First Focal Plane reticle ensures subtensions are accurate throughout the mag range, which shooters will love because the EBR-7C reticle makes it easy to measure and range targets in scope. The 5x zoom range takes shooters farther, letting them punch out to 1,000 yards and beyond.

Just because a shooter is new to the game doesn’t mean they should be limited by inferior optics, and the Venom® 5-25×56 FFP is a perfect example of how the Venom® line makes it easier to not just get started, but to have the tools shooters need to be competitive right away.

MSRP:

$699.99 – Venom® 5-25×56 FFP MOA Riflescope

$699.99 – Venom® 5-25×56 FFP MRAD Riflescope

For a list of specifications, frequently asked questions and high-resolution images, check out the Vortex New Products Portal. For more information, visit VortexOptics.com.

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