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Klymit – Klymaloft Sleeping Pad

Sunday, April 5th, 2020

Want to sleep in luxury while deployed, even while sleeping on the ground? Check out the Klymaloft Sleeping Pad from Klymit.

It’s a dual density construction with a plush foam topper that conforms to support the body and eliminate pressure points combined with a underlying I-beam air chambers which creates loft and stabilizes the sleeping pad.

• Luxurious, plush foam topper conforms to support the body and eliminate pressure points

• Stretch polyester fabric is soft and quiet

• I-beam air chambers create loft and stabilize the sleeping pad

• Air and foam combination strikes the perfect balance between comfort, pack size, and weight

• Inflation is fast and easy; compatible with Rapid Air Pump™

• Patch kit and stuff sack included

It’s 72 x 23 x 2.5 in and weighs 38.5 oz with an R-Value of 2.1.

Plus, it’s Green.

klymit.com/collections/sleeping-pads/products/klymaloft-sleeping-pad

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Exped – Doublemat Evazote

Wednesday, April 1st, 2020

In the 1980s and early 90s Special Forces issued a Black closed cell foam mat which was quite a bit softer than the ones used by the Army. So soft in fact that they were often folded into squares and carried in the dead space between the back and frame of an ALICE pack rather than rolled in the traditional style. I haven’t seen one in years.

The other day I ran across the Doublemat Evazote from Expedition and it reminded of that old sleeping pad.

Multi-purpose: spread it out or fold it. Doubled up it is about 8mm and can accept some clothing in between – or layed out flat measuring 2 m x 1 m, for example as ground layer for an ultralight mat.

Works as an insulated tent carpet, sleeping mat, rain cover or flotation aid – or cut it up to make insoles for your shoes. No expedition leaves home without one.

Made of Evazote, an environmentally sound closed cell EVA foam (Ethyl Vinyl Acetat) which is optimised for expedition use. Acclaimed for extreme durability and is not rendered useless by thorns, debris or crampons.

Exped claims it’s a dark color in order to facilitate quick drying of condensation.

www.exped.com/usa/en/product-category/mats/doublemat-evazote

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Marine Girl Woobie Pre-Order

Tuesday, February 25th, 2020

Bawidamann just put up the pre-order for a woobie featuring his famous Marine Girl pinup.

These blankets are made by Woobie USA. They are Made in the USA and measure 82″ x 58″.

Pre-order now from bawidamann.com for a May delivery.

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Haven Tent

Friday, February 7th, 2020

At last week’s Outdoor Retailer I ran into Haven Tents which was originally launched on Kickstarter.

They’ve taken the best of the hammock and tent and put them together. It will accept a sleeping pad and offers a much more stable sleeping platform than a traditional hammock. Additionally, it has a roof which will zip closed so no need for an additional tarp.

As you can see, there’s interior storage and you can even store your pack inside the Haven with you.

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LiteFighter Systems Catamount 2 Cold Weather Mountaineering Tent Issued NSN

Monday, February 3rd, 2020

January 30, 2020 (Roswell, GA) – LiteFighter Systems, LLC. is proud to announce that the CataMount™ 2 – Cold Weather Mountaineering Tent (CM2100-OCP) has been issued NSN 8340-01-685-4246 and now available for unit orders.

CataMount™ 2 – NSN 8340-01-685-4246

CataMount™ 2 is a two-person, cold weather mountaineering tent designed as a highly stable, lightweight, ruck-able shelter made to handle ever-changing weather conditions. This tent is extremely simple to set-up and operate, is configurable to multiple mission sets, and capable of protecting soldiers during Cold Weather and Mountain Operations.

Mountain Hooch Configuration
(i.e. w/o Inner Tent)

The CataMount™ 2 has been extensively tested by Natick Labs, The US Army Cold Regions Test Center (CRTC), and used by units in Alaska, Europe, and the Northern United States.

Cantwell Glacier, Alaska

Ice Camp SARGO, Arctic Circle

Arctic Circle (73 02″06′ N, 146 44″57′ W) and floating west at 9 miles/day

The CataMount™ 2 is ideal for units who train and fight in cold weather conditions and need a proven lightweight shelter to protect their soldiers against the elements.

Multiple Ways to Order:

• NSN 8340-01-685-4246

• GSA Advantage

• Tailored Logistics Support (TLS) Program

• LiteFighter.com

For more information on the CataMount™ 2 please visit us at LiteFighter.com or contact us directly at info@litefighter.com.

LiteFighter Systems, LLC is a VA Certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and the leading provider of lightweight, backpackable shelters to The US Military.

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ORWSM 20 – LittleMo Baby Sleeping Bag

Thursday, January 30th, 2020

This time it’s something for the kinder. The LittleMo 20 deg Baby Sleeping Bag is from Morrison Outdoors.

Designed to accommodate babies and toddlers up to 24 months, this 650 fill down bag features a central front zip and arms so baby won’t feel cocooned. There’s no hood, so you’ll need to cover baby’s noggin.

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