This is my OR Winter Market alibi. I ran across this Blue Tiger Camo version of the Chair One and wanted to buy one before I told you about them. Unfortunately, they are sold out, but still very cool in my opinion.
I’ve got an OD version of this 1.9 lbs, folding camping chair and love it. Hopefully, they’ll get more in stock.
www.bigagnes.com/Products/Detail/Helinox/chaironebluetigercamo
Last month I visited TYR Tactical and as we went over their new Huron Tactical Clothing and Equipment line several items caught my eye including this Split Hand Warmer. There are a lot of hand warmers out there but this one zips apart into two pieces allowing you new configuration options. It’s really up to your imagination.
It can be easily attached to your Brokos Belt, Plate Carrier or worn via adjustable Waist Strap. The split hand warmer also includes two front zipper pockets for storing reusable disk-activated hand warmers.
Construction and Features:
-Heavy Duty #10 Separating Zipper
-Adjustable Cinched Wrist Opening
-Side Buckle Conversation Kit
-Water Repellent Treated 2-Way Stretch Material Shell
-Insulated with 6oz PrimaLoft which is Thermally Efficient along with Superior Water Resistance, Fast Drying, Lightweight and Breathable, Compresses well and offers Wind Resistance
-Polartec Wind Pro offers four Times More Wind Resistance than Traditional Fleece along with Exceptional Durability
Shown attached to the TYR Tactical Brokos Belt – Jungle (available separately). The Huron Split Hand Warmer attaches to any style Brokos Belt via side buckle conversion kit (Figure A). It can be used individually (Figure B) or in its assembled configuration (Figure C).
Currently only available in MultiCam (more colors to come in 2015)
www.tyrtactical.com/products/details/new-featured-products/huron-split-hand-warmer
Originally developed for NSW Sniper/Observer teams, the Hunker 1 is a single-person tent manufactured by Mountain Hardwear. SKD Tactical managed to get a hold of the remaining stock and is currently the exclusive seller of the Hunker 1 to the general public. A 4-season expedition tent, the Hunker 1 has a floor dimension of 91.5″ x 48″ with a floor area of 24 sq ft, a peak interior height of 28.5″, and a vestibule area of 15 sq ft. The Hunker 1 has a minimum weight of 4 lbs. 15 oz. and a stuffed size of 23″ x 7″. It comes in the military-specific Coyote colorway, and is manufactured in the USA to meet Berry Amendment standards.
www.skdtac.com/Mountain-Hardwear-Hunker-4-Season-Tent-p
I love to find products developed by someone who had a need. With a design refined over the past eight years, the Four Roles Over Garment (FROG) is the brainchild of Dan Sparks, an Army and FBI veteran who was looking for a multi-purpose garment.
The name FROG came about because it can be used for these four purposes:
Jacket
Shelter
Blanket
Sleeping bag
In the right environmental conditions, It can be worn all of the time, even while driving, which can be very handy for those who are exposed to the elements while in transit. This is possible thanks to the large #10 side zips which give lots of mobility for your arms including operating machinery and using weapons.
The full front zips make for easy donning and doffing as well as ventilation. You can also open it to access any gear that you wear under FROG. There is also an integrated, oversized hood as well as internal hand warmer pocket.
Shown below is the jacket component by itself. As you can see, it’s sized quite generously and can fit over your kit. For additional camouflage, you can drape a Ghillie over it.
There is a waist cinch so that you can tighten the FROG or hike it up a bit. While it looks long with the incorporated extension panel, it is built with enough room that you can take full strides and maneuver over rocks and logs.
The modular design is really cool. The extension panel can be removed based on weather and features grommets for use as a sleeping pad or shelter.
The extension panel can be zipped open to form a shelter or remain closed and crawled into sleeping bag style.
There have been instances where one FROG has been shared between two users with one wrapping up in the jacket portion and the other using the extension panel to keep warm.
The FROG is manufactured by Wiggy’s and insulated with Lamilite. This is a silicone treated continuous filament insulation that can be washed at home in your machine. Lamilite does a great job of regaining its loft even when vacuum packed. While Dan didn’t give me a specific temperature rating for the FROG, another user released that he had used his in wet conditions below 40 Deg F and remained comfortable.
The FROG comes standard in MultiCam but can also be had in a variety of other colors and patterns including OD Green, Black, Coyote, Royal Blue, Purple, MARPAT and even UCP.
Bungees and 550 cord not supplied but it does come with a stuff sack.
The Helio Mat from NEMO Equipment made its debut during August’s Outdoor Retailer Summer Market. This companion to the popular Helio Shower will be available early 2015.
Snugpak is now offering their Ionosphere and Scorpion 2 tents in Coyote Tan. Both the Ionosphere and Scorpion 2 both use 5000mm PU material for th efly and flooring, along with DAC Featherlite NSL poles made from TH72M anodized aluminum with pressfit connectors.
Shared features:
• Flysheet is a lightweight 210t Polyester RipStop with a 5000mm waterproof polyurethane coating
• Inner Tent constructed of 190t Nylon with 50D Polyester No-See-Um-Mesh
• DAC Featherlite NSL anodized poles with pressfit connectors
• All DAC Poles are made from TH72M aluminum
• All seams are taped sealed
• Repair Kit included
Ionosphere
The Ionosphere is a compact and lightweight 1-person tent with a streamlined low profile design. An included full mosquito net inner can be set up and used on its own, or added to the fly when weather turns bad.
• 1 Doors
• Alloy Stakes (14 + 2 Spare Stakes)
• Available in Olive and Coyote Tan
• Pack Weight 3.34 lbs. (Fly, Inner Tent, Poles, Stakes, Repair Kit & Carry Case)
• Pack size 17”L x 5.25”D inches
Scorpion 2
The Scorpion 2 features a unique Fly-First Pitch Type Design, allowing one to pitch the fly and then attach the inner tent. This means the fly can be set up independently as a shelter.
• 1 Door & 3 Vents
• Alloy Stakes (14 + 2 Spare Stakes)
• Available in Olive and Coyote Tan
• Pack Weight 5.83 lbs. (Fly, Inner Tent, Poles, Stakes, Repair Kit & Carry Case)
• Pack size 17”L x 7.5”D inches
Litefighter’s Catamount 2 is a two-person, cold weather combat tent originally designed for Special Forces units who requested a highly stable, backpackable tent for changing mountain weather conditions. The Catamount 2 has the following features:
The CataMount 2 is available in Coyote Tan 499, Kryptek Highlander, and MultiCam.
litefighter.com/product/catamount-2-cold-weather-combat-tent
I’ve mentioned the Brooks Range Elephant Foot Sleeping Bag in the past but it remains one of the simplest, yet effective items out there.
Designed to work in concert with a parka, the Elephant Foot Sleeping Bag covers your feet to offer full, to-toe coverage. It weighs 18 oz and is filled with 8.5oz of 850+ DownTek treated goose down for waterproofness. The 20D shell incorporates a foot box lined with 40D nylon for abrasion resistance yet maintaining minimal weight.
http://brooks-range.com/Elephant-Foot.html
