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SHOT Show 25 – Blue Force Gear

Tuesday, January 28th, 2025

This is the BFG press release for the new products launched at SHOT Show. I’m augmenting it with the photos I took in their booth.

LAS VEGAS, NV. – Blue Force Gear, the world leader in load carriage equipment, announces the release of new products during SHOT Show 2025. Blue Force Gear (BFG) consistently raises the bar in lightweight load-carriage equipment and the additions to their product line tout that same code of advancement.

Leading the new releases is the FORM Belt, a CCW-optimized pants belt featuring BFG’s signature anatomical curve design. The FORM Belt utilizes a neoprene foam lining for exceptional comfort and a stiffened thermoplastic composite for enough rigidity to support a holster and other everyday carry items. The belt is finished with ULTRAcomp high-performance coated fabric laminate, which is antimicrobial, hydrophobic, and can stand up to daily wear for years to come.

Expanding their holster solutions, BFG now offers the Holster Adapter in two heights: mid-level and high-level. The patent pending Holster Adapter works seamlessly with the BFG CHLK and GRID Belts to support Safariland style three-hole pattern holsters.The new high-level option caters specifically to users who frequently transition between standing and seated positions.

For shotgun users, BFG presents the new Shotgun Shell Pouch, featuring a seven-shell capacity with split flaps that are designed for optimal ergonomic accessibility and customization. This patent pending pouch is special as it’s the first to reveal BFG’s new two-way Helium Whisper attachment system that allows for pouch mounting both vertically and horizontally.

Those with gear organization issues will be pleased with the patent pending Belt Hanger, an innovative storage solution designed specifically for BFG’s CHLK and GRID Belt systems. This simple yet effective device attaches to the belt’s Cobra Buckle or buckle of the GRID Belt, providing a secure storage hook that can be hung in lockers, closets, or on hooks.

BFG grows their Patented MARCO Marking Device chem light lineup with the addition of orange and white chem lights, complementing the existing red, blue, green, and infrared options. These Cyalume chem lights maintain BFG’s commitment to reliability in tactical marking applications.

Finally, in collaboration with Elliot Brown, Blue Force Gear also debuts a limited-edition Holton Automatic GMT Watch featuring BFG’s trademark “Always Better” and other distinguishing marks. The exclusive watch is released with a proprietary ULTRAcomp fabric strap and is only available while supplies last.

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SHOT Show 25 – Salomon Reelax Break Forces

Monday, January 27th, 2025

Porting over from the outdoor line this summer, Reelax Break Forces is a very comfy recovery slipper from Salomon. Featuring a 6mm drop, the Rx Break integrates an EVA midsole for a comfy footbed.

www.salomon.com/en-us/lp/g/forces

SHOT Show 25 – FASTmag AK

Monday, January 27th, 2025

Coming soon via Hudson Supplies is the FASTmag AK for AK pattern magazines.

Injection molded using IR signature Reduction Technology, the FASTmag retains magazines with tension and is PALS compatible.

SHOT Show 25 – Boom Box

Monday, January 27th, 2025

I was invited to see something in the back room of the Q booth and saw this. I had to share it.

SHOT Show 25 – SureFire’s Ballistic Shield Light

Monday, January 27th, 2025

The Ballistic Shield Light from SureFire features a Hybrid beam pattern that provides excellent throw for medium-to-long distance identification while ensuring ample surround light for situational awareness.

Powered by either a single 18650 rechargeable battery or two 123A batteries, the Ballistic Shield Light offers the following performance:

– With one 18650 battery: 1,500 lumens, 32,000 candela, and a runtime of 2.5 hours

– With two 123A batteries: 1,100 lumens, 23,000 candela, and a runtime of 1.5 hours

It weighs just 1.24 lbs and features a sleek bezel diameter of 1.7 inches, ensuring a compact and lightweight design that integrates seamlessly with ballistic shields without compromising mobility.

SHOT Show 25 – Spiritus Systems LV-120

Monday, January 27th, 2025

The much anticipated LV-120 plate carrier debuted last week during SHOT Show.

The carrier itself is made from XPAC and integrates articulating shoulder straps.

Reactive one size cummerbund is stretchy with plenty of adjustment inside the carrier. It’s also rigid and made from Curv with the ability to integrate FirstSpear Tubes.

Inside, you’ll find padding and ventilation!

The LV-120 will be offered in MultiCam, Coyote, Ranger Green, and Black.

Coming early Q2 from www.spiritussystems.com.

SureFire ICAR 6ARC Preproduction Carbine

Saturday, January 25th, 2025

This is the SureFire Intermediate Combat Assault Rifle in 6 ARC we previewed before SHOT Show. It was displayed in the Magpul booth at the show to showcase the new PMAG 25 ICAR GEN M3 Window. There are quite a few little changes from the prototype gun I fired in late November.

What I really like about this is that SureFire color matched the Magpul OD accessories for the finish.

Development of this firearm has led to quite a few new capabilities which will begin to influence the SureFire line, like this new muzzle device.

My SHOT Show Apology

Saturday, January 25th, 2025

This year for SHOT Show I scheduled entirely too many meetings, including breakfasts and dinners (and travel time) to properly cover the show. It takes free time to sit down and create posts and I just didn’t have it this year. Consequently, you’ll see articles in what I saw next week, right here on SSD.