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Coyote Z-Lite Sleeping Pad

Friday, July 23rd, 2010

Cascade Designs has taken their popular lightweight Z-Lite folding mat and changed the color from Orange to Coyote. A simple mod but it means the world to troops who want to put the Z-lite’s egg carton-style cushioning to work in the field. It folds out to a roomy 20” wide x 72” long yet weighs in at only 15 ounces! And, unlike air mattresses, you don’t have to worry about leaks.

Previously in limited production the mat was evaluated by the Marine Corps. However, Cascade Designs put them into full production based on its adoption by an element of the US military. CPGear is the first company we have seen to offer this product.

To order visit www.CPGear.com.

Hybrid Deployment Bag from Force Protector Gear

Friday, July 16th, 2010

The Hybrid Deployment Bag from Force Protector Gear is a coffin style duffel designed specifically for commercial air travel. At over 9200 cubic inches it features numerous pockets to compartmentalize gear and includes a soft frame system to give the bag body. Manufactured from 1000D Cordura the bottom of the bag is covered in ballistic nylon. It is Berry Compliant and is available in Black, Coyote, and MultiCam.

The entire line of FPG products is on display at the Warrior Expo in booth #137.

www.forceprotector.com

Expeditionary Equipment ADS

Tuesday, July 13th, 2010

Whether you need to provide shelter for Soldiers on a patrol or on an expeditionary base, ADS has got you covered, literally. With access to solutions from brands as disparate as NEMO to Alaska Shelters, ADS can provide the right solution based on requirement, schedule, and cost. In addition to standard soft walled tents, ADS also offers non-permanent hard-sided shelters that can be configured as billeting, command posts and even hangars. For those attending the Warrior Expo at the end of this week be sure to make time for Breakout Session 3: Deployable Infrastructure & Equipment for Mission Deployments & Disaster Relief to learn about the latest in soft and hard sided shelters.

www.adsinc.com/tents-shelters

Maintenance, Repair and Operations ADS

Monday, July 12th, 2010

Most readers will see the initials MRO and scratch their heads but Maintenance, Repair and Operations is a vital part of any operation. It’s what keeps the equipment working whether rolling stock, HVAC, power grids, or basically anything mechanical or electrical. At the Warrior Expo this week attendees will be able to learn more about MRO and seasoned maintenance veterans will have an opportunity to see the latest and greatest tools, generators, repair parts, and services. Additionally, ADS has partnered with some of the most trusted names in the business to produce specialized kits so be sure to check them out.

www.adsinc.com/mro

Kifaru Modular Handwarmer Pouch

Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Cool temps are just around the corner and it is time to start planning for Fall. Kifaru has had a handwarmer pouch on the hunting side for 12 years and has now released a tactical version. Although designed to pair with the Koala, it will also attach to anything with a PALS grid such as a plate or armor carrier via Kifaru’s Lock ‘n Load mounts. Built with a pack cloth shell, Rhinoskin lining and 6 oz. Combat Climashield insulation it will keep your digits warm to conduct intricate tasks. Whether you purchase one in Coyote, OD, Black, Foliage, UCP, or Multicam, the price is a steal.

www.kifaru.net

Sleep Systems ADS

Tuesday, June 15th, 2010

In conjunction with Bluewater Defense ADS offers three Berry compliant Sleep Systems; the Three-in-One Sleep System, the Three Season Sleep System, and our personal favorite the Combat Mobility Sleep System.

While the video does an excellent job of giving an overview of the bags, we thought we should point out a few things. The options available not only meet differing price points, but are designed for different applications, whether for use in a FOB or on an isolated mountain patrol.

Be sure to attend the ADS Warrior Expo July 15 & 16 at the Virginia Beach Civic Center and check them out or visit www.ADSinc.com/sleepsystems.

Travel in Style

Monday, June 14th, 2010

The new Special Forces Travel Set from Paladin Designs combines 4 S.O. Tech designed products into one modular kit to meet any of your luggage needs. Additional accessories can be combined with the basic set to increase the flexibility of the system. The integrated nature of the SFTS allows you to hit the ground running by building out “plug and play” mission specific modules. This brochure goes into great detail to demonstrate how the SFTS can work for you no matter if you are deploying to a war zone or heading for a weekend at the beach.

Paladin’s Special Forces Travel Set

www.sfts.tk

NEMO Sleeping Pad and Pillow

Friday, April 30th, 2010

It turns out that NEMO is about more than just cool shelters with AirSupported Technology. They are all about the entire sleeping experience. In fact, their Fillo pillow and Cosmo sleeping pad are simply awesome.

The Fillo stuffs smaller than a 1 liter water bottle yet relies on a combination of a 3″ thick inflatable cell with engineered baffles and 1″ of memory foam to provide adjustable height and comfort. What’s more, the Fillo features an elastic cord laced along the back to attach an extra piece of clothing for additional height. The cover is made of a velvety-soft (literally) washable microfiber fabric with an integrated stuff sack. It’s light enough to at least take to the ISB at about 5 oz without the memory foam and just over 10 oz with it inserted.

The Cosmo is a horizontally baffled sleeping pad that is 3″ thick when inflated and 76″ long x 25″ wide. Take a look at the photo and notice that Gray bit at the bottom of the pad? That is a built-in foot pump to make setting up that much easier. The Cosmo can be combined with a Pillowtop to create the combo. The Pillowtop is a memory foam cover with a comfy microfiber outer that makes the whole she-bang 4″ thick!

NEMO Equipment - Pillow and Pad

On both products the microfiber covers feel like chamois and come in earth tones as you can see in the photo. I was able to give them a whirl at OR Winter market and I can say that they are certainly comfy. It’s like laying on a bed. You can see all of NEMO Equipment’s products online or visit the ADS Warrior Expo next week to see them in person.