The DIY Project Honor Camo Spray Kit from LBX Tactical is now available at Tactical Distributors. Please note that this item only ships via ground.
www.tacticaldistributors.com/lbx/lbx-project-honor-camo-spray-paint-kit
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TacHacker – Project Honor Camo Spray Kit Available Now from TD
Thursday, October 4th, 2012TacApps – Tactical NAV News
Wednesday, August 8th, 2012We’re big fans of the home brewed Tactical NAV app and its creator Jonathon Springer so we’re quite pleased to bring you some news. If anyone has ever earned the title TacHacker, it’s this guy.
First off, the makers of Tactical NAV recently released “Compass NAV” for Android a couple of weeks ago. Basically it’s just the compass function of TACNAV and it’s priced at .99 cents.
Tactical NAV is also in the midst of an update that will include –
– Separate iPad and Android versions … plus a new iPhone version (free update for existing users)
– Troop tracking (all users on all systems — iPhone, iPad, Android will be able to see each other on the battlefield along with MMS/SMS messaging capabilities between each other, etc)
– A realtime “FreeDraw” – a sandtable-like capability that will act very similar to BFT and CPOF
– iCloud integration
– Facebook integration
– Ability to record video with geolocation-data updated in realtime for playback later
– Voice annotating function
– UTM addition
– “Go to Grid” will be able to work with MGRS, LAT/LONG, and UTM
Here are some screenshots of Tactical NAV running on iPad.
‘Like’ them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/tacticalnav.
TacHacker – Intro to 3D Modeling: The Complete Guide
Tuesday, July 17th, 2012From Gawker Media’s Lifehacker comes a very interesting lesson on their nightschool series – Intro to 3D Modeling: The Complete Guide.
lifehacker.com/5922941/intro-to-3d-modeling-the-complete-guide
The Redeeming Side of BetaBrand
Thursday, June 28th, 2012
So we’ve talked about the BetaBrand DiscoLab pants, but they also are responsible for creating the DARPA Hoody.
Inspired by technology developed for the Programmable Matter undertaking, a computer program helped BetaBrand figure out how to make the most of raw materials to produce the Hoody. Not only did it determine patterning shapes based on how it would drape on the human form but the program also laid out the pieces to maximize yield and minimize waste. Warning military guys…it’s made from Hemp and most sizes are sold out. Maybe they’d make a run in something tacticool.
www.betabrand.com/sale/brown-darpa-hoodie
TacHacker – Rudius 1911 80 Percent Frame from Ares Armor
Thursday, June 7th, 2012This has got to be the ultimate TacHacker project. Ares Armor is offering the Rudius 1911 80 Percent Frame. Named after the wooden sword presented to a Roman Gladiator upon earning his freedom. Fitting name once you understand what Ares has in mind.
Due to the level of finish on the weapon, it is not yet a weapon. According to Ares Armor, “To complete this frame all that need be done are the slide rails, barrel seat and the two rear pin holes. THERE IS NO FFL REQUIRED PER BATFE SPECIFICATIONS. This is not a firearm until you decide to make it one.” Now, the Rudius 1911 80 Percent Frame is available for pre-order at a significant discount. Get in on this by pre-ordering yours at www.aresarmor.com.
TacHacker – ‘Make’ Issue 29
Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012
‘Make” magazine number 29 (DIY Superhuman) is out on newsstands and focuses on one of our favorite TacHacker subjects; the Body. For us, one of the coolest articles is ‘Tacit: A Haptic Wrist Rangefinder.’ The concept is a wrist mounted rangefinder that gives feedback that you can feel in your hand. The closer the object you are ranging, the greater the pressure on your wrist. Projects like this may well inspire someone to develop the next ‘must have.’ Whether you are a part or full time tinkerer or just have a passing interest in DIY, ‘Make’ magazine is a must read.
TacHacker – Crovel Extreme
Tuesday, February 21st, 2012I was watching National Geographic’s ‘Doomsday Preppers‘ the other day and realized that one of the folks they were profiling was one of the inventors of the Crovel. Tim Ralston, the inventor, is a great example of a TacHacker. He started prepping and by necessity he and some friends developed the Crovel. Once others saw what they had built, it was a natural transition into a small business.
Crovel is a is a portmanteau of shovel and crowbar, and it is just that. They’ve taken the concept of a folding shovel and engineered a few additional tools into the design. We’ve mentioned the earlier variant of the Crovel before, but they’ve introduced a new version called the Crovel Extreme which boasts 13 tools combined into one package.
One advantage the Extreme model has is that it is now anodized making it more durable. Additionally, they’ve increased the size of the Hammerhead and incorporated a wood chisel into the Claw portion of the Crovel. They’ve also introduced the Z Spike accessory for the Crovel Extreme as well as a Kydex Cover for both models of the Crovel.
Made in USA!
www.gearupcenter.com/exclusive-crovel-shovel
We Didn’t Even Know They Had a Messenger Bag
Thursday, January 5th, 2012Let alone that it is only $59.99! US PALM’s messenger bag weighs a scant 19 oz dry but boasts a full 7560 square inches of storage (18″h x 28″w x 15″d). Additionally, the shoulder pad features spacer mesh for comfort. Overall, not a lot of frills, just carrying capacity. This could make a good DIY project for a TacHacker.
You can see US PALM’s wares at SHOT Show in TangoDown’s booth #27303 or visit uspalm.com
