The new Hydra Mount from GBRS Group has certainly been the subject of a lot of discussion. To alleviate some of the questions, the guys have produced this video.
GBRS Group Hydra Mount Overview
July 8th, 2022SureFire Field Notes Ep. 71: Precision Rifle Tripod Techniques with Sean Murphy
July 8th, 2022In this episode, Sean Murphy of Nightforce Optics discusses several ways to utilize a tripod in precision rifle shooting.
Sean Murphy is the Training Manager for Nightforce Optics and highly successful competitive shooter. Starting with an interest in firearms from a young age, Sean has been shooting competitively since 2006 and has worked in the firearms industry since 2011. He has experience with pistols, carbines and rifles; competing and training in many different shooting sports across the United States.
FirstSpear Friday Focus: STRANDHÖGG V3
July 8th, 2022The Newly Redesigned Strandhögg V3 Now Available
Made in the USA, the new Strandhögg V3 SAPI Cut Plate Carrier maximizes 6/12 technology and rapid closure systems provided by the FirstSpear Tubes® fasteners for easy donning and doffing. The redesigned front panel has an internal zippered admin pocket along with a 4″x9″ loop field for identifiers. Along the bottom of the front panel is a second loop field, which has been added to facilitate use with the all new FirstSpear Admin Placard and Magazine Pocket Placard.
The newly designed Instant Access Back Panel allows for easier access to adjust your cummerbund. Both the front and back of the carrier feature interior facing channels for foam to add comfort and ventilation. These foam inserts can be removed for a more streamlined carrier. The front and back have the ability to hold both soft armor and plates that are the same size and cut of the carrier.
Check out FirstSpear to find all the gear and apparel for America’s Warfighter.
AFC Releases Army Medical Modernization Strategy
July 8th, 2022
AUSTIN, Texas – U.S. Army Futures Command released a comprehensive Army Medical Modernization Strategy today that clarifies the vision and enhances the cohesion of future force health care activities.
“Soldiers are at the heart of our mission. Putting in the work now to ensure that Soldiers have access to cutting-edge health care equipment and resources for years to come is a core element of Army modernization,” said Lt. Gen. James M. Richardson, Acting Commanding General of Army Futures Command.
“The Army Medical Modernization Strategy is important because it describes in detail how the Army will work alongside the Joint Force to provide outstanding health care to the Future Force. The strategy calls for activities that will increase our ability to deliver agile emergency medicine on the battlefield, maintain well-equipped hospitals and medical facilities at home and overseas, and support and develop highly talented health care personnel,” Richardson explained.
The 20-page strategy document seeks to improve the integration and modernization of mission-critical medical resources and proficiencies to ensure the Army Health System is well-equipped to provide highly adaptive and effective care on and off the battlefield for years to come.
The strategy will guide the requirements, priorities and direction of Army medical modernization efforts, including in areas of advanced medical research and Army Health System doctrine, organization, training, materiel, leadership and education, personnel, facilities and policy analysis.
Developed by Army Futures Command headquarters in collaboration with multiple Army and Department of Defense medical organizations and stakeholders, the Army Medical Modernization Strategy fully aligns with and supports the Army Modernization Strategy.
Richardson is scheduled to sign the strategy document during a ceremony at Army Futures Command headquarters in Austin on the afternoon of July 7. Lt. Gen. R. Scott Dingle, Army Surgeon General and Commanding General of U.S. Army Medical Command and Col. James Jones, Director of the Medical Capability Development and Integration Directorate at the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence, will also be in attendance at the event.
AFC Communication Directorate
US Army Photo by Austin Thomas, Army Futures Command
SIG SAUER – KILO6K-HD Compact Rangefinding Binocular
July 7th, 2022
Designed with the Archery and Whitetail hunter in mind, the new SIG SAUER KILO6K-HD Compact is perfect as a lightweight option to minimize your kit, eliminating the need for a separate rangefinder and binocular. The KILO6K-HD Compact provides up to 6,000 yards of ranging off of reflective surfaces and up to 2,500 yards on big game animals.
Featuring BDX 2.0 Bluetooth Technology to work with all BDX equipped scopes and thermal optics, and onboard environmental sensors allowing for accurate real time ballistic calculations, the KILO6K-HD Compact provides the perfect solution for any rifle setup. The KILO6K-HD Compact also features fog mode to cut through morning haze and XR Extended Range mode to allow for longer range capabilities from a tripod, giving you maximum range both quickly and accurately.
Available in both 8×32 and 10×32 prescriptions, the KILO6K-HD Compact is the ideal solution for the minimalist hunter.
The “In Honor of Duco” Loop Leash
July 7th, 2022I recently got an opportunity to spend some time with Rick Hogg. We’ve met several times over the years but it was great to sit for several hours and talk about the world over a few beers. I highly recommend him. He does great work and he’s also in a unique position due to his military service to advocate for K9s.
I knew that he had lost his dog Duco last year after losing a battle with ?osteosarcoma on 5 July 2021. Duco and Rick had a bond forged in combat which continued after they both retired. One of the ways Rick is keeping the memory of his companion alive is through the “In Honor of Duco” Loop Leash which was developed on the battlefield of Afghanistan and built in the USA.
This leash has applications for both the civilian dog owner as well as the military and law enforcement community offering hands free walking with your canine, quick easy control of the travel for your dog and a tie down point if needed. It is 1″ wide by approximately 58″ long in Wolf Gray.
This is the first of many tactical K9 products coming from Hogg Tactical.
www.warhogg.com/product-page/in-honor-of-duco-loop-leash
Thyrm Adds AAA Battery Insert for CellVault-5M
July 7th, 2022
Sunnyvale, CA — Thyrm’s flagship battery storage solution for lithium-ion batteries, the CellVault-5M™ Modular Battery Case, is now available with AAA and 1632 battery inserts. The CellVault-5M comes standard with modular inserts for CR123, 18350, and 18650 batteries in addition to storing four 2032 batteries in the base providing power for flashlights, weaponlights, night vision and other critical gear. Demand has been high for 1632 storage and a AAA insert. These batteries are common for hearing protection, headlamps, GPS units and red dot sights.
These new inserts may be purchased as part of Thyrm’s Enhanced Multipak of inserts or alone as a 3-pak. Inserts are sold on the company’s website at thyrm.com/product/cv5m-insert-pak.
TacJobs – Qore Performance Continues Hiring Surge, Recruiting For Customer Support and Relationship Manager
July 7th, 2022Sterling, VA – Qore Performance, Inc., inventors of the revolutionary ESAPI-shaped IcePlate thermoregulation and hydration tool for PPE users, continues to grow rapidly and is looking for highly talented candidates to fill a vital role: Customer Support and Relationship Manager.
The Customer Support and Relationship Manager is a senior position that reports directly to the CEO. This position is responsible for caring for the most important company asset across all lines of Qore Performance business: our customers.
Do these questions resonate with you?
1. Are you a strong, diligent, extrovert with a natural sense of urgency who is energized by relentlessly evangelizing our cause and solving problems for people?
2. Do you have an uncanny ability to figure out what the customer actually wants (and they didn’t even know they wanted)?
3. Are you capable of being a total team player who can operate independently while in the field?
4. Do you have experience and/or a network for selling into large, Fortune 1000-type companies or into any one of the following industries: military, law enforcement, occupational safety, personal devices (iPads), aviation, outdoor/fitness?
5. Are you an expert at building long term relationships and large, functional networks?
No formal education is required
An ideal candidate must be well-read (or “listened”), a voracious learner, have excellent writing skills, be disciplined and diligent in the execution of their tasks, be able to travel frequently, and have exceptional judgment and discretion.
The Job
Answer and resolve inbound customer inquiries (video, email, LiveChat, phone, etc.): sales, information, questions, warranty, etc. In-person as needed, but emphasis on local dominance
Lead, manage, and grow Field Training Specialists for customer visits, trade shows, boutique shows, etc.
Run point on all B2B sales projects after establishment, “baton handoff”
Work with UX/UI Designer to update website to improve customer experience, Conversion Rate based on customer communications
Support CEO and CFO to instill work ethic, brand standards, customer-first mindset, discipline, maturity across the entire team
Develop, nurture, harvest deep relationships with existing customers across all lines of business and new customers as they join, ensuring optimal QPI experience
Open new International Distributors as approved
Open new enterprise accounts as approved
Monitor third party sales portals (B2B) and Distributor websites to ensure merchandising is correct and up-to-date
Disseminate relevant merchandising assets to Distributors to ensure websites are always current
Follow-up on in-bound international distributor and enterprise leads
Generate new content based on in-bound customer questions
Work with Videographer/Photographer to get content from existing customers (Testimonials)
Compliance audit distributor websites, communications, coach up distributors accordingly to maintain brand standards to match QPI website
Diligently address oversights or errors with sustainable, efficient solutions
Relay customer feedback to relevant departments
Set and enforce high standards for hygiene, tidiness, organization, and excellence
How we will measure success
sales growth
referral business
Conversion Rate growth
inbound traffic generation, growth
customer complaints/satisfaction
reviews
profitability
lead generation/closure rate
active lead pool
customer feedback
YOY account performance
market penetration (new and existing)
Think you have a better way?
We DEFINITELY want to hear from you.
Big advantage if you have a background in any of the following:
Military, Law Enforcement, Wild land Firefighter, First Responder/EMT, SAR/CSAR, Backpacking/Hiking, Mountaineering/Climbing, Outdoors, Travel, QSR/Food Service, Consumer Electronics (specifically iPads and iPhones), Crossfit, Running/Marathons/Ultras, Combative/D-TAC, Shopify, ERP software, Pilot’s License, Crossfit Certifications (or similar/equivalent), Hunting, Marksmanship/Firearms proficiency, Occupational Safety,
Click here to learn more about our recruiting process and working at Qore Performance.
Position-specific Requirements
MINIMUM two years experience at least one of the following sales or customer service channels: military, law enforcement, HSE/OSHA enterprise/occupational safety, outdoor (backpacking, hiking, hunting, water sports, etc.), EDC, luxury travel/hospitality, aviation, GSE, physical fitness
Proven ability to implement a sales/customer service training program
References who can verify your sales/service track record (more = better)
Team player mindset
Ideal, but Optional
Existing customer network in any one or more of the aforementioned areas: enterprise, consumer electronics (iPads, iPhones), OSHA/industrial safety, Fortune 1000, military, law enforcement, premium resorts (ski, mountain, hunting, outdoor)
Company Requirements
All candidates must have the legal ability to work in the USA without sponsorship
Ability to clearly communicate in a fast-paced work environment
Ability to pass a background check and drug test
Ability to perform physical tasks required of the job
Work location: Qore Performance® Headquarters in Sterling, VA
Please submit a condensed resume and an expression of interest for review. Work location: Sterling, VA.
Click here for the complete job description on our website.
Click here to learn more about working at Qore Performance and our hiring process.
