The Patagonia Wood Burning Stove we previewed early this year is now available.
Like the name says, it burns wood, like the stuff you find out on the trail, or wood pellets if there’s nothing available.
It breaks down into three pieces and boils 1 liter of water in an average of 16 minutes.
The QuantuMiiR Pot is made from corrosion-resistant stainless steel and has a heat-distributing copper bottom with built-in QuantuMiiR heat exchanger.
CAMP BUTLER, Japan —
Lt. Gen. H. Stacy Clardy, the III Marine Expeditionary Force commanding general, launched the first Big Ideas Challenge last August to unleash the creativity and ingenuity of III MEF Marines and sailors against the most pressing challenges facing the Marine Corps.
Over 70 submissions were received from Marines and sailors of all ranks and military occupational specialties. Included in those submissions were inputs from Army and Air Force personnel, spouses and even non-SOFA status personnel.
“The submissions surpassed my expectations both in quantity received and in the quality of ideas that were submitted, especially due to the short time window for the challenge,” said Maj. Stephen Kent, action officer for the Big Ideas Challenge.
Proposals touched on a wide variety of topics, including administration, equipment, logistics, tactics, and quality of life.
“We received ideas for equipment modification, data tools, commercial off-the-shelf applications, education-based solutions and ideas to facilitate the Commandant of the Marine Corps’ vision, to name a few,” said Kent.
“We are looking forward to seeing some of these ideas get incorporated and are excited to see what kind of solutions our community comes up with…”
Maj Stephen Kent, action officer for the Big Ideas Challenge
The Marine Corps is constantly striving to enhance its force as a whole by implementing innovation challenges throughout the Corps. The 2nd Marine Logistics Group and 3rd MLG recently hosted events with notable results.
In those challenges, Marines of all ranks and backgrounds were encouraged to submit. One lance corporal received a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for using 3-D printing equipment at the unit to manufacture a $0.50 part to salvage damaged radio equipment.
Good ideas could come from any member of the command, so Lt. Gen. Clardy opened up the challenge to people throughout U.S. Forces Japan. In order to review and study the many submissions, the commanding general assigned an action officer to collect, review, sort, and present all submissions through a review board of Marines.
“My job is to ensure these ideas get routed to the staff and then ultimately the commanding general for final decision,” Kent explained. “We will strive to incorporate all of the good ideas within our means, regardless if they were selected as the top five.”
III MEF plans to announce the results of the challenge at the end of the month via social media. Marines are optimistic about the results.
“Because of the success of this event, we plan to hold it again this time next year,” Kent said. “We are looking forward to seeing some of these ideas get incorporated and are excited to see what kind of solutions our community comes up with in the future.”
Woof and Whiskers’ Small Travel Food Bag is now offered in 3 different sizes. They are made from 1000D Cordura with a pack cloth interior. The tops are closed with a YKK zipper and they incorporate a 2″ clear window.
Available in Coyote, Black and Grey.
These Made in the USA bags feature a 60-day trial and a lifetime guarantee.
Buy online at www.wwpetproducts.com
Now in its third version, the US Elite Gear exclusive Sua Sponte by Salomon Forces is now available.
Offered in a two-tone combination of Wolf Grey and Black, it combines features from the XA PRO and the latest XA FORCES MID GTX EN, like a Gore-Tex lining and a new sole that is Anti-static, Puncture resistant, and Slip and oil resistant.
Get yours at www.us-elitegear.com/pages/salomon-forces-mark-iii.
In addition to the new TAA compliant gloves we showed you yesterday, Beyond is also introducing a standard five finger glove a s a two-piece three finger mitt system that takes you down to -70 F. Both are touch screen compatible.
As an added bonus, Beyond also has a Cordura Gaiter.
Coming soon.
S&S Precision created a MOLLE adapter for the PECI TFFS (Tactical Flotation Support System) model 5326. The TFFS 5326 is usually attached to either side of a web belt at the wearers waist and provides 80 lbs of buoyancy.
This adapter will work with PALS platforms including the S&S Precision PlateFrame Modular cummerbund.
Watershed makes a wide variety of dry bags for recreational, industrial and military use. These are three of their utility pouches which are offered as part of their Maritime Backpack Suite. They include the Swimmer’s Utility Bag, Manpack Radio Bag, and Waterproof Individual Pouch.
The SUB is designed to carry the M53 protective mask or a similar sized item. The WIP accommodates a MK48 box mag, IFAK, or similar items. The Radio Bag will fit the AN/PRC-117G and accessories.
Regardless of size and intended use, they all have several design features in common. Watershed bags are made from abrasion resistant polyurethane coated fabric with seams sealed via RF welding. They also use a YKK Aquaseal waterproof zipper, and oral inflate/deflate valve with cover.
There is also a PALS compatible mounting system as well as both horizontal and vertical belt loops. Drainage points are also built-in at the ashes of the mounting system. There’s also a laser cut retainer for the T-shaped zipper pull so it doesn’t inadvertently open if caught on something.
These bags are all Berry compliant and available for sale to government customers, regardless of stock notices on the website.
www.drybags.com/bags/military-waterproof-bags
