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Rampart Range Day 19 – Salewa Mountain Trainer Lite Mid GTX

May 30th, 2019

You’re getting a sneak peek of the Mountain Trainer Lite Mid GTX from Salewa which will be available next year.

It features a suede and fabric upper and uses the Gore-Tex Extended Comfort membrane which is becoming very popular with European footwear.

As you can see, it’s offered in a Black configuration. The sole is a proprietary design by Vibram specifically for this shoe.

Salewa Footwear is available in Canada from Rampart International.

Rampart Range Day 19 – ASP Transport Kit

May 30th, 2019

Made from forged aluminum, the ASP Transport Kit consists of rigid ultra cuffs, locking block, and stainless steel chain or nylon belt.

The cuff is offered in a variety of colors and has key holes on both sides to facilitate cuffing the hands in opposite directions.

It features a tongue that slides through a purpose-specific channel on the rigid ultra cuff wrist restraints. A high-security, proprietary lock fastens to the tongue instantly, without the key inserted. The key, which engages a cylinder lock with 2,187 possible unique keyway configurations, is only used to remove the system.

The loose end of the chain has a clip to attach the chain back on itself, at the rear of the prisoner. The alternative is a nylon belt with button holes.

ASP products are available in Canada from Rampart International.

Rampart Range Day 19 – Defense Technology 40mm Direct Impact Adjustable Range Less Than Lethal Munitions by Safariland

May 30th, 2019

Safariland conducted a live demo of their Defense Technology 40mm Direct Impact Adjustable Range Less Than Lethal Munitions.

The round consists of a plastic body and a crushable foam nose that contains a powder payload. This payload area can hold inert, marking, OC or CS powder. The crushable foam nose dissipates energy upon impact while releasing the powder payload. What makes this round different than others on the market is that it can be used as close as five feet.

Safariland’s full range of products is available in Canada from Rampart International.

GT Distributors GLOCK Salute to Veterans Discount Program

May 30th, 2019

During the GLOCK Salute to Veterans Discount Program GT Distributors and GLOCK are extending blue label qualifications to any honorably discharged, active or retired veteran. If you meet these requirements you’re eligible to purchase one Blue Label GLOCK pistol through GT Distributors from Memorial Day to Veterans Day. Blue label pricing provides a significant discount below regular pricing for qualified purchasers. Participation in the Salute to Veterans program is as simple as using a copy of your DD 214 and valid driver’s license as credentials.

Guns like the newly released G48 and G43X  as well as the G45 and G19X are all available through this program. GT Distributors is a leading supplier of GLOCK firearms, parts  and accessories – from magazines to sights, and even installation.

Buying your new GLOCK online from GT couldn’t be easier: use our FFL Finder to buy your GLOCK on GTDist.com and have it shipped directly to your FFL!

Click or Call today:

www.gtdist.com/glock_veterans_program

OR

800.775.5996

SOFWERX Seeks SR SMEs

May 30th, 2019

Do you have experience working with autonomous mobile robots, various drone swarm control methodologies or UXS swarms? Apply by 07 June to be a Subject Matter Expert for the SOF Special Reconnaissance Rapid Prototyping Event on 08-12 July! 10 experts will be selected to attend and receive a stipend. Visit www.sofwerx.org/specialrecon for more information. ?
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Gold-Star Mom Jumps from Plane…with Team of Veterans into Normandy to Commemorate D-Day, Her Late Son’s Memory

May 30th, 2019

Practicing. Scoti Domeij with Zach Carbo

[Seattle, WA, May 2, 2019]—An elite team of veteran Army Rangers and Green Berets will jump into Normandy from a WWII C-47 aircraft to recognize the 75th Anniversary of D-Day. This historic special operations mission conducted by generations of veterans will honor those who paved the way for elite warriors and those still making the sacrifice, including the late Army Ranger and Sergeant First Class, Kristoffer Domeij. Joining the veterans is Gold Star Mother, Scoti Domeij, Kristoffer’s mother, and Red Bull athletes Andy Farrington and Luke Aikins. The mission will take place between June 1-9, 2019 in alignment with the 75th D-Day invasion activities between England and France. 

THE TEAM

Jumpers

Mark Nutsch, Army Green Beret/Ranger – ODA-595 Detachment Commander portrayed in the movie 12 Strong and documentary film Legion of Brothers. 

Zach Carbo, Army Ranger – Reece Team Leader in Iraq and Afghanistan. 

Matthew ‘Griff’ Griffin, Army Ranger – Fire Support Officer in Iraq and Afghanistan, Combat Flip Flops CEO.

Scoti Domeij, Gold Star Mother – Army Ranger Kristoffer Domeij, writer at Havok Journal.

Air Operations

Art Shaffer, Round Canopy Parachute Team, USA.

Bill Markham, Army veteran – Round Canopy Parachute Team, USA.

Andy Farrington, Red Bull Athlete – World Champion Wingsuit Pilot. 

Luke Aikins, Red Bull Athlete – World Record Holder.

Operations

Scott Neil, Army Green Beret – in documentary film Legion of Brothers.

Hubert Acthen, Round Canopy Parachute Team, Europe.

Jim Pearson, Army Green Beret – Tico Belle Pilot.

Production

Devin Graham, Devin SuperTramp 

While each military jumper has a connection through service to D-Day, both Red Bull athletes do as well. Cousins Luke Aikins and Andy Farrington’s grandfather, Lieutenant Aikens, was a fighter pilot shot down in Europe. He jumped from his plane to escape capture—and enjoyed the parachute ride down. Years later, he returned to Washington to open Kapowsin Air Sports, introducing his children and grandsons to the sport of parachuting.

The main objectives of this event are a successful tandem jump of Scoti Domeij into Normandy, France; and honoring the OSS spirit and actions within the D-Day 75th Anniversary celebrations in England and France. 

A video series of the event will be released through YouTube for Veteran’s Day 2019. 

Sponsors

This journey is made possible in part by Team Wendy, SOG Knives, and Smith Optics.

About Scoti Domeij

A Gold Star Mother is one who lost a son or daughter to service of the American Dream. Scoti’s son, Kristoffer Domeij, was a Sgt. First Class and the Army’s first qualified JTAK evaluator. He is the most deployed soldier in American history to be killed in action on his 14th deployment in Afghanistan on October 22, 2011. Scoti not only jumps in memory of her son, but in an effort to capture his spirit and more thoroughly understand the life of a soldier. 

Scoti is the owner of BlacksidePublishing.com where she publishes raw, real, transparent books related to the veteran and Gold Star Family communities. She is also a solo-parenting columnist for Colorado Springs Kids, and a writer/editor for HavokJournal.com. Her articles have appeared in such diverse publications as The New York Times, Family Life Today, Southwest Art, and Focus on the Family magazine. She has authored, co-authored, and contributed to multiple books, including the Violence of Action: The Untold Stories of the 75th Ranger Regiment in the War on Terror.

About Combat Flip Flops

Combat Flip Flops is a veteran-owned small business that manufactures products in conflict and post-conflict areas. Empowering the mindful consumer to manufacture peace through trade, Combat Flip Flops’ profits have funded the education of over 600 Afghan girls and the clearance of over 10,000 square meters of landmines in Laos. In 2018, Griff was recognized by Real Leaders magazine as one of the world’s top 100 Global Visionaries and by HillVets100 as one of the 100 most influential veterans in America. In 2016, Puget Sound Business Journal named him one of their 40 under 40 business leaders. Griff is the co-author of the business and leadership book, Steps Ascending: Rise of the Unarmed Forces.

Helikon-Tex Makes a Big Move in Innovating Shooting Gear – Check Out Their Brand-New Rangeman Gloves

May 30th, 2019

Those plain-looking gloves are made to give you an enormously precise fit, no matter what you do. No sudden movements will knock your weapon loose, as the characteristic, “sticky” kangaroo leather keeps your grip safe and sound.

 

“These gloves were designed for those who appreciate the great features of genuine leather,” said Marcin Jedrzejczak, shooting instructor and the man responsible for developing Helikon-Tex Range Line. “Using natural leather lets us improve the breathability of the gloves while keeping the protection values and durability of the product. As a final result, we have a gear that’ll allow the user to handle a weapon freely, maintaining his safety. Protection and comfort, with no compromises – these are the main advantages of those gloves,” he adds.

The brand-new Helikon-Tex Rangeman® Gloves are there for you when the stakes are high, but you need a discrete – almost low-profile product.

Features:
– Kangaroo leather palm construction for durability
– Durable leather on finger tips for extra protection
– Gripper hook on wrist adjustment
– Elastic and durable external fabric
– Functional loop hanger
– Adjustable on the wrist

Price: $35.90

www.helikon-tex.com

Netherlands Fractal Pattern Update

May 30th, 2019

The Dutch military has committed to fielding their new Netherlands Fractal Pattern camouflage.

Through extensive testing, they are planning on these colorways for uniforms:

NFP-Green for wooded and urban areas in Western and Eastern Europe;
NFP-Tan for arid areas such as desert, steppes and savannas;
NFP-Navy for shipboard personnel is still under development.
NFP Arctic is still being considered for winter (mountain) conditions.

However, they’ve also developed NFP-Multitone with fewer colors and slightly more contrast which contains colors from NFP-Green and NFP-Tan, making it suitable for use in both green and dry areas. This variant will be used for PPE and other field equipment.

We are told that gear is starting to roll off the line in NFP-Multi, such as tarps (seen here) and the Berghaus packs we showcased during Enforce Tac.

Source: magazines.defensie.nl/defensiekrant/2019/11/04_camouflage_10