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US Army Announces Adoption of ‘Pinks and Greens’ Dress Uniform

November 11th, 2018

Today marks not only Veteran’s Day, but also the 100th anniversary of the end of World War One. Fittingly, at 1100 hours, the Army is quietly celebrating the date by internally announcing that it is adopting the iconic Greens uniform as its new service uniform.

Army Message:

To help sustain the All-Volunteer Force, we must go to the American people and inspire confidence in our Army’s professionalism and readiness. To ensure we present a professional appearance, the Army is adopting the iconic Greens uniform as its new service uniform. This is the uniform worn by America’s Greatest Generation as they won World War II. Now, America’s Next Greatest Generation will wear it as they develop into the smart, thoughtful, and innovative leaders of character outlined in the Army Vision.

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SCUBAPRO Sunday – Mask Clearing and Replacing

November 11th, 2018

When you are first learning how to dive. You learn basic skills in the pool before you move to open water. One of the most basic is clearing your mask. There are a couple of reasons you will have to clear your mask. It isn’t sitting right on our face, and it is leaking a little. You are diving with a group of people, and you get kicked in the face, and your mask gets knocked off. This is a skill you should always practice, especially if you have not dove in a long time. No matter how often you dive being good at the basic skills will always pay off.

This is one of the most basic skills to have, but it is also one of the most important. Let’s say you are doing a 3-hour night dive. About 15mins into it your mask starts leaking. You have to clear it every couple minutes. So you decide to change out your mask. This could be a quick thing, or if you have never practiced this, it isn’t going to help at all.

Leaking mask

After you have inhaled slightly press the top part of your mask to your forehead while blowing slowly through your nose. Tilt your head back slightly looking up while exhaling through your nose. Start to exhale thru your nose slowly. Watch for bubbles if you close to your target. The water will slowly start to leave. You don’t have to do this fast.

Flooded mask

This is just as easy as clearing a partially flooded mask. Let say you are diving in a group and someone kicks you in the face knocking your mask off. First put your mask back on, make sure that you have a good seal and there isn’t anything in its way, like part of your dive hood. Then using the same method above to clear it. Take your time. If you go to fast you will push out more air then water. So go slow and don’t waste your air. If you are really deep when you do this, there will be more pressure, making it a little harder to push the water out. Sometimes it is better to leave the mask strap off and just let the water pressure and your hand hold the mask to your face. Once you have some air in your mask then you should put your mask strap on.

If you are only able to dive a couple of times a year. Then you need to get in the water and practice your basic skills, and this is one that will help a lot. There is nothing worse than being on a night dive, and your mask won’t stop leaking, and you can’t see anything. The best way to perfect this skill is to practice it over and over again in a controlled environment like a swimming pool. The primary keys for being able to clear a flooded mask is to relax. This is the reason you had to do all those flutter kicks on the side of the pool with your mask full of water. Lastly, if you have to do a 3-hour dive and you go thru all these steps, and nothing works, well you at least get a good story out of it.

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A Veterans Day Message from SIG SAUER

November 11th, 2018

NEWINGTON, N.H., (November 11, 2018) – At SIG SAUER, our responsibility to the military and our Veterans is what drives us and gives us purpose. A significant portion of the products we make are safeguarding those who serve, protect, and defend America, and that is a responsibility that makes us immensely proud. The importance of the military and the noble cause of everyone that serves and has served underscores everything we do and every product we make – and we are truly thankful.

In honor of Veterans Day, SIG SAUER is honored to release the video feature, “Silence, Respect, Dignity, and Perseverance: The Story of the M17 Tomb of the Unknown Pistols.”

This is an in-depth look at the development, design, and presentation of the ceremonial M17 Tomb of the Unknown Pistols to the U.S. Army’s 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) including interviews with the Tomb Sentinels; Tim Butler, SIG SAUER Product Manager; and Ron Cohen, President and CEO, SIG SAUER, Inc.

Please take a moment to watch, and share, this truly special feature to reflect on the sacrifice of those that have served to keep us safe and free.

On Veterans Day, and every day, we honor those whom have served and sacrificed for the United States of America in the defense of freedom.

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The 100th Anniversary of the End of the First World War

November 11th, 2018

The Armistice ending the First World War came into effect at 11 AM Paris time on 11 November 1918 (the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month) after the allies and German powers came to an agreement at 5 AM.

While perhaps not to the same level as it was in 1918, this date is celebrated in numerous countries as Armistice or Remembrance Day. Here in the US, we observe Veteran’s Day, honoring our those who have served this great nation and the cause of liberty.

You will often notice the wearing of rememberance poppies which were inspired by the World War One-era poem, “In Flanders Field.” Although the practice was first seen in America, it is quite prevalent in the Commonwealth of Nations.

Today, I’d like to remember those young Americans who made their way in troop ships to stop aggression across the globe in the dawn of the 20th century. I’d also like to salute my fellow Veterans, they make for a very large family. May they stay safe, serve the cause of righteousness, and be ever victorious.

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You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up

November 11th, 2018

Grzegorz Sends “Regards” from Wadi Rum, Jordan.

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ORWM 18 – Mountain Khakis Introducing Underwear

November 11th, 2018

Mountain Khakis will introduce their new Bison Boxers and Bison Boxer Briefs In Fall 2019. They are made from a proprietary fabric called Alpine Mesh, a 4.7oz material comprised of 92% Nylon and 8% Spandex.

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ORWM 18 – Black Yak Calvana Smock

November 10th, 2018

This is the upcoming Calvana Smock from Black Yak. It’s an insulated, hooded Anorak Design with front hand warmer pockets.

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ORWM 18 – Beyond’s Ventum Ultralight Hoodie

November 10th, 2018

The Ventum Ultralight Hoodie is part of Beyond’s new Kyros line. It’s made from a 4-way stretch with DWR finish and includes zippered handwarmer pockets.

A really cool feature is that the Ventum Jacket can be stuffed into the left pocket, along with the Ventum Pant, making a camp pillow, or just for storage.