Soldier Systems Daily Soldier Systems Daily

Combat Flip Flops – Free Combat Flip Flops AK’s with the Purchase of a War Rug

December 13th, 2017

Combat FlipFlops currently has a new line of Afghan War Rugs up for pre-order on their site. They’re handmade in Afghanistan, sourced throughout the Northern provinces, and every rug purchased covers the funding of a week of education for an Afghan girl. For the next week, Combat Flip Flops is offering a free pair of AK-47 flip flops with every rug pre-ordered. Put in your order before December 16th, and you’re guaranteed a pair of flip flops under the tree in time for Christmas; the rugs will be delivered early 2018.

The festive video below sums up the offer quite nicely:

www.combatflipflops.com

Tags: Combat FlipFlops
Posted in Advertiser, Boots, Morale | 11 Comments »

TacJobs – Arc’teryx Seeks LEAF Designer

December 13th, 2017

For many SSD readers, this may very well be your dream job. Arc’teryx is seeking a full time designer for their LEAF line. The design center in Vancouver is amazing and the team is a fantastic group, packed with talent.

Department: Design

Reports to: Design Manager

Job purpose: You design and develop comprehensive product collections for our Law Enforcement and Armed Forces (LEAF) product line that are in line with Arc’teryx design philosophies and LEAF customer needs, and you collaborate with all branches of Research and Development to bring these products to market.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:
• You execute assigned projects within seasonal time lines
• You create patterns, mock ups, and prototypes to explore, resolve, or prove new concepts or construction techniques
• You provide detailed product initiations to Product Development, including spec drawings, pattern and fit direction, and fabric information
• You work with the development team to resolve fit, style and construction challenges and ensure a fully commercialised product
• You maintain up to date product illustrations throughout the development process
• You develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the materials and manufacturing techniques that Arc’teryx works with
• You coordinate with the Materials team to identify the needs for new materials and evaluate fitness for use in specific products
• You work closely with other Designers to bring new and better toolbox solutions that benefit the brand (such as new technologies, construction techniques, features, etc.)
• You present work at internal reviews and annual sales meetings
• You stay up to date with industry trends and work with other industry representatives to help ensure we’re meeting our customers evolving needs
• You assist with current product design changes where necessary in order to address in-line production issues
• You assist Design Manager and Product Line Manager to generate a comprehensive multi-year line plan
• You attend tradeshows and company events as required

Additional experience, education and/or skills required:
• You have a Degree in Design (Apparel or Industrial), or Textile Engineering
• You have 5+ years hands-on experience designing products, preferably textile based
• You have hands-on experience coming up with tools and methods to assist in solving construction issues
• You have technical and creative skills to pattern and prototype
• You are entrepreneurial and innovative
• You have excellent communication skills, including written and spoken English
• You have excellent time management skills
• You have strong planning and organizational skills
• You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutions
• You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity
• You are able to balance autonomy and collaboration
• You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement
• You seek the best (but sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is right
• Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it

For additional information, and to apply, visit www.arcteryx.com/Careers.

Tags: Arc'teryx LEAF
Posted in Arc'teryx, TacJobs | 1 Comment »

Patrick Vuong Now Freelance Editor/Author-at-Large

December 13th, 2017

Patrick Vuong, former Editor-in-Chief of The Enthusiast Network’s RECOIL OFFGRID Magazine and Senior Editor of TEN’s flagship lifestyle publication RECOIL, has stepped out on his own.

RECOIL OFFGRID Issue 23 went on sale December 1. This will be the last issue with Vuong at the helm. As the Southern California-based journalist announced in his final letter from the editor, he has resigned his position to become a freelance writer and consultant, and to spend more time with his family.

Vuong, who holds instructor ranks in multiple fighting systems, including Pekiti-Tirsia Kali, will also now be able to devote more time teaching. He will be spending more time with students and also consulting on matters of edged and contact distance weapons and self-defense – though he says this does not mean he will be abandoning his journalistic career.

A lifelong journalist, Vuong left a Managing Editor’s billet for a previous publication to join RECOIL in mid 2012 as Senior Editor. Working directly under Editor-in-Chief Iain Harrison, Vuong helped grow the nascent magazine from a dark horse brand in a dying print market to the No. 1 best-selling firearms lifestyle book on newsstands. In late 2013, Vuong took on an additional assignment as editor of RECOIL OFFGRID, a spin-off publication that focuses on emergency preparedness and urban survival. Under his tenure, that brand climbed to become the No. 1 best-selling survival magazine on newsstands.

During his five years at the RECOIL Network, both RECOIL and RECOIL OFFGRID were awarded numerous industry acknowledgements, including several Maggie Awards. Vuong wrote and photographed feature articles, directed and co-hosted segments on RECOILtv.com, and helped edit two successful, successive publications: CONCEALMENT and CARNIVORE.

Though no longer a staff editor, Vuong will continue to contribute to RECOIL, RECOIL OFFGRID, their sister publications, publishing companies, and other media outlets.

Vuong can be contacted directly via e-mail, Patrick@fluidfighting.com. Follow him on Instagram, @calmbatives.

Tags: Patrick Vuong
Posted in Industry, Media, Press Release | 4 Comments »

HonorPoint USA – Ripper Chest Rig

December 13th, 2017

Last week, we told you about the Dyneema Tegris Kit System “Ripper” Plate Carrier by HonorPoint USA. In that story we mentioned that there was a chest rig as well. This is it.

The Chest Rig is laser cut with a complete front and back, incorporating an adjustable cummerbund.

Their magazine pouches are available in both covered and speed draw type. The side accessory pouch is sized large enough to accommodate a Glock 19. They also offer a radio pouch for the AN/PRC-152 and NVDs.

Made of Dyneema Composite Fabric which offers toughness, air permeability, low and high temperature operating capability, UV/IR Protection, and waterproof properties. Additionally, it is laminated for FR requirements.

HonorPoint www.thehonorpoint.com is currently taking appointments for meetings at SHOT Show.

Tags: HonorPoint USA
Posted in Advertiser, Load Carrying | 5 Comments »

High Angle Solutions – Katadyn BeFree

December 13th, 2017

Katadyn BeFree

With the BeFree™ Filter, you no longer have to worry about where your next drink will come from. Just fill up the flask and let the EZ-Clean Membrane™ do the work. Gently squeeze the flask for instant refreshment. Maintain the EZ-Clean Membrane™ quickly and easily for longer life and more enjoyment. Simply fill the flask with water, attach the cover and shake free the debris. Or, remove the filter from the flask and swish in any lake, river or stream. And when you’re ready to “hit the road,” the collapsible flask packs small to fit into tight spaces. Just Smash, Stash and Go! Worry less, Discover more, BeFree.

High Angle Solutions is a weekly series of articles focusing on military mountaineering solutions. It’s brought to you by UK-based Brigantes Consulting, in conjunction with several other brands, both here in the US and abroad. For example, this post on the Katadyn BeFree was offered by Lyon Outdoor.

Tags: Brigantes Consulting, Katadyn, Lyon Outdoor
Posted in Mountaineering | 1 Comment »

TNVC Featured In Premiere Issue Of UN12 Magazine

December 13th, 2017

TNVC is excited to be included in the premier issue of UN12, a new publication focusing on the customization of guns and gear. The UN12 creative team is responsible for launching one of the most successful industry publications to date and is bringing their A Game to this new venture. UN12 is the shipping code for “Dangerous Goods,” most notably – firearms and munitions. Their goal is to talk about customizing products to improve function and increase the warrior’s capabilities. You will not find straight up reviews of stock production items here. UN12 is all about how professional warriors, competitive shooters, and everyday freedom-loving folks use and adapt gear to achieve success.

UN12 will run a very limited number of collectible morale patches for each issue. They will team up with a specific industry partner to create these patches and include them with specially marked copies of the magazine. The industry partner will also get a number of them to sell in case you miss the issue. TNVC is excited to be the first industry partner for UN12’s patch series. The patch is an exclusive version of the legendary TNVC “Lights Out MotherF**ker” design.

TNVC’s Director of Operations, Chip Lasky, has contributed a feature article to the premier issue of UN12. It focuses on night vision helmet setups for various applications and end-users. Chip will continue to contribute to UN12 with articles about gear setup for professionals.

The first issue will be available shortly through Rainier Arms, with wider distribution coming to a newsstand near you. Congrats to the UN12 creative team on an awesome new product.

Tags: Ranier Arms, TNVC, UN12
Posted in Advertiser, Media, Press Release | Comments Off on TNVC Featured In Premiere Issue Of UN12 Magazine

Triple Aught Design – FAST Pack Scout

December 12th, 2017

All week, Triple Aught Design has been teasing the latest addition to their FAST Pack line, the Scout.

Like its larger brothers, the Scout is Manufacture from 1000D Cordura and mil-spec hardware, but features a 15 liter capacity and can be worn alone or attached to the other packs.

Earlier today, TAD offered this Q&A to educate customers.
1) Pricing? $195
2) Launching? In the 12 Days Of TAD
3) What colors are launching? Black and Multicam Black with more colors like Ranger Green, Coyote Brown, Wolf Grey in the future
4) Will it hold a 15″ laptop? Yes.
5) Transporter Tail included? No.
6) How big of a hydration bladder will it hold? 3L.
7) What material is it made from? 1000D Cordura
8) Made In USA? Yes.

If you’re interested in picking one up, you’ll need to be signed up for their newsletter as they are dropping new products every day during their 12 days of TAD promotion. They are already on day eight, so this thing is coming soon. Releases occur each day at 9 AM PST.

https://tripleaughtdesign.com/newsletter/

Tags: Triple Aught Design
Posted in Packs | Comments Off on Triple Aught Design – FAST Pack Scout

Todd Hibbs Joins XGO as Director of Sales

December 12th, 2017

Todd Hibbs (CSM, USA (Ret)) recently joined XGO as Director of Sales. Many in industry know Todd either from his military service or his work at Leatherman. However, for those of you unfamiliar, here’s a little about him.

Todd Hibbs served 26 years in the United States Army, retiring in 2010 as a Brigade Command Sergeant Major. After retirement, Todd joined the Leatherman Tool Group team and worked as the Government Business Manager for almost eight years. He was instrumental in identifying opportunities within the government, responsible for all government sales, and participated in product development. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration. Todd’s wife, Kim, is a Registered Dental Hygienist. They have been married for over 30 years and live in Columbus, Georgia. Their daughter Jenna is a senior at Kennesaw State University in Kennesaw, Georgia.

Todd is a great guy and I’m looking forward toworking with him in his new position.

www.proxgo.com

Tags: Todd Hibbs, XGO
Posted in Advertiser | 10 Comments »