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OR Summer Market – Garmin GPSMAP 66i

June 19th, 2019

The Garmin GPSMAP 66i combines GPS Mapping and Satellite Communications into a single unit.

Currently available exclusively from REI, it comes preloaded with TOPO maps and inReach technology (subscription required) for 2-way messaging and SOS.

Features:

• Button-operated GPS handheld and satellite communicator with interactive SOS alerts

• Large 3 in. sunlight-readable color display is easy to view

• Buttons provide simple operation even with gloves or in the rain

• Trigger an interactive SOS to the GEOS 24/7 search and rescue monitoring center; exchange 2-way messages via the 100% global Iridium® satellite network (subscription required)

• Preloaded Garmin TOPO mapping with direct-to-device BirdsEye Satellite Imagery downloads (no annual subscription)

• Includes multiple Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) support and navigation sensors

• Cellular connectivity lets you access Active Weather forecasts and Geocaching Live

• Compatible with the Garmin Explore™ website and app to help you manage waypoints, routes, activities and collections, use tracks and review trip data from the field

• Internal, rechargeable lithium battery provides up to 35 hrs. of battery life in 10 min. tracking mode (and 1 min. tracking mode with display off

• Expedition mode (30 min. tracking intervals) provides up to 200 hrs. of battery life

• IPX7 rating means the GPSMAP 66i is considered waterproof; it can withstand submersion in water up to 1m deep for up to 30 min.

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OR Summer Market 19 – NEMO Updates The Helio Outdoor Shower

June 19th, 2019

NEMO Equipment has updated one of their most popular products, the Helio Outdoor Shower by turning it on its side. This makes it more stable during use.

They’ve added four feet for it to stand on. They’ve also created a new fill hole which is much easier to use and incorporates a flap which keeps the plug secure when pressurized.

Coming Spring 2020, from www.nemoequipment.com.

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OR Summer Market 19 – LonoLife On-The-Go Bone Broth

June 19th, 2019

LonoLife Bone Broth comes in single serving packets of 8 oz containers. The Bone Broth is offered in Beef, Chicken, Chicken Thai Curry and new Tomato and all are delicious. With each single serving packet features 10 grams of protein, they would be a great addition to the ramen many cook in the field.

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Portuguese Navy Adopts G3 Upgrades By Spuhr AB

June 19th, 2019

After extensive testing, which included dropping the weapon 2 meters onto a steel plate, the Portuguese Navy has adopted the Spuhr upgrade kit for the G3. The deal was brokered by NT Group.

As you can see, it includes a new stock (R-410), upper rail (R-402), and forend (R-401). The stock abd forend are the same as Spuhr developed for the Swedish Army. Except, the sling swivel is diferent and the cheekpiece is not screwmounted and can be detached by hand so the rifle can be used with iron sights.

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Rampart Range Day & Expo West 2019

June 19th, 2019

Rampart is bringing Range Day to BC! It’s October 2nd, 2019 at Port Coquitlam, BC. Government customers sign up at RampartCorp.com/rangedaywest.

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Brigantes Presents – High Angled Solutions – The Silva Expedition 4 Militaire VS the Expedition 5

June 19th, 2019

With the award-winning Expedition 4 Militaire, Silva have ensured that many of the necessary features needed for a military compass have been met, hence its popularity and use by various armed forces across the globe, it is a compass designed for those in the defence forces who use Mils for navigation and triangulation.

With a magnifier the Expedition ensures you understand every detail of topographic terrain displayed on a map. Glow in the dark markings on the North display and on the direction of travel allow the compass to be used in low light conditions. The Expedition 4 Militaire additionally features a hole for marking positions on a map with improved precision.

With its luminous point for night navigation, magnifying lens and weight of only 36g, the compass is an ideal solution for quick an accurate compass work.

However, Silva have a successor to the range, the Expedition 5 (6400/360). Following feedback, from the Royal Marines, the Expedition 5 has increased robustness, functionality and low light visibility. Robustness is increased by a thicker base plate and a sealed capsule, so it is now far less likely that you will get bubbles. Functionality has improved with the introduction of both mils and degrees, a better bezel provides easier use with gloves, all of the numbering on the bezel illuminates, following exposure to light, and it has variable declination as well as an inclinometer. In addition it comes with a lanyard that doubles up as a measuring scale.

The Militaire has been around for several decades and has now been replaced by a more capable and robust compass which is focused on the needs on the modern user.

For more information contact international@brigantes.com

For UK sales contact warrior@brigantes.com

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US Army NGSW Submission 6.8 Sherwood by VK Integrated Systems and Bachstein Consulting

June 19th, 2019

The XR-68 is a new weapon system that has been submitted to the Army for the NGSW program by VK Integrated Systems of California and Bachstein Consulting LLC of New Hampshire. The system consists of an electronics suite combined with a rifle chambered for a new cartridge design, 6.8 Sherwood. Variants for both, the NGSW-R and NGSW-AR, have been submitted.

A standout unique feature of the XR-68 is the lower receiver designed to house electronics, route power and data in a secure and robust way. Similar to other VK Integrated Systems rifles, the XR-68 houses the SmarTak electronics system, an advanced weapons system design for real-time battlespace awareness. This will provide the warfighter’s enablers and sights with data that will enhance situational awareness. Parameters like number of shots, last service date, location and orientation will be made available in a way that allows for easy upgrades of software and electronics.

Rifle Design

The XR-68 is based on the DPMS308/SR-25 system used throughout the industry. The XR-68 is chambered for a new cartridge called 6.8 Sherwood. The barrel is the only part that is non-standard, similar in concept to a 300BLK in an AR-15. All other parts in the XR-68, such as the bolt, bolt carrier, fire control, etc., are DPMS308/SR-25 compatible parts. The XR-68 has an ambidextrous charging handle, safety selector and magazine catch.

Ammunition/Cartridge Design

Bachstein Consulting designed the 6.8 Sherwood to meet the level of performance required by the Army for the NGSW program. 6.8 Sherwood has more internal case volume than 7.62mm and other cartridges derived from 7.62mm, allowing for more performance potential. 6.8 Sherwood is compatible with 7.62mm bolts and bolt carriers, no special modifications are required.

VK Integrated Systems

Bachstein Consulting

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OR Summer Market 19 – Salomon Cross / Pro

June 18th, 2019

The upcoming Salomon Cross / Pro features a sock-like knit upper construction paired with an aggressive Contragrip TA sole. They weigh just 290g for a Men’s size 9. They will be offered in 7-13 and 14 in Men’s. This Black on Black is the Men’s color.

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Coming Spring 20 from www.salomon.com.

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