Many of you may know my long-time friend Mel Terkla. He and his wife Rena have started a new company called PocketUp, specializing in load carriage.
They started out with various pockets for organizing larger packs but they are introducing the Park Pack, a simple daypack design.
Everything is reasonably priced and made by them. Be sure to check them out at pocketup.net.
As the exclusive US distributor for the global brand of high quality, professional tactical nylon products, Proforce Equipment will utilize LBM’s press and media relations services to introduce the American audience to an American-focused line of Tasmanian Tiger® gear.
Miramar, Fla. (October 2018) – Proforce Equipment, Inc., the exclusive distributor of several brands in North and South America, and the newly announced Tasmanian Tiger® tactical nylon line of products for the US market, has signed Laura Burgess Marketing (LBM) as their Public Relations firm.
LBM will be responsible for informing the American commercial, law enforcement and military markets of the Tasmanian Tiger products designed exclusively for an American audience through press releases, media outreach and writer relations. LBM will also develop the Tasmanian Tiger social media sites and branded newsletter in conjunction with the team at Proforce Equipment, Inc.
The Tasmanian Tiger brand of high quality, professional tactical nylon products for the military, special forces, SWAT and law enforcement, was established in 1999 and to date has been sold extensively within the European and Asian Markets. Tasmanian Tiger is a division of TATONKA GmbH.
“We will be officially introducing Tasmanian Tiger to the US Market during the 2019 SHOT Show,” said Richard Lewis, President & CEO of Proforce Equipment, Inc. “The brand has enjoyed a long, successful history around the world and we are excited to be bringing it to our American customers, specifically designed and manufactured in Tatonka facilities to meet the American requirements.”
“Tasmanian Tiger products have been extensively tested and used in practical and extreme combat situations around the globe, thus bringing to our US customers a deep knowledge of design and execution of nylon gear,” Laura Burgess, president of LBM, added. “We are thrilled to be part of the team to bring this new line to the US and help grow the brand.”
Tasmanian Tiger will have its official launch at the 2019 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan. 22 – 25, 2019 at Booth #20663 on Level 2. The new website www.tasmaniantigerusa.com and social platforms will also launch during January. All sales inquiries can be directed to tt@tasmaniantigerusa.com and all media inquiries can be directed to laura@lauraburgess.com.
The Sicario is a limited edition collaboration between RE Factor Tactical and Toor Knives.
They based the Sicario on a Persian Fighting Blade which offers the user both slashing and stabbing capabilities. The 4″ blade is long enough to offer the user the ability to reach vital organs while still having a small enough blade to conceal if needed. The knife is hardened to a Rockwell hardness of 60 and is coated in H-series graphite black Cerakote. The handle is black textured dymalux giving the user ideal grip regardless of the circumstances.
All knives come with a durable kydex sheath with a 5 lbs draw retention.
Each knife also features an individual serial number that will be given to customers based on the order in which the knife is purchased.
Specs:
• Blade Length – 4″
• Length overall – 8″
• Weight – 3.6 oz
• Steel – CPM3V
• Blade Rockwell Hardness – 60
• Blade coating – H-series graphite black Cerakote
• Handle – Dymalux
• Kydex Sheath
All Toor knives are hand made in their facility in California.
Los Angeles, California – November 1st, 2018 –Mechanix Wear® and MultiCam® join forces to bring fans a unique pairing in time for the holiday season. The Limited-Edition Light vs. Dark 2-Pack includes 2 unique pairs of Mechanix Wear FastFit® gloves featuring MultiCam® Black & MultiCam Alpine camouflage.
Equip your hands with the touchscreen capable FastFit in MultiCam® Black and stay insulated this winter with the fleece-lined FastFit in MultiCam Alpine. The next generation of FastFit gloves feature refined stretch-elastic cuffs, strong nylon carrier loops for storage, and an unmatched anatomical design. This unique pairing in MultiCam® is in limited supply, so grab the set before they are gone.
(1) MultiCam Black FastFit
Features
• MultiCam Black TrekDry® back of hand material.
• Stretch-elastic cuffs.
• Touchscreen capable synthetic leather.
• Nylon carrier loops for storage.
• Machine washable.
(1) MultiCam Alpine Insulated FastFit
Features
• MultiCam Alpine TrekDry® back of hand material.
• Stretch-elastic cuffs.
• Comfortable fleece insulation.
• Nylon carrier loops for storage.
• Machine washable.
The other day I received a great note from the Finnish gear company Varusteleka Oy about their new Särmä TST Woolshell jacket and trousers.
We just released a really awesome outfit. Modern, minimalistic yet highly functional combat uniform made out of wool. At least in Finland, we have had a long tradition of making military clothing out of wool and approach was tested in the fire during the Winter War and Continuation War. We brought this legacy into a modern setting with Särmä TST Woolshell jacket and trousers. Extremely good in cold conditions, breaths, naturally antibacterial, naturally fire resistant and quiet.
Naturally, I was intrigued, so I checked them out and decided to share what I found.
First off, both are available in Green or M05 Woodland Camo and intended to be worn alone or under shell garments.
The materials selection is pretty straight forward:
-Wool frieze: 70/20/10% wool/polyamide/Cashmere
-Reinforcements: 50/50% cotton/polyester
-Pocket lining: 100% polyester
Features:
Snug fit
Adjustable hood
Front zipper w/ interior storm flap
Underarm ventilation zippers
Elastic draw cord adjustable hem
Articulated elbows
Elbow reinforcements w/ pad pockets
Hook-and-loop cuffs
Loop for sleeve patches
Four pockets:
Two zippered chest pockets
Two zippered upper arm pockets
Features:
Regular fit
Elastic adjustable waist
Zipper fly with button
50 mm belt loops
Diamond gusset crotch
Articulated knees
Reinforced seat, knees, shins and ankles
Hook-and-loop cuffs
Four pockets:
Two slash side pockets
Two pleated cargo pockets
Parabellum Prime is a new company, based out of Ottawa. Its focus will be on enhancing the readiness of tier 1 and tier 2 tactical teams in the Canadian market within Uniforms & Layering Systems, Body Armour & Helmets, as well as Tactical Medicine, Dive, and Breaching Equipment. The Grand Opening for their showroom will be on November 9 & 10, 2018
First seen at their booth at CANSEC 2018 with products on display from supplier partners including Crye Precision, Invisio Communications, 5.11 Tactical, T3, Team Wendy, Tactical Tailor, Hesco Ballistics, Blue Force Gear, Mustang Survival, and Revision.
Store hours are 9-5 Tuesday through Saturday. The space is comprised of a showroom, warehouse, offices, and a classroom to facilitate training for accredited professionals. For the Grand Opening on November 9 & 10 there will be refreshments and snacks provided, as well as manufacturers representatives on site.
You can follow Parabellum Prime now through the following avenues for the latest news & releases:
Web: parabellumprime.com
Facebook: @parabellumprime
Instagram: parabellumprime
Veteran Owned and Operated by Sean Menches a former Ranger from 2d and 3d Bn, Scroll Factory is the ‘Go To” shop for all things Ranger and S.F.
They offer a huge selection for any Ranger taste from the 75th DUI to a Bn Scroll. RLTW as well as Special Forces crest caps…all now available in A-TACS iX Camo!
To get yours, visit their online store at www.scrollfactory.com.
The LV/119 Plate Carrier System is scalable and user configurable, consisting of Overt or Covert Front and Rear Plate Bags as well as Cummerbund. The bags are cut for SAPI plates and the Covert version is lower profile.
Features:
– A 3″ x 5″ velcro patch is sewn on for IR identifiers, patches or jumbo flags.
– Can be used slick or with a placard.
– Micro Fight Chest Rig or other placard attach via the included 1″ ITW NEXUS hardware buckles to the hidden webbing loops.
– “Map Stasher” pouch behind the front bag is which fits map or VS-17 marking panel.
See the whole system at www.spiritussystems.com.
