First off, Camelbak’s new Crux reservoir incorporates their Big Bite valve which, along with a larger bore tube, delivers 20% more water per sip than its predecessor. You also find a new opening which is easier to line up and screw on. The handle is also friendlier.
The Crux reservoir is available in four different sizes; 1.5 liter and 3 liter standard reservoir along with 1.5L and 3L lumbar reservoirs.
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO – Aug 2, 2016: Point6 and Cocona® announced today an exclusive partnership for wool socks powered by 37.5® technology. Merino wool is one of the top performance fabrics in the outdoor industry, so combining wool with 37.5 nylon creates a higher level of performance sock that delays the onset of sweat, dries faster, increases comfort, and helps control odor.
“Wool is Mother Nature’s miracle fiber, thanks to moisture, temperature, and odor controlling properties,” says Peter Duke, Point6 CEO. “Bringing 37.5 technology fiber into the mix elevates wool’s benefits to a whole new level.”
Managing the microclimate next to the foot extends the user’s comfort range and improves cooling. An in-depth study conducted by the Department of Physiology at the University of Colorado, Boulder reported that by changing from a wicking shirt to a 37.5 shirt athletes extended their performance and reduced their core temperature build up. This same technology can now be found in socks.
The team at Point6 worked with scientists from Cocona to perfect the combination of 37.5 particles with nylon. By layering the 37.5 nylon between 100% compact spun New Zealand Merino wool, Point6 can make a sock that maintains a comfortable level of humidity by delaying the onset of sweat and drying faster, even during high-intensity exercise.
“Peter Duke has had a long and successful history as an innovator with merino wool, so it was exciting to partner with Point 6 on this development,” said Jeff Bowman, CEO of Cocona Inc. “The product they’ve created is fantastic; 37.5 fibers pair very well with natural fibers, turbocharging the inherent properties of merino.”
The active particles in patented 37.5 fiber are permanently embedded in the nylon fabric of the socks and won’t wash out. These active particles provide 800% more surface area to the fiber, while providing a unique driving force to remove moisture vapor unlike any other technology. The particles, naturally derived from coconut shells and volcanic sand, capture heat from the body’s infrared energy to speed evaporation and significantly reduce dry-time.
“Adding 37.5 technology to our socks makes Point6 a far superior product to all other wool socks,” says Duke. “Period!”
Point6 will introduce nine styles powered by 37.5 technology for Spring 2017, plus several tactical styles that are being developed for the military.
WASHINGTON, D.C. –? American Humane, which has worked with the military for 100 years, today released a guide to help veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress (PTS) or traumatic brain injury (TBI) obtain service animals. The publication, whose creation was supported by the Schultz Family Foundation and the NCR Foundation, is called the “Wags4Patriots™ Guide to Getting a PTS Service Dog” andwill be made available free of charge to veteran groups across the country. It can also be downloaded at www.americanhumane.org/wags4patriots.
The guide was developed by American Humane’s experts based on interviews with American Humane service dog grantees, their family members, service dog agencies, mental health providers, dog trainers and veterinarians. Information in this guide will help set expectations for the service dog procurement process, as well as the cost and expense of owning a PTS service dog during its lifetime. Importantly, the guide will detail how to identify a credible PTS service dog agency.
“Every day, 184 veterans are diagnosed with post-traumatic stress (PTS), which make it difficult for them to adjust to life back on the home front,” said Dr. Robin Ganzert, American Humane’s president and CEO. “American Humane has long advocated that veterans suffering from the hidden wounds of war be provided with service dogs because we know these four-legged heroes can help save the lives of our human warriors after they return home from battle. Veterans with service dogs have reported improved sleep, decreased startle responses, and a decrease in the need for prescribed pain medication. The dogs help their handlers to live the lives they once did.”
For veterans struggling with PTS, the complex process of obtaining a service dog can be daunting. Having a guide to navigate the service dog procurement process is therefore invaluable and it can even shorten the time to secure a PTS dog.
“There’s no question that service dogs help veterans with post-traumatic stress or traumatic injuries,” said Elizabeth Willett, Sr. Program Officer, Onward Veterans. “Standardizing the process with this guide will help more of our returning military members get access to man’s (or woman’s) best friend.”
“The NCR Foundation is honored to be a part of this project,” said Yvonne Whitaker, Leader, The NCR Foundation. “It’s important to us to help level the playing field for individuals so they have the skills and tools to reach their goals. This program helps returning veterans feel safe and more fully participate in their lives both personally and professionally.”
To learn more or to support American Humane’s programs to help active-duty military members, military families, and military animals, visit www.americanhumane.org/military. To download a free copy of the guide please visit www.americanhumane.org/wags4patriots.
Unless you follow the private security contractor business you probably don’t recognize the name Constellis, but chances are good you know Blackwater.
Blackwater started as a private training facility in the late 90s by former Navy SEAL, Erik Prince, the company was sold in 2010 under the name Xe, after becoming a contracting powerhouse, to investment firms Forte Capital Advisors LLC and Manhattan Strategic Ventures LLC. At that point they rebranded as ACADEMI. Then, in 2014, Forte Capital and Manhattan Strategic purchased Triple Canopy and created Constellis Holdings. Interestingly, the Training Center in Moyock, North Carolina, initially founded by Prince, is but a shadow of its former self and it seems as if the Triple Canopy management has taken over. Last year, Constellis bought Olive Group, making it even larger.
Now, Apollo Global Management LLC, a private equity company, is in negotiations to purchase Constellis in a deal said to be worth up to $1 Billion.
Arisaka Defense recently announced a line of four new USA-made products, including new low-pro Picatinny segments for M-LOK and KeyMod and a mount for Harris Bipods. Full details below.
Low Profile Harris Bipod Picatinny Mount
Arisaka’s Low Profile Harris Bipod Picatinny Mount is a low-profile bipod mount for Harris S-Series bipods. It replaces the stock sling swivel interface with a minimalist Picatinny mount. Included with the mount is rotation limiters for 15 degrees of cant, and the mount is also compatible with pod lock levers. The mount weighs in at 1 oz. and is only 1.4″ in length, making it much less bulky than the stock mount.
Made from 6061 aluminum and MIL-A-8625 Type III hard coat anodized.
Low Profile Picatinny Rails for KeyMod and M-LOK
Designed for KeyMod and M-LOK handguards, these low-profile Picatinny rails feature a reduced height to pull accessories closer to the handguard. They feature three fasteners to spread the stress of larger accessories, such as bipods or vertical grips, over more slots on the rail.
Made from 6061 aluminum and MIL-A-8625 Type III hard coat anodized.
KeyMod QD Mount
The KeyMod QD Mount utilizes BCM’s reverse threaded KeyMod screws, and are just .167″ thick.
Made from 7075 aluminum and MIL-A-8625 Type III hard coat anodized.
Offset M620 Adapter
The Offset M620 Adapter allows SureFire’s M620 Scout Light to interface with the Arisaka Offset Scout Mount. The adapter preserves the height over rail and capability to adjust lateral positioning of the original mount. This provides increased clearance around front sights and other top rail mounted accessories.
Made from 6061 aluminum and MIL-A-8625 Type III hard coat anodized.
VANCOUVER, B.C. – August 10, 2016 – Mission Ready Services Inc. (“Mission Ready” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: MRS) today announced that Paul Litchfield has been named Chief Operating Officer (“COO”) of the Company. Mr. Litchfield – a director of Mission Ready since November 2014 – has an extensive background associated with the Mission Ready portfolio and will be a critical leader in Mission Ready rapidly moving forward.
Rod Reum, President & CEO of Mission Ready states, “Paul’s operational expertise and leadership is invaluable to the Company and his expanded role is well timed as we focus on the manufacture of our innovative products such as the Ballistic Combat Shirt, Tactical Shield Cover and Electro Muscular Disruption technology, coupled now with our in house manufacturing capabilities, Paul’s time-proven abilities and track record of success will help refine our processes and catalyze the commercialization of our market-ready products.”
Paul began working in the athletic footwear industry at Reebok more than 30 years ago and is regarded as one of the most influential product creation experts in the industry. Mr. Litchfield has been responsible for numerous Reebok product innovations, one of the most noteworthy being the Pump. In 1998, Paul became President of Puma Footwear where he was responsible for product marketing, design and development for Puma’s global product line before returning to Reebok in 2000 as the Vice President of Reebok Advanced Concepts.
Paul received his B.S. degree in biochemistry from the University of New Hampshire and his M.S. degree in Exercise Science from the University of Massachusetts. He conducted post graduate research in human performance at the Institute of Offshore and Environmental Medicine in Aberdeen, Scotland.
Paul states, “I am honored to have this opportunity to work together with Rod Reum and the leadership team at Mission Ready. I am looking forward to applying my 30 years of experience in product development, brand building and manufacturing to this role at Mission Ready. As a director for the Company, I have had the privilege to get to know the exceptionally talented and dedicated people working in the different divisions of the Company. This is a very exciting time for us as we launch the Protect The Force brand of products. Everyone is poised for this next phase of growth and I am fortunate to be part of this excellent team.”
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