Looks like our friend Steve StLouis has been busy.
OpenWERX (sponsored by SOFWerx) provides the general public with quarterly opportunities to collaborate on innovative approaches relevant to SOCOM and other federal government agencies.
Team Registration deadline: 30 June
Prizes:
First place: $10,000
Second place: $5,000
Third place: $3,000
To register, visit www.sofwerx.org/openwerx-airspew
The UBR GEN2 is an adjustable stock for the AR15/M4, designed to offer the same strength and stability as a fixed stock with a consistent and comfortable cheek weld in any position. An update of the revolutionary Utility/Battle Rifle (UBR) stock, the UBR GEN2 features a fixed cheek piece to provide a consistent cheek weld in any of its eight positions, and is compatible with Carbine as well as A5-length buffer systems. Designed to accommodate large bore AR calibers and withstand severe impacts, the UBR GEN2 is nearly five ounces lighter while retaining all the durability its predecessor was legendary for.
Comes standard with front and rear QD sling attachment points, two footman’s loops, the ergonomic MOE SL™ angled-toe rubber butt-pad, and customizable storage compartment.
The PMAG 30 AK74 MOE is an inexpensive, lightweight, high reliability 30-round polymer magazine designed for Kalashnikov pattern rifles in 5.45x39mm (AK74, MPi-AK-74N, PA md. 86, and others.)
It features a removable floorplate, constant curve geometry, and a high-reliability/low-friction follower for the affordable performance you expect from a MOE PMAG.
This summer, Tactical Distributors is partnering with three artists to offer unique t-shirt designs. The first collaboration is with with local tattoo artist Jude Aurilio. TD interviewed Jude and you can read the whole blog post here.
To order your t-shirt, visit www.tacticaldistributors.com/products/td-artist-series-next
ETHAN JONES from Sumter, SC just won the first and last Grand Prize, the SSD 300blk rifle plus a complete gear package!
What an epic giveaway! In total, we gave away over $50k worth of gear and firearms… who does that?!?
Both SSD and Grey Ghost want to thank everyone who entered, forwarded, and shared this event. We all enjoyed it as much as you folks did.
For more info about Grey Ghost Gear, go to www.greyghostgear.com
If you still want a GGP rifle or pistol slide for yourself, check out www.greyghostprecision.com
Custom fitting has been available for ski boots for years. Now, Tecnica is bringing their Thermoform system to hiking boots built with an anatomic last Custom Adaptive Shape. Just like it sounds, the boot is heated to make the C.A.S. Components pliable and then the boots are custom molded to the wearer’s feet.
You’re now getting a first look at this new technology.
The first Tecnica product line for the outdoor market is called FORGE. Tecnica guides the development of FORGE and other, future products with three pillars:
DESIGN
A new and unique design approach that combines style with versatility. Our goal is to always ffer the best performing footwear in each category with an extremely versatile and visual appeal. Footwear that progressive outdoor enthusiasts will want to wear beyond their intended use.FIT
A revolutionary 360° t concept that offers great out-of-the box fit with Tecnica’s proprietary C.A.S. Technology, a complete, real time, in store customization solution. “The first shoe shaped for you.”VERSATILITY
All Tecnica footwear will do more. A progressive mindset will be used on the design of all our shoes to create products which can be used in a variety of activities, terrain and conditions.
C.A.S. consists of a footbed and upper. The footbed works in concert with the upper’ arch. The upper also features a customizable heal cup and ankle pads.
Additionally, Tecnica abandoned traditional tongue designs to introduce an innovative overlap collar.
Kevlar loops take the place of metal hardware to form the self locking lace design that doesn’t creep while moving.
Finally, the FORGE line features a triple density EVA midsole and Vibram Megagrip outsole.
Offered in Men’s and Women’s versions, there are two styles. Both are lined with Gore-tex, but one has a Nubuck leather face (FORGE) while the other is a high tenacity face fabric (FORGE S).
As you can see, in a edition to a custom fit, Tecnica also offers colors useful for tactical applications.
Due to the technical requirement of properly fitting and customizing the boots, they will initially, only be available at select brick and mortar retailers.
The FORGE line will be available starting February 2018.
This year marks the 75th anniversary of the legendary World War II battle Marine Raiders fought in Guadalcanal.

The MARSOC Foundation recently learned that several Marine Raiders from the “Greatest Generation” need financial assistance to reunite at the annual Marine Raiders Reunion in San Diego, CA.
These WW II heroes are over ninety-five years young and on fixed incomes. They need our assistance to offset the high cost of travel. Please help support bringing the World War II Marine Raiders together to mark the historic battle of “Bloody Ridge.”
There are three ways to get involved:
1. Make a donation to the MARSOC Foundation: marsocfoundation.org/donate
2. Send a tax deductible check to the MARSOC Foundation:
To donate by check, please make checks payable to:
MARSOC Foundation
PO Box 2018
Temecula, CA 92593-2018
3. Donate a weapon to the MARSOC Foundation Scottsdale, AZ Gun Club Charity auction scheduled for Friday 03 November, 2017
The MARSOC Foundation is a 501(c)(3), tax exempt, national non-profit charitable foundation. Tax ID # 45-2913544 (**Guidestar Platinum level non – profit charity member**)
The MARSOC Foundation hopes that leaders in the firearms can make a contribution to support this event or donate a weapon to our annual Scottsdale Gun Club charity auction for the MARSOC Foundation. Your contribution will help preserve the legacy of these great American Heroes and recognize their tremendous sacrifice for our Nation. They hope that you can get involved and assist them with this request.
Lastly, if any great Americans would like to attend a special event with the WW II Marine Raiders and the Marines and Sailors from 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Marine Raider Battalions, let me know. This year marks the 75th Anniversary of the Guadalcanal battle and the WW II Raiders will be celebrating this historic day with us! The 5w’s are below:
Who: Marine Raiders and distinguished guests
What: Annual Raider Reunion 1940’s themed dinner and entertainment
Where: Town and Country Hotel, 500 Hotel Circle N, San Diego, CA, 92108
When: Friday August 11th at 1800
Why: To celebrate the history and traditions of our Marine Raiders.
(Please RSVP back to me no later than 06 July)
E-mail: Andy Christian at achristian@marsocfoundation.org