In Spring 2017, Metolius will release their Belay Glasses which incorporate a prism to reduce neck strain on the person on belay. They can be worn over other eyewear.
Metolius Belay Glasses
October 7th, 2016AUSA – Oxx Coffeebox
October 7th, 2016Most everyone appreciates a cup of coffee in the morning. Doubly so when in the field. During Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2015, we saw the Oxx Coffeebox. During my discoursing with the creator, I suggested he check out the military market. At this week’s AUSA, there he was. Coffee and Soldiers are like peas and carrots.
The 120v Coffeebox is the world’s first ruggedized coffeemaker. It is K-cup compatible and brews a hot cup of coffee in 90 seconds. Designed for use in rigged environments, it’s crush proof as well as impact, water and dust resistant.
They’ve even introduced a Tan version. Military discounts available.
LBT Inc – Multicam Black Limited Release
October 7th, 2016
LBT Inc releases a few products for the first time ever in Multicam Black for a limited time only, the lineup includes a Large Wheeled Load-Out bag along with a few fan favorites like the LBT-1476A 3 Day Assault pack and the LBT-9022B-T Blow Out pouch. Take advantage of the introductory pricing now through Tuesday the 11th.
AUSA – Unifire Introduces ShieldX Elemental Gear
October 7th, 2016TLS vendor Unifire displayed their new ShieldX line at both Modern Day Marine and AUSA. ShieldX is powered by X-STATIC which is a silver based antimicrobial to inhibit odor causing bacteria. The fabric itself is is moisture wicking and fast drying with a soft hand for comfort. Offered in Men’s and Women’s styles, the underlayers are FR (ASTM F1506), Arc Rated and Anti-Static (EN1149-5).
The line includes Underlayers, Socks and Linen. The linen would be great for deployments to austere environments where you can’t get things washed as often as you’d like.
In the case of the socks, there are cotton, Coolmax, Merino and FR blends in several colors.
ShieldXgear is available for unit and agency orders though Unifire.
AUSA – LWRC International CSASS
October 7th, 2016Although LWRC International didn’t submit a candidate for the US Army’s Compact Semi Automatic Sniper System solicitation, they did develop one. This is their solution.
Obviously, this 12″ gun is chambered in 7.62 NATO. Now get this, it has a 20 position gas block. You should be able to run just about any ammo, suppressed or unsuppressed. It’s a monoforged upper receiver with an LWRCi NiCorr treated spiral fluted barrel. The CSASS comes standard with LWRCi Skirmish Back-Up Iron Sights. The lower is fully ambidextrous including bolt catch and release, magazine release and selector lever. The trigger is a Geissele SSA Two-Stage Precision model.
NW Shooting Sports Expo becomes TRIGGRCON – Tactical Research Innovation Guns and Gear Review Convention
October 7th, 2016After the hugely successful inaugural year of the NWSSE with 4000 registered attendees and nearly 80 vendors, the most frequently asked question was about its future.
With all of the positive feedback we received during the show, we’re not at all surprised that all of the vendors we’ve contacted that were in attendance this year have already recommitted for 2017 such as; Mega Arms, Vortex Optics, Falkor Defense, Agency Arms, Battle Arms, Noveske to name a few. We will also be welcoming AXTS Weapons, Phase 5 and many new participating manufacturers for 2017.
We will be changing the name from NWSSE to TRIGGRCON (Tactical Research Innovation Guns and Gear Review Convention) to better reflect the atmosphere and purpose of the event. TRIGGRCON is an exclusive selection of the top, innovative small arms companies and auxiliary manufacturers showcasing their new products and accessories. Manufacturer selection will be by invitation only and limited to an intimate number not to exceed 150 companies. There will be a media range day for live fire demonstrations and show times that are reserved strictly for media. TRIGGRCON is also open to the general public during all other show times so enthusiasts can have direct access to the elite manufacturers that participate in the show.
For 2017 and its immediate future, the convention location will be in Tacoma Washington. However, we are exploring possibilities for other cities for possible expansion.
Key Points
New product showcase from the top innovative companies in the small arms space
Intimate exclusive list of manufactures by invitation only
Open to the public
Media events throughout the show
For more information, please visit
www.triggrcon.com
www.facebook.com/triggrcon
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October 7th, 2016
South African Motorcycle Club
FirstSpear Friday Focus – Comms Pack Available In Grey
October 7th, 2016This week, we take another look at the Comm Pack as the ripstop Grey is back in stock. Now, you can be the Grey RTO.
The FS Communications Pack is available in two sizes with both identical in features. The Medium sized model offers 980 cu in of capacity and the Large model is 1800 cu in capacity.
Based off of the popular Exigent Circumstance Pack, the Comm Pack offers a decidedly urban styling in order to help mask its true role. The zippered main compartment offers ample storage for a wide variety of communications devices or other equipment and the cable access ports are discreetly located. Inside, there’s a padded laptop sleeve and zippered mesh pocket.
The pack incorporates padded shoulder straps with QR buckles as well as a low profile, padded haul loop handle at the top of the pack. The mesh, padded back of the pack offers the distinctive FirstSpear logo stitched design but don’t worry, it’s going to be against your back while your wearing it. Each side of the pack features a mesh pocket for water bottles or other items. There is also an exterior, beavertail-style flap with dual zippered compartments for quick storage. Additionally, there is a flat zippered pocket at the front of the pack under the flap.
The Comms Pack is available in Black, Blue/Silver, Ranger Green/Coyote and the Ripstop Light Grey featured here.
Get your Comm Pack at www.first-spear.com.
First-Spear is also offering a BOGO on their Bamboo Shirts which are oh so comfortable. Buy any Bamboo Shirt and get a second half off.
