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Kyle Defoor published a 10-part series on shooting in the cold. In particular, he concentrates on clothing system selection.
My experience operating in the cold started in the military both in training and real world. I’ve worked in -25 up to just below freezing for long stretches (days not hours) of time. When I came into the military there was not a lot of good gear to be had. This changed later with consulting from Mark Twight via Natick Labs. Today we have more quality choices from more manufacturers but there is also more confusion in some areas. Hopefully this series of articles will help out those who are looking to buy quality gear for training in the elements for extended duration.
While you’re reading remember that exposure time is a major factor. A lot of students I see miss this important fact when showing up to a class. This happens with our military contracts too. I’ve heard comments early on about how we (instructors) are overdressed or that they (student) “don’t get cold”, “I’m from the North”, “I’m used to it”, etc. Somewhere around the hour mark completely exposed with no break is where most people realize basing your needs for shooting and training in the cold on the jacket you go get the mail in or take the dog for a walk with was a huge mistake.
Lastly, physical conditioning plays a huge role in staying warm. This mostly concerns circulation and over very long stretches, metabolism. Bottom line is the better shape your in both cardio wise and strength wise the easier your body can adapt to an unusual environment. I’ll leave you with the words of the Norwegians who’ve been training and shooting in cold conditions a long time arguably as good as anyone- “there is no bad weather, only bad gear”.
This is part 1, but the others can be found at kyledefoor.tumblr.com.
Named after the capital of Smith & Bradley’s home state of Illinois, the Springfield is based on a class of watches that have been found on men’s wrists for more than a century.
Specifications:
-Swiss Ronda Quartz Movement
-C-3 Superluminova Hands
-Domed Sapphire Crystal
-10 ATM Water Resistance
-316-L Stainless Steel case and case back
-Enlarged Crown
-12 and 24 hour markings
-20 mm Lugs
www.smithbradleyltd.com/collections/the-field-collection
Shellback Tactical’s new Patriot Plate Carrier is currently available for pre-order. The Patriot is based on the same frame design as the Banshee plate carrier, and is designed as a lightweight, low-profile carrier for use with Law Enforcement in High Threat active shooter scenarios, Multi-Assault Counter Terrorism Action Capabilities, and Counter Terrorism Direct Actions.
There’s also some news regarding the original Banshee plate carrier: Shellback has updated the Banshee in Multicam to now have matching Multicam webbing. Also all New Banshee’s coming out of production now allow the drag handles to be secured down with loop.
Additionally, Shellback Tactical has provided a discount code exclusively for SSD readers. Use code SSD10 to take 10% off any order site wide.
Generally, when you hear “The check is in the mail” it’s about as reliable as “it’s only a cold sore” or “just the tip.” But this time, it’s true. Earlier today, those who sent in the earliest of the EOTech Holographic Weapon Sights for refund came home to an envelope containing a check. Who has received theirs?
Thanks NH!
Night Fighters is a new series of short films produced by TNVC, and directed by SilentR Productions. In their own words, Warfighters and Armed Professionals discuss the role of low-light / no-light operations on today’s and future battlefields as well as the importance of leading the fight and staying ahead of the opposition as technology evolves.
This PDW catch, which debuted at SHOT Show, is a collaboration between High Threat Concealment and Troy Industries.
Coming soon.
