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October 22nd, 2015Chase Tactical – Warrior Wednesday – Warrior Assault Systems RAPTOR Plate Carrier
October 21st, 2015
The Warrior Assault Systems RAPTOR Plate Carrier was developed with input from UK Special Operations Units and is based off the SPEAR/BALCS Cut armor. The RAPTOR allows excellent armor coverage while allowing all important movement and mobility.
The Raptor has a unique quick release patent Pending system which allows the rig to be adjusted while being worn by the user. In addition the Pull Release (left or right handed installation) is securely located in the front shoulder section and does not interfere with day to day user operations.
The interior of the RAPTOR is lined with 4 mm 3D Spacer Mesh Fabric which allows air to circulate around the body for cooling. The 3D spacer mesh fabric also provides enhanced comfort particularly during prolonged periods of operational use.
The RAPTOR has a split front opening flap which allows quick and easy access when the front of the rig is loaded with pouches.
The RAPTOR Plate Carrier is currently available in MultiCam, Coyote, Black, and OD Green and comes in two sizes.
All Warrior Assault Systems products are made from genuine U.S. Mil Spec materials and hardware. Warrior Assault Systems is a UK based company.
Interested in carrying the Warrior Assault Systems product line? Click on the following link www.chasetactical.com/become-a-dealer or email Support@ChaseTactical.com.
Bastion – Minimalist PU Leather Wallet
October 21st, 2015
The Minimalist PU Leather Wallet is part of Bastion’s ‘EDC Gentleman’s Gear’ line. Made of high-grade PU leather, the Minimalist Wallet features two pockets on the front and one in the back.
Available in Black, Blue, and Grey.
www.magplates.com/BASTION-MINIMALIST-PU-LEATHER-WALLET-p/mnmlstwllt
U.S. Elite – PC-Run-Wild in Silicon Valley – You Call That a Knife?!?
October 21st, 2015
Steve Keefer, CEO of U.S. Elite, recently wrote a blog post detailing how several Silicon Valley companies, including Google and PayPal, have negatively impacted U.S. Elite’s web presence by denying advertising and payment services due to their sale of knives. The opening paragraph can be read below:
This is one man’s perspective on what I’ll call ‘PC-run-wild’ in Silicon Valley. My company has had to stop selling knives, which were an important part of our business. This did not happen because we’re bad at selling knives, or violated any laws, or acted in any way less than the high standards to which we hold ourselves. Simply put, it seems the powers that be in Silicon Valley have decided that small businesses should not be selling knives online. As a mini-David against Goliaths like Google, Facebook, Twitter and PayPal, I don’t have a lot of rational options other than to just vent and share my story with you.
You can read the rest of the post at blog.us-elitegear.com/blog/2015/10/1/forced-out-of-the-knife-business-pc-run-wild-in-silicon-valley.
Team Breakthrough Clean’s Kolby Pavlock Cleans Out The Competition At The NSSF Rimfire Challenge World Championships
October 21st, 2015
October 19th, 2015: Breakthrough Clean Technologies, is proud to announce Team Breakthrough shooter Kolby Pavlock’s win at the NSSF Rimfire Challenge World Championships. Young shooter Kolby Pavlock was able to secure a World Champion title while at the Rimfire Challenge event. Kolby (16 years old) has been shattering records and expectations all throughout his very short career, balancing school and an aggressive competition schedule is not easy for this future pro shooter. With matches like Berry’s Steel Open, Oregon State USPSA Championships, Idaho State USPSA Championships, and winning Overall Champion at the NSSF Northwest Rimfire Challenge it’s amazing that this young shooter still manages to hold a high grade point average.
“Kolby is a shining example of why we (as an industry) must invest in these young ambassadors. They will be the next generation of stewards for our sport, our industry, and our voice. Team Breakthrough Clean is proud of Kolby’s achievements, and his most recent World Championship win. We look forward to seeing what Kolby will do next.” says Gabriel Cabrera, Marketing Director for Breakthrough Clean Technologies.
Breakthrough Clean Technologies also partnered with the NSSF to become a title sponsor for the NSSF Rimfire Challenge World Championship. This ensured that every shooter knew the benefits of what true forward thinking cleaning technology has to offer.
For more information on Team Breakthrough Clean visit: www.breakthroughclean.com/sponsored-shooters
USMC Snipers Select Mystery Ranch Packs
October 21st, 2015 
MYSTERY RANCH has been selected by Marine Corps Systems Command to provide their Overload pack for the Scout Snipers. The Overload pack is a unique carry system designed to securely transport all manner of crew-served weapons. Based on the carbon-fiber NICE frame, the pack folds away from the frame allowing weapons, etc to be attached close to the user’s back. Weapons are secured cross-carry, which allows for protection of a weapon’s optic while being transported and also helps conceal the sniper’s rifle from observation. Additionally, the pack can extend further to transport mortars, Pelican cases, ammo cans or larger gear.
“It’s great to see this come full circle for the Overload pack –its design began with the Scout Snipers. I’m proud that we’re able to help them be more combat effective.” said Kent Orms, Director of Gov’t Programs for MYSTERY RANCH.
The MYSTERY RANCH Overload has previous success with the Marine Corps; it and the 3-Day Assault pack have been the main issue packs for MARSOC since 2013.
www.mysteryranch.com/nice-overload-3zip-bvs-pack
High Angle Solutions – CTOMS – TRACE System Training
October 21st, 2015
When we first development TRACE Systems we realized that if traditional rigging rules were applied, it could create unsafe conditions. For example, if you tie a knot in a rope that’s been cycled 100 times, the strength reduction of the rope comes quite close to the load limiting slip force of a wet well used rope, risking catastrophic failure should dynamic force be applied to it. There is a rule with TRACE Systems of no knots (with certain exceptions), however this is contrary to common rigging practices.
Additionally, TRACE Systems is not cheap, and because of that, we feared that in an effort to try to save money, some end users may try to use different rope, even 6mm accessory cord in the devices. Testing has proven catastrophic failures at very low forces with alternate ropes (see: privatebloggins.ca).
We had to come up with a means to provide training to end users of the kits that was accessible and cost effective.
Using our online Learning Management System (LMS), we built a course that is accessible anywhere you have an internet connection. Access to the course now comes with the purchase of every TRACE Systems Kit that contains a QD and rope.
This basic online course allows the end user to work through and learn the safe basic use of TRACE Systems at their own time and pace.
The online course covers a basic physics review, the differences in traditional and TRACE Systems, in depth details about the rope and devices, including inspecting them for serviceability, testing videos including with third party components and sharp edge falls, and instructions on how to rappel, ascend, lower and haul.
CTOMS is currently working on 3 advanced modules: Alpine, Climbing and Rescue which will require mandatory practical training from CTOMS or one of their Authorized TRACE Systems Training Providers to follow the online content.
High Angle Solutions is a weekly feature by DMM and CTOMS.
Combat Flip Flops Raises Awareness For Veteran Suicide With #22ADAYCHALLENGE
October 20th, 2015
Twenty-two veterans commit suicide everyday. For the men and women who have sacrificed so much for our country, one is too many, let alone twenty-two. In an effort to elevate the social conversation around veteran suicide, while also de-stigmatizing PTSD, and reframing the benefits of yoga and meditation, Combat Flip Flops and nearly 20 other veteran and non-veteran owned businesses are joining MalaforVets’ #22adaychallenge.
MalaforVets was established in 2012 by Air Force veteran, Defense Information School instructor, and combat correspondent Chris Eder. Chris began practicing yoga in 1999 and started teaching in 2007. Through yoga, Chris found enormous benefits to his mental, spiritual, and physical capabilities and has made it his mission to share these experiences with other veterans. He teaches several yoga classes each week and offers free classes to vets using the Mindful Yoga Therapy principals.
The goal of the #22adaychallenge is to raise awareness and funds for Save A Warrior and Mindful Yoga Therapy. Participants are encouraged to post an image on Instagram of them doing the daily pose with the #22adaychallenge hashtag. Each day, a random person participating will be selected to win a prize from one of the veteran-owned sponsors. The campaign will run Nov. 1-22, 2015.
“Post military, I had a hard time staying in shape because I wasn’t being paid to work out every day,” said Matthew ‘Griff’ Griffin, former Ranger and CEO/Co-Founder of Combat Flip Flops. “After a motorcycle accident, I was introduced to yoga as a non-impact, balanced form of recovery. It has since been a core part of my workout program because it travels well, provides mental breaks, and a stellar workout. When Chris contacted Combat Flip Flops regarding participation in the #22aDayChallenge, we thought it would be a great way to bring together the local community, introduce veterans to yoga, and create bonds through communal suffering.”
During the challenge, Combat Flip Flops will be sponsoring daily free yoga classes for veterans with veteran-owned, Uphill Running in Issaquah, WA. Non-veterans and family members are welcome to participate with a donation to Save A Warrior Foundation, Mindful Yoga Therapy Foundation, or The Station Foundation.
Additional yoga studios across the country participating include:
Current veteran-owned sponsors include Combat Flip Flops, Nine Line Apparel, Malaforvets, Free Meditation Bench, Buddhist Boot Camp, Webers Wood Creation, 22 Veterans Apparel, Blooming Lotus, Heather’s Treasures, Knot Geek, Cordium Clothing, Yoga Joes, The Sox Box, Fractal 9, and Yoga Warrior Renew. Additional sponsors include Brogamat, Yoga for Men, Bhujang Style, and Kira Grace. Be on the lookout for daily prizes from these brands.
For more information, please visit www.malaforvets.org/22adaychallenge, follow on Instagram at instagram.com/malaforvets, or email Chris Eder at malaforvets@gmail.com.
