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Warrior East – TYR Tactical Unveils Jungle Ruck

July 9th, 2015

TYR Tactical unveiled their award winning Jungle Ruck. The bag is made from 500D Cordura and the pack and frame together weigh in at 5.1 lbs.

   

Offering 2500 cu in of load carrying capacity, it incorprates PALS webbing along the back to attach additional pouches. The sides are slick to make it easier to get through brush and wait-a-minute vines. The pack also comes with accessory pouches including a mesh beavertail. You may notice a horizontal zipper about halfway down the side of the pack. In addition to being a flat pocket, it contains a hanger that can suspend optional, external pockets when needed.

 

The frame comes in 20 & 22 inch lengths and is made from aluminum and carbon fiber. TYR built 14 iterations of the frame, balancing weight and strength, in order to get to this version.

Make sure you check out the entire Huron pack line by downloading the 2015 catalog.

www.tyrtactical.com

Welcome to Warrior East 2015!

July 9th, 2015

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I had a chance to poke around yesterday and you are going to see a bunch of really cool stuff over the next two days. Enjoy!

Warrior East Sneak Peek – Outdoor Research Releases New Jungle Uniforms: Muzzle Brake & Breech

July 9th, 2015

Make sure you stop by OR’s booth in order to check out the new Muzzle Brake and Breech jungle uniforms available For order, starting today.

Both use OR’s Hybrid Mapped design technology and incorporate Insect Shield protection. The pocket are low profile in order to be used in conjunction with armor and packs. However, the Muzzle Brake is made from WL Gore’s new “jungle” fabric that we told you about during SOFIC, with knit stretch panels at the wrists, underarm, crotch and back yoke while the Breech is made from a stretchy spandex/nylon blend fabric reinforced with Superfabric at the elbows, knees and seat. Additionally, the Muzzle Brake is a more traditional blouse and trouser design whereas the Breech consists of a long sleeved shirt and trouser.  Both are currently available in MultiCam but I have also seen a MARPAT Woodland variant of the Muzzle Brake.  

Muzzle Brake

  

   
    
    
   

Breech

 

   

www.outdoorresearch.com/gov

Intelligent Armour – Great Book Contest

July 9th, 2015

IA Contest

Intelligent Armour is holding a contest through their Facebook page. Like their FB page and share the linked post to enter. The prizes consist of the following book packs:

Prize ONE:

“Close Protection” By Richard Aitch (Signed)
“First into Sangin” By Trevor Coult MC (Signed)
“Bodyguard” By Craig Summers (Signed)
“Surveillance Tradecraft” By Peter Jenkins (Signed)

Prize TWO:

“Close Protection” By Richard Aitch (Signed)
“Bodyguard” By Craig Summers (Signed)
“Surveillance Tradecraft” By Peter Jenkins (Signed)
“Spearhead Assault” By John Geddes (Signed)
“Highway to hell” By John Geddes (Signed)

The competition is open to all – Intelligent Armour will ship internationally.

Competition ends August 1st, 2015. Winners will be picked at random from those that have “Liked and Shared”. Winners names will be published on the Intelligent Armour Facebook page and they will be contacted for their shipping info.

To enter, visit: www.facebook.com/Intelligent.Armour

Carinthia Professional Introduction

July 9th, 2015

www.carinthia.eu/bags/de/shop/Militaerbekleidung/

It’s Art, Really

July 9th, 2015

Yesterday, I attended a panel at the Atlantic Council on the new novel, “Ghost Fleet” by PW Singer and August Cole which supposes a future conflict. This recruiting poster was created as part of the complimentary Art of World War III project also hosted by the Atlantic Council.

  
Chris Martin and Ben Mauro
“Make History”

All of the art can be seen at motherboard.vice.com/read/the-art-of-world-war-iii but this one reamins my favorite for a variety of reasons.

Tactical Tailor Tac Town Throwdown

July 8th, 2015

Tactical Tailor has announced their upcoming Tac Town Throwdown. Functioning as both a grand reopening of their retail store and a block party, the Tac Town Throwdown is sure to be a good time to be had by all.

The Tac Town Throwdown is taking place on August 13th from 1200-1800 at the TT retail store:

12715 Pacific Hwy SW
Lakewood, WA

Be there, if you can!

Facebook event page – www.facebook.com/events/789378681181967

www.tacticaltailor.com

Brownells AR .308/7.62 Magazines Are Now Available

July 8th, 2015

.308-7.62 Magazine

Montezuma, IOWA – Fans of .308-caliber AR-style rifles can now enjoy the same thing owners of standard Black Rifles have for 10 years — Brownells ultra-reliable magazines for their favorite firearm.

The Brownells .308/7.62 magazines fit DPMS-pattern or SR-25 style rifles, and hold up to 20 rounds of hard-hitting .308 /7.62×51 ammunition.

The new .308 magazine is the product of many years of research and lessons learned from the battle-proven Brownells .223/5.56mm magazines, which continue to serve U.S. Forces in combat theatres worldwide.

The magazines are constructed with the following features:

  • Straight-body design; easily fits into existing mag pouches and carriers
  • Durable, lightweight aluminum construction
  • Specially-designed follower offers ultra-dependable function and reliability
  • Stainless steel spring ensures positive feeding & corrosion resistance
  • Removable floorplate for easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Dry-film lubricated body provides smooth feeding
  • Anti-corrosion finish protects magazine from the elements
  • “We began manufacturing our own magazines more than 10 years ago,” said Brownells President/COO Matt Buckingham. “Our .223/5.56 magazines grew in popularity very quickly and eventually became standard-issue to the U.S. Military. It was great hearing from troops all over the world about how much they appreciate our magazines. So, we took the same concept and designed a 30-caliber magazine to meet the needs of the expanding AR-style .308/7.62×51 market. I’m certain customers will absolutely be impressed with the quality and reliability of these new mags.”

    In-stock and shipping now, the Brownells AR .308/7.62×51 magazines are listed as Brownells item #078-000-200, and are available at a retail price of $19.99.

    www.brownells.com/magazines/rifle-magazines/magazines/308-7-62-ar-20-round-magazine-prod71942