Thanks to Edgar Brothers for the share.
We All Know This Supply Guy
July 21st, 2015Mr Janky Speaks Out
July 20th, 2015Over the weekend we posted a story about trolls. While there was some pure gold in the comments, this one stood out head and shoulders above the rest. Mr Janky, we salute you!
It’s a shame that those of us that come to SSD for a daily industry update are continually subjected to the ramblings of the poser douche.
The poser douche knows everything about everything. He’s on the side of socialism when the rest of us are on the side capitalism.
He was never issued a specific weapon but he knows more about it than those who put thousands upon thousands of rounds through the one they were issued by Uncle Sam.
He’s also a manufacturing guru and knows the cost of labor and business.
The poser douche can spot a counterfeit or knock-off widget a mile away on FB or Instagram. He almost always calls them out online even if the company he defends knocked off the widget that’s been in the hands of real users for years.
The poser douche loves all of the JSOC buzz words and uses them extensively.
He’s also a textiles and fabrics expert and requests online that everyone hurry up to make products to support his needs (think Tiger Stripe webbing or something similarly unimportant).
The poser douche holds his gear/apparel to a higher standard and he loves this forum because he can show off his tactical-know-how-prowess (X course he attended with X instructor).
The poser douche is also very clever and sometimes just comments “+1” when a real user jumps in the conversation. Instant cred!
Cost is very important to the poser douche because he doesn’t get issued the cool guy stuff. It’s very likely that he combs eBay for used items (usually AOR camo stuff).
The poser douche usually name drops as a part of his vernacular. It may be his favorite instructor or his favorite tier 1 unit- these vary depending on world events or social media stature.
The poser douche can instantly identify other poser douches online. He usually calls them out with comments such as “cool story bro” or makes the casual “+1” when someone else legit calls them out.
Here’s to you, poser douche! May you fester in online anonymity!
-Mr Janky
Stuff I Like – Kuhl Strand Cap
July 20th, 2015Generally, if you see me wearing a hat, it’s a Kuhl Strand Cap modified with a Velcro pile patch embroidered with the SSD logo. I really like the fit of this runner-style cap which accommodates earpro quite nicely. Additionally, it’s easy to tighten the fit of the cap during high winds thanks to the cam buckle.
I’ve been wearing Kuhl caps for many years and they come in several models including the Strand, Uberkuhl, softshell Renegade and new Renegade. Kuhl alos offers Women’s models. They are available in a variety of colors which change through the seasons so you’ll need to check their site for availability.
High Speed Gear – Double & Triple Pistol TACOs
July 20th, 2015New TACO flavors from High Speed Gear.
NORTH CAROLINA – 20JUL2015 – Since the launch of the first rifle TACO in 2009, the TACO family of pouches has been a proven performer and continues to show tremendous popularity in the law enforcement and military markets worldwide. The lengthy list of top tier operators includes US and allied special forces; 100’s of federal agencies, state, and local tactical units. Because of the continued success of these pouches, they are often imitated, but no one other than High Speed Gear can provide you with the unique combination of materials that results in the complete, high performance solution that the TACO line provides.
High Speed Gear is proud to release The DOUBLE & TRIPLE PISTOL TACOs! Both of these pouches are made of a proprietary Cordura laminate, injection molded polymer brackets, and shock cord. These pouches will securely hold two or three pistol magazines, flashlights, or any combination of similar vital tools. In addition to providing a pouch that adjusts to the size of your magazine, the patent pending design allows for positive, adjustable retention, rapid deployment, and easy, consistent magazine reinsertion. The DOUBLE & TRIPLE PISTOL TACOs are available NOW in MOLLE and Belt Mountable versions. Made 100% in the USA, Battle Proven Tactical Nylon Gear.
Double Pistol TACO® video – www.youtube.com/watch?v=AH_mDCSOkrk
Triple Pistol TACO® video – www.youtube.com/watch?v=laewLL_cDb8
For more information visit: www.highspeedgear.com
2015 CT SWAT Challenge Preview
July 20th, 2015It’s less than a month from the 2015 Connecticut SWAT Challenge, August 18-20.
2015 CT Swat Challenge Preview from Anthony Miele on Vimeo.
VSS – Small Unit Leader’s Operational Planning Guide
July 20th, 2015
This handy pocket guide by Special Forces Veterans Jeff Kirkham and Erik Lawrence includes the most common operations planning and execution templates. Naturally, it features Troop Leading Procedures and various mission orders formats including annexes. There are also Medevac and Call for Fire formats.
shop.vig-sec.com/product/small-unit-leader-op-planning-guide
Army Seeking Soldier Input for Proposed Uniform Changes
July 20th, 2015Soldiers should begin seeing emails soliciting their input on several proposed uniform changes including female Drill Sergeant headgear and a return of the ‘Ike’ Jacket.
Emails will direct Soldiers to an online survey where they’ll provide feedback on the future of gender-specific headgear for Drill Sergeants. Originally adopted in 1972, the Tan Bush-Style Female Drill Sergeant Hat was transitioned to a Green color in 1983 to better fit in with the Woodland Battle Dress uniform which was beginning to enter service. The Army seeks opinions on whether it should scrap the Female version and adopt the Brown Campaign Hat currently worn by Male Drill Sergeants for use by both. The Campaign Hat is a distinctive design steeped in Army history and it’s not hard to see this change being implemented.
The Army is also considering the development of a gender-neutral Service Cap more commonly referred to as the ‘Bus Driver Cap’. Such a move would take the Female Service Hat out of the inventory. The Male Service Cap features a wide bill, while the Female version has a raised brim on either side. A new common version would resemble the current Male Cap with slight modifications. Concurrently, there is a proposal to make the Service Cap mandatory headgear, rather than the Black beret, with the ASU for senior NCOs and above.
The most popular item on the survey was proposed by Sergeant Major of the Army Dan Dailey after visiting several Posts. Soldiers want to wear Black socks with the new PT uniform. Considering the new uniform’s Black dominant color scheme, this is a no-brainer.
Also suggested by SMA Dailey is something a little more controversial which is an optional wear “Eisenhower jacket” to be added as a more appropriate indoor alternative to the black windbreaker jacket. Although named for President Dwight D. Eisenhower, the waist length jacket actually entered service in the late-1930s. While it is a great heritage item, it isn’t very flattering for some body types. Of course, there’s a Cardigan Sweater, so why not an Ike Jacket?
Tactical Pro Shop – Blue Lives Matter Patch
July 20th, 2015
The Blue Lives Matter patch, designed by and available exclusively from Tactical Pro Shop, is made of PVC with a Velcro hook backing. The patch features a design honoring all Law Enforcement Officers. Half of the profit from these patches is being donated to COPS – Concerns of Police Survivors, a highly-rated 501(c) charity.
www.tacticalproshop.com/product_p/em-tps-blm
