SSD’s Minister of Propaganda is a former member of the IC and we back FirstSpear’s sentiment regarding the IC. It’s a dirty job but someone’s got to do it.
We Stand With FirstSpear In Support Of The Intelligence Community
December 10th, 2014UPDATED – SOMA – CTOMS – Temba Pack
December 10th, 2014The Temba Pack from CTOMS was designed for military assault climbers but is quite adaptable to a wide range of applications including use as a medical kit container. As you can see, the top loading basic pack has very clean lines with no snag hazards. A year in the making, Chris K has gone through seven iterations of the Temba to get here.
Constructed from a combination of MultiCam LiteLok with 4-way stretch Softshell side panels. The rear of the pack worn against the back is Drilux for comfort.
The top flap features a simple envelope style pocket with a removable daisy chain which can be accessed even with the zipper closed.
The top has a helmet retention fly feature, made from 4-way stretch.
The hooks for the removable helmet fly are inset on the lid in small garages.
It’s the little features that count. For instance, rather than using grommets, they’re using small burn holes for drainage.
The pack comes with three removable compression straps that can be used to really crank the load down within the pack.
The side pocket panel loading zippers along both sides incorporate backup split at SR Buckles. These side pockets also have hydration bladder hangers as well as a port hose.
The Temba pack gains its internal structure from strategically placed sheets of HDPE and foam along each side, at the rear and along the bottom. The foam panels in the side pockets can be used as a moldable splint. Additionally, if you pull the foam panels from the pack, they can be inserted into a sleeve that can be used as a rudimentary casualty insulator, or a sleeping pad. Since this sleeve is also a pocket, you can stuff leaves or pinestraw into it for additional insulation.
There are handles on all four edges of the back of the pack which also features the suspension. The pads are removable and can be replaced with a developmental pad sets that better accommodates the wearing of rear armor plates. There are also cable routing ports.
The bottom of the pack has a flat pocket that fits a new Sil Tarp for shelter building or other expedient uses.
One thing I love about the Temba is that you can remove the waist belt. It is padded and clips on, attaching at three separate points and can be released from any one of those points if you find yourself fouled in some way and need to jettison the pack. Additionally, the pack is configured to allow you to use a trouser or warbelt for the pack when used with Surface Mounted SR Buckles.
The shoulder straps, while simple to use, incorporate a lot of thought. To begin with, the removable sternum strap has a small, removable admin pouch with Velcro front.
The shoulder straps can be worn alone and are also compatible with CTOMS’ Pack to Armor Rapid Integration System which allows you to connect this pack directly to your armor carrier with quick donning and doffing capability. This really frees up the motion in your shoulders.
The entire inside of the Temba is Velcro compatible and will accept the pockets from CTOMS line of second line packs. Items such as the TRaCE kit will mount for easy access right to the top row of PALs webbing.
The Temba opens completely for full access to the contents. It opens so much that you can place a casualty into the bag and use it as a littler to extract a casualty by using the handles found inside both side pockets.
There are currently three piggyback panels available. The first is the Alpine panel which accepts a shovel, probe, crampons and two ice axes.
Next, is a PALS panel.
Finally, there’s an accessory pocket piggyback panel.
There’s also a pack cover in MultiCam Alpine pattern coming.
Update: here’s the cover.
Although CTOMS is a Canadian company, the Temba is Made in USA.
Learn more at www.ctoms.ca.
SOMA – Tribalco
December 10th, 2014In addition to the CASEVAC set issued to USSOCOM, Tribalco has also introduced several new, smaller, specialized kits. One example of this is the Trunk Kit.
Designed specifically for LE first responders to render basic aid, the Trunk Kit was modified from a sub kit in the CASEVAC system. This bag configuration includes stopping bleeding, CPR and and prevent hypothermia. While the IFAK will support one person, the Trunk Kit supports up to six patients. The overall form factor will Velcro into place in a trunk, hence the name. It opens fully to expose all of the contents which can be customized based on local protocols.
Think of the IFAK as small, Trunk Kit as Medium and for a Large medical kit, Tribalco offers a Mass Casualty Kit.
Jeff Gonzales Joins Alias Training & Security Services
December 10th, 2014Alias Training & Security Services has announced the addition of Jeff Gonzales of Trident Concepts, LLC to their instructor line-up. As a retired US Navy SEAL, Jeff brings years of experience with personal protection tactics and training to the Alias fold. Additionally, look forward to seeing Jeff’s experience and knowledge applied to our weekly ‘Gunfighter Moment’ segments in the coming weeks. The full release from Alias can be read below:
Alias Training & Security Services is very proud to announce the addition of Jeff Gonzales of Trident Concepts, LLC to our line-up of world-class instructors. Jeff needs no introduction to the training industry. He has been one of the most respected and sought after instructors in the world for well over ten years. Jeff will bring this experience and Naval Special Warfare background to enhance our line-up for classes starting in 2015.
Jeff Gonzales of Trident Concepts, LLC is a decorated and respected U.S. Navy SEAL who has worked in a variety of environments and capacities throughout the globe. He specializes in personal protection tactics and training for armed and unarmed conflicts. His motto is “Concepts that meet reality”. Jeff’s goal is not simply to train you, but to better prepare you for the worst-case scenario.
Link to Jeff’s Training Class Schedule: aliastraining.com
TNVC To Offer Night Defender Classes For 2015
December 10th, 2014
TNVC will be offering four night vision classes in 2015, under the title TNVC Night Defender. These courses will be hosted at Telluric Group’s indoor training facility located in Brunswick, GA.
Details:
TNVC Night Defender 1
Dates: Feb 7/8 – May 2/3 – Oct 10/11
Course topics:
TNVC Night Defender 2
Dates: Sep 5/6
Course topics:
– Shooting from cover
– Moving and Shooting
– Transitioning from rifle to pistol
For more info on the courses, please visit telluricgroup.com/nv-courses.
SOMA – Tribalco / Peke
December 10th, 2014Manufactured by Peke, the Tribalco Bio Containment Kit was developed to contain everything needed to enter into an austere gross bio contaminated environment to retrieve and isolate a casualty. Although, Peke makes other pod and suit models, this kit is specific for military use by Tribalco who also offers new equipment training during fielding.
The pod is designed to provide an isolated micro environment for treatment and living indefinitely but typically 24 hours. The pod itself is climate controlled and containing ports for medicine, food, and water in and waste out. It provides bilateral access to the patient. As you can see, it features clear panels for patient examination and management.
The full kit has all of the ancillary items needed for the extraction and isolation. This includes a new bio suit as well materials to deal with bio hazard waste associated with such threats as Ebola. Conversely, the pod can become a positive pressure system to protect burn patients during long transits.
The pod will fit on a NATO STD stretcher and accommodates up to 350 lbs and is 2.7 m in length. Peke also offers shorter models for pediatric use as well as longer versions.
SOMA – SOTech
December 9th, 2014SOMA isn’t just about military tactical medicine. It also showcases products and services for the LE and first responder community.
One example of this is SOTech. Back in 1999 they developed belt hanger with zapped Clip pouches for LE (left above). Earlier this year, they modified the system in order to allow the pouch to attach directly to the belt (center above) but they split the belt attachment in order to make it PALS compatible. Now, they’ve adapted this to a new pouch called the MAG-MED rig.
The MAG-MED rig is part of their MACTAC line which supports LE. This drop leg rig holds four magazines plus a full IFAK. Primarily focused on Active Shooter scenarios, the medical gear ingeniously sits in front of and below the magazines.
SOMA – Dustoff Medical
December 9th, 2014Every 18D makes his own Articulating Splint during the Q Course. Most, never see it again once the get to their ODA. Former 1st Group medic, Zak A took the concept and developed the Suspected Orthopedic Fracture Splint or SOF Splint.
Zack built the splint he wanted to use. It’s highly adaptable and can be applied to a wide number of orthopedic injuries. He sees it as a lighter alternative to other options. Made in the USA by SOTech and comes with a PALS compatible carrying case.
