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LBT Jumpable Packs

October 16th, 2013

There have a been a couple of packs that have come out over the years that have been specifically designed for use by airborne forces. The Enhanced Warfighter Jumpable Pack by London Bridge Trading Co is the latest and was created based on several requirements. First, they needed two models, a variant that was large enough for extended operations once the paratrooper hit the ground as well as a version to carry mortars. Additionally, they required an Integrated Single Point Release and leg loop stowage, Padded ESAPI Stowage for jumping and, last but not least, Berry Compliance.

LBT answered the call with the Enhanced Warfighter Jumpable Pack and the Enhanced Mortar Jump Pack. Both offer 4200 cu in of load carriage capacity with the Mortar model also capable of externally carrying a base plate. Both incorporate padded shoulder straps and waist belt and are Made in the USA.

As you can see, a single point release has been built into the bottom of the pack and is concealed via a zippered flap when not in use. Both the Enhanced Warfighter Jumpable Pack and the Enhanced Mortar Jump Pack have been airdrop certified by the Airborne and Special Operations Test Directorate.

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Hill People Gear – How About A Kryptek Highlander Tarahumara Pack?

October 16th, 2013

While Hill People Gear is accepting pre-orders for the Tarahumara in Kryptek Highlander, the run is not yet guaranteed. In fact, your pre-orders will take this project over the finish line.

For those of you unfamiliar with the Tarahumara, here are a couple of factoids:

Named after the famous tribe of runners in Mexico, the Tarahumara daypack is paired with an HPG harness to “stay right on you through all kinds of activities.” Like all HPG products, it is “just complex enough to solve the problem, but no more”.

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Grey Is The New Black

October 15th, 2013

This photo from Tactical Distributors reminds us that “Grey Is The New Black”.

1. Arcteryx Alpha jacket
2. Arcteryx Rho Pants
3. Salomon Speed Cross
4. Kuhl Slackr pant
5. Darn Tough Tactical Cool Max Padded Sock
6. Arcteryx Ball Ass Cap Wolf (TD exclusive)
7. Oakley Fuel Cell Cerakote Bone
8. TD Shooter Shirt
9. G-Shock GD-350-8
10. Arcteryx Khard 30
11. LBX iPad insert
12. LBX Medium Pouch (for camera)
13. LBX 3 pocket side sleeve

www.TacticalDistributors.com

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New Mobile App From Panteao Productions

October 15th, 2013

Columbia, SC, October 15, 2013 – Panteao is excited to announce the launch of a new mobile app providing subscribers with the full content of our streaming videos on their iPad. You can download the Panteao app from the Apple App Store for free.

Non-subscribers can watch the Panteao video trailers and pro-tips via the app. If you have a monthly or yearly subscription on the Panteao website, you will have access to all of the full length videos available on the Panteao website. Simply login with your website credentials to the mobile app.

The initial version of the mobile app is for the iPad. The next release will also cover the iPhone, followed shortly thereafter by a version for Android devices.

Direct link to Apple Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/panteao/id721801487?ls=1&mt=8

www.panteaoproductions.com/

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Canadian Military – Land Operations Temperate Boot

October 15th, 2013

Latest and Greatest from the Canadian Army’s quest to find a boot that doesn’t fall apart and tear up Soldier’s feet.

Kodiak Group Holdings of Cambridge ON were awarded 2 contracts, and L.P. Royer Inc. were awarded one contract to develop what is called the ‘Land Operations Temperate Boot’ which is intended to replace the in-service combat boots used by the Canadian Army; Mk III Combat Boot, General Purpose Boot, and Temperate Combat Boot.

Apparently, as part of the development process an initial appearance survey was conducted; The boots had to look aesthetically pleasing to the soldier. One boot has the Canadian Armed Forces emblem embroidered on its tongue, the other has rubber mesh panels covering CADPAT AR fabric uppers.

Currently, the 3 boots are undergoing user trials for fit, function, and durability. If each boot scores a +60% acceptance rate during user trials, it will likely be procured, with the aim that all 3 boots be available through the supply system. The idea is to have a family of boots available to the service member, which they can choose which specific model they want issued according to personal preference.

Soldier Systems Canadian correspondent Levesque

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Skallywag Tactical – Tactical Dagger And Skallywag Razor

October 15th, 2013

Skallywag Razor

The Skallywag Razor is CNC machined from a billet of CPM s35vn steel. Each Razor is hand ground, hardened, tempered, Cerakoted, laser etched, and hand sharpened in house. 3D machined G-10 scales make up the handle. It comes with a Boltaron sheath from Survival Sheath Systems or a Nylon sheath with snap retention and PALS webbing from HSGI.

Skallywag Tactical Dagger

The Skallywag Tactical Dagger is CNC machined from a billet of 440c stainless steel. Each dagger is hand ground, hardened, tempered, Cerakoted, laser etched, and hand sharpened in house. It comes with a Boltaron sheath from Survival Sheath Systems or a Nylon sheath with snap retention and PALS webbing from HSGI.

Here’s a video demonstrating the manufacturing process of the Tactical Dagger:

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The Latest Army Camo Story

October 15th, 2013

In case you took the weekend off, we published a story about US Army camo on Saturday. Go read it and catch up on what everyone is talking about.

Link To The Story

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Kopis Mobile – Networked Tactical Television

October 15th, 2013

I first saw the Networked Tactical Television (NTtv) system from Kopis Mobile at the ADS Warrior Expo East in July and it blew me away. NTtv is a completely COTS systems that turns your smart phone into a controller for the action cameras so many troops are mounting on their helmets and equipment. It is completely agonistic to the type of video camera or smart phone operating system (e.g. Blackberry, iOS, Android). Not only is it adaptable, it’s also scalable. The NTtv boxes set up their own WiFi mesh network or can connect to tactical 4G LTE networks and tactical wave relay radios. Kopis Mobile can put together a system to your specs and integrate their technology into gear you already have on hand. It’s amazing.

Here’s the standard description of the system:

Operators noticed that many action cameras (e.g. GoPro or Contour) were being carried downrange, and the rapid adoption of smartphones meant that video screens were available as well. The NTtv system links these two sets of COTS products – or any standard camera and smart device – to allow squad members to easily share video among themselves. With a small, inexpensive, rugged camera and convenient smartphone on hand, the addition of a lightweight NTtv box ties all of the squad together via an industry standard RTSP stream. A specialized NTtv app lets squad members easily flip through the ‘channels’. The minimal system footprint enables multiple uses of the same kit, so that a squad can migrate the camera from dismounted, to mobile, to fixed site surveillance while keeping every member abreast of the overall situational awareness.