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Blue Force Gear Licenses Helium Whisper to Mayflower

February 19th, 2013

Blue Force Gear just announced that they have licensed the Helium Whisper technology to Mayflower Research and Consulting, LLC.

SAVANNAH, GA—February 19, 2012—Blue Force Gear® announced today that they will provide their weight-slashing Helium Whisper™ pouch attachment system to Mayflower Research & Consulting. Mayflower joins the growing number of adoptees for Blue Force Gear’s Patent pending Helium Whisper and this technology will enhance the products they currently provide to elite users. Mayflower anticipates full stock of their pouches with Helium Whisper backers in approximately 45 days.

“Mayflower Research & Consulting is proud to be working with Blue Force Gear moving forward with a great addition to our product lineup. Blue Force Gear has made a giant leap forward in removing weight off of the warfighter’s back and we see it as a natural compliment to our philosophy of building products for the military athlete,” said Travis Rolph, Mayflower’s CEO.

“Quiet professionals know Mayflower to be a forward-thinking company and we have the highest respect for Travis and his team,” said Ashley Burnsed, Blue Force Gear’s CEO. “We look forward to helping them improve the comfort, speed, and survivability of their customers with Helium Whisper.”

Helium Whisper allows modular pouch backs to be constructed from a single piece of high-performance laminate versus the multiple straps and snaps of outdated designs. This amazing breakthrough increases strength and durability of pouches while eliminating failure points and reducing weight by up to 60 percent. Helium Whisper licensing allows OEM customers to reduce sewing costs, minimize alignment errors, maintain or increase durability, and stay relevant to today’s weight-conscious military customers.

Tags: Blue Force Gear, Helium Whisper, Mayflower Research and Consulting LLC
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Stand By For An Important Announcement From S&S Precision

February 19th, 2013

Tags: IWA, S&S Precision
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Extreme Outfitters to Give Away PMAGs on Facebook

February 19th, 2013

Here is a chance for SSD readers to win 5 PMAGS. The only rules are that you must like the Extreme Outfitters Facebook page as well as Patriot Training and Consulting’s page.

Patriot Training has already reached their goal and more. When Extreme hits 7,500 they will give away 4 PMAGS with window and 1 PMAG without window to the lucky winner.

Also, Extreme Outfitters just received a shipment of Nike Pro Combat Apparel which has been difficult to find online.

www.extremeoutfitters.us/search.aspx?find=nike+pro+combat

Tags: Extreme Outfitters, Nike, Patriot Training and Consulting
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Colorado Anti-Gun Politicians Think Magpul is Bluffing

February 19th, 2013

As you’ve probably heard, the Colorado legislature is hell bent for leather to pass anti-gun language that will result in, among other things, make it illegal to own so-called “High Capacity Magazines” such as the PMAG manufactured by Magpul Industries. Coincidentally, Magpul happens to be headquartered in Eerie, Colorado and this new law, if enacted would also make it illegal to manufacture 20 and 30 round magazines.

As you can imagine, Magpul Industries isn’t taking this sitting down and explained that any such denial of Coloradans’ Second Amendment rights will result in their leaving Colorado. Those same politicians who are sponsoring this restrictive legislation think that Magpul is bluffing. It seems that saying things you don’t mean is so normal for these guys that they can’t imagine anyone actually following through with their word. In response to their disbelief, Magpul posted this statement yesterday on their Facebook wall.

We’re hearing some rumors that the Gov and the Dem caucus think we are bluffing. Just to clarify for them, then…we’re not a political company. We dont play political games. We’ve made our position very clear, very publicly. We would not survive lying to our customer base, nor would we ever consider it. If you pass this, we will leave, and you will own it. We’ve already got plans in place to get PMAG manufacturing moved rapidly, and the rest of the company will follow. We will make sure to at least have a small remain-behind operation through the 2014 elections so that we can remind folks why we are gone.

This isn’t over yet. Please see this story to find out how you can help stop this ridiculous notion before it becomes the law of Colorado.

www.Magpul.com

Tags: Colorado, Magpul
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March to the Top

February 18th, 2013

Last Summer we told you about the True Patriot Love Foundation’s March to the Top of the Himalayas with 12 wounded Canadian Soldiers. They had completed their ascent in October and were sponsored by Arc’teryx LEAF. CBC made a documentary about the trip. If you didn’t catch it last night, make sure to tune in to the CBC documentary “March to the Top” this evening.

Monday, February 18th, on CBC (8pm EST).

Tags: Canada, True Patriot Love Foundation
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First Look at Team Wendy EXFIL Carbon Fiber Bump Helmet in MultiCam

February 18th, 2013

Team Wendy is now offering MultiCam dipped EXFIL Bump Helmets and Tactical Night Vision Company is giving us a first look. Featuring an entirely new suspension/padding system that minimizes the use of foam, any energy from a strike is dissipated through a combination of a crown sling and buckling zones. In fact, this helmet’s liner technology was developed specifically in support of Natick’s Heads Up program. It also incorporates the Boa lacing system found on ski boots for a custom fit. Additionally, the EXFIL comes with a skeletonized Wilcox VAS shroud and rail system with integrated T-slots.

The MultiCam variant will join the Tan and Black versions on TNVC’s website later this week.

tnvc.com/shop/team-wendy-exfil-tactical-bump-helmet

Tags: Tam Wendy, TNVC
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Reaper Outdoors Season 2 Premiers April 1st

February 18th, 2013

I stopped by Tidewater Tactical today to meet with Navy SEAL Master Chief Ron “Reaper01” Bellan host of Reaper Outdoors – Survive the Hunt. We spoke about the premier of Season 2 coming 1April on the Pursuit Channel (check local listings).

Ron offered to show us a real gem. He is introducing a full Berry Compliant Tactical Hunting Vest (THV). Why a tactical hunting vest you might ask? Well then, you haven’t seen Ron in action. Make sure you watch Reaper Outdoors so you can get an idea of what we are talking about. The THV is based on a MOLLE-style chest rig design and offers nine purpose built pouches for hunting including Bow, Rifle and Shotgun specific items. Look for a full story soon.

Additionally, Reaper Outdoors is involved with the Special Operations Wounded Warrior Hunts which help our Nation’s wounded special operators recover through rehabilitative hunting and other outdoor activities. Look for details on their next hunt via live updates this week on www.facebook.com/teamreaper.

To learn more visit www.ReaperOutdoors.com

Tags: Reaper Outdoors, Tidewater Tactical
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Happy Presidents Day

February 18th, 2013

While Presidents Day was originally established in 1885 in recognition of President George Washington, it is now popularly viewed as a day to celebrate all U.S. presidents – past and present.

President George H.W. Bush, front, rides in a Humvee with with U.S. Army Gen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf, commander of U.S. Central Command during a visit to troops in Saudi Arabia on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 22, 1990. (The White House photo by David Valdez)

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