I hadn’t seen one of these in quite awhile. Invictus Alliance Group put this photo up on their Facebook page. Any of you guys know what it is and what it’s used for? No peeking at the Invictus Facebook page.
TYR Tactical Pico MV with X-Frame
June 10th, 2012
TYR Tactical has added the Pico MV to their website. It is their lightweight Pico design but built to accept MBAV cut armor. But, notice the photo above. At the shooter’s back you can clearly discern two straps running under the armor to the Brocos belt. These are actually components of TYR’s new X-frame, designed to support the weight of the armor on the belt.
Here, you can see how armor protection can be scaled up or down to meet the threat.
To learn more, visit www.tyrtactical.com.
Win a Pair of Combat Flip Flops Every Week
June 10th, 2012
In preparation for the delivery of the first run of Combat Flip Flops, they’re offering CFF Facebook Fans the ability to win flops from this initial run. Here’s how to win:
1) Click this link to buy CFF Stickers. Buy one. Buy five. Buy as many as you want. Stickers will be free to service members serving abroad with delivery to an APO address. Servicemembers use coupon code APOSTICKER at checkout.
combatflipflops.com/index.php/grenade.html
2) Upon receipt of stickers, tag and photograph something that embodies the motto, “Bad for Running, Worse for Fighting.”
3) Post your photo on the CFF Facebook page by 1800 PST every Sunday. The photo with the most votes by the following Friday at 1800 PST wins a set of Combat Flip Flops from the first run.
Fine Print: You or your friends must “like” them on Facebook to count as an entry or a vote. Please refrain from posting anything with nudity, graphic violence, or anything you wouldn’t want your mom to see or destructive to somebody else’s property.
Norotos INVG Mount
June 10th, 2012We’ve written several times about Norotos and their Improved Night Vision Goggle Mount and Dual Dovetail Adapter. This video we ran across is pretty good but ya gotta love the look on the guy’s face.
Company Commander
June 10th, 2012
‘Company Commander’ is a new book on the British experience at war in Afghanistan. Penned by Major Russell Lewis, MC the book recounts his 6-month rotation at the helm of a company of the Parachute Regiment near Sangin, Afghanistan. After his tour he was awarded the Military Cross. His citation reads in part, “Resolute in defence, tenacious and courageous in attack, Lewis has set an outstanding example to B Company at significant personal risk and has been an inspiration to all ranks.”
Get your copy from www.amazon.co.uk
DuPont Buys Tensylon from BAE and Invests in Nanocomp
June 10th, 2012On Friday, BAE announced DuPont’s intent to purchase the Tensylon unit from them for $18 million in cash. Tensylon is a ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene ballistic material used in vehicle armor applications. BAE said it expected the sale to close in the third quarter of 2012.
Additionally, BAE is forming a financial and strategic development relationship with Nanocomp Technologies, Inc by making a minority share investment in the Nano Carbon Tube developer. NCTs have a wide variety of applications but in particular have shown great promise in armor use. Under terms of the deal, DuPont gains exclusive rights to Nanocomp developed technologies for use in armor protection and aerospace structures.
Sneak Peek – Arc’teryx Luggage
June 9th, 2012
Before I headed over to the Blade Show I stopped by Über Group. They are an Atlata-based rep group for several outdoor brands which includes Arc’teryx. Having recently returned from the Spring sales meeting their space had just transformed, showcasing the Spring 2013 collection. One thing immediately caught my eye, luggage. Offered in 3 sizes, Ci (70l), ICO (50l) and CO (40l), the Covert series is manufactured from a combination of 500D Cordura and Burly double weave.
These are duffel-style bags with stowable shoulder straps for backpack carry. You may notice a green and a black variant. The actual color names are Utility Green and Carbon Copy. The Utility Green is more green than Crocodile.
One of the coolest things about the Covert luggage series is the interior. It’s a light color in order to see what’s inside, but it also incorporates the iconic Arc’teryx logo.
Coming Spring 2013 from Arc’teryx.
BSA Introduces SAR Merit Badge
June 9th, 2012
The Boy Scouts of America recently announced the creation of a Search and Rescue merit badge. Appropriately enough, they made the announcement during the 2012 National Search and Rescue Conference hosted by the National Association for Search and Rescue (NASAR) and the Mountain Rescue Association (MRA) in Lake Tahoe, Nevada.
“The Boy Scouts of America’s motto is ‘Be Prepared’—which sometimes translates to knowing how to respond in an emergency,” said Bob Mazzuca, Chief Scout Executive of the Boy Scouts of America. “While we are not encouraging our Scouts to practice these new skills independently, we do want them to be ready to lend a hand to the community, and to each other.”
To meet the requirements of the Search and Rescue merit badge, Scouts must complete a series of nine requirements relating to SAR fundamentals such as:
– The process and safety methods of working around specialized teams such as aircraft, canine, and aquatic rescue teams
-Identifying differences between search and rescue environments, such as coastal, wilderness, rural, and urban landscapes
-Determining when Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) and latitude and longitude (Lat/Lon) should be used
Scouting officials have stated that earning the badge will not qualify a Scout as a trained searcher. In a press release, Bob Mazzuca, Chief Scout Executive of the Boy Scouts of America related, “The Boy Scouts of America’s motto is ‘Be Prepared’—which sometimes translates to knowing how to respond in an emergency. While we are not encouraging our Scouts to practice these new skills independently, we do want them to be ready to lend a hand to the community, and to each other.” Regardless, those skills will serve Scouts well in their lives.
