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Corps Strength – High Mileage People

June 5th, 2011

Two of the most common questions I get concerning PT is “How do you do still PT this hard at your age?”, and “Can I do your program at my age?” What I always answer is; “Age ain’t a number”. Some people are worn out and broken at 30 while others are still going strong in their 60’s and 70’s. I have seen more examples of this than I can count. Obviously some people have injuries and health problems that will limit what they can do. However, almost anyone can do something and I have seen many older (and some disabled people) do some amazing physical stuff, and that’s amazing for any age. While they’re all different people, what they all have in common is a “no excuses” attitude. They just get their butts up and go do what they can. I’m convinced that a good exercise program, tailored to your needs and lifestyle, consistently followed will not only add years to your life, but life to your years. Add to that some common sense eating and you’ll be able to do just about anything. This is not just my opinion but a fact, I see people doing it everyday. In my book “Corps Strength” I outline how you can design and follow a common sense, effective and time efficient PT program. One that will work for you, not the other way around. So the point of all this? Stop worrying about how old you are, how tired, or sore you are and just get your ass moving. Forget the excuses and you’ll be surprised at what even a little effort will bring you. I guarantee it.

Be safe and Good luck,
MGunz

More Info on Australian Adoption of MultiCam

June 5th, 2011

The interim purchase of Gen 3 MultiCam uniforms is termed “Crye Precision Camouflage Uniform” (CPCU). The Australian variant will be called Australian Multicam Pattern (AMP).

One Week Til Blade Show

June 4th, 2011

Blade Show kicks off next Friday, 10 June with an early bird opening. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for me and Tactical Fanboy as we attempt to take it all in including the new Tactical Gear Expo that runs concurrently with Blade Show.

Held at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, Georgia June 10th to 12th, Blade Show will host more than 700 tables and around 175 factory booths and products.

Visit bladeshow.com for more information on the upcoming expos, including the event schedule and list of exhibitors.

StrikeMark Targets

June 4th, 2011

Originally envisioned as a lightweight, low-cost sniper target, the SM-1 is manufactured from AR500 steel (3/8″ strike face) in order to withstand the repeated hammering of high caliber ammunition. I’ve had a couple of opportunities to see them in action and man, I can tell you, I’m impressed. The reset for this target is an amazing 1.5 seconds. Then, I found out the price and I was ecstatic. It retails at $999.00!

The SM-1 is powered by an internal battery which offers over 1500 resets per charge. It incorporates a carrying handle and is fairly lightweight (50 lbs) so it isn’t a big deal to carry it over to an outlet to recharge. While it is weather resistant, I don’t recommend leaving it out in the weather indefinitely. After all, it is manufactured from steel.

The StrikeMark SM-1 is an excellent sniper target, but they recently introduced an ingenious stand system in order to raise the targets up for pistol and other practical shooters. This has greatly increased its utility and opened it up for a whole other group of shooters. The spiked feet used to hold the target in place on the ground fit right into holes on the shelf of the stand so it isn’t going anywhere. Also, the legs are a standard pipe size so they can be cut to adjust for uneven terrain and are easily replaced.

A variety of targets have been developed including this one specifically for Advanced Armament Corporation and they are constantly developing new options.

In fact, look for StrikeMark Targets at the AAC Silencer Shoot this weekend at T1G.

At this price and capability, not only can LE agencies and private ranges afford to incorporate automated targets but individuals can as well. Additionally, StrikeMark will work with you to produce specialized targets for the SM-1.

strikemark.com

Crye Precision is Hiring

June 3rd, 2011

If you’ve dreamed of working for Crye Precision, then you just might be in luck. They’re hiring; hiring an Industrial Designer with at least 8 years of experience in product design and development, that is.

This is a full time salaried position in Brooklyn, New York and the duties include:

•Development, from concept through production, of high performance, highly innovative gear, clothing and protective equipment for the warfighter
•Design direction of multiple projects, which may be in-house efforts or government R&D programs
•Project management tasks include:
1) proposal development and report writing
2) project planning, including setting, meeting and evaluating milestones
3) labor and expense tracking
4) scheduling
5) preparing presentations and attending meetings
6) travel as required (<15%) If you think you have what it takes, visit www.coroflot.com.

Mission Ready Equipment’s New Ride

June 3rd, 2011

missionreadyequipment.com

JIEDDO Helmet Pad Report

June 3rd, 2011

Earlier this year Lawrence Livermore National Lab issued a report on the issue helmet pad’s performance in mitigating impact injuries to the head commissioned by the Joint IED Defeat Organization (JIEDDO) and funded partially by the US Army. The main stream media made much of the researcher’s investigation of NFL helmet pads.

According to LLNL, “Five types of pad systems were studied-those currently and previously used by the Army, two used in NFL helmets, and one used in other protective sports equipment. The two Army systems consist of bilayer (hard-soft) foam pads within a water-resistant airtight wrapper or coating. One NFL system consists of a thin foam pad and a hollow air-filled cylinder that buckles under load, and the other is a bilayer foam pad surrounded by a covering with air-relief channels that connect to adjacent pads in the helmet. The fifth pad consists of uniform dense foam.”

Researchers Mike King’s and Willy Moss’s conclusion? None of the other pads out perform the current issue pad. In fact, NFL pads are not as soft as military pads, allowing larger forces to be transferred to the head.

Ultimately, the two scientists found that by increasing the thickness of current pads by just 1/8″ would significantly decrease the risk of Traumatic Brain Injury. While this answer sounds simple enough, it raises a serious issue. That extra 1/8″ of padding would require most everyone to go up one helmet size.

Unfortunately, the research was accomplished in support of ACH standards rather than against the energy levels associated with the new Enhanced Combat Helmet (.30) threat. Until this issue can be dealt with the ECH is ultimately just an expensive ACH. As lead service for the ECH program, the USMC has yet to unveil any plans at all on how to deal with the increased kinetic energy associated with the higher caliber threat.

Read the full report here:

LLNL Helmet Pad Report

Huskey Amentum Slider Sling from Ares Armor

June 3rd, 2011

Named after Marine Scout Sniper Instructor and 2009 International Sniper Competition winner Josh Huskey, the Huskey Amentum Slider Sling from Ares Armor is a two point affair designed to make for easy transitions. Check out the photos and video for more details.

Additionally, Ares Armor offers a 2 To 1 Point Triglide which allows you to instantly turn your two point sling into a single point sling and back when needed. It’s the only transitional sling device designed to function with any Push Button Quick Detach Sling Swivel. CNC machined from Billet 6061-T6 aluminum and then hard anodized Type III per MIL-A-8625F.

Available in Black, Coyote, A-TACS, and MultiCam. American made with a lifetime guarantee.

Ares Armor is offering 15% off the Huskey Amentum Sling to SSD readers this weekend. Use discount code “SOLDIERSYSTEMS” at checkout from now until Monday evening, 6 June.

www.aresarmor.com