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Cilo Gear Pulls Back the Curtain

Monday, January 23rd, 2012

We’ve mentioned Cilo Gear in the past but their military programs have remained very much shrouded in mystery. However, this OR we were offered a glimpse at a couple of their newest prototype products.

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The first item is a very simple shell garment made from a reversible waterproof breathable fabric which can be printed on both sides. It currently weighs 9.6 oz but should weigh in around 6 oz once the final version comes to market. For example, they are ditching the pocket and changing the zipper and seam tape.

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This pack is based on a commercial model WorkSack and will be available in March with a number of different options including drain holds, Terminal Attack Controller options, or as a lid for biggest dumb pack you ever saw. Like all Cilo Gear products its super lightweight, weighing less than a pound, with a final weight pending a couple of new design concepts.

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www.cilogear.com

180 Stove

Sunday, January 22nd, 2012

Built for use with natural fuels, the 180 Stove is made in the USA and fits together with slot and tab construction. Two different sized models weigh in at 5.9 and 10.4 ounces. An ingenious nesting design ensures smoky parts are stored on the inside.

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180tack.com

Klymit Frame Sheet

Sunday, January 22nd, 2012

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See that? It’s an inflatable frame sheet.

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Here it is mounted in a Cilo Gear pack. It’s designed to take the place of traditional HDPE and aluminum stay combo frame sheets. Not only does it provide some padding, but it also provides rigidity. It has a positive correlation with the load meaning, the more you put into your pack (up to 40 lbs) the more it compresses the frame sheet and the more rigid it becomes. It can bend 35-38 degrees before it impinges making it comfortable in a wider variety of positions.

Inflated with air rather than Noble-tek, it features an inflation valve which accepts a hand pump or the sheet can be orally inflated as well. It’s already in one climbing pack and Cilo Gear is converting soon.

www.klymit.com

tasc Bamboo+Merino Performance Base System

Sunday, January 22nd, 2012

New Orleans-based tasc is building on their success with bamboo undergarments by introducing a new bamboo and merino base layer system.

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Made from a 60% bamboo, 30% merino wool and 10% elastane blend, the new line will feature both men and women’s garments. It’s a three level system, A = All weather 160 gsm jersey cloth, B = Brisk 200 gsm jersey cloth and C = Cold 280 gsm micro waffle.

Look for the whole kit and caboodle beginning August 2012.

www.tascperformance.com

Lowa Boots Update

Sunday, January 22nd, 2012

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The color options for the popular Lowa Zephyr keep expanding. Here is a Grey model.

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They also showed us the Focus GTX QC. This quarter cut shoe features a Gore-tex lining and a lightweight trekking sole which is actually stiffer then the Zephyr. It also incorporates a unique lacing system with free floating fabric loops that allows a more customized fit across a wider range of foot types.

www.lowaboots.com

NEMO Equipment Bugout

Sunday, January 22nd, 2012

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NEMO’s new Bugout is a screened tarp designed to keep the bugs out. The mesh features a DWR coating. Available in Yellow and Birchleaf Green in 7×7 (shown), 9×9 and 12 x12. Coming May 2012.

www.nemoequipment.com

Lowa Zephyr in Sage Green

Saturday, January 21st, 2012

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German boot manufacturer has unveiled a Sage Green version of the popular Zephyr mid after requests from the USAF PJ community. Starting Spring, it will be available exclusively from AFMO with a full 8″ following later in the year along with more wide spread availability.

Powertraveller News

Monday, January 16th, 2012

Forget all of the SHOT Show hype and enjoy a relaxing day at the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market. While you’re there, make sure you check out Powertraveller in booth #31001E.

OTE has been named Powertraveller Worldwide’s Exclusive US Distributor and will handle all Tactical distribution in Canada as of 15 Jan, 2012. Powertraveller LTD is a UK based company founded and run by Jerry Ranger, Former Royal Marine Commando, SBS. OTE founder and CEO is a former member of Naval Special Warfare Command, SWCC. Powertraveller products Feature state of the art designs and are rugged and durable , built to withstand the elements and abuse in all climates and environments.

With US and Allied forces worldwide using more sophisticated, high tech electronics devices to shoot, move and communicate, Powertraveller products have stepped up to the plate and have delivered! With our battlefield strategies and life saving equipment constantly being improved and upgraded, PT’s products will ensure medics doing field surgery and life saving via Blackberry tablets and other devices have the sustained portable power needed during critical moments.

As and industry innovator and leader in Europe, Powetraveller has received the iAwards in 2009, Reddot Design awards in 2010 and 2011 and has had the distinguished honor of visiting the Queen of England to receive the Queen’s award for Enterprise Innovation!

Powertraveller, OTE, Granite Gear and Tactical Assault Systems (TAS) working in Conjunction with Justin Lichter AKA Trauma have combined to design lightweight Portable carrying solutions to meet the needs of our battlefield warriors. We have also heard a rumor that Powertraveller, OTE and Princeton Tec are teaming up for a future project so stand by!

PT’s storage devices utilize Lithium Polymer technologies and their panels use a patented MPPT, Maximum Power Point Tracking low light technology to capture and harness the sun’s energy. Powertraveller storage devices can be charged via the solar panel, USB port or AC mains chargers making their devices TRUE portable power!

So if you are looking for portable power on the go or you are looking to become an authorized reseller of Powertraveller Products Contact Outdoor Tactical Enterprises, www.outdoortactical.com or you can visit any of our authorized dealers or in the spring you can visit any REI store!