XC3 Weaponlight

SOFIC 2016 – Yes, There Will Be Quaffing

Wednesday, May 11th, 2016

What’s Gelände Quaffing you might ask? Well, it’s the awesomest beer drinking competition ever and finds its roots in the downhill ski community.

In 1986, the skis were skinny and the snow was fat, during a 14 foot storm, the infamous underground crew of the Jackson Hole Air Force was going stir crazy in the Bear Claw Café, waiting for the mountain to open. In those days the bartender would send a freshly filled beer mug sliding down the bar to the patron who ordered it. One fateful night a beer mug slid off the end of the bar, took air, was caught seconds before a glass shattering catastrophe, and promptly pounded. Gelände Quaffing was born. Apres’ ski competitions followed, testing the unique skills of all who entered, and provided exciting entertainment for all spectators. But somewhere along the way Gelände Quaffing was lost and the après ski spirit forgotten.

It’s quite a sight. Teams often costumed run from one end of the bar to the other and by the end of the night, they are feeling no pain. As in years past, this grudge match is also a fundraiser. Along with a silent auction, they raise some great coin for the All In, All The Time Foundation.

See you there!

Platatac – ASAD Modular Dump Pouch

Wednesday, May 11th, 2016

Features:
-Hook and loop sandwich mounting to work with platforms such as Platatac’s CHICOM Platforms, SMAC, ASAD, APC and other compatible Plate Carriers
-Pull-tab quick release system
-Cinch cord with barrel lock, hard plastic stiffener to aid in pouch mouth ‘pop’, cinch cord can be held out of the way via loop tab
-Gusseted front panel for extra room
-Accepts soft armour in inside zippered pouch or pouch can be used as admin for cyalume, shotty shells, notebook etc
-Can be used as a respirator pouch, water bottles, mags etc
-Mesh panels in bottom to drain water for ship under way or Amphib ops.
-2 rows, 4 columns of PALS internally for extra pouches, 40mm, distractions or mag pouches.
-Made from 500d Nylon
-Available in Black or MultiCam

www.platatac.com/platatac-asad-modular-dump-pouch

Streamlight – Sidewinder Rescue Personal Distress Marker

Tuesday, May 10th, 2016

Streamlight’s Sidewinder is a handheld light that incorprates a 185° articulating head with a “slide-in-place” diffuser that projects omni-directional light up to 3 Km.  It offers four intensity modes for constant light as well as a strobe mode which is 120 bpm but can be slowed to 50 bpm by pushing a button.

-Four LEDs provide all of the colors you need for a distress marker – no need to use filters that can get lost or broken
–White C4® LED for bright light: 55 lumens; 1,175 candela; 69m beam distance
–Blue LED (470 nm peak wavelength ) alerts friendly forces; distinguishes strobe from ground fire: 1.8 lumens; 130 candela; 23m beam distance
–IR LED (880 nm peak wavelength) for covert operations: 25mW/sr (min) radiant intensity
–Green LED (527 nm peak wavelength ) to help preserve night vision: 4.5 lumens; 68 candela; 16m beam distance

The light uses two AA batteries and is IPX7-rated design; waterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutes. O-ring and gasket-sealed openings for waterproof operation. Meets MIL-STD-810F, Method 512.4. It is Coyote in color and Streamlight offers the Sidewinder with a variety of carriage/attachment options.

www.streamlight.com

Everything Is Better With Tactical

Tuesday, May 10th, 2016

Thanks Jamie W!

MATBOCK MR Dry

Tuesday, May 10th, 2016

What do you get when you take a great idea from a couple of SEALs, add a load carriage solution from Mystery Ranch and then have Drift Dry waterproof it?

This bundle is the MATBOCK MR Dry. The idea was borne from over the beach operations where previous waterproof pack solutions proved bulky.

The guys at MATBOCK took a look at the issue Myster Ranch Tri-Zip 3-Day Pack and considered ways to make it more user friendly for the mission. Mystery Ranch agreed to the project and MATBOCK brought in Drift Dry to produce a waterproof overbag.

As you can see, MR made some slight modifications to their harness for use in the maritime environment.

The pack remains fully waterproof until you open the outerbag. It also incorporates an oral inflation tube. Inside, you can integrate the MR 3-Day pack or medic bag and the outer bag can be rolled out of the way for full access to the inner pack.

www.matbock.com/collections/packs/products/mr-dry

Warrior West – Canadian Urban Environment Type III

Monday, May 9th, 2016

Here you can see Hyperstealth’s Guy Cramer wearing their Urban Environment Type III developed for a Canadian requirement which originated in 2009 by the Department of National Defence, Defence Research and Development Canada – Suffield, (DRDC-S) in Alberta to develop a Canadian Urban Environment Pattern (CUEPAT) based on the unique requirements of Canada’s three major metropolitan areas, Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. CUEPAT was intended for use on CBRNE suits.


Back in 2012, we showed you their developmental Types I & II.

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Both are seen here along with arid coloration samples (CUEPAT 2 is left, CUEPAT 1 is right). While Types I amd II were meant for use in highly urbanized areas, the Type III at the top is tuned for use in the suburbs where concrete transitions to greenway.

www.hyperstealth.com

Federal Resources Completes Acquisition of KD Analytical

Monday, May 9th, 2016

Federal Resources is a contract holder for Defense Logistics Agency’s Special Operations Tailored Logistics System program.

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The acquisition builds upon Federal Resources’ mission to increase market penetration and provide its customers with complete life-cycle sustainment solutions.

Stevensville, MD — April 29, 2016 — Federal Resources Supply Company (FRSC), a leading government contracting company, announced today that it has acquired KD Analytical Consulting, Inc. The acquisition significantly expands upon Federal Resources’ current success in providing high-quality, cost-effective total life-cycle solutions for its customers in first response and special mission operations of Department of Defense, state and local agencies, first responders, navy fleet and commercial marine organizations. In addition, KD Analytical’s expertise in critical infrastructure protection and environmental analysis greatly advances Federal Resources’ capability to serve these complementary markets.

Founded in 2003, Harrisburg, PA based KD Analytical Consulting, Inc. (KDA) is a leader in the support of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive (CBRNE) detection equipment and provides worldwide mission sustainment, technical support, service and training to government and military first responders, critical infrastructure protection and environmental analytical clients. The company provides technical support and repair services to some of the largest CBRNE response organizations in the United States.

“KDA’s market-leading technical services, high caliber management team, and its commitment to quality are a perfect fit with Federal Resources’ mission and values,” said Robert McWilliams, Chief Executive Officer, FRSC. “Bringing these unique capabilities into our company significantly improves our ability to service what we sell, providing end-to-end sustainment solutions for our customers who protect the nation.”

“By teaming with one of the nation’s most successful, growth-oriented government contracting companies, KDA can leverage FRSC’s resources and market penetration to enhance its leadership position and deliver our complementary services to a much wider audience,” said Patrick Dempsey, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, KDA. “We are pleased to combine our strengths and offer improved solutions to the military, first responder, critical infrastructure protection, and homeland security communities we serve.”

Tactical Distributors – New Carlos Ray Pant Colors Available for Pre-Order

Monday, May 9th, 2016

The last time TD’s infamous Carlos Ray Pants were offered, they sold out in a matter of days. If you’re interested in Ranger Green or Flat Dark Earth, now is the time to pre-order yours.

www.tacticaldistributors.com