During my enlistment in the Marine Corps, I had the opportunity to use a lot of different gear. Towards the end of my enlistment, my unit was attached to the 24th MEU(SOC) to perform the recovery of downed aircraft personnel. In layman terms, if one of our pilots went down behind enemy lines, we got the […]
Delta ComPac Jacket is Newest Release from UF PRO
UF PRO today announced it will begin selling a new tactical winter jacket—the Delta ComPac—on 7 Oct., just a few months before the freezing weather begins sweeping down. A key feature of the Delta ComPac jacket is its ability to easily fold into its own pocket so that when stowed in a backpack it consumes […]
Astral Drops Two New Performance Casual Shoes
Astral, manufacturer of industry-leading PFDs and footwear, is excited to announce two new performance casual shoes, the Rover and Rambler. Built on Astral’s all-new RV Outsole, the Rover and Rambler combine style, sustainability, and performance to create superlative mountain sneakers. Astral’s newest shoes are designed for confidently approaching deep rivers and high cliffs or stepping on bike pedals […]
KUIU Adds New Ultra Durable Waypoint Duffel
KUIU, the leading manufacturer of performance hunting gear, is excited to announce the addition of the Waypoint Duffel series to their growing line of travel packs. Now available in three different sizes, the Waypoint Duffel provides a secure and protected transport solution to ensure that all equipment remains securely stored from tarmac to basecamp, in […]
Mosko Moto Introduces The Strata Merino Base Layers Utilizing Nuyarn Technology
Mosko Moto, a leader in adventure motorcycling apparel and bags, today announces the debut of the Strata Merino Base Layers. Meticulously designed from the ground up, the Strata Merino Base Layer collection is lightweight, incredibly comfortable, and naturally anti-microbial. The top and bottom base layers are built with Nuyarn®, a merino fabric derived from a […]
Introducing a New High Performance Work Headlamp from Fenix: The HM70R
The latest in a long line of show-stopping headlamps, the new Fenix HM70R Rechargeable Headlamp is no exception to being the best at what it does. Deemed “the workhorse,” this new rechargeable headlamp is most at home on a job site. The HM70R boasts 3 lighting sources, very bright lumen outputs, exceptionally long run times, and […]
9/11 Memorial | Timeline As It Happened
Time Stamp 06:00 Terrorists Mohammed Atta and Abdulaziz al-Omari traveled to Logan International Airport from Portland International Jetport in Portland, Maine. Time Stamp 06:52 Fellow terrorist Marwan al-Shehhi called Atta at Logan to confirm the plans of the attack. Time Stamp 07:35 Terrorists Atta and al-Omari board American Airlines Flight 11, along with the […]
Matador Upgrades Packable Adventure with Latest Additions to Advanced Series
Matador Travel Equipment, the award-winning producer of high-performance travel equipment, today introduced five new products to its Advanced Series, a collection of the brand’s most ultralight, compact, weatherproof travel bags. The launch includes significant updates to several of Matador’s award-winning products, as well as brand-new product releases. The Matador Advanced Series features cutting-edge materials, proprietary […]
Big Agnes Introduces First-Ever Backpack Collection in Spring 2022
Big Agnes, the Steamboat Springs-based outdoor equipment brand, is pleased to introduce a line of technical backpacks for Spring 2022, a first for the 20-year-old brand. The collection of six backpacks ranges from 20-liters to 63-liters in capacity, made with GRS certified recycled nylon fabric. Core to the collection is the inclusion of a “Trash […]
MSR Updates its Best-Selling Tent Model, the Hubba Hubba for Spring 2022
Seattle-based Mountain Safety Research® (MSR®), the high-performance outdoor equipment that’s part of the parent company Cascade Designs, is excited to announce updates to its award-winning Hubba series for spring 2022. The best-selling and award-winning Hubba Hubba is known for its fast and easy setup thanks to its freestanding design and symmetrical poles, and now features a significant weight […]
Tyrant Designs Drop in Ready Glock Gen 3-4 I.T.T.S. Trigger + Trigger Bar
Tyrant Designs is excited to announce our NEW Glock Gen 3-4 I.T.T.S. Trigger (Improved Tyrant Trigger System) is the fastest resetting trigger on the market! The NEW Glock Gen 3-4 I.T.T.S. The trigger is compatible with all full-frame, double-stack 9mm, .357 SIG, .40 S&W, and .45 GAP Glock model pistols and comes with a black […]
SAR USA Now Offering Premium Ammunition to US Market
SAR USA by Sarsilmaz, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of premium firearms and ammunition, is proud to announce that they are now offering their NATO-inspired 9mm pistol ammunition to the US market. Sarsilmaz merges the latest in cartridge innovation, design, and technology along with their Old-World heritage and craftsmanship to deliver the finest in […]
Why Sitka Arrowhead Relies On YKK Zippers
At first glance insignificant, however, small parts and components (commonly referred to as trims in the textile industry), play a major role in the final weight and function of technical apparel. From G-Hooks, zippers and zipper pulls to cords and cord locks. Even down to the granular choice of thread. Trims sourcing and development is […]
Prometheus Design Werx Delta Cargo Pant
Prometheus Design Werx introduces their new Delta Cargo Pant TRS for Fall 2021. An expedition-grade field pant with low-profile cargo pockets designed for rigorous and protracted adventures and exploration. Constructed in their new, 6.13oz, technical, 4-way stretch Technical Ripstop nylon with a quick-dry and DWR finish for durable wear in all terrains. A total of […]