EMDOM-MM GPS Pouch

Posted in 2nd Line, EQUIPMENT, Gadgets, Outdoor on February 21st, 2010 by Militarymoron

The EMDOM USA/MM GPS Pouch is a GPS pouch designed for the Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx or similarly-sized GPS unit that allows the user to operate and use the GPS unit without having to remove it from the pouch. This reduces the possiblity of the GPS unit being dropped during extraction and replacement in conventional pouches. The design enables the user to glance down at the GPS unit ‘on the go’ without having to hold it in his hand.

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LumaLoop Camera Sling

Posted in EQUIPMENT, Outdoor on January 24th, 2010 by Militarymoron

The LumaLoop Camera Sling from Luma-Labs is a strap that was designed for professional photographers that need a strap that keeps a second camera out of the way, but at the ready when carrying two DLSR or SLR cameras with different lenses. At it turns out, the LumaLoop works well for anyone using a single DSLR, as it helps distribute the load more comfortably than 1″ straps or regular camera loops.

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Tactical Concealment Viper Hood (4th Gen) / Ghille Zen Customs

Posted in Camo, EQUIPMENT, MILITARY UNIFORMS / CLOTHING, Outdoor on May 8th, 2009 by Militarymoron

The Viper Hood from Tactical Concealment, Mfg, Co. is a light weight ghillie hood designed for snipers, assaulters or operators wishing to break up the outline of the upper body only, instead of a full-body ghillie suit. The Viper Hood is compatible with most combat gear loadouts; vests, LBE, backpacks etc.
Ghillie Zen Customs offers garnishment services for customers who don’t want to, or don’t have the time or knowledge/experience to garnish their own ghille suit base.

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TAD Gear Survival Spark

Posted in EQUIPMENT, Outdoor on December 11th, 2008 by Militarymoron

The TAD Gear Survival Spark is a diminutive emergency firestarter, inspired by the Vietnam War-era emergency Spark-Lite fo aviators, which was made of brass. Current Spark-Lites are made of plastic, and TAD wanted to make one that was a homage to an era when things were made to last, rather than the plastic-disposable mentality of today’s society.

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Source Hydration reservoirs

Posted in EQUIPMENT, Outdoor on December 8th, 2008 by Militarymoron

Source Vagabond Systems is an Israeli based company that creates, produces and markets gear for outdoor enthusiasts. They also have a military division, offering a wide selection of cargo hydration packs, hydraton packs, reservoirs and hydration accessories originally designed and built for the Israeli Army that are now in use by various militaries worldwide. I’ve been using various Camelbak reservoirs for years, and while they’ve worked well, Source reservoirs offer some unique additional features that I think are pretty neat.

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Kifaru Regulator™ Sleeping Bag System

Posted in EQUIPMENT, Kifaru, MANUFACTURER SECTIONS, Outdoor on January 3rd, 2008 by Militarymoron

A couple of years ago, when Mel from Kifaru let on that they were developing a new sleeping bag, I knew that it’d be something different from the rest and worth the wait. The Regulator is truly an integrated sleeping bag ‘system’ from start to finish, not an upgrade, addition nor retrofit to an existing product. When it was finally introduced, Kifaru did not disappoint. True to their “Modular and Multifunctional” motto, Kifaru’s Regulator™ Sleeping Bag System introduces a revolutionary new concept to sleeping bags and sleep systems, offering a thoroughly modular design, using the finest shell material and synthetic insulation available. Every component is designed to be versatile, rugged and extremely light weight.

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Inka Pen

Posted in EQUIPMENT, Outdoor on May 28th, 2007 by Militarymoron

The Inka pen is a write-anywhere pen that always catches the eye of gadget-lovers whenever I pull it out. When closed, the pen is 3.15″ long, with a stainless steel split ring for attaching to keys, bags, D-rings etc. It’s O-ring sealed and watertight in this configuration. I have it attached to the neck lanyard of my ID badge for work, and have been using it every day for the past 8 months. My wife has one that she’s attached to the outside of her bag, and found that other women have commented on it as well. It’s the perfect companion for her Rite-in-the-rain notebook.

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Outdoor Research Water Bottle Parka and Air Purge dry sack

Posted in EQUIPMENT, Outdoor on January 13th, 2007 by Militarymoron

Outdoor Research, or OR Gear is a leader in the outdoor equipment industry, with both civilian and government product lines. OR manufactures a wide variety of outdoor products, including those shown below.

SG Water Bottle Parka, 1L – The SG Water Bottle Parka is sized to fit a 1L Nalgene bottle, and designed to insulate it at extreme temperatures. It’ll keep water from freezing in cold temperatures and keep liquids cool in hot weather. The bottle is insulatedby foam on all sides and the coated shell fabric resists abrasion and inclement weather. It has a zipper top lid, and outside dimensions are about 8″ high and 4.25″ in diameter. It uses a Quik-Stik® attachment method, which is molle compatible. Two bars are weaved through molle webbing and secured with velcro. I discovered that the SG Water Bottle Parka would also fit the Jetboil system. It’s a snug fit that compresses the foam insulation, but works well. I’d like to see it in other colours besides black.

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