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Revision Vipertail™ Ballistic Sunglasses

Details: Category: Protective; Created: Sunday, 22 May 2011 19:05

Revision sent a pair of these my way out of the blue to give a try so I've been giving them a beating for about 3 weeks. At first I was pretty meh about them looking at the box thinking the concept is supposed to be a stlyish design. When I ponder fashion / style based I think of designs like Oakley Romeo and Juliet series were they really push the shapes. Thus offhand the Vipertail didn't look much different than the old school Tom Cruise "Risky Business" glasses. Anyway, after actually giving them a try and seeing no one was giving much notice along with worn photo review, they really started to grow on me. Rather than flashy fashion, I think they work great for something more covert and low key. They don't scream tactical and they don't scream metro douchebag either.

MAXPEDITION - Typhoon Backpack

Details: Category: Packs/Bags; Created: Saturday, 14 May 2011 20:53

Based on the old Typhoon Gearslinger, which was based on a single strap design, it appears the design has been resurrected in backpack (2 strap) form. Since this size class is fairly taken care of by the Sitka and Noatak I can understand the concept to make it more like a traditional backpack to offer more small backpack options to Maxpedition's line. I suppose the Pygmy Falcon-II is the only other design that comes close currently.

5.11 RUSH MOAB 10

Details: Category: Packs/Bags; Created: Monday, 09 May 2011 16:52

If looking for something a little bigger than MOAB 6, mister MOAB 10 is the larger size of the 5.11 MOAB (Mobile Operation Attachment Bag) series. The overall layout is kinda like a backpack and a tactical log bag like the S.O. TECH Go Bag blended together. For those familiar with the Kodiak, the MOAB 10 size is overall similar, but with less depth offering a holding size between the Sitka and Kodiak. Being a single strap design, emphasis is put on ease for grab and go capability and being able to access while still worn. Attention to detail has been placed on the several parts of the pack including the main strap and inner front compartment dividers to offer enhanced ambidextrous usage.

MAXPEDITION - Compact Range Bag

Details: Category: Packs/Bags; Created: Friday, 06 May 2011 22:30

Maxpedition went a more specialized route on this pack design where hence the name the intent is to be a pistol range bag. The foundation is a shoulder bag setup with a cube-ish shape. A removable shoulder strap is included as seen on many Max packs, with their usual modular pad as well. Carry handles are up top as you might have expected which will get plenty of use. Since this type of bag has the possibility to get very heavy with ammo, it would have been nice to have the handle webbing go all the way around under the pack for added durability.

5.11 RUSH MOAB 6

Details: Category: Packs/Bags; Created: Thursday, 05 May 2011 22:02

Earlier this year 5.11 expanded their tactical pack line with the MOAB (Mobile Operation Attachment Bag) series, with the #6 here being the lil guy of the bunch. Since worn on the back, my first impression was the cube-ish shape was a little odd. I soon got over that by considering it like a shoulder bag that just happens to be best worn on one's back. The size certainly lends itself better as a GO-Bag as it can be stored easier in places such as under vehicle seats. Being an imported product, it won't have the same feel as US goods, but I think a good balance is made between quality and price. Most importantly it is made up to par to be used dependably in a tactical environment.

MAXPEDITION - Modular Inserts 2

Details: Category: Pouches; Created: Thursday, 05 May 2011 00:23

Maxpedition has some recent additions to their hook and loop based inserts. With all the cool guy bags using loop these days, always good to see more inserts to give more holding and organization flexibility.

Double Pocket Insert: 4.5" x 6.5" x 2"
A nice compact organizer great for holding small electronics, compact toiletries, or even can fill up with some first aid basics. It sports 2 exterior pockets with velcro closure using a nice soft interior material making these area great for phones and compact cameras. The main compartment opens with a double zippers to a near clam-shell style, but not all the way to keep goods from flopping all the way out. Inside there is a simple sleeve pocket on one side with elastic divided into 2 slots and even a key keeper.

Vertx Tactical Pants

Details: Category: Clothing; Created: Friday, 01 April 2011 05:41

Vertx has been around for a bit, but they are new to me as I've mostly been getting full on tactical pants. These Vertx tactical pants take a different approach attempting to find a balance of looking like just some random pair of work pants to common folk while offering some solid tactical pant features. I was reluctant with the concept at first as I don't have a covert job and I've come accustomed to all the extra pockets seen on tac-pants these days for my everyday carry items. Even so, the overall quality of materials and design really grew on me and I quickly began to enjoy this Vertx style.

STRATAGEM Instructor´s ER COBRA Belt + stiffener

Details: Category: Belts; Created: Sunday, 20 March 2011 03:18

Looks like ze Germans appreciate Cobra buckles as well; STRATAGEM has stepped up to the plate offering a nice rigger's belt package with their Instructor´s ER COBRA Belt. The materials are all MIL-SPEC with construction utilizing the standard principles used in airborne gear fabrication.

Maxpedition Jumbo KISS

Details: Category: Packs/Bags; Created: Tuesday, 01 March 2011 01:23

Maxpedition has had great success with the Jumbo series and thus continued to offer new variants to cater to more specific users. This semi new (heh my fault for being slow) KISS variant is specifically made to meet a lower price point by stripping down some features, yet while still keeping all the main capabilities that makes the Jumbo great. Don't worry the same great materials are used so there is no loss of structural quality.

Revision Sawfly Glasses Gen2

Details: Category: Protective; Created: Sunday, 13 February 2011 20:14

I've been digging my original Sawfly specs for sometime now so I was curious how any positive changes were going to be made to this new version. When I first got them in hand, I mostly had a "whatever... these are the same damn thing" reaction, but you know the Monkey wouldn't stop there and investigated further. While actually wearing, the most noticeable and welcomed change are the leaner arms. The ends in particular being slim make these Gen2 glasses go on much easier while wearing a hat or active ear pro / comms. On a long day of training or ops, the slim arms relieve pressure and are much more comfortable that most glasses when used with ear pro / comms.

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WEAR GEAR

Revision Vipertail™ Ballistic Sunglasses

MAXPEDITION - Typhoon Backpack

5.11 RUSH MOAB 10

MAXPEDITION - Compact Range Bag

5.11 RUSH MOAB 6

MAXPEDITION - Modular Inserts 2

Vertx Tactical Pants

STRATAGEM Instructor´s ER COBRA Belt + stiffener

Maxpedition Jumbo KISS

Revision Sawfly Glasses Gen2

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