SHOT 2020 | Team Wendy
We first saw the new helmet cover at SOFIC 2019 but now they are officially available for all helmets (Ballistic, Carbon and LTP) for models with both Rail 2.0 and Rail 3.0. Covers are available in Black, Grey, Coyote, Ranger Green, Multicam and Multicam Alpine.
Also officially available is the All-Terrain Mandible (non ballistic). This accessory can be now mounted to any helmet (Ballistic, Carbon and LTP) that features a Rail 3.0 set-up.
This non-ballistic version is an item in which a lot of teams have been really interested in, especially in Europe. A review of the All-Terrain Mandible will be online in the next few months.
Attachment of Ops Core AMP Headset to Team Wendy Helmets
After winning the SOCOM contract the AMP Comms headsets have become ubiquitous and many teams have already fielded Team Wendy Ballistic SL helmets. This accessory is designed to seamlessly integrate the two systems.
CLOUDLINE™ SYSTEM
This drop-in liner, named CloudLine™ for its unique comfort grade, features the softest Team Wendy patented Zorbium® foam to-date, used in strategically placed hexagon-shaped comfort pads designed to prevent hot spots while maintaining protection. Furthermore, the exceptionally comfortable liner is optimized for the widest range of ground combat helmets on the market. Previous Team Wendy drop-in liners were developed around specs of the standard ACH/ECH helmets, while CloudLine is designed to fit a broader range of helmets, including those used throughout special operations communities.
- Three impact liner pads (front, crown, rear)
- Four thick hexagon-shaped Cloud pads
- Seven soft comfort pads in various shapes and sizes
- Ten Velcro® brand hook disks
Study on Traumatic Brain Injury
Team Wendy has been selected as part of an academic research program for developing new strategies for detecting impacts and inertial forces that may result too high and have the risk of causing TBI. This research will be followed by the development of new technology intended to protect the user more from impacts that could potentially lead to TBI.
SHOT 2020 | Coyote Tactical Solutions
MODULAR ABDOMINAL POUCH (M.A.P.)
This pouch allows to carry additional gear while extending the ballistic coverage through a ballistic plate insert. The pouch opens frontwards and is secured by retention cord, for not losing the content of the pouch.
The applications of this pouch can go from holding breaching equipment to extra ammo but it’s main intended application is medical.
SHOT 2019 | Gerber Gear
FASTBALL
The Gerber Fastball is an EDC pocket-freindly folding knife, made in America in the Portland, OR facility.
Material-wise the blade is made of S30V steel and the handle is made of anodized aluminum.
The design of the Fastball is very aesthetically pleasing with a slick and minimalist look. The colors are very pleasing too, the stone wash finish is appropriate to the targeted user along with its other main features: stylish, minimalist, practical, efficient, USA made.
With the implementation of the B.O.S.S. Technology with two ball bearings, Gerber has rendered the Fastball a pleasure to open and operate.
the detent ball, has a very positive feedback. The best way to describe it, especially if you have attended SHOT 2019, is to compare it to the Geissele Posi-Lock safety mechanism. This means that the blade doesn’t remain halfway open and always end its travel ,engaging the locking mechanism, making this knife extremely safe for one hand use.
We hope to see this technology slowly being applied to other existing models of the Gerber line.
The size and the shape are great for both every day carry and use.
S30V Wharncliffe blade
Ball bearings for consistent action
Precision detent provides “lightswitching” operation
Easy-off Liner Lock release
3-position clip
Blade length: 3.0”
Overall length: 7.1”
Weight: 2.7oz
TRI-TIP
The Tri-Tip features a very compact clever-style blade with practical aluminum handles for an overall very utilitarian package.
What is also very interesting is the sheath. With much influence from the Ghostrike serie, the Tri-Tip sheath offer various user-configurable mounting solutions, which add even more value to the knife and to its application.
KEY NOTE
This very unique design is extremely interesting for those living in highly populated cities and in some European countries, in which you are not always allowed to carry a knife with a common blade length.
The small size of the Keynote explicits its nature for utilitarian and administrative tasks, allowing the user to carry a functional blade in more crowded areas without the risk of being accused of carrying a weapon (very questionable concept but I don’t make the laws…)
Due to its unconventional size and shape the addition of a ring allows for a much more efficient draw and extraction from the pocket, even though it is still provided with a traditional pocket clip. Because of the ring it also doesn’t look much like a knife.
The blade is seems very tough, with a considerable thickness and a straight “tanto style” edge. This design is clever because it allows to use the blade also as prying tool without the risk of compromising the knife.
$23
COMPLEAT
Cook, Eat, Clean Tool
The ComplEAT is a tool based on the Devour and is comprised of 4 components: spoon, fork, dual-sided spatula, and a 4 function multi-tool. All 4 components together weigh less than 2.5 ounces, and nest together for a slim storage solution.
Rather than leave those useful tongs behind, the ComplEAT offers a unique solution: create them instead
Fork and spatula assemble together to become a tong.
Length: 7.75″
Width: 1.5″
Weight: 2.3 oz
Spatula [serrated & silicone edge]
High temp nylon w/ silicone overmold
Long tine fork
Deep basin spoon
Tongs [fork or spoon + spatula]
Multi-tool components:
Bottle opener
Veggie peeler
Serrated package opener
Can opener
Empower and Mini Covert in Multicam Arid
Last SHOT Show Gerber launched the Multicam edition of the Covert and the 06, this year they have expanded the collaboration with Crye/Multicam adding two knives in Multicam Arid to the line.
They look good but what is truly interesting about these models is the manufacturing process for anodizing the camouflage onto the aluminum handles.
VERSAFIX PRO
Gerber added another cutting tool to the line. The machete style blade and handle are a great improvement over the existing models but what is truly innovative is the new sheath design and its locking mechanism. We hope not to make any enemies among the knife enthusiast but we are of the opinion that a super-duper knife is worthless if the sheath that has to carry it in the field is inoperable.
CENTERDRIVE Plus
A new, redesigned and heritage-based leather pouch that accommodates both the multitool as well as the 1/4″ bits.
The Centerdrive Plus has the same features of the Centerdrive with the exception of the surface treatment it receives and the presence of a pair of foldable scissors and a half serrated edge blade (instead of two separate serrated and plain edge blades).
SHOT Show 2019 | Gerber: New Products
FASTBALL
The Gerber Fastball is an EDC pocket-freindly folding knife, made in America in the Portland, OR facility.
Material-wise the blade is made of S30V steel and the handle is made of anodized aluminum.
The design of the Fastball is very aesthetically pleasing with a slick and minimalist look. The colors are very pleasing too, the stone wash finish is appropriate to the targeted user along with its other main features: stylish, minimalist, practical, efficient, USA made.
With the implementation of the B.O.S.S. Technology with two ball bearings, Gerber has rendered the Fastball a pleasure to open and operate.
the detent ball, has a very positive feedback. The best way to describe it, especially if you have attended SHOT 2019, is to compare it to the Geissele Posi-Lock safety mechanism. This means that the blade doesn’t remain halfway open and always end its travel ,engaging the locking mechanism, making this knife extremely safe for one hand use.
We hope to see this technology slowly being applied to other existing models of the Gerber line.
The size and the shape are great for both every day carry and use.
First Line Equipment |FROG.PRO Operator Belt and Pouches
The use of modular tactical load bearing belts has consistently grown in the past decade. The influence of special operations in tactical training and shooting techniques has brought a very versatile tool in the hands of many users. What is typically referred to as “first line” is, in fact, the primary layer on top of which the users equips himself. This terminology has been applied to professions in which there is a multi-level approach to equipment. In almost all cases the first line is the first to be applied before heading out of the door and the last to be taken off. Different professions require a multi line system for different purposes: Law Enforcement usually add a second-line (chest rig/PC) for special purposes while using the first line (belt) as the main source, on the other hand we usually see the opposite with military applications, in which the belt mounted equipment is a backup for the plate carrier. There are exceptions to this in both professions, for example we see often the positioning of the magazine designated for speed/emergency reloads placed on the belt at the 9 o’clock.
SOFIC 2018 | Mystery Ranch
Mystery Ranch has updated the military line of packs introducing key features for the future and current battlefield applications.
Non IR-Reflective zippers are now common on all packs within the military line.
New safer and more rapid attachment points and harnesses for airborne operations.
SOFIC 2018 | Matbock
The Sheath
This belt features a retractable 4000 lbs Kevlar lanyard with Dyneema stitching. The thin profile of the belt allows the belt to be worn through the belt loops of most combat pants, for a safe use even when leg harnesses are not worn.
Team Wendy and Ops Core Helmet Skins
MATBOCK Skins are a multi-layer adhesive/fabric laminate designed to give the user the ability to camouflage any surface desired. The Skins are waterproof and oil resistant, can be reused multiple times and are certified Near IR Compliant.
LIFT Ladder + Carbon Poles
S-LIFT + Carbon Poles
At 6.5 feet long, the stretcher is long enough to accommodate all operators and has a maximum carrying capacity of 400 lbs for both the operator and his/her gear. The stretcher has 5 handles per side to give each team a multitude of configurations for carrying a downed man. When paired with the Combat Carbon Poles (sold separately), you get the lightest semi-rigid expedient medical litter / stretcher available at only 3.5 lbs total weight. Combat Carbon Poles found here
Additionally, the litter collapses and zips together to form an essential multipurpose lightweight bag for operators to collect items such as Sensitive Site Exploitation (SSE) Material or gear from a downed man. The bag is augmented with a single adjustable strap for easy carry when loaded, a drawstring to secure the bag contents, and is small enough to fold up and be stored in a cargo pocket.
Packs + Plate Carriers
SOFIC 2018 | Beyond Clothing A3 – ALPHA LOCHI JACKET
The A3 Lochi Jacket is designed for active use in cold environments, and is reversible for low-profile use in urban environments. Polartec® Alpha® Insulation transfers moisture away from the body to keep you dry and warm, while the DWR treated nylon ripstop shell protects you from wind and rain. Light, highly compressible, breathable, and fast drying, the A3 Lochi Jacket is a low-profile alternative to the A3 Alpha Jacket.
Details:
- Reversible
- Insulated hood
- Left Internal/Right External chest pocket
- Hand Pockets
- Highly compressible
- Berry Complient
Materials:
- 40D Nylon Ripstop with DWR
- Polartec® Alpha® Insulation – 80g
Benefits:
- Breathable
- Water-Resistant
- Wind-Resistant
Weight: 16.0 oz.
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