Books – Extreme Wilderness Survival
Whilst I was out solo camping over the weekend, I caught up on some reading.
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INDUSTRY NEWS – Crossfire Australia and Qore Performance
Some great news from our old friends Crossfire Australia partnering up with Qore Performance.
Here, both companies have a chinwag about their capabilities and integration of both companies equipment.
It’s a fascinating discussion. I’ll have to acquire one to try out for integrated hydration options.
https://www.qoreperformance.com/
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SNEAK PEEK – Krieger Industries IFAK Pouch
I recently acquired a mini-IFAK (Immediate First Aid Kit) pouch to carry some medical supplies whilst at work or out and about in my daypack.
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SNEAK PEAK – The Field Office
A recent discussion amongst Primary and Secondary moderators had us comparing notebook sizes.
One of the lads had a fairly decent collection of Australian issue Field Notebooks that he acquired whilst deployed and co-located with Australian troops.
It reminded me of my field notebook setup.
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REVIEW – Green Can Lockers
ITEM: Green Can Locker Hardware Kit
MANUFACTURER: Captain Johns Green Can Locker
DESCRIPTION:
Aftermarket hardware that allows a surplus ammunition liner (ammo can) to be locked up with a small padlock.
Posted in Civilian, Military, Miscellaneous Equipment, Weapons usage and accessories by 22F with 2 comments.
REVIEW – MilTemptech Mapping Templates
ITEM: Coordinate Scale and Protractor, and the Warfighting Symbology Stencil
MANUFACTURER: Military Template Technology Pty Ltd
DESCRIPTION:
Navigation aid and map marking stencil.
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REVIEW – Eigar Velo 8 Hydration Pack
ITEM: Velo 8 Hydration Pack
MANUFACTURER: Eiger
DESCRIPTION:
A very basic, bare-bones hydration carrier.
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Posted in Civilian, Miscellaneous Equipment, Short Trip, Specialist by 22F with no comments yet.
REVIEW – Mystery Ranch BASE Frame
ITEM: BASE (Body Armour Support Equipment) Frame
MANUFACTURER: Mystery Ranch
DESCRIPTION:
An accessory for combat body armour that adds comfort and safety by converting a shoulder load into a hip load, thereby increasing comfort and safety of the wearer. 
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Posted in Military, Military Gear, Miscellaneous Equipment, Mystery Ranch by 22F with 2 comments.
REVIEW – Denali Cargo Duffel Bag, 140L
ITEM: Cargo Duffle Bag, 140L
MANUFACTURER: Denali
DESCRIPTION:
Large capacity duffel bag that provides general purpose soft luggage use.
Posted in Civilian, Long Range, Miscellaneous Equipment by 22F with 1 comment.
REVIEW – Snow Peak Hybrid Trail Ti-Silicone Cookset
Snow Peak Hybrid Stock Pic.
Disclaimer: This kit was purchased by the reviewer for their personal use & assessment. There was no financial compensation or otherwise from external parties.
Posted in Gear, Miscellaneous Equipment by Benny with 2 comments.