Tag: SHOT Show

Sunday Q&A: Safariland Bike Team Trainer Troy Gielish Talks Patrol Bike

What the pros racers ride in mountain bike races is often unlike any bicycle most consumers will ride. But another type of pro rides a very serious bike – namely the patrol officer. This year Safariland and Kona introduced a Patrol Bike 29er for bicycle patrol officers. It was unveiled earlier this year at SHOT Show in January, and officially introduced at the International Police Mountain Bike Show Association Conference in May.

Troy Gielish, Safariland Bike Team Trainer and LE officer tells us what’s special about this bike. Continue reading Sunday Q&A: Safariland Bike Team Trainer Troy Gielish Talks Patrol Bike

SHOT Show: Turn the iPhone into an iScope

We missed Meopta USA at SHOT Show last month, but we heard about the MeoPix mount that the company introduced at the show. This is an adapter that allows an iPhone to be attached to a spotting scope essentially making an iScope. The handset connects easily to ultra-zoom scopes so users can record video or take photos of their shots. This makes for a very clever way to review your shots at the range.

Meopta USA Official Website

Thursday Reading List (1/26/2012)

Outdoor Retailer Show Growing!

Welcome to the Thursday reading list. The trade shows continue, we’ve already seen new products come out of the Consumer Electronics Show and SHOT Show and it seems that this week’s Outdoor Retailer Show is outgrowing its home in Salt Lake City reports KSL.com, which noted (video above):

The Salt Palace Convention Center has expanded twice to host the show. The outdoor industry, and all the products associated with it, just keeps growing, and more and more companies want to be a part of this show every year. It’s kind of a nice problem to have, companies say.

SHOT SHOW 2012: Under Armor Controls Smells

There is no denying that when heading to the great outdoors most people will come back home smelling worse for it. This is part of the outdoor experience, and in a way if you don’t smell bad you probably didn’t do enough. That’s true for fitness, but sometimes a strong scent won’t just have your loved one sending you to the shower, for hunters it can keep the prey away.

At SHOT Show in Las Vegas Under Armor, a leader in athletic performance apparel are introducing new Zeolite-based UA Scent Control Technology in its 2012 Whitetail Collection. This helps hunters remain undetected when in the field via a silver anti-microbial that promises to last 10 times longer than commonly used carbon-based technologies. There is a saying that some predators can smell fear, but now the hunted won’t smell the hunters! Press Release after the jump

SHOT Show: Zombie Kit

While the notion of a zombie apocalypse is likely (and hopefully) just a thing for movies and TVs, the popularity of it clearly is having an impact in the real world. At this week’s SHOT Show in Las Vegas Otis Technology, is introducing the Zombie Gun Cleaning System, which is designed to clean all 5.56MM rifles, 9MM and 45 caliber pistols, and 12 gauge shotguns.

There isn’t anything here that will actually stop the walking dead – for that a good firearm will of course do, at least if movies and TV are to be believed. But the kit does pack everything you’d need to keep your firearms ready just in case you do need to take on a zombie. Continue reading SHOT Show: Zombie Kit

SHOT Show: Tenzing Bag Packs It In

Having the right bag for all your outdoor needs is a tall order, but the Tenzing TZ 2220 is up to the challenge. The bag is just four pounds, yet offers storage capacity of more than 2,200 cubic inches.

It features 1111 total compartments and six specialized zip pockets, along with a side pack that is H2O compatible (2-liter) with a hydration port, while two compression straps on the lower part enable additional attachments of more gear. The TZ 2220 also features advanced strength panels reinforced with Dyneema to ensure an incredibly light yet rip/ puncture resistant. Time to pack it in!

Tenzing Outdoors Official Website

SHOT Show: Shields Up

Last week CES, this week SHOT Show and impressively LOKSAK is at both. We were introduced to them a year ago when we first saw their innovative plastic bags that are made to protect a wallet, mobile phone or other small item from the elements. The bags are a little more durable than your off-the-shelf sandwich bags, and fit nicely in a pocket for cycling, running or skiing.

So what’s new? Try the SHIELDSAK on for size, a flexible bag that is made of R.F. shield fabric that will protect devices from electronic signals. This isn’t so much meant for blocking a phone from getting tracked – for that you could turn it off. But if you’re worried about the data chips in your passport or credit card from being scanned this will ensure the shields are up and the scanning can’t get through. This works with any RFID type of chips, so if you’re worried about what might be scanned or tracked, this will ensure it is protected.

LOKSAK Official Website

SHOT Show: Muck it Up

The great outdoors are great, but not on the feet. For those who like to rip the terrain with all-terrain vehicles chances are the feet take ripping too. Now Muck Boots is introducing the first rubber boot designed for all-terrain enthusiasts. These feature a micro fleece liner to absorb moisture and keep riders warm and dry. The boots are also designed to be durable and yet lightweight, and most importantly will keep mud and muck out. Continue reading SHOT Show: Muck it Up

SHOT Show Preview: Magellan eXplorist GPS Line to Expand

While this week’s Consumer Electronics Show promises to offer some new products (and if you’ve been checking out the site you’ve seen CES has been loaded with stuff), those looking to go exploring will find it with Magellan’s latest eXplorist 110 Handheld GPS Device, the newest sibling to the 710 (above). The eXplorist 110, which is being officially unveiled at next week’s SHOT Show will reportedly be ready to use, right out of the box. Continue reading SHOT Show Preview: Magellan eXplorist GPS Line to Expand

Thursday Reading List (1/12/2012)

 

While we were are the Consumer Electronics Show this week, across the pond – that would be the Atlantic Ocean – another trade show was happening, this would be the London Bike Show. Fortunately our friends at BikeRadar.com were there:

London Bike Show 2012: Mountain Bike Round-up

Continue reading Thursday Reading List (1/12/2012)

SHOT Show Preview: Wiley X WX Valor Marks the Spot

The 2012 SHOT Show is just two weeks away, and we offer a peak at the new WX Valor protective eyewear from Wiley X, the newest addition to the Changeable Series. Designed for hunters and shooting sports enthusiasts, the WX Valor promise an unparalleled level of vision protection, optical performance and versatility.

These new Rx-ready glasses combine style with the popular half-frame design, making these equally appropriate for serious shooting, sports activities or just socializing. The new WX Valor features the ANSI-Z87.1-2003 Impact Standards rating as well as U.S. Military Specifications for combat eyewear (MIL-PRF-31013). This new line can also easily adapt to a wide variety of tasks and light conditions. Continue reading SHOT Show Preview: Wiley X WX Valor Marks the Spot

SHOT Show: SOG Shows Its Edge In The Contractor Series

Doing the job right starts with using the right tool, and at last week’s SHOT Show in Las Vegas, SOG Knives introduced four tools for the Contractor series, and these are designed specifically for tradesman and those who know that knives are more for just cutting stuff. The company’s line also included the Nautical precision multi-tool, which is geared for underwater digging, prying and scraping, as well as the Force, a nearly foot-long knife for long-duration uses.

In the Contractor series the company builds on its nearly 25 years of experience as the supplier of knives and tools for industrial, contractor and DIY markets, and this year’s four knives are ideal for those who like a bit of adventure as well. These four knives feature multi-bladed lockback, holes/notches for stripping wire and G10 or aluminum grips as well as razor sharp blades. The line will be out in spring of this year. Here are the highlights:

The Contractor I (MSRP: $48.00) will feature notches for stripping wire, one handed opening and aluminum grips.
The Contractor II (MSRP: $48.00) offers a lockback design, sheepsfoot blade shape, G10 grips and one handed opening.
The Contractor III (MSRP: $55.00) is a multi-bladed lockback with G10 grips and one handed opening.
The Contractor IV (MSRP: $55.00) has a lockback design with hooked blade shape, G10 grips and one handed opening.

SOG Specialty Knives & Tools New Products For 2011 Official Site

SHOT Show: Universal Combat Shirt

This shirt is strong enough for soldiers on the front line, so while it is a bit pricier than other base layers, you know it is going to stand up to some true extremes. Massif has been producing the US Army issue Army Combat Shirt, and now the company has introduced the commercial Universal Combat Shirt, which is based on the ACS.

The UCS is designed for wear under armor – should you require armor that is – and it even provides flame protection, making this ideal for search and rescue teams, and others that might find themselves in such hazardous conditions. It features FR stretch fabrics that are still lightweight, breathable and even highly wicking to keep the sweat off you.

So what is the big difference between this and the ACS? For one the new shirts are available in a wider range of colors, including tan, OD and MultiCam – sorry, it is still military styled so you’re going to get those military colors. But it still features the low-profile shoulder pockets to provide easy access to gear, with durable mesh pocket bags to increase ventilation and flat seams that won’t chafe under armor or other layers.

UCS at Massif.com