Author: Tony Grist
CTOMS Launches X-Belt Padding System Gen III Edmonton, Alberta, Canada – January 22, 2026 – CTOMS Inc. is excited to announce the launch of the X-Belt™ Padding System (PS) Gen III, the latest advancement to their classic low-profile, high-performance battle belt. The X-Belt PS Gen III is a streamlined outer duty belt with laser-cut MOLLE, designed for maximum comfort under full operational loads while being lighter and more durable than previous generations. Its low-profile padding is hook-and-loop adjustable, allowing a precise fit across a range of waist sizes and seasonal/operational clothing layers. The X-Belt PS Gen III integrates seamlessly with…
SHOT Show 26 – Crye Precision G3 Cut Resistant (CR) Combat Shirt & Pant Developed for the British Prison Service, the CR variant of the G3 uniform offers ISO 13997 Level D/EN 388 Level 2 cut resistance using high-performance, Dyneema-blended jersey material in key areas such as groin, thighs, chest. and underarms. Additionally, the ensemble integrates the new AIRFLEX pads. Offered in sizes: Shirts: XS – 3XL in short – x long lengths Pants: 26 – 46 in short – x long lengths Black and Grey colors. Read the full article here
SHOT Show 26 – SureFire XC3 Sub Weapon Light The SureFire XC3 Sub weapon light is powered by an included SFRCR123 rechargeable lithium battery, generating 1,000 lumens of white light and 13,000 candela shaped by a parabolic reflector for positive target identification up to 228 meters in low-light environments. www.surefire.com/xc3-sub-weaponlight Read the full article here
On Thursday, Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives, narrowly defeated a Democratic-backed resolution that would have “direct[ed] the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from Venezuela unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted,” blocking the latest effort to limit President Donald Trump’s ability to take further military action without congressional approval. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox House Republican leaders kept the vote open for more than 20 minutes to allow Representative Wesley Hunt (R-TX) to return to the Capitol and cast the deciding vote…
SHOT Show 26 – Arc’teryx PRO Tactician Uniforms Arc’teryx PRO gave us a preview of the upcoming Tactician series of combat uniforms. They will be offered in non melt/no drip AR weight as well as an SV version for severe weather. Details coming this spring. Read the full article here
President Donald Trump signaled a possible diplomatic opening with Iran on Thursday, following weeks of unrest inside the country and sharp warnings from Washington that military force could be used. Nationwide protests erupted in Iran late last month over economic deterioration and the rial’s record depreciation, prompting the Trump administration to warn that any lethal crackdown by Tehran—or a resumption of its nuclear program—could trigger U.S. military strikes. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox “Iran does want to talk, and we’ll talk,” Trump said at a Board of Peace Charter signing ceremony on the sidelines of…
LAS VEGAS, NV. – Blue Force Gear, Inc., the world leader in load carriage equipment innovation, is proud to announce the recipients of their 2025 Partner Awards. These awards recognize outstanding performance, commitment, and dedication to promoting the Blue Force Gear brand worldwide. The 2025 Awards span domestic and international categories, recognizing partners who have gone above and beyond in supporting Blue Force Gear’s mission to deliver cutting-edge load carriage solutions to professionals in the shooting sports, hunting, military, and law enforcement industries. 2025 Award Recipients: 2025 Commercial Distributor of the Year – Awarded to RSR for exceptional distribution performance…
FirstSpear Friday Focus: New Low Visibility Plate Carrier (LVPC) The FirstSpear Low Visibility Plate Carrier (LVPC) is engineered for military, law enforcement, and special operations personnel who require ballistic protection without a visible tactical footprint. The LVPC provides a lightweight, durable, and flexible platform capable of withstanding operational demands while maintaining all-day comfort. Its low-profile construction is optimized for plainclothes, surveillance, and covert operations where remaining unnoticed is critical. The carrier maintains a close-to-body fit, minimizing bulk and a streamlined exterior reduces visual signature while preserving mission-essential functionality. Modular integration allows operators to scale their loadout based on threat level…
FORT POLK, La. — The Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk hosted their first Innovation Industrial Conference, Jan. 14–15, bringing together defense industry vendors and Army modernization experts to support efforts to modernize JRTC’s Transformation in Contact initiative. The two-day conference focused on electromagnetic warfare, unmanned aerial systems, unmanned ground vehicles, artificial intelligence, command and control, and intelligence and fires integration. More than 40 defense industry vendors from across the country participated, showcasing technologies aligned with concepts developed by the JRTC Innovative Modernization Equipping Group. Vendors included Interference Management and Cancellation International, ORKID, Farada Group and EagleNXT. Representatives from…
New 1,000-acre manufacturing campus will invest more than $220 million, create 300+ high-paying jobs, and generate over $650 million in economic impact for New Mexico RIO RANCHO, N.M., Jan. 21, 2026 — Castelion today announced the launch of Project Ranger, a 1,000-acre hypersonic manufacturing campus in Sandoval County, designed to support high-cadence production of hypersonic strike systems. The project will create approximately 300 high-paying manufacturing jobs and represent more than $220 million in private investment, with an estimated $650 million in economic impact for New Mexico over the next decade. The Project Ranger groundbreaking, attended by New Mexico Governor Michelle…