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DG16 (85L) Long Range Patrol Pack Made by Soldiers for Soldiers
The DG16 embodies everything we have learnt in three decades. Materials science, ergonomics, systems integration, all with soldier feedback.
Chris Bamman Tests out the Crossfire DG8 in Wetland Conditions Australian Adventurer Chris Bamman gives the new DG8 a thorough test as he camps overnight in local wetlands. View the pack in action.
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Max of MVT Reviews the DG3 Max is a tactical trainer and author, a professional soldier with extensive experience in British elite forces and as a paramilitary contractor. Since 2013, Max has run Max Velocity Tactical (MVT), a training company conceived to offer professional combat training for responsible citizens. Here he provides training for US Special Operations […]
One would think that a country’s soldiers would be afforded the very best equipment that could be provided. Up until 2001, Australia like a number of our close allies received the very best training in the world, some of the most advanced weaponry, but the worst large field packs. In the field, the soldier’s packs […]
Learning from the past is important as they say otherwise you’ll repeat the same mistakes. Can we learn from old traditional designs, or techniques and apply them to modern design? Are all earlier design’s and technology inferior? External frame backpacks are interesting not only of their more versatile modularity but also because the structural component […]
View the breach of over 20 elements in less than 45 seconds. This will give you a glimpse of our tactical breaching systems capabilities and the broad operational experience standing behind them. SAN breaching, for when every second counts. Crossfire is Proud to be the Sole Agent for SAN Pty Ltd. in Australia Crossfire is […]
Backpacking Backpackers travel for distance rather than for the purpose of summiting mountains, though both backpacking and peak-bagging might be done on the same trip. This type of travel allows you to access remote areas on your own power. Trips may range from a couple of days to months depending on your objective. Seasoned backpackers recommend carrying […]
Most of us master shoe-tying in primary school and don’t give our laces much thought after that. If your boots start to wear on your feet in uncomfortable ways, though, you’ll be glad to learn a few new lacing tricks that could help improve your comfort. Here are three simple ways to lace your boots […]
Light Assault Boots Light models with flexible midsoles are excellent for a fast-moving environment that requires support but not at the cost of excessive weight. Critical areas such as the outside shank area, sole compound ( Think VIBRAM) and abrasion level? Is it a European or Hot climate boot (ie inner booties). Does it have […]
Gone are the days when backpacking and hiking consisted of strapping on a huge external frame and lumbering through the sticks or up to a mountain in the back blocks with an aching body. Trends in backpacks these days err towards minimalism and thoughtful, ergonomic design with the use of the latest and greatest in […]
Duty belt discomfort is a common complaint and a significant health and safety issue for uniformed police personnel. Pain in the low back, hip and pelvis can be caused by pressure exerted by the edges of the duty belt, holster shank and other equipment attached to the belt. Further compounding the problem is the length […]
