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Knoxville, TN — Qore Performance, Inc. announces the launch of ICEPLATE® Driver Harness, a specialized wearable thermoregulation and hydration system purpose-built for the unique demands of seated vehicle operation. By utilizing ICEPLATE® Gen 3 as its core engine, ICEPLATE® Driver Harness delivers 70 watts of cooling, 52 watts of heating, and 52.4 fl oz (1.55 L) of drinkable water in a front-mounted configuration that keeps the driver’s back completely flush against the seat. ICEPLATE® Driver Harness represents a paradigm shift in vehicle cooling, moving the cooling / heating system from the vehicle to the human. Unlike traditional air conditioning, this…

Arizona is already home to three national parks, and soon, it may be getting another. This week, legislators introduced bills in Congress to designate Chiricahua National Monument as a national park. What Is Chiricahua National Monument? Located about 120 miles from Tucson, Ariz., Chiricahua National Monument was created in 1924. The crowning glory of the mountainous 10,000-acre area is its striking rock towers and pinnacles. There are 17 miles of hiking trails, and horseback riding is also popular. An 8-mile scenic drive offers sweeping vistas of Bonita Canyon. According to data from the National Park Service (NPS), over 62,000 people…

Lindsey Vonn’s Olympic ambitions might be in jeopardy. The 41-year-old skier was racing in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, on Friday, Jan. 30, at the final World Cup stop before Olympic training starts next week, when she lost control and crashed. Vonn was visibly hurt and airlifted to a nearby hospital for treatment. Vonn was the third skier to crash on the Crans-Montana course, which had already been shortened due to poor conditions. The race was canceled after her accident. The extent of Vonn’s injuries remains unknown. However, her coach, two-time Olympic champion Aksel Lund Svindal, shared some details with Reuters. “She has…

When the LA Police Gear team set out to create a pant that could rival top-tier tactical pants and combat pants, we knew we needed to push the boundaries. These combat pants had to excel in quality, fabric choice, functionality, comfort, and long-lasting durability. Years of development, countless samples, rigorous testing, feedback from wear tests, and numerous iterations have resulted in our finest product yet at LAPG. We’ve achieved all this while keeping the cost affordable. Introducing the ACP, our Atlas Combat Pants. Let’s explore what makes these pants exceptional. Cordura NYCO Extreme Ripstop Fabric We started by selecting the…

By Eugene Nielsen Posted in #Gear Editor’s Note: In this Skallywag Tactical Riptide review, author Eugene Nielsen takes a stab at evaluating an intriguing new knife. The tanto version of the knife was provided to the author by the company for this review. The author states, “All opinions are my own and are based on my personal experience with the product.” Skallywag Tactical is a U.S. veteran-owned company that has developed several innovative knives. The company has recently added to its lineup with its new Riptide family of hard-use tactical fixed-blade knives. The Riptide family of knives…

Echo Core is a new suppressor company, and they came out swinging. These are Silencer Shop exclusives with five models launching, including two 5.56 cans, two .30 cal options, and a modular multi-cal suppressor. What makes them different is what’s happening inside. The Sector 5.56 and Sector 5.56 Compact are fully 3D-printed Inconel suppressors using a helical flow-through baffle system. Instead of straight-through gas and that familiar hiss, gas moves through corkscrew-style channels designed to reduce back pressure while keeping a deep, clean tone. And the results speak loud and clear. At the 2025 Silencer Summit, the Sector 5.56 full…

XS Sights has introduced more products to fit different handgun makes and models. Among its latest releases are the company’s optics mounting plates and fiber-optic sights to fit a range of Smith & Wesson handguns. XS Sights Optics plates are CNC milled from steel and finished with a black-nitride finish. Currently, XS plates accommodate the Aimpoint ACRO and Trijicon RMR footprints. Both of these optics footprints represent two of the most common mounting standards on the market, especially in terms of duty and defensive carry options. XS Sights fiber-optic sights feature a robust design with a slightly wider green fiber-optic…

Brand interest for company’s X-Pac® Tactical fabric builds momentum following strong 2025 salesLast week, Dimension-Polyant participated at the 2026 SHOT Supplier Showcase in Las Vegas, where the company presented its advanced X-Pac® Tactical fabrics. “We are still on a bit of a high from the positive energy of the show along with the consistent flow of brands and industry attendees who stopped by our booth to learn more about our innovative fabric solutions for the tactical market,” said James Lang, Sales Manager, Dimension-Polyant X-Pac® Tactical. “It was our strongest Supplier Showcase to date and a great way to start the…

FirstSpear Friday Focus: Multi Climate Glove (MCG) The MULTI CLIMATE GLOVE (MCG) is designed for situations where maximum manipulation and tactility are essential while still protecting your digits. It features a brushed microfiber suede palm that provides a soft yet durable surface for reliable performance. A digital texture on the palm enhances grip, giving users better control in demanding environments.  The back of the glove is constructed from a premium polyester soft shell material, offering flexibility and comfort. Because of its lightweight design, the MCG feels almost like you are not wearing a glove at all.  Its breathable fit helps reduce…

Shadow Systems has just announced the AXIO pistol line, designed around a steel chassis for enhanced controllability and recoil management.As popular as Glock pistols are, many shooters have always felt that they’re lacking in certain departments. This gave rise to a huge industry entirely dedicated to improving them with aftermarket components and modifications. It also resulted in companies like Shadow Systems that iterated on the design to build their own pistols with improvements throughout the whole gun. The company’s different models have garnered an excellent reputation among concealed carriers, duty users and even competitors over the years, but the latest…