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Helikon-Tex Launches Chocolate Chip Desert Pattern for 2026 Each year Helikon-Tex introduces a classic camouflage pattern to their line up of modern combat clothing and equipment. For 2026 it’s the US 6-Color Desert Pattern, popularly referred to as “Chocolate Chip” due to its distinctive coloration. Developed in the wake of the series of the Arab-Israeli conflicts of the 60s & 70s, the pattern was based on research conducted in the US southwest with its rocky desert environment rather than the vast sand dunes of the Arabian peninsula. This logic explains its distinctive construction: six colors and very specific “chips.” The…

Not only are all Jeep 4xe vehicles cancelled, but all Chrysler, Dodge, and Alfa Romeo plug-in hybrids (PHEV) are as well. This change in powertrain offerings across all Stellantis brands is effective immediately, as there will now be no 2026 PHEVs. Rumors spread fast online yesterday about Stellantis cancelling all PHEVs, so I reached out directly to a spokesperson with the brand. “Stellantis continually evaluates its product strategy to meet evolving customer needs and regulatory requirements. With customer demand shifting, Stellantis will phase out plug‑in hybrid (PHEV) programs in North America beginning with the 2026 model year, and focus on…

As shooters, we have never had so much information on firearms, ammunition and the variety of training concepts available to us. We can attend a class taught by a world-class shooter one weekend and the next by an elite combat veteran of the U.S. military. Then there’s online video sources advocating nearly an endless array of training ideas, drills and methods. Let’s not forget standard shooting positions ranging from prone, kneeling and sitting in addition to standing. This doesn’t even touch upon the vital self-defense skills of drawing our holstered concealed handguns, getting in-time, on-time hits on targets, and then…

L4 Performance – LAWS Weighing in at 380g (size Large) LAWS was designed as a lightweight yet rigid harness for the Crye Precision AWS and their own Maritime L4PC. It’s offered in a variety of colors and patterns including Black, Coyote, Ranger Green, MultiCam, MC Black, MC Tropic, Woodland and M05 in sizes Small, Medium, and Large. Available now at www.l4performance.com/product-page/lavs. This entry was posted on Friday, January 9th, 2026 at 13:30 and is filed under Armor, Load Carrying. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can skip to the end and leave…

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day lands on Friday, January 9th, and the FirstSpear THIN BLUE LINE T-SHIRT is built to represent those who stand watch when it matters most. This is a no-nonsense way to show respect for the men and women in law enforcement who run toward the problem, hold the line, and keep pushing through the hard days. Whether you’re training, on the range, off-duty, or just moving through the day, this shirt is designed for comfort and everyday wear without sacrificing the message behind it. The Thin Blue Line graphic says exactly what it needs to—support, unity,…

Photo: Massaro Media Group.Griffin & Howe is rekindling and reinventing a storied flame.Pulling up to the spacious Hudson Farm facility in northern New Jersey to celebrate the Griffin & Howe Centennial, I was immediately impressed with the sheer scope of the operation. In addition to the huge showroom, there were meeting halls, what amounts to a small hotel, a full farming operation and—most intriguing—the Griffin & Howe Gunsmithing Shop.While most rifle historians will be immediately familiar with the Griffin & Howe name—as their famous sidemount and customized rifles have received accolades for decades—many of the younger generation are likely unfamiliar.…

The reaction to the 2026 National Park annual passes has been mixed, to say the least. When the Interior Department released its new design in November, many longtime passholders were surprised. There was no native flora and fauna, which had long dominated the passes’ aesthetic design. Instead, the passes included a photo of President Trump next to a portrait of George Washington. For many supporters of President Trump, another visage of the nation’s 47th president was perhaps a welcome sight. But the change drew plenty of negative reactions from many park lovers, including those opposed to the administration’s layoffs and…

Today CRKT has released it’s brand new for 2026 product lineup, and it’s enormous, with brand new models, exciting variations, and options galore – all courtesy of the company’s expansive roster of outside design collaborators. M16 Balisong Yep, you read that right: for 2026, CRKT is bring Kit Carson’s legendary M16 folder into the balisong genre, complete with a 3.38-inch MagnaCut blade, titanium handles, and an impressively low carry weight of 2.6 oz. If you want something with a bit more traditional tactical flair, there’s also a tanto option available. Counterpart Designed by Ken Onion, the Counterpart is a pared…

Socks are easy to take for granted — unless you regularly pound the pavement or trot on the trail. Runners’ feet put in dozens, maybe hundreds, of miles every month, so it pays to take care of them with the best running socks available. Socks have evolved from plain cotton sweat-soppers to highly technical, sport-specific pieces of gear designed by and for runners. We looked around and put in hundreds of miles on pavement and trails to find you the best running socks in the game. We found excellent running socks for warm weather, long-distance runs, compression, and more. Right…

FORT BRAGG, N.C. – Since assuming the Army’s top civilian role, Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll has made one message abundantly clear: the Army must innovate faster, transform deeper, and fundamentally accelerate the pace of acquisition if it intends to win the wars of tomorrow. During an address at the Association of the United States Army’s annual conference in October, Driscoll underscored the urgency behind his vision. “Nobody can predict the next war,” he said, “but we cannot wait to innovate until Americans are dying on the battlefield. We must act now to enable our Soldiers.” XVIII Airborne Corps…