Announcement: Comms problems
Just a quick one to let you all know that we’re experiencing some communications/IT/techo problems here at the moment. For some inexplicable reason, my Packs and Beyond email address isn’t...
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So… you think you can design? (Part 3)
I’m really pleased to announce the latest milestone for this project. Previously mentioned HERE and HERE. Partly because I’m such a Luddite, and partly because my brain has difficulty staring at...
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REVIEW – Techvest Underground Load Bearing Vest
ITEM: Tech Vest Underground Load Bearing Vest MANUFACTURER: Tech Vest Australia Pty Ltd DESCRIPTION: A load-bearing vest intended for use in underground mining, based upon the South African M83 Assault...
View ArticleIndustry News – High Range Outdoors
Our friends at High Range Outdoors have some great news to reveal. The first one is new product – a small 12L pack. The second one is development of a new quick release buckle. Both are really exciting...
View ArticleSo… you think you can design? (Part 4)
We’ve crossed some more important phaselines on this project since our last announcement seen HERE. . Part of my goals and beliefs in life are to offer mentoring and development of others (especially...
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Sneak Peak: Camelbak Rubicon
Thanks to our friends at Military Gear – Enoggera, we were able to briefly examine the Camelbak Rubicon. . It looks like a really nice and well built design, that should be better than other options...
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So… you think you can design? (Part 5)
Since our last announcement HERE, we have another announcement to share about our M-Lok compatible fore-arm for the Marlin 336. . The second prototype (Prototype 1B) has been completed via 3D printing....
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Sneak Peek: Crossfire DG-16
Our friends at Crossfire Australia have sent their latest generation patrol pack for me to examine. It’s pretty exciting to see this one, since I’ve played a small role in design development. . . More...
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REVIEW – ADA Large Assault Pack
ITEM: Pack, Large Assault MANUFACTURER: ADA (Australian Defence Apparel) DESCRIPTION: An external frame, dismounted combat pack. This was the pack that was selected as the winner of the latest SCE...
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Sneak Peek – High Range Outdoors SR20 Ver2
Our friends at High Range Outdoors are in the process of releasing their 2nd version of their SR20 pack. . Lightweight contoured straps, a rolltop closure in conjuction with a floating lid, a useful...
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Sneak Peek – High Range Outdoors Bolt 12
Another item that we’ve had opportunity to play with from our friends at High Range Outdoors. . A small, specialist pack intended for assault or E&E (or “Do the Bolt” in Australian parlance). . For...
View ArticlePROJECT INPUT SOUGHT – Medic Packs
Team, I have some amazing news and opportunity for you all. A well known, upstanding, popular commercial designer and longtime supporter to this site has commenced a project to provide the best...
View ArticlePROJECT INPUT SOUGHT – Weapons Carrier Pack
Team, I have some amazing news and opportunity for you all. A well known, upstanding, popular commercial designer and longtime supporter to this site has commenced a project to provide the best...
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REVIEW – High Range Outdoors SR20 Ver2
ITEM: SR20 Version 2 MANUFACTURER: High Range Outdoors DESCRIPTION: A short range (hence the SR designator in the name) small pack of 20L capacity. . . REVIEW NOTES: The SR20 has been graciously...
View ArticleSeasons Greetings – 2016
It’s been pretty busy around here, so let me take this opportunity to wish all of you, our readers, followers and supporters a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Please be safe whilst enjoying...
View ArticleSHOT Show 2017 – The Lead-up
Get ready Las Vegas! After a hiatus of several years, Packs and Beyond will be attending SHOT Show in Las Vegas. I’ll give my customary report of stuff that interested me as has been seen in previous...
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REVIEW – High Range Outdoors Bolt12
ITEM: Bolt 12 MANUFACTURER: High Range Outdoors DESCRIPTION: A small daypack that can be used as an Escape & Evasion pack. . . REVIEW NOTES: The Bolt12 has been graciously supplied by High Range...
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SHOT Show Round-Up: Part 1
SHOT Show 2017 was held on 17-20 January, with a range day on the 16th. After a hiatus of several years, due to real life getting in the way, Packs and Beyond had an opportunity to attend thanks to a...
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SHOT Show Round-Up: Part 2
In Part 1 of my SHOT Show Round-up (seen HERE), we looked at Range Day. Now, we continue the series by commencing a look at products and company’s that drew my eye. . KITFOX DESIGN GROUP One of the...
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SHOT Show Round-Up: Part 3
The third part of my adventures at SHOT Show. . Rock Solid Industries This is a small company dedicated to revamping and updating old classics such as the Mosin Nagant and Swiss K31 rifles with...
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