AXL Advanced Introduces LPX Structural Shoulder Pads A slimmer, contoured profile designed for mobility. WYLIE, TX — AXL Advanced introduces LPX Structural Shoulder Pads, bringing a slimmer fit and contoured profile to its Structural Shoulder Pads family, with the quality and reliability users have come to expect from AXL Advanced. LPX Structural Shoulder Pads combine structural support with a fit that prioritizes mobility. Their hourglass shape contours around larger trapezius muscles and accommodates broader necklines, providing a closer fit around the neck and shoulders. LPX features a structural core, X-Pac wings, and elastic routing tabs, with provisions for organizing communications cables and hydration tubes while maintaining a low profile. The pads are compatible with most plate carrier systems. LPX expands the Structural Shoulder Pads lineup, giving users another option to configure their carrier around their build, equipment, and preferred fit. For those seeking a slimmer setup, LPX emphasizes neckline contour and mobility. Made in the USA, LPX Structural Shoulder Pads weigh 4 ounces per set and are available now for $74.95 in MultiCam, Ranger Green, Coyote Brown, and Black. Each set includes two shoulder pads. Learn more and order at AXL Advanced’s LPX Structural Shoulder Pads product page. AXL Advanced. It’s Advanced for a…
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MoreAUSA 26 – Whippet Unmanned Ground Vehicle The US Army currently has a ratio of about one aircraft for every 39 ground vehicles. I believe that is a good analogue to what we should expect in the future regarding unmanned systems. So if you think drones are everywhere, you ain’t…
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AUSA 26 – High-Cut NG-IHPS Helmet Is Coming I stopped by the Gentex booth and they were exhibiting a high cut version of the Next Gen Integrated Head Protection System helmet issued by the US Army. Apparently, during last month’s Maneuver Conference at Fort Benning, the Army announced plans to…
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The Navy accepted a newly manufactured C-130J-30 Super Hercules aircraft from Lockheed Martin during a ceremony in Marietta, Georgia, Oct. 15, marking the first step toward fielding the future E-130J Phoenix II. The aircraft will serve as the host platform for the Navy’s next-generation “Take Charge and Move Out” mission…
AUSA 26 – Defendtex Defendtex remains one of my favorite companies thanks to their constant innovation. No matter where I see them, they’ve lasted got something new. For AUSA they had the latest version of their Dispenser for the Drone 155 which can act as a mothership for the the…
AUSA 26 – Colt Optics LP5X-P Laser Aiming Device Officially launched back in mid-Summer, the LP5X-P Laser Aiming Device is based on the Brolis Defense model of the same name which is used by several NATO countries. Four co-aligned lasers do the work of an entire aiming suite: a visible…
AUSA 26 – Next Generation Hot Weather Combat Uniform by GORE-TEX Brand GORE-TEX Brand gave us an excellent surprise, woven fabric technology to improve the performance of hot weather uniforms. Although this example is cut like a IHWCU, rumor has it the Army plans to develop a specific uniform for…
AUSA 26 – SIG SAUER Advanced Concepts Demonstrates SPINE SIG’s newest business unit has introduced SPINE the Smart Payload Interface for Next-Gen Equipment. It’s a patented, modular quick-attachment architecture for small Unmanned Aerial Systems offering integrated power (up to 300 a) and data. It can be mounted top or bottom…
