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‘Soldier Systems Daily’ provides an exclusive Sneak Peek of Hyde Definition’s “Pathfinder” BDU

April 23, 2013/0 Comments/in Clothing Manufacturers /by Lawrence

Responding to numerous requests from US retailers, and leveraging from an overseas program we’ve been working on, we recently unveiled our new “Pathfinder” BDU (Battle Dress Uniform) – as detailed exclusively today on Soldier Systems Daily.

We used the popular American ACU-style cut as the starting point for the basic chassis of the uniform, but then added a number of changes and enhancements – such as improved pocket designs. For the pocket flaps we drew on the stylistic heritage of the WWII American paratroopers’ M42 jump suit, and the short-run Hyde Definition “Pioneer” BDU from 2008. Around the back of the trousers, we implemented a more dynamic and practical feature called the “Rapid Access Ditch Pocket” – RAD Pocket for short – in place of the next-to-pointless traditional style pockets. We also made the trousers legs a slightly longer length – and implemented shock cord in the cuffs – for better blousing over boots of a shorter height.

On the jacket we got rid of the ACU’s stiff Velcro-over-loaded collar in favor of a design which is both practical and functional – as well as flexible. We also brought back the practical-tactical outward angled chest pockets of a RAID-style BDU, and incorporated zip-opening bicep pockets.

Watch out for further details soon, in the meantime, check out the article on Soldier Systems Daily.

ROE Apparel engages the market with their GreenZone combat shirt

April 21, 2013/0 Comments/in ROE Apparel /by Lawrence

Rules Of Engagement Apparel, or ROE Apparel as its more commonly known, is a new sister brand to QP Gear that focuses on developing niche garment products for the professional-level user.

First up is their prototype of the ever-popular combat shirt style. The ROE interpretation combines a wicking, stretchy fabric torso, mock turtleneck and wrist cuffs with PenCott camouflage sleeves. A couple of features that are especially noteworthy about their design are the mesh panels in the armpit and underarm areas and the breathable mesh covered elbow pad inserts – as well as their use of GreenZone-pattern “Quiet Loop” on the bicep pockets.

ROE Apparel’s website will be launched soon, but in the meantime you can “Like” them on Facebook to keep up to date with developments.

QP Gear launches lower-priced ACU-style PenCott uniforms

April 11, 2013/0 Comments/in Clothing Manufacturers, QP Gear /by Lawrence

QP Gear provides 100% US-made soft goods that are manufactured to order, offering the best fit and customization available. After great success with PenCott patterns in their existing product lines, they felt the need to provide the market with a matching uniform as well.

Until now, the only available uniforms in these patterns cost over $100 per piece and sometimes ranged all the way up to $200 per piece. While there is a purpose and market for such items, QP Gear also felt that there is a need for a lower cost option with the basic ACU/BDU features.

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