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Read all 41 pages of this post and would like to add my observations: Just exchanged some older combats shirts and got 2x sets of the ICU. I actually went down a size due to the fit of the chest area, the elastic on the sides and the "action back" in the shoulder area. The converged combats...

Carbon-14-Thanks for the info. I truly believe that opening the airfield would have a good benefit for army usage. Perhaps even when leaving on tour the family would be able to see the member get on the plane not to mention the logistical side. Anyway we will have to wait and see. Thanks for...

I'm sorry if this is not in the correct area. I have also done a search but did not have any luck. I wanted to ask out there if anyone knows if the Runway at Edmonton Garrison  is going to be reopened. I have been told by 2 coworkers who heard it from their wives that work as civies on base. I...

Geo-My apologize for not being clear, what i meant regarding the A frames is that i will be surprised if any have them due to DND usually cutting costs. It would be limited quantity on each 5th - 10th truck for qualified pers to use them only. Hope this clarifies the issue. With your comments...

This bring up a point that I would like to make. The MSVS MILCOTS seems as though it will be a good addition to meet our needs in Canada. What bugs me though, is that it probably won't have this A frame that is handy to have or a even a winch. 1 in 20 trucks might have a winch. There just never...

Was browsing the internet and found this. I did a search on the forum and found that no one has posted this info. I understand this thread is old but rather then starting a new one, i figure this is the best bet. I think some medics might be interested if they have not seen this...

I usually don't post many comments as I usually just read them however I would like to add a few comments on this topic: I watched the movie a week ago. I also read the book in 2004. The book went into more detail but you can't cover everything in a movie. I believe the movie did a good job...

Arming Border guards is a step in the right direction. Finally tools to do their job and get respect they need. Lets be honest, people will take them more seriously now that they are armed. This is similar to the Transit police now being armed with Translink. Definitely a step in the right...

Was in Edmonton 2 days ago. I was returning my Tan Kit. I saw TF 108 getting their Rain Jackets. Boy am I jealous but I know they need it more than me. I wish I was deploying on TF 108 rather than been deployed on TF 107 so i would get the rain gear. I know that is a terrible excuse lol. I...

The origin of: Snow shoes on, snow shoes off.

I noticed that when i got issued my kit for Afghanistan, the entitlement for the CADPAT AR Boonie hats had increased to 2. That makes sense as you sweat and need to wash it. I wonder if they will ever increase the CADPAT TW  one too. It would be nice to have a second one so you can send one in...

Finally! I was wondering when they would do this! Temporary issuing the Tac Vest was a pain in the butt for a PL to sort out.

Librarian-You are the resident expert so you know more than me, but I swear he had the modified pants. It had the zipper bottom. Perhaps he lucked out or it was issued to him by mistake. He did get them out of Gagetown Clothing so who knows! 8)

As this thread is about Making Combat clothes better, I will post this info. Our Fleece, as far as I know is part of our Combat clothing. I know someone who got the pants issued so I take it these "upgrades" have been done and are in the system. I take it we will have to wait until our "older...

As far as TAC VEST Mods, aside from the issue of current Mag capacity, does anyone have complaints about the use of Fastex to secure the mags.  The reason i ask is in most of the photos I have seen of soldiers in Afghanistan, the Fastex buckles are not used and they only use the Velcro to secure...