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While roaming the isles of SHOT 2008 I stumbled across a little both with a massive amount of great gear from several different categories. Once inside I began to recognize the brand, BCB International. BCB is headquartered in the UK and makes all types of survival equipment and also provides training abroad.
For about an hour I was entertained by Christopher Brooks the International Sales Manager for BCB and Rick Shores the Marketing Coordinator for Best Glide Aviation Survival Equipment. Best Glide is the largest importer of BCB products in the US.
Of all the interesting kit I was shown the thing that got my attention was the new Husky Jacket, a double layer thermal jacket. The outer is a polyamide rip stop which is shower proof and highly breathable.
The inner soft fleece material is best worn next to the skin. It has a high wicking quality even after many washings. Hence it will dissipate any moisture and perspiration for rapid dispersal and efficient moisture transmission.
What initially drew me to the Husky was the venting and pockets it had. There were the typical armpit zips for venting as well as zippers up the sides. The side zippers not only allow additional venting but offer more freedom of movement as well as better weapon access.
About a month ago I received an XL Husky Jacket from Rick Shores for T&E. I was relieved by the full cut of the Husky since I normally wear a XXL. I knew the day I got it that I was going to be able to run it through its paces since it was pouring out. This would be the case for the entire next weekend as well. I find that on an average I am about 20 degrees warmer than anyone else. The only thing I hate worse than being hot is getting wet. The Husky allows me to regulate both.
The Husky has the following features-
· Quick drying
· Lightweight at 520 grams
· Tabard style with zip neck
· Foldaway integral hood
· Single chest and two hand pockets
· Velcro waist and wrist adjustment tabs
· Elasticized collar
· Soft quiet outer shell
After wearing the Husky I became very interested in knowing the inspiration for the jacket and this is the information I was given-
(Straight from BCB): The Husky was designed for a division based out of Hereford (SAS HQ in UK) & utilized by that team for a specific purpose (not known to us) at the time. It was designed for cold and warm weather, covert, field exercise, and operational use. Because the SAS are split/fractured into different divisions/teams/operations etc. there is rarely an overall procurement requirement for every member of the SAS. The Husky was designed & manufactured to a spec supplied by the aforementioned division in Hereford.
For me the Husky has replaced two other jackets that together could not come close to its performance.
Best Glide will be the importer for the Husky and should have them within 4-5 weeks. The suggested retail is $219.99
www.bestglide.com
www.bcbin.com
For about an hour I was entertained by Christopher Brooks the International Sales Manager for BCB and Rick Shores the Marketing Coordinator for Best Glide Aviation Survival Equipment. Best Glide is the largest importer of BCB products in the US.
Of all the interesting kit I was shown the thing that got my attention was the new Husky Jacket, a double layer thermal jacket. The outer is a polyamide rip stop which is shower proof and highly breathable.
The inner soft fleece material is best worn next to the skin. It has a high wicking quality even after many washings. Hence it will dissipate any moisture and perspiration for rapid dispersal and efficient moisture transmission.
What initially drew me to the Husky was the venting and pockets it had. There were the typical armpit zips for venting as well as zippers up the sides. The side zippers not only allow additional venting but offer more freedom of movement as well as better weapon access.
About a month ago I received an XL Husky Jacket from Rick Shores for T&E. I was relieved by the full cut of the Husky since I normally wear a XXL. I knew the day I got it that I was going to be able to run it through its paces since it was pouring out. This would be the case for the entire next weekend as well. I find that on an average I am about 20 degrees warmer than anyone else. The only thing I hate worse than being hot is getting wet. The Husky allows me to regulate both.
The Husky has the following features-
· Quick drying
· Lightweight at 520 grams
· Tabard style with zip neck
· Foldaway integral hood
· Single chest and two hand pockets
· Velcro waist and wrist adjustment tabs
· Elasticized collar
· Soft quiet outer shell
After wearing the Husky I became very interested in knowing the inspiration for the jacket and this is the information I was given-
(Straight from BCB): The Husky was designed for a division based out of Hereford (SAS HQ in UK) & utilized by that team for a specific purpose (not known to us) at the time. It was designed for cold and warm weather, covert, field exercise, and operational use. Because the SAS are split/fractured into different divisions/teams/operations etc. there is rarely an overall procurement requirement for every member of the SAS. The Husky was designed & manufactured to a spec supplied by the aforementioned division in Hereford.
For me the Husky has replaced two other jackets that together could not come close to its performance.
Best Glide will be the importer for the Husky and should have them within 4-5 weeks. The suggested retail is $219.99
www.bestglide.com
www.bcbin.com
