SHOT Show 2012: New Massif Civilian Collection

Massif if best known for it's performance FR clothing line for the U.S. Military and is taking that same experience and creating a line for every day use. Here is a bit from their manifesto:

"In the same way Massif changed the way warfighters dress for battle, we are changing the way men dress for every day. By combining futuristic textiles, sophisticated patterning and a tailored high-fashion aesthetic, Massif's new line of apparel frees men to operate in a much wider range of situations than has been possible in the past."

U.S. Cavalry was proud to have partnered with Massif to kick off their first productHaving previewed the new line twice now, is excited to bring this to our customers. While there is much more for the fall, here's a look at what you can expect down the road soon. Be sure to click the photos for larger, more detailed versions.

Pilot Rock Polo

The Pilot Rock Polo has a hybrid fabric design with strategically placed, but virtually invisible venting panels under the arms and back of neck for quick-drying and highly breathable ventilation. Antimicrobial, colorfast, and shrink-resistant fabric keeps you feeling fresh and looking sharp. A mesh-lined secure storage pocket on the chest features a pen or sunglasses slot for added functionality. Available in Black, Dark Navy, Grey, Massif Tan and Olive Drab Green.

Snake River Field Shirt

The Massif Snake River Field Shirt retains the look of a classic field shirt but incorporates the sophisticated performance features found in today's outdoor gear. Constructed with an extremely lightweight stretch fabric and a smart ergonomic design, this shirt moves when you do for added comfort. Wrinkle-resistant, cotton-poly fabric blend with hidden back vents and mesh lining optimize air flow. Available in Dark Navy, Massif Tan and Olive Drab Green. See it's short sleeve brother, the Hell's Canyon Field Shirt here.

Lightweight Tactical Shirt

Designed for hot-weather! Extremely lightweight, breathable, and stretchy, the LTS moves when you do for increased comfort, agility, and speed. Exceptionally breathable fabric on the torso and under the arms with a sophisticated moisture management system that both wicks and disperses moisture for rapid dry times. DWR finish on the sleeves provides protection from light rain. We can't wait to use this our workouts too! Available in Black or Olive Drab Green.

Diamond Peak Field Pant

Available now. Shop here. This is the perfect companion to the Integrated Tactical Jacket. Designed for days that transition from field to office, the Massif Diamond Peak Field Pant is constructed with a stretch-woven nylon canvas fabric for durability and sheds water for multi-season functionality. Lots of design features such as a gusseted crotch, shaped waist, and strategic pocket placement for improved range of motion. Innovative pocket designs are streamlined to reduce bulk, but have divisions for cell phones, wallets, and knives. Available in Black.

Battle Ax Combat Pant

Loaded with smart design features and pockets! Based on design feedback straight from the battlefield, this pant has a gusseted crotch for agility, unique cargo pockets that provide access while standing or seated, and subtle knee pad pockets for use with or without foam inserts. An articulated leg design improves range of motion and is tapered to fit easily inside boots. A DWR finish sheds water for multi-season functionality. Available in Black or Olive Drab Green.

SHOT Show 2012: Magpul 870 Accessories

One of the hot new items form Magpul for 2012 is a brand new line of shotgun accessories for your Remington 870.

The 870 is probably the most common shotgun in homes and police cruisers all over the country, so it only makes sense for Magpul's evolutionary thinking to touch this weapon. After the popular release of their Art of the Dynamic Shotgun, Magpul has re-thought the shotgun's efficiency and ergonomics with these new products...

SGA™ 870 Stock

MOE® 870 Forend

SGA™ Low and High Cheek Riser Kit, SGA™ Receiver Sling Mount, SGA™ OEM Butt-Pad Adapter

Availability is yet to be announced but will be posted here when we find out. Look for these Magpul Remington 870 Accessories to be available at uscav.com soon.

Tactical iPad & iPad 2 Cases

If you rely on your iPad or iPad 2 day-in and day-out to keep you organized, informed and even relaxed you want to make sure your device is protected against unintentional damage. U.S. Cavalry carries several iPad cases rugged enough for the field and practically indestructible for use on your commute or while at home. Otterbox, Pelican and 782Gear are three manufacturers of tactical styled iPad cases.

 The 782 Gear Tactical Tablet Armor has officially been discontinued as of 2012.

These are still available...

 The OtterBox Defender Series Case utilizes multi-layer technology and designed to withstand just about any environment. Don’t worry about losing any access or functionality by wrapping your iPad 2 in the Defender Series. It is designed so you can use all of the iPad’s features right through the case. The inner polycarbonate shell has a foam interior to protect the back of your iPad from scratching, while the durable silicone skin works its magic by absorbing shock.

The clip-on touch screen cover has a fold-out stand that offers a convenient viewing and typing experience. You may have seen Otterbox cases on various smart phones and iPhones in the field. Just search the web and see how rugged they are. Now this same level protection is available for all iPads. 

The Pelican i1075 HardBack iPad Case is by-far the most protective case for transporting your iPad. For complete waterproof and crushproof protection this THE case. In traditional Pelican style it's constructed out of high strength ABS and features a built-in automatic purge valve that keeps water and dust out while balancing air pressure. A molded liner that adds impact shock protection and will not scratch your tablet.

 A built-in easel allows for hands-free viewing in horizontal or vertical position when open. The optional bluetooth Apple keyboard also fits in a custom molded tray so you can easily travel with a full sized keyboard if you prefer. Storage is also provided underneath the keyboard tray for an power adapter, cables and earbuds. The Pelican i1075 HardBack iPad Case is Made in the USA and comes with a Lifetime Guarantee of Excellence.

 Find all these tactical style iPad cases at uscav.com today. Also check out the iPhone 4 cases from Otterbox, Magpul and CRKT.

New Magnum Multicam Footwear

If you've been searching for some versatile Multicam footwear, Magnum has got you covered.  The new 6" Spider 5.1 HPi MULTICAM Boot and Intrepid HPi Training Shoe add to the Spider and Sidewinder offerings.

The 6"Spider 5.1 HPi is tested and certified to EN 20347:2004 standard for occupational footwear. It offers a Leather/1650D ballistic Nylon upper with Tec-Tuff Leather toeguard resists snags and abrasions.

ion-mask™ hydrophobic surface enhancement keeps the materials cleaner and resistant to liquids.  If you'll be traveling a lot the metal detector friendly design with non-metallic TPU shank and composite hardware are a welcomed set of features.

If you're interested in having a Multicam PT shoe the Intrepid HPi is a solid choice. Seamless Upper Zone Engineering (SUZE) upper design mixes weave patterns to mold to the contours of your foot. The XCm seamless upper design with heat seal overlays decreases the chance of blisters. A dual density midsole with a 3D counterbalance keeps feet stable while running or jogging. Finally the exclusive dual density Vibram® outsole easily handles a broad mix of terrain.

The Intrepid HPi is also available in black.

All Magnum's HPi Footwear features ion-mask. This new nano coating technology lets your footwear be:

HYDROPHOBIC - Even open-weave materials are liquid-repellent
BREATHABLE - No waterproof layer that makes your foot sweat
LIGHTWEIGHT - Boot retains less water and lacks extra oil-based waterproof layer
STAY CLEANER - The new surface tension helps repel dirt, and washes off more easily
ENVIRONMENT - Tiny amounts of chemicals are used in the process, with less energy spent
CHEMICAL RESISTANT - Repels all kinds of liquid, including oil, fuel and alcohol
PATHOGEN RESISTANT - Combats the penetration of pathogenic microorganism in blood

All of these boots can be found at uscav.com today.

Our Converse Shoe Name Contest

Back in October, U.S. Cavalry had a great idea: let our customers name the exclusive new shoe from Converse. Alas, there is good news and bad news.

The Good News: Our customers chose a really cool name, the Converse Tactical Taylors.

The Bad News: Because of licensing agreements and legal issues, yadda, yadda, yadda, we couldn't use this name. In fact, we couldn't use any name but the one Converse wanted.

While we are really peeved about this turn of events, it doesn't take away from the fact that we are offering our customers a great shoe, at a great price and we are still going to honor our contest promise.

The individuals that suggested the winning name (Tactical Taylor) are still going to get their free pair of shoes!

The A-TACS Difference

A-TACS® was developed by Digital Concealment (DCS) to answer the call for better and more effective camouflage system integration for duty personnel in any service branch from military to law enforcement. 

The problem with modern digital camouflage patterns currently in use are the square pixels.  These squares used to create the distortion effect do not replicate the shapes, forms and shadows of the environment they are deployed in, especially when viewed through optics. The ninety-degree angles and limited use of natural colors can in many cases, make detection easier.

A-TACS® is different. It replace unnatural square pixels with organic pixels. These organic pixels are created through a patented process that creates a palette of natural colors digitally sampled from real world elements in carefully controlled lighting. The pattern is then created using a mathematical algorithm that writes "organically shaped" pixels using the specific color information given. The resulting pattern while still digital, is far more organic in appearance.

Additionally the use small patterns is utilized.  This creates larger more distinct shapes designed to work at a distance. Small shapes create larger shapes and larger shapes are organized into a distinct pattern with no horizontal or vertical orientation. This unique "pattern within a pattern" concept allows A-TACS® to effectively break the human outline at great distances thereby, minimizing the "blobbing" effect of other patterns when viewed from a distance.

Finnaly, the inter-mingled specially selected colors creates shades more natural than was previously possible. The overall base color for the cast is a neutral tan which is designed for use in open, rocky or arid environments.  You can find a wide variety of A-TACS® gear at uscav.com today.  

We have nearly 100 items already that are or have A-TACS® variants.  Be sure to check out Propper's Uniforms as well as their TAC U Combat Shirt, Danner A-TACS® TFX Boots, Custom Nametapes and a selection of pouches, packs and accessories from Condor and Ares Armor and much more.

In November, A-TACS® is revealing a new variation tailored toward more woodland environments - A-TACS® FG.  The slated release of this pattern is in just 5 days, on November 14th. So be sure to check back to uscav.com as our product selection of this variation becomes available.

Magpul AFG2 v. AFG1

If you are thinking about purchasing a Magpul AFG (Angled Fore-Grip) you may be wondering what's the difference between version 1 and 2. Well here's a pretty straight forward comparison…


As you can see in the above photo the AFG1 (Flat Dark Earth) is slightly longer than the AFG2 (Black). The V1 is 5.5" long while the v2 is only 4.7" long.

The width of the V1 is only wider in the foreword section where the sides of the AFG come up and over the rails a bit. The AFG 2 lacks these "wings" and definitely feels slimmer in the hand as a result.

Other than that the Magpul AFG1 and AFG2 are identical. Both are well suited for the AR15/M4 weapons platform, however the smaller size of the AFG2 allows more options for smaller weapons systems that may have limited rail space.

Both feature a polymer three-piece design with an interchangeable finger shelf that allows for a flat "A1-style" surface or an "A2-style" finger nub. All mounting hard wear is included and both AFG's are made in the USA. Get yours at uscav.com today.