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Unfortunately, it’s *not* available in MultiCam.

(Via Dieselstation Forums)

Although winter camouflage isn’t much help in the Middle East, it’s definitely useful in colder climates. Lighter colors of camo will keep you well hidden in any type of winter weather scenario, whether you’re hunting or sneaking behind enemy lines.

The following pictures were posted on Filforce.org’s forum where “geardos” and “wannabes” were asked to post pictures of their personal gear and impressions. It doesn’t say who makes this snow camo, but it sure looks convincing from 20 meters away.

Of if you’re going for that abominable snowman look, you can always go for a Snow Camo Gilly Suit ($99.95).

Here’s a video comparing all the different camo colors against a snow covered tree line. The five men sport Woodland camo, off-white commercial hunting camo, German Flecktarn camo and grey and white commercial hunting camo. The videographer notes that outside the tree line lighter colors blend well from the waist down while the darker colors blend better from the waist up.

(Images via Filforce.org and ArmySurplusWarehouse.com)

We’ve already heard all about military-grade iPhone applications. Now we’re looking for something tactical and practical to store it in. The Cadet Shop provides a camouflage pouch ($11.95 AUD) that will keep your iPhone secure and far away from any imminent threats.

In addition to an iPhone, you can also pop a GPS or other cell phone models in the pouch, as it expands to fit. There’s also a molle clip on the rear that easily attached to any gear. It also boasts a Velcro and steel press-button lid closure.

Another noteworthy case is Magpul’s foray into the iPhone world. For under $10, you can nab a case in flat dark earth, foliage green or basic black.

Why do you need an iPhone pouch or case? Well, to prevent this…

Safariland has expanded its Protech IMPAC line of special threat plates.

These plates can be inserted in the front or back of body armor to prevent bullet penetration. Specifically created to protect against ballistic or stab attacks, the plates are easily concealable and create little bulk.

When dealing with dangerous threats on the field, the plates give you the extra protection you need in the areas you need it. It’s offered in four sizes: standard (5” x 8”), shorter torso lengths (5” x 7”), expanded torso protection (7” x 9”) and shooter’s cut designed for greater mobility (10” x 12”).

Protech’s line of IMPAC plates includes:

• Protech IMPAC-HT (Handgun Threat) – Protection against high velocity handgun threats
• Protech IMPAC-CT (Corrections Threat) – Protection against spike and P1/S1 edged blade weapons
• Protech IMPAC-MT (Multi-Threat) – Protection against high velocity handgun threats, spike, and P1/S1 edged blade weapons. A combination of the IMPAC-HT and IMPAC-CT, the IMPAC-MT offers protection against additional threats
• Protech IMPAC-RT (Rifle Threat) – Rifle protection against 7.62 mm x 51 mm 147-grain FMJ and 7.62 mm x 39 mm 123-grain MSC

The video below shows the IMPAC ST line of ballistic protection where the demonstrator fires 15 rounds at the plate with zero penetration. He employs a number of weapons, but the plate proves impenetrable.