Category Archives: Mobility

2013 Special Operations Forces Industry Conference

I was there – but as I wasn’t there as a media person (i.e., as “Strike-Hold!”) I wasn’t able to take any photos, etc.  So, I invite you all to head over to Soldier Systems Daily for the best industry … Continue reading

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RP Advanced Mobile Systems Launches New C2 Strike Mobility LTATV

RP Advanced Mobile Systems of McMinnville, Oregon has announced that it is launching a new line of LTATV Strike and Mobility Vehicles for Special Operations and Rapid Reaction Forces. The first of three vehicles to be announced is the RP … Continue reading

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Montague “Paratrooper” and other militarized mountain bikes in use

We first wrote about the “Paratrooper” folding mountain bike from Montague Corporation back at the end of August 2008 – in the very very early days of Strike-Hold!   I’m happy to report that the bike continues to serve me well … Continue reading

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Royal Marines and French counterparts strengthen ties during Exercise Corsican Lion

The Royal Marines are further strengthening ties between the militaries of the UK and France as they take part in Exercise Corsican Lion in the Mediterranean. Royal Marines from 3 Commando Brigade are working alongside their French counterparts to develop … Continue reading

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NavELite Now Shipping its Backlit Magnetic Compass (BLMC)

NavELite, a global provider of backlit magnetic compasses, has begun shipping of its NavELite Backlit Magnetic Compass (BLMC), the world’s first, on-demand, backlit magnetic wrist-worn compass. The company has just completed a large production run and all pre-orders have been shipped. … Continue reading

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