GPSGuided wrote:I read that soldiers are permitted to shop for their own equipment, as long as it adheres to published spec guidelines. Outdoors equipment manufacturers often have special product lines that suit the colour and needs of the military. My pair of Outdoor Research's Flashpoint tactical gloves in desert colour is an example. It talks about fire/flash resistance and gun handling...
wayno wrote:that might explain why despite the wide array of footwear there werent any vibram five fingers in the lineup....
Spartan wrote:...they were 'written-off' in the process![]()
forgie wrote:http://www.canberratimes.com.au/act-news/supersized-mannequin-required-for-victoria-cross-recipient-ben-robertssmiths-uniform-20131105-2wyfl.html
Apparently He was wearing everyday brooks runners.
nq111 wrote:forgie wrote:http://www.canberratimes.com.au/act-news/supersized-mannequin-required-for-victoria-cross-recipient-ben-robertssmiths-uniform-20131105-2wyfl.html
Apparently He was wearing everyday brooks runners.
I believe the SAS are given much more freedom of scope with what they use - they could probably go bare foot if they figured that was best for them!
GPSGuided wrote:Spartan wrote:...they were 'written-off' in the process![]()
Interesting perspective Spartan! Glad to hear that the quality and utility of gears have improved dramatically.
Now, what did you mean by 'written-off' there? Disintegrated during the engagement or what?
Anoola wrote:nq111 wrote:forgie wrote:http://www.canberratimes.com.au/act-news/supersized-mannequin-required-for-victoria-cross-recipient-ben-robertssmiths-uniform-20131105-2wyfl.html
Apparently He was wearing everyday brooks runners.
I believe the SAS are given much more freedom of scope with what they use - they could probably go bare foot if they figured that was best for them!
Correct. There are no restrictions on footwear or pretty much any other form of equipment in the Aus SAS.
Anoola wrote:Correct. There are no restrictions on footwear or pretty much any other form of equipment in the Aus SAS.
GPSGuided wrote:I guess we don't have an SAS member on this forum to arbitrate.
Anoola wrote:I'm not trying to start an argument either. Just politely letting you know that you're wrong.
Anoola wrote:First hand mate, and you?
Spartan wrote:Perhaps ...
GPSGuided wrote:Spartan wrote:Perhaps ...
I thought SAS members have to maintain their secrecy, so as such will not reveal their position publicly. It's alright. It's not an important enough issue to argue over.
andrewa wrote:Interesting banter....
So, which of you has served in SAS? ......
One of my best friends was a member for many years.
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