What makes a brand? Each brand has a different history and story; where they began and where they are now. This is the story of 3 (in our opinion) of the best suppliers of military footwear, Let’s look at the brands that sell well for us, these include: AKUALTBERGSALOMON It is previously mentioned that we find it hard to choose ‘the best’ as these three brands are top sellers and have top-tier qualities. The qualities…
Military clothing is generally made to help soldiers have flexibility so that they can quickly get down into prone position, and other fast maneuvers without tearing any seams or fabric. On that note; durability is a key factor to think about. At JayJays we cannot stress enough that many soldiers buy the cheapest clothing they can find, when in the long run; the durability of the cheaper fabrics will rip, tear, snag, rub and rot…
What is MTP? The Multi-Terrain Pattern (MTP) is the standard camouflage pattern of the British Armed Forces. As part of the British Ministry of Defence’s (MOD) Personal Equipment and Common Operational Clothing (PECOC) programme, three new camouflage patterns were considered for issue to British forces. These were a revised temperate Disruptive Pattern Material (DPM) using lighter colours, a new three-colour desert pattern with enhanced utility for night-time operations, and a hybrid four colour scheme using two colours from each of the previous patterns…
A better question may be to ask what is the difference between the two, and what are the pros and cons of Bivvy vs Tent? A tent is defined as a portable shelter made of cloth, supported by one or more poles, and stretched tight by cords or loops attached to pegs driven into the ground. (“What is a tent” Google dictionary ) They can be anything in size from one man up to a…
Military boots are flexible, have stiffer soles, tougher exteriors, and willbe better suited for carrying heavy loads. If you prefer having extra protection, combat boots will hold up well. Thehigher ankle will provide more support, keep out rocks and debris, andkeep you dry when crossing small streams. Tips for Hiking in Combat Boots:If you do go hiking in combat boots, follow these tips to keep your feethappy: ● Make sure your boots are broken in.…
Being physically fit is an important part of being ready for military combat. Whilst courses and training are taught and provided, you will also need to keep your fitness up when not in training/on camp. But, first things first. In order to exercise you’ll need to warm up. This is made up of 3 phases: RAISE Body temperatureHeart rateRespiration rateBlood flowJoint fluid viscosity ACTIVE AND MOBILISE Activate key muscle groupMobilise key joints and ROM used…
Military boots are one of the most important bits of kit in a soldier’s wardrobe. The type of boot you buy may depend on the type of work you are doing, be it for tactical, combat or training use. It’s important that whatever boot you buy, they should be comfortable, durable and breathable. Our feet carry us everywhere, so it’s very important to look after them with the best boots you can afford. What are…
