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This week we received Highlanders latest offerings from there Pro Force range of MTP compatible packs. Today we will have a look over these new packs and try to help you decide which the right one for you is. We will be looking at four new rucksacks all from Highlander’s Pro Force range which are the 12 litre Scout pack...

We've just received delivery of the latest Blade Fast Boil Stove from Highlander. The Mk.2's design has been updated from the popular original which was quite a blockbuster product for us when it was launched in 2015. Amongst other improvements, the Mk 2 Blade features a new cup that has been redesigned to hold the stove kit more snuggly and...

Cadet Direct has sent 14 free assault packs and 14 hydration bladders to the Surrey Air Cadets Nijmegen Team who will be completing the famous 4 day marching event in Holland this summer. The packs will be carried by each team member throughout their rigorous training program as well as during the 4 day, 100 mile Nijmegen Marches event itself. Highlander Outdoor, the outdoor equipment manufacturer, has also got involved and has kindly...

The current British Army webbing system consists of two principal systems. Firstly operational troops tend to be issued with a MTP MOLLE/PALs based Osprey body armour webbing system featuring MTP pouches with MOLLE/PALS fittings. These differ significantly from the PLCE (Personal Load Carrying Equipment) based equipment which is the other commonly used system. The two systems are not interchangeable (other...

The latest Cadet Sleeping System has arrived at Cadet Direct. This innovative Army Cadet Force sleeping bag from leading UK manufacturer Snugpak consists of an olive green TSB 3 Season sleeping bag and a waterproof breathable cover. To find out more click here...

We've created a new Complete Equipment Marching order (CEMO) kit layout which will hopefully give you some ideas for deciding what kit to carry in the field. The contents of your Bergen, plus your webbing (or assault vest) make up CEMO. It comprises of equipment required to sustain a soldier over longer periods of time in the field. This layout shows...

We were delighted to take delivery of 50 new Blade Fast Boil Stoves last week which were specially flown in by the manufacturer for us. Excitedly we took one out of the box and in under 3 minutes we managed to boil half a litre of water -  enough to make at least two brews or to heat a boil...

The Lancashire ACF Nijmegen Team have had the opportunity to test out some of their new equipment during a recent training weekend operating from Wathgill Training Camp in North Yorkshire. The team tested sets of Osprey MTP webbing and hydration units supplied by Cadet Direct. During two intensive days of walking the two new pieces of equipment generated plenty of debate amongst...

The revolutionary Blade Fast Boil 1.1 Litre camping stove has arrived and can boil 500ml of water in under 180 seconds - and at only £34.95! Find out more about this awesome field cooker by clicking here...