Uniform Comparison Study: Evaluating Fit

by Liza Sarychev Since July, MTI has been studying Crye, Arc’teryx, and Standard issue military combat uniforms. On the micro level we are aiming to answer the question, is the investment in an Arc’teryx Leaf or Crye Uniform worth the cost for the individual soldier. On the macro-level, we’re using this study to begin to […]

Ultimate Gear: Sun Hoody

Mountain Athlete Morgan McGlashon talks about her ultimate gear: Patagonia Sun Hoody. Video explains why. Features: UPF 25 Lightweight Thumbholes Patagonia Sun Hoody Women’s Men’s  Link to Morgan’s Article on Clinging to Authenticity in a World Drowning in Social Media

Q&A 8.12.16

QUESTION I’m looking for a bit of direction and/or a recommendation from you guys. I am just coming out of shoulder surgery/rehab. During the first week of February I had a SLAP repair on my right shoulder. I’ve been on a physio routine since then, and have been given the green light to get back […]

TAC SEPA 5/10/15 Sprint Complex

All Sprints start from prone position on ground… Sprint 5m Walk back to start Sprint 10m Walk back to start Sprint 15m Walk back to start

Four New Training Plans Released: 2x Military, 2x Mountain

Top of Ski Hill , Denali. Photo Credit: Lindsay Mann by Rob Shaul On the military side, we’ve released two more of the training plans in the “Greek Hero” series for military/Operator base fitness. Operator Hector is a truly “Fluid” cycle which will combine in nearly equal parts strength, work capacity, endurance, Tactical Speed, Explosive Power […]

Mini Study: Heat Loss in Ski Boots

by Lindsay Mann and Liza Sarychev   A common problem faced by skiers of every ability level is cold feet. There are several solutions to this problem available for purchase. In this mini-study, we compare the heat kept and price point of the most widely used options. We are looking to gather information to best […]

Uniform Comparison Study: Seamstress Gives Professional Opinion on Fit

  Lab rat models the “best” fitting top and bottom according to seamstress.  by Lindsay Mann Since July MTI has been studying the differences in Crye, Arc’teryx Leaf and Standard Issue Military Uniforms. On the micro level we are aiming to answer the question, Is the investment in an Arc’teryx or Crye Uniform worth the […]

Uniform Comparison Study: Arc’teryx LEAF (FR) Week 3

by Charles Bausman MTI continues it’s uniform comparison study this week with the Arc’teryx LEAF Assault shirt and pant. This is most expensive uniform that will best tested, with the shirt retail price at $259.00 and pants at $349.00. We will test along the following criteria under identical conditions as the Crye Precision uniforms: Fit/comfort […]

Ultimate Gear: Ryan’s Stio Second Light Alpha Jacket

Crux Award Recipient Ryan Burke talks about his ultimate gear: Stio Second Light Alpha Jacket. He always carries it with him, whether he is going on a day hike or 100 mile traverse. Video Explains Why. Ultimate Gear: Stio Men’s Second Light Alpha Jacket

Q&A 8.5.16

KUDOS Once again, I successfully climbed my objective after using your Peak Bagger Training Plan. This year it was Kings Peak, the Utah high point.  And each year, I gain an appreciation for a different aspect of the training. This year I really loved how the training and conditioning helped in my recovery.  After our […]