Videos tagged with Winter Operations

This guide details how to test DIY winter camouflage for Near Infrared (NIR) compatibility using night vision and thermal imaging. It explains how NIR reflection can make camouflage appear white and how thermal imaging detects heat signatures regardless of visual concealment. The content is presented by an experienced instructor, offering practical field testing insights.

This video debunks the myth that an umbrella can completely hide a person from thermal detection. While an umbrella might obscure a signature when a drone scans a large area, it offers no protection if the drone is directly observing the target. The content emphasizes understanding the limitations of thermal countermeasures.

This guide details techniques for masking tracks in snowy environments using natural cover, as demonstrated by a FalconClaw presenter. It highlights the effectiveness of dragging a small tree versus smaller branches for visual concealment. Crucially, the guide contrasts visual detection with thermal imaging, showing how advanced equipment can still detect masked areas. Practical considerations for skiing and the physical effort involved are also discussed, emphasizing that speed can often be a more effective counter-surveillance tactic.

This guide details a temporary camouflage technique for concealed carry weapons (CCW) in snowy environments, as demonstrated by Phuc Long. By applying white tape to a Sig Sauer P250, the firearm's outline is broken up, making it harder to detect against snow. This practical method is presented with high authority, emphasizing visual disruption principles for CCW.

Clint Morgan, a former Marine, provides an expert assessment of the RTS Tactical RICO Vest, highlighting its exceptional comfort, even surpassing issued Eagle Industries gear. He details its Level IIIA HG2 integrated soft armor, QD release system, and side-zipper plate insertion, while also discussing its loadout capabilities and potential drawbacks in donning speed for rapid deployment scenarios. The review emphasizes the vest's ergonomic design for rifle shouldering and its suitability for overt protection needs.

This video showcases the Glock 17 Gen 4 in a winter environment, highlighting its reliability and performance in cold weather. The content features a gear showcase of the pistol equipped with a Gideon Optics GP-9 red dot sight and a Streamlight TLR-1 HL weapon light, demonstrating practical EDC and home defense applications.

This comprehensive owner review of the 2023 Polaris Ranger 1000XP NorthStar Ultimate, based on over 2600 miles of use, highlights its exceptional reliability for utility and winter work. The speaker, a long-time Ranger owner, details practical insights on plow upgrades, tire performance, interior features like Ride Command, and essential maintenance. Notably, the review confirms improvements in cab sealing for the HVAC system.

This guide details the setup of the Spiritus Systems Winter Warfare Assault Kit, featuring the MultiCam Alpine pattern. It covers the assembly of the 34 Alpha Chassis with its associated pouches and provides specific configurations for medical gear, magazines, and a pistol. The kit is designed for optimal performance and comfort during winter operations, as demonstrated by Ivan from Kit Badger, who highlights its practical application in demanding environments like the Winter Brutality match in Finland.

This guide details the tactical application of thermal optics and drones in extreme winter conditions, as explained by the FalconClaw Host. The content emphasizes how thermal technology excels in sub-zero temperatures, offering high contrast for detecting human heat signatures and residual heat from footprints. It highlights the 'brutal' effectiveness of thermal drones for tracking movement and patrolling key areas, leveraging the clarity of thermal imaging in cold environments.

This YouTube video, titled 'Winter Brutality 2025,' offers a glimpse into a firearms-centric event or demonstration. While the description is minimal, the title strongly suggests a focus on firearms, likely involving cold-weather scenarios or a theme of resilience and preparedness. Expect content related to firearm performance, tactical applications, or perhaps a showcase of winter-ready gear and weaponry. The exact firearms, calibers, or manufacturers are not specified, but the title implies a robust and potentially intense display of firearms in a challenging environment.

This video details a cold weather test of the Inforce WML weapon-mounted light on an AR-15. The speaker, an experienced tactical gear reviewer, demonstrates the light's performance after being exposed to freezing temperatures and heavy frost. The test shows the light initially requires a few taps to activate but functions reliably afterward, highlighting its resilience in extreme conditions.

This guide details a historical winter modification for the SVT-40 rifle, as demonstrated by Soviet soldiers. The technique involves using an empty 7.62x54mmR cartridge case inserted into the charging handle to create a more secure grip for chambering rounds in freezing conditions. The video emphasizes the ingenuity required to maintain weapon functionality in harsh environments.