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5.11 Announces New Load Bearing Products for Fall 2022

“Instilling our consumers with the 5.11 Always be Ready mindset is a key guiding light throughout our product design and development process,” says Matt Page, 5.11’s vice president, global product.

October 21, 2022
5.11 Announces New Load Bearing Products for Fall 2022

The LV10 Sling Pack 2.0, by 5.11 Tactical, is designed to allow easier access to gear and features include a new removable holster retention strap.

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5.11 Tactical, the global innovator of purpose-built apparel, footwear and gear, today announced new load-bearing products and accessories that will be available this fall.

“Instilling our consumers with the 5.11 Always be Ready mindset is a key guiding light throughout our product design and development process,” says Matt Page, 5.11’s vice president, global product. “A key aspect of that readiness mentality is having the right gear on hand to be prepared for anything. Whether it’s a pack loaded and ready to use as a go bag, or gloves nearby to protect hands in the case of an emergency, we want our end users to feel confident in the gear they’re carrying.”

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The LV6 Waist Pack 2.0 is a great grab-and-go solution that can be worn around the waist or across the body.

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LV6 Waist Pack 2.0

The LV6 Waist Pack 2.0 received an updated quick-release S/R buckle waist strap and new Duraflexbuckles that are easier to operate, especially when wearing gloves. A great grab-and-go solution that can be worn around the waist or across the body, it features interior pockets and panels, a hidden slip compartment, side compression straps, and a rear mesh pocket. Additionally, this waist pack can be attached to the 5.11 LV18 Backpack 2.0 when more carrying power is needed.

LV10 Sling Pack 2.0

Similar updates were made to the Duraflex buckles of the LV10 Sling Pack 2.0 to allow easier access to gear. Additional redesign features include a new removable holster retention strap, a securing strap in the tablet sleeve, and a quick-release CAM buckle to the main crossbody strap.

LV18 Backpack 2.0

To round out the LV Collection of packs, the LV18 Backpack 2.0 also received updates with internal organization and new Duraflex buckles. Inside the ambidextrous side entry CCW compartment, the loop area has been increased and a removable holster retention strap has been added. The height of the padded laptop sleeve has been extended and a security strap added to keep electronics secure. A second set of webbing loops offer improved attachment for the LV6 Waist Pack 2.0 when extra cargo space is needed. Additional features include side compression straps, a padded back panel with a Flex cuff channel, and quick-release shoulder straps with a removable sternum strap.

About 5.11, Inc.

With offices around the globe, 5.11 works directly with end users to create purpose-built apparel, footwear and gear designed specifically to enhance the safety, accuracy, speed, and performance of tactical professionals and technical enthusiasts worldwide. 5.11 products exceed rigorous standards, which have allowed the brand to establish a reputation for innovation and authenticity and become the premier choice for those who always have to be ready. 5.11 products can be purchased online, through authorized dealers and retailers, as well as at 5.11 company-owned retail stores.

Learn more about 5.11’s best-selling gear and accessories at https://www.511tactical.com/ .

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