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wide range of temperate environments. As with the original A-TACS AU (Arid/Urban) Camo pattern, the organic pixels in the micro patterns are grouped into larger, more defined “macro” shapes creating larger more defined patterns. The larger organic shapes and strategically placed shadow elements within the macro pattern help to create a unique three-dimensional effect never before seen in a tactical concealment system.

Ultimate ConCealmentOne thing that really caught our attention on the DCS stand at IWA though was the Mamba Sniper Suit from Tactical Concealment mfg. The Mamba offers the operator full body concealment. The suit is combat proven and the “King of Choice” for many, and now it’s available in A-TACS FG!

It’s built from scratch and constructed from the highest quality materials and highest performance fabrics available. Ultra lightweight and strong as nails, the Mamba is provided unadorned allowing the operator to work it up as best suited for their operating environment. Superior design and quality workmanship attribute to its popularity with military special operation teams.

FeatUres inClUde:■ Closed-Chest System, Side entry via Fastex buckles along side of Blouse.■ Removable & Thickness Adjustable Padding on: Elbows, Forearms, Chest, Knees.■ 1000 Denier Nylon Skid Protection.■ Nylon 550 Nylon Cord for Garnish Attach (Tighter grid work for more effective foliage attachment).■ Adjustable Hand Loops.■ Blouse is upgradeable to accommodate Tactical Concealment’s Adjustable Sniper Hood.■ Adjustable Foot Stirrups.■ One-Size-Fits-All Sleeve Length via Wrist Tension Cords.■ One-Size-Fits-All Leg Length via Ankle Tension Cords.■ Adjustable Egress Suspension System (Crotch Strap) via Fastex Buckle.■ MOLLE Webbing integrated on each trouser leg to accommodate your own custom gear-pocket.■ Reinforced seat and Crotch using Cordura®■ Entire back of shirt is ventilated with a Flame Retardant Mesh fabric.■ Reinforced Trouser Fly Snap■ 2″ Wide Duty Belt, Fully Waist Adjustable

moving on!DCS are working with some BIG names and you can already find A-TACS FG Camo gear from Propper (Uniforms and Boonies), Tactical Assault Gear (Plate Carriers and Pouches), Blue Force Gear (Weapon Slings), Grey Ghost (Plate Carriers and Pouches), Beez Combat Systems (Plate Carriers and Chest Rigs), Danner (Boots), Claw Gear (Uniforms and Equipment), Safariland (Holsters and Helmets), Tactical Tailor (Rucs and Equipment) and Tactical Performance Co (Uniforms and Gloves).

A-TACS AU has created quite a fan base, and in our opinion the FG variant is even better than the original! Phil Duke and his colleagues at DCS have once again upped the bar, and their manufacturing partners have certainly delivered the goods in no uncertain terms.

Given the relationship that now exists between Raider and DCS we are in the privileged position to know that there is more to come… watch this space for an upcoming exclusive!

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To recap, A-TACS has been developed by Digital Concealment Systems, (DCS) in the USA to answer the call for a more effective camouflage pattern and complementary system of clothing, footwear and equipment for operators, the general military and law enforcement personnel. A-TACS is designed as a universal pattern for a wide range of operational environments; up until now the range has focused on the “arid” pattern but at last we’ve got our hands on the new temperate, or “FG” pattern.

As you, and we, are all too aware many of the modern digital camouflage patterns currently in use by the tactical community are flawed. Square pixels used to create the camouflage distortion effect do not replicate the shapes, forms and shadows of the environment they are used in especially when viewed through optics; this is what we often refer to as the “I See You” unification effect.

The “visual noise” in these same patterns tends to make them close up into a solid colour, producing a unified effect when viewed from a distance. A-TACS addresses and improves these critical issues in three ways.

1Unnatural square pixels are replaced with organic pixels. DCS’ patented process creates a palette of natural colors digitally sampled from

real-world elements in carefully controlled lighting. This complex pattern is then recreated using an algorithm that “writes” organically shaped pixels using the specific colour information given. The end result is still digitally produced, but much more “natural”.

2ATACS uses small patterns to create larger more distinct shapes designed to work at a distance. Small shapes create larger shapes

and larger shapes are organized into a distinct pattern with no horizontal or vertical orientation. This unique “pattern within a pattern” concept allows A-TACS to effectively break the human outline at great distances thereby minimizing the unifying effect.

3More effective use of the colour range produces a better concealment system. A-TACS is created using a far greater range of

inter-mingled natural colours than was previously possible. The overall base colour for the arid or “AU” version is a neutral tan which is designed for use in open, rocky or arid environments.

going green!Ever since the launch of the original A-TACS “AU” Camo, people have been asking for a green variant of the pattern, and now its here! The easy answer for DCS would have been to create a simple re-colouring of the existing pattern and release it as a green variant. Taking that approach may have been easier and faster but in fairness would not have been the correct way to create an effective temperate climate pattern. The characteristic environmental elements and shapes found in greener, more temperate settings needed to be addressed.

The answer was found in the creation of an entirely new pattern based on the A-TACS Camos unique “pattern within a pattern” concept. The addition of simulated depth was also necessary in order to add visual disruption to further break up the human silhouette.

After over a year of development and input of countless tactical professionals, DCS have introduced A-TACS FG (Foliage/Green) Camo. Utilizing numerous shades of green sampled directly from a variety of forested and transitional terrain elements combined with various shades of earth, A-TACS FG Camo was developed to be effective in a

If you are a regular reader of raIder then you’ll know that we’ve been followIng the rollout of the new a-taCS (advanCed taCtICal ConCealment SyStem) SInCe the very begInnIng! thIS haS been a roller CoaSter of a rIde wIth more and more hIgh end gear manufaCturerS gettIng on board, and now we have the fIrSt look at the temperate a-taCS fg pattern! Words: Bill Thomas / Pictures: Courtesy of A-TACS

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