Summit Tactical

30/10/2026

Why good kit is worth the cost…..

When I look back at my career, I spent a great deal of time out in the elements, and I mean places like Sennybridge or Dartmoor. And although it’s not quite as harsh sounding as say the Boreal forest in Manitoba (where I’ve also spent time out in the elements), anyone who’s been to either of the afore mentioned places will testify to the fact that they are some of the worst conditions the UK has.

The closest I’ve ever been to being hyperthermic is in the UK, our weather system is volatile and a cold wet temperate environment with windchill will kill or damage you much quicker than a freezing dry environment without wind.

In my 20s and 30s I paid lip service to protective kit in the UK - Goretex was taboo particularly the trousers. We just did not wear them - Now in my 40’s my, hips, knees and feet regret those decisions a lot.

Which brings me onto the Mountain II Bib and Jacket from Outdoor Research.

I wish I had this kit 15 years or so ago. The price tag pales in comparison to the aches and pains I have from not wearing good protective gear.

If your aim is to stay dry and protect your mid and base layers - this is the combination. The jacket speaks for itself: It’s a fully capable hardy shell with a 30k rating, that’s pure wind and torrential rain stopping power. 💪🏻

But the Bib for me is where the moneys at…I tested it two ways; over the gaiters as I would if I was just stood around in torrential rain and I wanted the most non permeable outer shell setup going. And then with the gaiters over the top for wading the streams.
Both setups work very well. Coupled with this is the easy on and off ability with the full length zips, the amazing storage pockets in the panelled mesh front and just the overall durability of the kit itself - it’s a career lasting setup.

I know this is a long post but I wanted to convey a bit of a personal opinion about this kit…. Invest in a set if you spend time in harsh conditions - your future self will thank you for it 😉

Available now at Summit Tactical

https://summittactical.com/collections/tactical-kit-bundles

28/10/2026

The Carinthia Micro Tent Plus: ultimate weatherproof stealth. GORE-TEX bivvy comfort, zero pack bulk, ready for any ridge or tree line.

Grab yours now 🔗 link in bio 🫡🇬🇧

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25/10/2026

What’s the worst makeshift ground model you’ve ever had to brief from? We’ve seen everything from soggy ration box card to pinecones pretending to be an enemy fire team. In the times of 3D printers there’s no excuse for bad models anymore 🤣🫣

And clear orders win ground.💪🏻

The Summit Tactical Commander’s Model Kit cuts the faff so you can lay down crisp, precise terrain models in minutes, no matter how bad the weather gets.

Check out the full kit layout at the link below and upgrade your field orders.👇🏻

🔗 https://summittactical.com/products/summit-tactical-model-kit

25/10/2026

When you’re breaking down a scheme of manoeuvre in the field, scrap the makeshift twigs and loose rocks.

The Summit Tactical Ultimate Commander’s Model Kit delivers immediate clarity so your team grasps the plan the first time, every time.

Built tough, weatherproof, and organised for rapid deployment right out of your pouch. 
🔹 Full tactical markers & colour-coded cordage
🔹 Rugged, compact field pouch built for wet weather
🔹 Zero faff, instant terrain briefing

Own the ground before you take it.

Tap the link in our bio to grab yours before your Command course kicks off. 🔗

23/10/2026

What’s the sign of a good bit of kit? 🪖

It’s the gear you unconsciously reach for every time you deploy—whether on exercise or ops. If you repeatedly pick it over equally capable items, that speaks volumes.

Over 23 years in the Military, I’ve owned plenty of boots. Jungle, Arctic, desert—the environment dictates the boot. But for temperate, wet weather? You need a solid all-rounder.

For me, the Asolo Freney Evo GV ticks every box. 🌧️🥾

Comfy out of the box, but a year on? Incredible.
I’m not kind to boots. Living on the edge of Dartmoor, terrain here is straight out of Lord of the Rings. My boots spend their life submerged in bogs, scuffed on granite, and clambering over “baby’s heads”. They get hammered. But I care for them properly, and a year later, they’re still in superb condition. 🧼✨

ASOLO just makes great boots, and the Freney is one of their absolute best.

📍 Grab a pair today at Summit Tactical! Link in bio

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23/10/2026

What’s the sign of a good bit of kit in your arsenal? 🪖

To me, it’s that you unconsciously reach for it whenever you’re deploying somewhere, whether that’s into the field on exercise or on operations.

If you’re repeatedly picking it out of a collection of equally capable items, then that in itself speaks volumes. 🔊

Over my 23-year Military career, I had lots of boots, and I wore certain boots for certain tasks. You’d obviously wear a completely different boot in the Jungle to what you’d wear in the Arctic. But when it comes to temperate wet weather boots, a good all-rounder is what you need. 🌧️🥾

For me, the Asolo Freney Evo GV ticks those boxes. In all honesty, they are comfy first thing out of the box, but one year later they are just amazing! 💯

I’m not kind to my boots. I live on the Northern edge of Dartmoor, and the terrain here is something straight out of The Lord of the Rings—which is why I picked this particular photo. My boots spend a fair bit of time submerged, getting scuffed off rocks, or clambering over “baby’s heads” in the tussock grasses—they get a hammering. That said, I do service them properly and care for them, which is why a year later they are still in superb condition. 🧼✨

I can’t take all the credit, though. ASOLO just makes great boots, and in my opinion, the Freney is one of the best. 👌

Pick up a set today at Summit Tactical! 👇

https://summittactical.com/collections/asolo

22/10/2026

Heavy-duty alpine protection doesn’t have to weigh you down. 🏔️⚡️

Weighing in at just 432 grams (Size L), the Norrøna Trollveggen Gore-Tex Pro Light Jacket delivers complete stormproof reliability without the extra bulk. Engineered specifically for harsh mountain weather, it combines peak durability, a helmet-compatible hood, and active ventilation to keep you fast and dry on any ascent.

Whether you're ice climbing, alpine trekking, or facing severe wind and rain, this shell is built to handle it all.

👉 Shop the Norrøna Trollveggen Collection today:

https://summittactical.com/collections/norrona

21/10/2026

And they are back in (joy I get to make them up 🫠🤣🫣)

Gear up—our Summit Tactical Model Kits are officially back in stock! 🛠️🔥

Grab yours before they sell out again:

https://summittactical.com/products/summit-tactical-model-kit

20/10/2026

Gearing up for an upcoming Command course? We’re about to drop a major restock! ⚡

We know how hard it is to deliver clear, fast, and comprehensive orders when you're under pressure, so we’ve made a kit to make it easy.

That’s why our hugely popular Summit Tactical Commanders Model Kits are coming back in stock ASAP!

Designed for performance in any operational scenario, these kits come fully loaded with everything you need to build and deliver professional tactical orders on the fly.

📍 Keep your eyes peeled—these sold out fast last time!

👉 Tag a mate who has a Command course coming up so they don't miss out!

20/10/2026

A Classic design , Re-Engineered for the Modern Operator 🎒⚔️

Every soldier knows the value of the Berghaus Munro—a legendary, bombproof daysack defined by simplicity, even if you haven’t used one yourself you know someone who owns one!

No external side pockets, a slim profile, and a sleek layout designed for one major reason: easy top-flapping straight under a bergen lid.

Enter the Eberlestock Mission Assault—the modern-day Munro for the modern soldier. ⚡

Here’s why it takes that classic design philosophy and steps it up for today’s ops:

🔹 Slimline & Slick Profile: Like the Munro, it ditches bulky side pouches so it sits flush against your back or slides effortlessly under a main bergen top flap without getting snagged.

🔹 Lightweight Construction: Minimalist design that keeps weight to an absolute minimum while remaining ridiculously durable.

🔹 Full Clamshell Access: No more digging blind into a dark tube to find gear at the bottom. Rip it wide open for instant, complete visibility.

🔹 Ultimate Load Versatility: Need to scale up from a lightweight day pack to serious weight carriage? Zip the Mission Assault directly onto an Eberlestock MOD Frame setup for heavy-duty load hauling.

It keeps the no-nonsense, slick DNA that made the Munro an icon—and equips it with modern modularity and rapid gear access.

👇 Tap the link to grab yours

https://summittactical.com/pages/search-results-page?q=mission