subject: What Kinds of Tactical Apparel are Available? [print this page] There are many different kinds of clothing available to the general public, but most of these types of clothes are not appropriate for expeditions or other rugged outings. For these trips, tactical apparel is the right choice, providing a strong, resilient exterior with a comfortable, temperature sensitive interior lining. Knowing about the different types of apparel available is helpful when planning your next expedition.
Gen III and Arc'Teryx brand clothing are the premiere companies for developing, testing and providing the best tactical gear for hunters, climbers and soldiers to protect themselves from various weather conditions, harsh atmospheres and from being seen (if cloaking is called for.) To start, both Gen III and Arc'Teryx carry various outerwear jackets and liners for all kinds of different situations. The Gen III L4 Top is perfect for protecting yourself from harsh winds, which would be perfect if you were ice climbing or arctic hunting. Arc'Teryx also has shells like the L4 Top, but also carries full-out jackets like the Alpha LT Jacket, which has enough features to protect you from any number of extreme conditions.
Also available besides shells and jackets are tactical pants and trousers, which can really make a difference in the nature of your activities. The last thing you want to wear out to a hunting trip is a pair of stiff blue jeans that stick out like a sore thumb. For that, you'd want to choose something like Gen III's L5 Bottom pants, which are built to have insulated layers beneath. They are also camouflaged, so you won't have to worry about being easily spotted by your prey.
If you want to add a bit of personality to your tactical apparel, you should look into morale patches, which can inject your own sensibilities into the uniform or outfit you are wearing. Patches range from mini U.S. flags to pirate symbolism like the skull and crossbones and can really put some extra flair in your tactical getup.
Of course there are many other kinds of tactical apparel, but these are just a few to help you begin your shopping.
