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In July 2007, Beyond was announced as the official manufacturer and supplier of the U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) Custom PCU Cold Weather Layering System.
This is based on the current PCU (Protective Combat Uniform) system, but integrated with Beyond's custom manufacturing and fit system, their garments and PCU-specific fabrics and materials.
Scott Jones, owner and founder of Beyond, headed the design team for all 16 specialized garments. “With the incredible help of the folks at Natick and within the Special Forces community, the PCU-CS is the system of the future. Through custom fit, advanced fabrics, and layers that become more than the sum of their parts, the end user is able to be more comfortable, in more conditions, with less bulk and weight.” The system is officially available to those members of Special Operations Forces (SOF) who do not fit into the standard grades of the original PCU kit.
In the field, the custom made layers will be mixed and matched depending on the variables of the current environment. They include long underwear briefs, pants and shirts, fleece tops and bottoms, a wind shirt, technical soft shell jacket and pant, waterproof/breathable suit, and a choice of 4 Primaloft Synthetic Down products, for a total package of 26 integrated garments. Fabrics chosen are made by Polartec®, EPIC by Nextec®, W.L. Gore®, and Primaloft®.
In July 2007, Beyond was announced as the official manufacturer and supplier of the U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) Custom PCU Cold Weather Layering System.
This is based on the current PCU (Protective Combat Uniform) system, but integrated with Beyond's custom manufacturing and fit system, their garments and PCU-specific fabrics and materials.
Scott Jones, owner and founder of Beyond, headed the design team for all 16 specialized garments. “With the incredible help of the folks at Natick and within the Special Forces community, the PCU-CS is the system of the future. Through custom fit, advanced fabrics, and layers that become more than the sum of their parts, the end user is able to be more comfortable, in more conditions, with less bulk and weight.” The system is officially available to those members of Special Operations Forces (SOF) who do not fit into the standard grades of the original PCU kit.
In the field, the custom made layers will be mixed and matched depending on the variables of the current environment. They include long underwear briefs, pants and shirts, fleece tops and bottoms, a wind shirt, technical soft shell jacket and pant, waterproof/breathable suit, and a choice of 4 Primaloft Synthetic Down products, for a total package of 26 integrated garments. Fabrics chosen are made by Polartec®, EPIC by Nextec®, W.L. Gore®, and Primaloft®.
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Beyond Tactical PCU - Customization System (PCU-CS)
Camber Layering System - In July 2007, Beyond was announced as the official manufacturer and supplier of the U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) Custom PCU Cold Weather Layering System. This is based on the current PCU (Protective Combat Uniform) system, but integrated with Beyond's custom manufacturing and fit system, their garments and PCU-specific fabrics and materials. The Beyond PCU - Customization System (PCU-CS) includes 26 integrated garments and is officially available to those members of Special Operations Forces (SOF) who do not fit into the standard grades of the original PCU kit. For anyone who is not an SOF soldier, Beyond has developed the Camber Layering System, from which the garments here are featured. The Camber Layering System parallels and overlaps all the different levels in the PCU-CS. The PCU-CS served as the basis for the Camber, and the main difference between the two systems is that PCU-CS is restricted to govt-specified PCU-specific materials, whereas with the Camber system, Beyond is pretty much unrestricted in their fabric/material choices, being a commercial line.
Custom Fit System - What sets Beyond apart is their Custom Fit system. All garments are made to order through their website. Each garment has different options like colours, fabrics and features. You supply your measurements and pick the features you want, and Beyond will build the garment for you. What you get is a perfectly fitting garment with the options of your choice from their available menu for each garment.
It's important to provide accurate skin measurements and not to compensate for a snugger or baggier fit in your measurements. Your preference in fit can be specified and Beyond will adjust the fit of the garment accordingly. For example, if you want a more relaxed fit at the waist for those big dinners, provide your correct waist measurement then later specify you want a looser waist or an inch (or whatever) added, and they'll take care of it. It's not complicated, and Beyond's website walks you through the entire process with clear instructions. It's also helpful to get someone to help with some of the measurements.
Why bother with a custom fit? Well, some people don't fit into most off-the-shelf garments perfectly; one or two dimensions might be off at times. I'm lucky to be an average, medium size, and most off-the shelf garments fit me just fine. However, I have a shorter torso and jackets will sometimes end up being too long. I also have shorter legs, and wear medium-short. More often than not, I'll have to get the legs shortened. With Beyond's Custom Fit, you'll get a garment that fits you perfectly without having to get it altered and the wasted time and hassle. If for some reason the garment still doesn't fit right, Beyond has a 100% Right-fit guarrantee and will take it back and remedy it provided it's returned within 14 days of receiving it.
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Camber Layering System - Protective Combat Uniform (PCU)
ADS is the premier provider of the Beyond™ U.S. Special Operations Command Custom PCU Cold Weather Layering System.
Beyond is the official manufacturer of the U.S. Special Operations Command Custom PCU Cold Weather Layering System. The system is based on the fabrics and experience of the larger Protective Combat Uniform, yet is enhanced and fully integrated with Beyond™ technologies.
Dynamic patterning for a custom fit
Advanced design
Integrated layering
Computerized cutting systems
Lamination for decreased weight
Increased durability
CLS PCU is designed to provide a broad level of environmental protection and withstand the harshest environments on earth. Each piece fits and functions either alone, or when used in the system, to provide the most options and highest possible performance.
CLS PCU Cold Weather Layering System Components
Level 1A: Silk Line T-Shirt & Briefs
Features:
Lightest long underwear shirt and briefs
Silk weight Polartec® PowerDry®
Advanced patterning
Comfortable in hot conditions
Berry Compliant
Size: X-Small – 5X-Large
Color: Coyote Brown
Level 1B: Base Line Long Sleeve Shirt & Pants
Features:
Midweight long underwear shirt and pants
Most versatile Base layer
Advanced patterning
No inseam for comfort
Berry Compliant
Size: X-Small – 5X-Large
Color: Coyote Brown
Level 2: Grid Fleece Pullover & Pants
Features:
100 weight PowerDry® Grid Fleece
For cold to frigid activity
Your 'go to' shirt and pant layer
Berry Compliant
Size: X-Small – 5X-Large
Color: Coyote Brown
Level 2: Zip Pocket Shirt
Features:
100 weight PowerDry® Grid Fleece
For cold to frigid activity
Your 'go to' shirt
Berry Compliant
12 oz
Size: X-Small – 5X-Large
Color: Coyote Brown
Level 3: Fleece Top
Features:
High Loft Fleece
Light weight warmth
The foundation to Layer 3
Berry Compliant
18 oz
Size: X-Small – 5X-Large
Color: Coyote Brown
Level 3: Cold-Blooded Fleece Top
Features:
100% Windproof
Very warm with little bulk
Wicks moisture, while the outside repels water
Draw string collar
Left external chest pocket w/cord tie & hip shock cord
Berry Complaint
Size: X-Small – 5X-Large
Color: Coyote Brown
Level 4: Wind Break
Features:
Wind and rain protection
Active use under BDUs
Berry Compliant
11 oz
Size: X-Small – 5X-Large
Colors: Alpha Green, Coyote Brown
Level 5: Glacier Soft Shell Jacket & Pants
Features:
EPIC's Glacier fabric
Slight Stretch
98% wind resistant
Jacket: 18.5 oz., Pant: 19 oz.
Berry Compliant
Colors: Alpha Green
Level 5: Cold Fusion Jacket & Pants
Features:
Wind Resistant & Water Repellant
Fleece stretch woven face
Jacket: Zip off hood, pit zips, zippered arm cargo pockets, hand warmer pockets
Pants: Waist zipper for adjustment and drop seat, ankle zippers with gripper elastic, thigh pockets
Berry Compliant
Size: X-Small – 5X-Large
Colors: Coyote Brown
Level 6: Gore-Tex® Jacket & Pants
Features:
Use when being deluged
GORE-TEX® two-layer
100% seam sealed
Berry Compliant
Durably Waterproof & Windproof
Jacket: 18 oz., Pants: 8.5 oz.
Berry Compliant
Size: X-Small – 5X-Large
Colors: Alpha Green, Coyote Brown
Level 7: LOFT
Features:
Winter weight Primaloft construction, good for keeping out the cold.
Lightweight, loft insulated level has the feel of down, but retains its warmth when wet.
Silicone, encapsulated fabric sheds water effortlessly and gives you the greatest warmth possible while the liner speeds moisture away.
Berry Compliant
Size: X-Small – 5X-Large
Colors: Alpha Green, Coyote Brown
Level 7: PL5 Vest
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