One of our Plank Owners, Eric Chevalier, recently contacted us about using ITS as an outlet to donate some gear that he no longer needed. Eric personally sent over two huge boxes to us so we could distribute it as we saw fit to those in harms way.
While we were able to get a few things out to our brothers down range, there’s still a log of gear that needs a good home. So, piggybacking on Eric’s awesome gesture, we’ve thrown in some gear and ITS merchandise into the pile of awesome.
ITS is going to cover the shipping to send this stuff out to whomever we feel has the most need for the gear, regardless of where they’re at in the world. We want this to get to those who need it. While we’d prefer it went to deployed Military or Contractors, our Law Enforcement brothers at home are no less deserving.
How to enter
If you’d like to throw your name in to claim a piece of gear, just leave a comment with a brief description of what you do, what you feel you could use and an email address so we can contact you to send out your gear. All the gear is numbered, so please reference numbers when throwing in your name for something.
Please pass this information out to all those you know in need and either have them come here to leave a comment, or leave one yourself with who you’re nominating to receive the gear. Again this is all free of charge and open to anyone in need, please be honest and don’t abuse this.
We’ll try to spread the gear out to everyone, so truly only throw your name up for what you know you can use (you can request more than one item). Also, if you have things you’d be willing to ship out to those in need, add that into the comments and people can roger up for what you’re offering as well.
Let’s all work together and show our appreciation for those fighting the good fight!
What’s Available
- Kifaru Express Pack w/ Waistbelt
- Kifaru Claymore Pocket
- Kifaru Claymore Pocket
- Eagle Industries Courier Bag
- Esstac Patch Book
- Emdom KitMat
- Paraclete MOLLE Medical Pouch
- Paraclete MOLLE Double (Single) M4 Pouch
- Paraclete MOLLE Double (Single) M4 Pouch
- Paraclete MOLLE Admin Pouch
- Paraclete MOLLE Canteen Pouch
- Paraclete MOLLE GP Pouch
- Paraclete MOLLE GP Pouch
- Paraclete MOLLE Small GP Pouch
- Paraclete MOLLE Medical Pouch
- Paraclete MOLLE Admin Pouch
- Paraclete MOLLE Small GP Pouch
- TAG Double Mag Pouch (Magnetic Retention)
- TangoDown Stubby Vertical Grip (Painted)
- TangoDown Vertical Grip (Painted)
- TangoDown Stubby Vertical Grip
- Ergo Grip Rail Panels (3)
- LWRC Rail Panels
- TangoDown Rifle Grip
- ITS Schwag (Multicam Patch)
- ITS Schwag (Black/White/Grey Patch)
- ITS Schwag (Tan/Grey Patch)
This giveaway will be posted for 1 week, until May 25th, 23:59 (Central Time). At that time we’ll send out emails and get this stuff shipped out.
Thank you to everyone for your service and to Eric for making this possible!
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Hi, i’m Viktor and active duty in the swedish armed forces. I’d really need some new mag puches and GP since the ones i’m issued pretty much suck and have to buy my own gear. The thing is, i can’t really put all of the new gear that i need since just recently i found mold in my bathroom and have to hire contractors to build me a new one.
The pouches i’m interested in are #8, #9 and #12
Would love to get my hands on any of the gear actually, but the only things that are related would be either #4 Courier bag and #10, the admin pouch.
if someone else is more deserving, please feel free to let them have it.
I’m an Info Sec officer for DoD.
PM me on the boards for e-mail/address if you do choose me.
Thanks.
I’m just a data geek in the Marines, 0651. I’m heading to Africa soon. #4 would be very helpful. #27 would be cool to have too. I left my email in the box above (I didn’t want it public).
This is a great idea and gesture. I’ve been deploying in both the military and DOD since 2003 and I’ve had to go through and buy most of my own gear to replace a lot of the second quality issue items. I’m in between trips this year and am due to head out later. Last year my deployment bag finally had it and literally fell apart. I haven’t replaced it yet because I want somthing that is finally going to last multiple trips on a C-130 and elsewhere. I’d like to throw in my name for item 1, 15, and 18. Thanks!
I am currently in a Long Range Surveillance Company. I would make use of any piece of gear. If I need to bug out #1 would be nice for essentials. #10 would be nice to store stuff for notes,etc. I would make use of medical pouches and admin pouches. If you could throw in some patches to show support for you guys, that would be great.
Cpl Bryson Holland, USMCR. 0331, Machine Gunner. I’d like a shot at the Kifaru Express pack. I’m currently with 2d Bn 23d Marines Fox Co, returned from Iraq (Ramadi) in September and am planning to deploy to A-stan with elements from 1/25 in a couple of months. I’ve currently got no suitable pack of that size.
Pass along my thanks to Chevalier for his generosity and commitment to those fighting the good fight. I appreciate it greatly, whether the pack goes to me or somebody more deserving.
Hello ITS team, I am in need of a small OD medical pouch for my First aid kit, if its in any other color thats fine also. Any Swag from ITS would be very cool to own also.
Thanks Guys
Aaron Rainbolt
aaron@comeNtakeit.com
I am currently stationed at fort bragg with the 82nd. already did one combat tour already and will be going on another one shortly.Kifaru Express Pack w/ Waistbelt #1 would just be nice to have love great assault packs.Paraclete MOLLE Admin Pouch #10 would be great for my note pads and pens.TAG Double Mag Pouch (Magnetic Retention #18. mag pouches last deployment stunk. # 25, 26, and 27, would also be great to have.
I could really use the Admin pouch (#16)
Hey, of all the things, I’d really just like some ITS Schwag to support you guys for supporting us. You guys have so much good information up all the time I figure if people see me wearing one of your patches at work, it’ll help spread the word a little.
SPC Dixon
Special Operations Helicopter Crew Chief
I am in law enforcement here in the desert southwest, and I am putting on a patrol rifle qualification course for my small department. I could really use any one of the mag pouches since currently I am going to have to carry them in my pockets.
Great gesture guys. My son is in the Army, and I know how much they need good gear. Please consider me last.
I’d love #1 or #25. I could use either, one for hunting and one to sew on my hunting gear. Anything would be great tho.
thanks
Seeing all the need out there for those serving our country, whether as military or LEO on limited funds, how about the possibility of setting up a contribution fund that could be used for gear desperately needed. I’ll donate $50 to get it going. I know that there may be some legal problems with donations, so maybe there can be a place for a wish list on the forum and we can do it directly with individuals. Ideas anyone?
The #4 Courier Bag would be extremely helpful. My old shooting bag is all but gone, but just don’t want to get rid of it. I assist and teach “LONG” range/distance shooting so this would be ideal to keep pertinent information and data book, etc.
Semper Fi
This is awesome, Thanks for doing this for us. I don’t need anything right now but if this becomes a regular thing there may be some things that I can add once my PCS is complete.
I’m studying as a student in the aersospace industry hoping to work on future aicraft for our armed forces, especially the next generation of ground attack aircraft in the legacy of the Warthog.
As such, there’s nothing I need (except maybe an ITS patch to support you guys!). I hope everything will be well used by those who really need it.
Respect to those on the frontlines, and those standing behind them.
Hey guys, great giveaway idea!
I could use items 10 and 15, since our SWAT team just got new Molle armor carriers and I am trying to out fit mine.
Hello, my father is a police officer for my small state and was just issued a carbine for use, however he wasnt given any accessories at all for it. So i recently just bought him a rail system n my own dime, but had no money left over for anything else. #’s 20 and 22 or 23 would be a great addition to help him get started with the use of his rail equipped carbine, but if there is someone more needing or deserving of it please send it to them over me. Thank you very much for your effort.
i work as a pathfinder in the 101st airborne division. we have a large set of metl tasks, but it involves a lot of time outside the wire. could use the bag as a recon patrol bag or for extraction equipment. replacment pouches b/c the crap the army issues only lasts/ performs so well, and of course the patch to a quality site who looks out for the grunts. if you guys want to adopt a platoon i know a bunch of steelie eyed killers that could use your help. thanks for the support.
1 Kifaru Express Pack w/ Waistbelt
2 Kifaru Claymore Pocket
7 medical pouch, paraclete
8 double mag pouch, paraclete
25 its multicam patch
I’m a peace officer for a small 2 man department in rural Alberta, Canada. We have a tiny budget (only covers our meager wages), and can use all the help we can get. Med pouches (especially if they had blowout supplies in them) would be especially helpful for my partner and I. I could also use a messenger bag to hold my duty gear in the truck. (and if you wanted to throw in a multicam patch or sticker so I can brag you guys up, that would be great too)
I would like to enter for my son-in-law, Brant Albright, who is currently on his first deployment with the Marines in Afghanistan. I really don’t know what he could use but I’m sure he would appreciate any item 1-17. I’m pretty sure he’s squared away for weapons gear. Thanks for the consideration!! Like I said he’ll appreciate it!!
I’ll put in my good buddy who is a SAR member and a reserve deputy. Item 1 for SAR and 25 to pimp some ITS :)
Very generous and amazing offer. Love to see people trying to help others out!
This is awesome. I am a Cavalry Scout with 10th Mountain. I would like to put my name in the hat for the #1 and, hell, anything. Thanks,
ash.hess@yahoo.com
Hey guys! This is an awesome gig you have going on. Both the web site and this give away. I have about ten years experiance as a medic in the Army. That is all about to change in a few months, I will be going to NSEOD at Eglin. After that I’m pretty sure it will be back to the sand box. That said, I do have a bit of time in the states before any ops so hook up the current warriors first.
I want to start by saying that Eric Chevalier and others that donate thier gear to others in need is absolutely honorable! I know that at times in the past I have been fortunate enough to give buddies pieces of kit they needed that I no longer utilized and I know many others that do the same, we tend to look out for one another. I know for alot of good hearted operators it is difficult to actually ask for gear unless someone actually says to them I know you need it take it, many operators feel they should scrap by as best as they can and attempt to do it themselves in acquiring it, I know I do. Currently I am a tactical medic and certified police officer attached to our local Special Operations Team, I work full time on a medical helicopter so my time is volunteered to the unit and the department. With the economy the way it currently is it is extremely difficult for me to purchase needed equipment on my own. Department budget restraints has made it difficult to aquire gear. When funding has been available its helped the team obtain some needed gear, typically however the paid officers get the needed gear first. Not only would I, but the officers I stand ready to protect would be greatly appreciative if you felt inclined to donate any of the gear you have, the specific items despritely needed is #7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13 & 14 . I know many other operators need gear just as much as I do, so I commend you for taking the time to review all the posts because I know it will be difficult to determine who is in more need over the other. I hope this starts an even greater donation based effort that continues on. Again thank you and all who have the ability to donate gear I have an abundance of respect for you!
As a NCO at Fort Bragg who is preparing for yet another deployment i could really use anything you would be willing to part with…lets face it im not picky anything you could help with is just less i would have to buy later…..particularly anything items 5 thru 18 would be of particular help.
My name is PFC Christopher Letch, USMC 0311. Deploying to Afghanistan soon and would like to throw my name in for number 2 (or 3) and number 6.
Awesome contest that will definitely help out those in need.
I am a Scout and I could really use item #25.
Hey Guys.
I would like to put my name in for item number one. I am an ODA deployed to OIF. This is my third tour here. I work with Iraqi Sepcial Operations in and around Baghdad. I recently had my radio bag that holds my 117 G, SAT phone, extra batteries, pyro, and cyrpto, blow out on me while conducting a HAF. Would really like to be able to get another bag.
Thanks
T.
hello there i am a hydro mechanic in the us air force working every day to get b1 and c-130 airplanes flying to support my brothers on the ground. obviously our warriors overseas need this gear far more than me but i could sure use #10, admin pouch, to carry all the pens, pencils and parts i need to do my job. thanks a ton, you guys are amazing.
While I could justify any of that stuff for future military and law enforcement use I believe others on here need it more than I so I’m gonna throw my name in the hat for items #25, 26, & 27. Why, so I can have some cool ITS stuff and give your awesome company free advertsing!
Hello all,
I work as a full time LEO for a small department in New England. After years of pleading with our less than tactically sound Chief, he has finally agreed to allow us to implement a patrol rifle / active shooter program. Things being as they are financially, particularly in my town, we are only able to field three rifles, without any accessories or equipment. Being a former grunt, I have a small collection of “acquired” gear, however not nearly enough to outfit all my brothers. Any assistance, particularly in the way of mag pouches (#’s 8,9) or any other “go bag” type gear would be greatly appreciated. In exchange, I would be willing to send pics of my boys putting the gear to good use, and will also take up a collection of any LE / tactical gear we may have which can be donated back to ITS to perpetuate this great idea. Any consideration would be greatly appreciated. Keep up the good fight, and watch your six!!
jherm0311@yahoo.com
I am a CAT-A Team Sergeant for a team that is currently deployed in southern Afghanistan for another ten months and we can use anything on the list to be honest. We don’t get much when we deploy and Supply is living up to all the negative stereotypes you can toss. Off the top of my head I can say bags are always a plus since our mission changes day to day from KLE to TCP to dismounted patrols. All depending on what unit we are attached to and how we can slip past the bureaucrats. From the list I could see an immediate use for 1,2,3,10,16,17,19,20,21,24, and any its schwag possible. I have to echo the others above me that this is a great idea and I’m sure my wife would love me to toss up some of my extra gear when I get home. Loganvobisatmedotcom
I am an Airborne Infantry Platoon leader 6 months into a deployment to eastern Afghanistan. A buddy told me about this site and I would like to get any GP pouches for my soldiers. We are usually ripping through most of the pouches pretty quick and I want to keep my guys to keep their money for R&R. GP Pouches 12, 13, 14, 15 would be great for the Joe’s.
Appreciate all you guys are doing for the troops.
I’m a “aircrew” member in the US military. I travel alot and anything would be appreciated, however, my unit gives us more than some. If any scwhag possible to get the name out is my main goal. The co operation you have with the other company is outstanding in supporting the ones I feel deserve it most. Keep up the great work. You don’t see this often enough!
My little cousin is just about get his boots on the ground in Afghanistan. Fresh out of high school and in the Marines (Infantry), I imagine he’s a little under prepared.
(LCPL Lowe, Richard C. — 3/3 Lima Co. WPNS — Unit 44090)
I actually just sent him a few letters asking what he really needs but don’t think I’ll get a response back in a timely manner. No big deal.
There is a package I have going out today for him that includes some magazines (paper kind) and other treats as well as an ITS Tactical patch, and a handful of ITS stickers.
With me not being sure as to what he really truly needs the most, I went through and picked some of the basic multi purpose gear.
Although, anything he can get would be totally fine (I just don’t think he really ‘needs’ a patch book, etc.).
6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19
My plan is to slowly buy him items like these in the future and send them to him. Anything that will give him the edge as well as keep him alive.
Regardless of who gets these items, I can’t thank Eric Chevalier enough. What he’s doing is amazing and it makes me very excited to see the brotherhood that we always hear about actually shine and show itself.
Eric, thank you.
I don’t personally need any of it, but my wife is scheduled to deploy to Afghanistan with 557th maintenance in July. I am interested in 7, 20, and of course 25 to go with their multicams being issued upon arrival. I was going to buy a med pouch and a couple ETA kits to complement the (nearly worthless) IFAK they are issued, but I will wait to see what happens with you guys. Anything that will help organize what gear they are given by the zombies in the higher levels of brass will be worth while. You know the email…
Im a LCPL in the Marines and would greatly appreciate any spare stuff that could be parted with including any ITS swag to rock on my FLAK! PM if for my email address
Hey dudes, thanks for the great giveaway. I am currently a K9 handler for a Sheriff’s Office but I’m getting ready to deploy as a Civilian Contractor into Afghanistan at the end of the summer. I’ll be handling a bomb dog overseas and would love to represent for ITS.
25, 26, or 27 would suit me just fine, but I wouldn’t turn down 1 or 4 either. Thanks for the donations ITS and Eric especially!
Hey ITS, I would like a #7 or a #15 Paraclete MOLLE Medical Pouch. I would like one to transform it into a Medical Pouch. Currently Graduating High School and will be attending Tallahassee Community College to become a Paramedic and then transfer into the Law Enforcement Academy. I wouldnt also mind the #26 ITS Tactical Patches too to sport them around. Email: Knghtdragoon@yahoo.com
- Thanks and Good Luck to everyone.
Currently a Infanty Squad Leader deployed to OIF(Iraq) since December 2009. Would really like to get my hands on a stubby, or vertical grip(19, 20, 21)from all the reviews ive seen on the ones described above. Ive had to push my issued one aside to someone else for bulk and quality issues. I would also olike to get some ITS Schwag, even if its just some buss. cards to spread the word or take pics with in “precarious” places.
thanks, D
Delta68201@aol.com
Im not gonna be a douche and ask for gear for myself, even tho im headed out soon, but atleast send it out to the write service. Army bubbas will get all the Multicam stuff for obvious reasons. Send the desert tan stuff to our Marines.
Stay in the Fight!
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wow, i’ve just finished reading all these comments and Brian, i’m not sure how you’re going to choose. I don’t envy you that’s for sure. everybody here has a valid need but what strikes me the most is that they all feel that there is someone more in need than they are. I guess i’m trying to describe them all as self less individuals. It makes me smile and makes me happy knowing that in this life, we are are like the Spartan line; whereas we protect the man next to us with our shield and fight for him with our spear…and our brother does the same for us. This website only gets better and better and it keeps drawing the best people to it. I’m very proud to be a Plank Owner and will look through my gear and see what i can give up to those that need it more.
almost forgot, Eric, hey brother, you are a very good man. plain, simple and to the point. That was an awesome thing you did and i know it was not done out of recognition or fame, but just a selfless good deed. awesome bro, just awesome.
I’m a PFC currently stationed at Bragg and awaiting an upcoming deployment. I would graciously accept anything that I could use on my first deployment. The items that I could use most are:
1 – Kifaru Express Pack w/ Waistbelt;
4 – Eagle Industries Courier Bag;
8/9 – Paraclete MOLLE Double (Single) M4 Pouch;
12/13 – Paraclete MOLLE GP Pouch.
I’ve been looking for a decent bug-out bag to throw essentials in but haven’t found the dough to shell out for a Mystery Ranch Assault pack. The courier bag would double as a range and day bag. Double mag pouches have so many uses and the GP pouch would be used to store notebooks and other small go-to items (headlamp, gerber, batteries, etc.)
Thank you to everyone who donated gear and for giving Joes the chance to get some decent gear. I’d gladly wear any of the patches on my gear to support you guys.
I am a Deputy, with the large amount of Officer related shootings in the county, I am trying to put together a medical bag. If someone needs it more, I completely understand. We have to buy our own gear due to cutbacks. Some swag would be great too! My gear is black but I will take anything I can get. Thank you
As much as I personally would like every bit of that gear, if I won, I’d give it to someone actually watching my 6 out there, preferably military. We are a small defensive pistol instructors group, and we have everything we really need – just lucky I guess.
Hello I am currently at my base in Eugene waiting for deployment in November. I’d like to start traingin with an actual pack that can hold the weight I carry so number one would be greatly appreciated! I could also use stuff for my ar like item number 18,19,20 or 21 thank you
I’m a PSG in the mighty All American Airborne Div; my unit just redeployed fr a humanitarian mission and are prepping to deploy again to combat. I’m not worried about me, but would love to get any of that gear fory troopers in my platoon. Reset isn’t what it used to be for equipment.