Coyote - camo for when you dont want to wear camo

[Hawkeye]

As prepared citizens, sometimes, there are circumstances under which we want/will want, to have our clothing in some camo pattern or another. Under other circumstances, we may not. However, there may be times when we want to be hard to see, as if we were wearing camo, but, for various reasons, cant or dont want to wear actual camo'd clothing.
Enter Coyote Brown. Coyote Brown has been one of Diz and I's favorite colors, for quite a few years now. It is a very neutral earth tone, that works in just about any environment. Its one reason we like gear in Coyote, as its versatility makes it compatible with many different camo patterns. I have heard/read folks say, that solid coyote gear is not a good idea though over camo'd clothing, as it just makes a big brown target. We beg to differ. Not only does it work well with camo patterns, it also works well just by itself.
We think that solid coyote clothing, is a very good option for when you want to be hard to see, and maintain and low profile, but without using a specific camo pattern. You can take a pair of coyote pants, and throw on a button up shirt, and looks no different than just plain casual clothing. Throw on a coyote top with a pair of jeans, and you get a similar look. Combine the two, and you really have an effective concealment aspect.

Right now, the only place we know of making Coyote BDU's is Tru-Spec via their TRU line. Thats what you see used in the below pics. I would REALLY love to see Tru-Spec make them in their Pro-G line. That would be perfect in my opinion as I like the style/cut of the Pro-G's and the use of buttons over velcro for most of the pockets. Hint Hint Tru-Spec....
Also used...Coyote Minuteman AK chest rig, Coyote Tactical Tailor MALICE pack and frame, Coyote SKD FDT Alpha gloves.

[Hawkeye]

Coyote seems to work pretty good.... as with anything, movement, shadows, and distance are all big contributors to being seen...or not seen.

[matt]

That is a great series of pics and video. Medium browns really are versatile - especially as they start to get dirty. The one color that is a constant regardless of season in most areas is brown. For all the effort I expend on trying to find a one size fits all camo, I would probably be better off just going with a mix of medium browns.

[Hawkeye]

Yeah, that is one positive aspect of these...they'll start to take on their own form of "camo" as they get dirty. You are correct, brown is pretty much a constant year round color in many different environments.
We are still evaluating different patterns for our own personal use, but regardless, a couple of sets of solid coyote will always be a part of the plan. Just too versatile and effective not to have them. I wish some more folks would get on board making them. I also wish that Tru-Spec would do them in their Pro-G line. That would be freaking awesome in my book.

[Horse]

Feb 11, 2012 13:39:38 GMT -5 Hawkeye said:

This is a great example of Coyote confusion.

Your gear in this shot is Coyote Tan, your uniform, Coyote Brown.

I've found that Coyote Tan is a far more useful color than Coyote Brown. There is far more difference in the colors than most would believe, and companies far and wide just use Coyote for both colors.
In reality the closest color for Coyote Brown, and the original use for it was the USMC MARPAT camo and CB stuff matches it's brown pigments very well. CT however does not. CT does however work with many other shades like MARPAT desert and especially with MC and apparently now with A-TACS AU/FG.

Thoughts of a very tired man - I like both, but CT better.

[Hawkeye]

Yes, Coyote Tan and Coyote Brown, are two different shades. Coyote Brown being the darker of the two. It makes things difficult when ordering things such as materials, threads, etc..... ask me how I know.....

[Hawkeye]

[FusilierDeMontagne]

Feb 11, 2012 13:39:38 GMT -5 Hawkeye said:

As prepared citizens, sometimes, there are circumstances under which we want/will want, to have our clothing in some camo pattern or another.

Except for hunting in a commercial hunting camo pattern like, say, Realtree, I cannot envision a situation where it would be appropriate for an armed citizen -even in the deepest SHTF situation- to be using any military or pseudo-military camo clothing &/ or gear.

From a commercial point of view, I understand that UW Gear sells gear in MC/ OCP but from the UW point of view I understand only CT & RG... period!?!

Feb 11, 2012 13:39:38 GMT -5 Hawkeye said:

Under other circumstances, we may not. However, there may be times when we want to be hard to see, as if we were wearing camo, but, for various reasons, cant or dont want to wear actual camo'd clothing.

"Hippy Earth Tones Camouflage (H.E.A.T. Camo)" by Gabe Suarez goes in the same direction:

www.warriortalknews.com/2012/11/hippy-earth-tones-camouflage-heat-camo.html

[Hawkeye]

Nov 27, 2012 12:49:01 GMT -5 FusilierDeMontagne said:

Feb 11, 2012 13:39:38 GMT -5 Hawkeye said:

As prepared citizens, sometimes, there are circumstances under which we want/will want, to have our clothing in some camo pattern or another.

Except for hunting in a commercial hunting camo pattern like, say, Realtree, I cannot envision a situation where it would be appropriate for an armed citizen -even in the deepest SHTF situation- to be using any military or pseudo-military camo clothing &/ or gear.

The times when I wouldnt want it, are few and far between, and very specific.

[UnforseenWeather]

Nov 21, 2012 8:06:53 GMT -5 Hawkeye said:

Nice vid - you have opened my eyes over the years now toward Coyote being a valid color for my AO, which is very definitely a Woodland area. I still like OD Green, but it can go way dark whereas the Coyote does take on a lot of the surroundings.