TAILORED TO FIT YOU PERFECTLY
The best of both worlds
What if we told you it’s possible to design a new backpack or an equipment vest tailored for your needs – in a few weeks?
With a quality level that’s production ready?
The secret lies in how we work with our product platforms. Basically, our platforms are tried-and-tested, quality-assured concepts where certain features remain fixed and others are open for variation. They’ve all been created and refined based on years of design know-how, first-hand experience and customer input. For instance, the ergonomics of a backpack carrying harness remain constant. But we can tweak and adjust features like volume, closing methods, placements of pockets and more, as needed. This gives you the best of both worlds: a solution with well-proven, rock-solid functionality, combined with the flexibility to have a customized product.
All challenges and tactical situations are different. We know this from personal experience and from three decades of working with demanding professionals in Military and Law Enforcement units throughout Europe. While Snigel offers a wide range of standard products for most carrying and protective needs, we also recognize that off-the-shelf solutions are not always enough.
We welcome and encourage user dialogue to make sure you get exactly the solution you want, regardless of whether your unit needs 20 or 200 000 pieces. Our user-centred, iterative design approach, based on the platforms, allows us to deliver production-like samples, without the early-stage flaws or quality issues that often occur in first-time productions. Once you’ve tested and approved the samples, we can ramp up production quickly to suit any requirement, whether customized for the special forces team or meeting the needs of a regular Army.
When you have browsed our wide range of products, but believe that your project could benefit from customisation, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
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Currently the following platforms are available as a starting point:
Heavy-load Carriers
EXTENDED COMFORT FOR BIG-LOAD JOURNEYS
The evolution of modern armed conflicts is driving changes in the demands on the soldier’s gear towards more complex, heavier equipment loads. Our larger 80-130L heavy-load carriers are based on a design platform that makes them:
- Comfortable to carry for extended time periods
- Compatible with combat vests, ballistic vests and plate carriers
- Suitable for use by any soldier carrying equipment for
extended operations, but not optimal for combat - Extendable in storage due to two large side pockets
- Flexible thanks to adjustable rotating hip belt
- Same smart packboard carrying system as our big backpacks
The standard platform design includes a lid and padded carry cushions, with a wide range of customizable features:
- Roll-up or drawcord closure of the main compartment
- Varying amounts of MOLLE/PALS webbing
- Zip-openable main compartment
- Compression straps
- Side pocket attachments with zipper or hole webbing
- Side pockets that can be used as a backpack
- Connection system for medium-sized backpacks
- Other special attachment points
- Combination of backpack without frame and packboard
- Size
Mission Backpacks
COMFORT FOR THOSE MID-SIZED LOADS
Our traditional, medium-sized lidded backpacks offer a storage capacity of 30-50L and are based on a platform that offers you:
- Carrying comfort over extended time periods
- Compatibility with combat vests, ballistic vests and plate carriers
- Durability for any soldier carrying equipment required for 24-48 hours of operations
The standard platform design includes a lid and padded carry cushions, with a wide range of customizable features:
- Roll-up or drawcord closure of the main compartment
- Removeable or fixed carry cushions
- Removable or fixed belt
- Fix or height-adjustable lid
- Extended or flat-lid compartment
- Varying amounts of MOLLE/PALS webbing
- Zip-openable main compartment
- Compression straps
- Side pocket attachments with zipper or hole webbing
- Connection system for large backpacks
- Connection system for vests and plate carrier
- Size options
Specialist Backpacks
VISIBLILITY WITH ORGANIZATION
Back in 2007, based on the success of our standard backpacks, we set out to develop a zipped version that would open up quickly, allowing for full visibility and accessibility. But we also wanted it to be a flexible platform, with super-reliable zippers and compartments that would work for many years. The main thinking behind this platform was to offer you:
- Comfort for extended time periods
- Compatibility with combat vests, ballistic vests and plate carriers
- Full visibility and accessibility when opened
- Suitability for specialist tools: radio, medic, EOD, etc.
- Flexibility and organization with attachable insert panels and pouches
The basic design is the same as 2008, but many details have been improved after 12 years of testing and development. With this platform as a base, we then offer a variety of different options that can be combined, as needed, so you get a zipped backpack that’s just right for your needs:
- Shape of the zip opening
- Removeable or fixed carry cushions
- Removable or fixed belt
- With or without hip belt
- Varying amounts of MOLLE/PALS webbing
- Compression straps
- Back or side pockets
- Connection system for large backpacks
- Connection system for vests and plate carrier
- Inside pockets
- Inside attachment system for panels and pouches
- Size options
Zipped Pouches
OUR SECRET OBSESSION
A pouch with a zipper. On the surface, it sounds pretty straightforward, right? We don’t agree. We see them as small beautiful ecosystems where every detail must be perfect. That’s because we believe zipped pouches are about far more than meets the eye. That means easy opening and closing; safe storage; tight connections; drainage when needed and content that’s in good order. Call it an obsession, but we believe pouches are magical when done right.
Based on a general design, we adapt the pouches for your specific needs.
- Storage capacity measurements
- Special compartments for the content of the pouch
- Attachment system- Interface-PALS/MOLLE, hand carry or other
- Other requirements
- Quick access to pouch content
- Ports for cables or hoses
- Weather protection
- Impact protection
Squeeze ballistic protection system
ADAPT THE SYSTEM TO THE SITUATION
Our squeeze ballistic protection and equipment carrying system allows you to adapt the protection and the carrying capacity to meet your needs while taking into account factors like weight, heat stress and other challenges. The different parts can be combined in many different ways depending on the threat, mission and environment. The Squeeze sits very comfortable and tight on your body.
It’s also easy to adjust the height and width, even while wearing it!
Coveralls
MOVE FREELY WITH GOOD PROTECTION
First developed in 1998, our classic coveralls ensure a high degree of comfort and protection for demanding professionals. Over the years, we’ve further refined the design to be more form-fitting and made several special versions. Today Snigel coveralls are available in our extended size range in XS-XXL in five length groups. The cut is designed for an excellent fit with ample freedom of movement while offering maximum protection. Whether you are large of small, working in the field or elsewhere, you’ll find just the right solution.
Possible to combine one size for the upper body with another size for the lower body, for a perfect, personalized fit.
The following features have been made in different coveralls:
- Elastic back
- Hood that can be put inside the collar
- Pockets in various places
- Cut protection in the crotch, knees and elbows
- Shoe connection system
- Adjustable waist
- Arm-pit ventilation
- Leg ventilation
- Add-on map pockets
- Add-on vest
Tactical jackets
FUNCTION MEETS COMFORT
Versatile and highly functional, our tactical jackets offer a snug fit while providing the kind of freedom of movement and comfort professionals demand. They are made available in our extended size range in XS-XXL in five length groups. There’s a perfect size and model for everyone.
The standard layout includes::
- 2 chest pockets
- 2 side pockets
- 1 back pocket
- 2 sleeve pockets
- 2 elbow pockets for elbow pads
- Zipped front
Tactical shirts
KEEPING YOU COOL
The tactical shirt is actually a rather late innovation. The original idea came from a Swedish workwear manufacturer that, in the late 1970s, made a jacket with fabric sleeves combined with a pile body. The idea was that it should be worn under a tool vest. Now, 40 years later, the combat shirt has become a widely used under garment in most armies.
When developing our own version, the focus was on providing good protection and durability while also assuring enough ventilation – a crucial factor. So we selected a special jersey body to keep the arms protected and the torso cool under the ballistic vest. The sleeves are in fabric with pockets for elbow pads. The collar is normally also in jersey and has a zippered opening for ventilation. In short, the perfect shirt for tactical operations.
Tactical trousers
PERFECTED FOR PROFESSIONALS
When it comes to tactical trousers, we confess to being a bit fanatical. As avid users ourselves, we know that the fit, comfort and functionality is not something to be taken lightly. Every single aspect of our trousers designs are worked through thoroughly – tested, changed, tested, changed, and then tested again. After all, we use them ourselves nearly every day. They are part of an evoultion that will never stop.
Our tactical trousers come in an extended range, with 20 waist sizes and five length groups. Whether you are large or small, you’re certain to find just the right style and fit.
Options:
- Elastic fabric
- Cut protection in the crotch and knees
- Pockets in various places
- Side pockets
- Leg pockets
- Thigh pockets
- Back pockets
- Shin pockets
- Adjustable waist
- Attachment for braces
- Leg width adjustment
- Leg end closure
- Shoe connection system
- Ventilation
