The Ultimate Guide to Tactical Pants brings together more than 30 styles of tactical pants—a list that is growing every day. The sprawling analysis investigates the nuances of multi-pocket cargo pants, laying out all the chief players in an easy-to-navigate, single-page document. Moreover, it identifies key similarities and differences between the various pant brands on the market today.

“We created this guide to give back to the law enforcement community, which comprises the majority of our customer base,” said Chad Weinman, CEO of Cat5 Commerce, owner of TacticalPants.com. “We have created an invaluable resource that does not exist anywhere else on the web.”

Months of research went into perfecting the thorough report, which included conducting in-depth interviews with top tactical pants designers across the country. Inside the guide, a chart outlines 13 unique features of eight original tactical pants. Each manufacturer’s history and development is detailed as well as specific measurements on each pant.

“We plan on updating and expanding the guide frequently so that it remains relevant,” Weinman said. “We want to arm our customers with the necessary tools to find that perfect pair of pants based on their individual needs.”

Launched last November, TacticalPants.com has quickly become a market leader that has already sold over 33,000 pairs of tactical pants in 2010. A fully authorized dealer of Atlanco, Blackhawk, EOTAC, Propper and Woolrich, the retailer recently added Fechheimer and Kitanica further expanding its selection.

“Since going live, TacticalPants.com immediately resonated with our sizable law enforcement customer base,” Weinman added. “We’ve really caught lightning in a bottle with this store, and it’s been a tremendous success.”

About Cat5 Commerce

Founded in 2004, Cat5 Commerce develops and operates niche online retail destinations, including GunHolsters.com, TacticalPants.com and MilitaryBoots.com. With dedicated customer service and sophisticated search marketing strategies, Cat5′s core values create extraordinary web-based shopping experiences.

The retail website is giving a lifetime supply of tactical pants to the 27-year-old Apple software engineer who recently left a next-generation iPhone at a bar. With his new multi-pocketed tactical pants that feature a cell phone pocket, the company feels that Powell will never misplace top-secret gadgets again. Now he will receive one pair of tactical pants per year for the next 20 years.

“When I came across this story on Gizmodo, all I could think about was the tactical pants’ cell phone pocket,” said Chad Weinman, CEO of Cat5 Commerce, owner of TacticalPants.com. “The pants practically make it impossible to lose anything because there is a secure pocket for everything.”

Typically the trousers feature between 10 to 12 pockets perfect for tactical gear like knives, holsters and magazines. Worn often by those in law enforcement and public safety, more recently the pants have been picked up by techies worldwide for its perfect device storage capabilities. From Kindles to video cameras, many small-scale electronics can be stuffed in tactical pants pockets—including prototype fourth-generation iPhones.

“We’d also like to buy Powell a drink, but only if he wears his new tactical pants out to the bar,” Weinman added.

About TacticalPants.com

TacticalPants.com is the leading online destination for tactical pants. The virtual storefront carries all the major brands including 5.11, Blackhawk, EOTAC, Propper and Woolrich. Launched in 2009, the niche store was built from the ground up to meet the needs of public safety officials.

About Cat5 Commerce

Founded in 2004, Cat5 Commerce develops and operates niche online retail destinations, including BDU.COM, TacticalPants.com and MilitaryBoots.com. With personalized customer service and customized shopping platforms, Cat5′s core values create an unforgettable virtual shopping experience.

Worn often by those in the law enforcement and public safety industry, tactical pants are available in a variety of colors and styles on TacticalPants.com. These pants feature multiple pockets perfect for holding duty gear such as knives, flashlights and ammunition as well as an assortment of gadgets, from mobile phones to Amazon’s Kindle. Select styles even have special features like waterproofing, extra knee padding and added durability.

Along with a world-class selection, TacticalPants.com provides unmatched customer service with free shipping on every order — no matter the price! And with a 365-day return policy, there’s a worry-free guarantee with each purchase. That’s right: Customers can buy a pair of pants, and 11 months later, they can simply return it, provided the item is unworn and unwashed. A team of customer service professionals are on hand Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST, for telephone or live chat assistance.

Customers already love the custom shopping tools that were built in-house specifically for TacticalPants.com. Each specialized search seamlessly filters through dozens of pants by brand, color, style and fabric in seconds. By simply clicking a box on the shopping page, results are updated instantaneously. With the ability to quickly alter search results, finding the perfect pant is easy.

In addition to the virtual storefront, Tactical Pants Blog ventures behind the seams, providing an information hub for the public safety industry. From the latest manufacturer news to candid interviews with police and EMS personnel, the blog keeps readers covered on all aspects of the tactical world.

About Cat5 Commerce

Founded in 2004, Cat5 Commerce develops and operates niche online retail destinations, including BDU.COM, TacticalPants.com and MilitaryBoots.com. With personalized customer service and customized shopping platforms, Cat5′s core values create an unforgettable virtual shopping experience.

On Cat5.com, visitors will learn the company’s story, from inception to its current state as an ever-expanding developer of highly specialized ecommerce destinations. While future growth for Cat5 is inevitable, its existing online properties span three industries and five storefronts at BDU.COM, Tactical.com, MilitaryBoots.com, TacticalPants.com and AspenSwimwear.com.

“Our new site really captures the essence of who we are and what we do,” said Chad Weinman, Cat5 Commerce president. “We’re gearing up for major growth, and this website serves as an important centerpiece that will chronicle that journey.”

In addition to its storefronts, Cat5 is reaching out to the communities it serves by participating in and adding to the online conversation. The privately owned company highlights this publishing portfolio on its homepage, displaying live feeds from four of its six blogs that act as windows into military, law enforcement and outdoor communities.

Stay tuned for more updates as Cat5 continues its rapid development and extends its reach in the ecommerce world.

About Cat5 Commerce

Founded in 2004, Cat5 Commerce develops and operates niche online retail destinations, including BDU.COM, TacticalPants.com and MilitaryBoots.com. With personalized customer service and customized shopping platforms, Cat5’s core values create an unforgettable virtual shopping experience.

Master Sgt. C.J. Grisham, one of the first and most prominent military bloggers, has sold the rights and domain name for A Soldier’s Perspective to Cat5 Commerce in an attempt to keep the blog running under new ownership. Grisham, an active-duty U.S. Army non-commissioned officer, has candidly shared personal opinions and stories on the blog since its launch in December 2004.

“I’m pretty happy with the fact that Cat5 Commerce is going to continue to maintain the integrity and traditions of A Soldier’s Perspective,” said Grisham, who has received numerous awards during his service, including a Bronze Star. “It’s encouraging to have the backing from a company like Cat5, which will help to move the site forward and possibly reach an even wider audience.”

After a dispute involving Grisham and his children’s school PTA, which he documented on the blog, and an investigation from the U.S. Army’s Office of the Inspector General, Grisham announced that he was shutting down A Soldier’s Perspective.

“As a firm believer in first amendment rights, I found C.J.’s situation to be compelling and astonishing,” said Chad Weinman, Cat5 Commerce President. “We will do everything in our power to preserve this tremendous outlet he created.”

Grisham and other blog contributors have vowed to return to A Soldier’s Perspective and continue to share personal experiences, adding to the ongoing online conversation about military developments. With no major changes planned, Cat5 Commerce will maintain and support A Soldier’s Perspective as an uncensored platform where active-duty soldiers and veterans alike can voice their opinions.

“The followers of ASP as well as new readers can be confident that the quality and style of writing will not change as a result of new management,” Grisham adds. “I hope to be able to come back and continue writing for ASP.”

About Cat5 Commerce

Founded in 2004, Cat5 Commerce develops and operates niche online retail destinations, including BDU.COM, TacticalPants.com and MilitaryBoots.com. With personalized customer service and customized shopping platforms, Cat5′s core values create an unforgettable virtual shopping experience.

The online store is searching for anyone and everyone who adores and wears military boots on a regular basis — so regular that they’ve nearly worn off the soles. Those who have are asked to submit up to four photos of their oldest, most exhausted boots. Along with pictures, entrants should include a few sentences explaining why their boots are in the world’s worst condition. Whoever submits the best photos of the most ridiculously weathered boots will win a lifetime supply!

“We thought this would be a great way to reward someone who really enjoys wearing military boots,” said Chad Weinman, President of Cat5 Commerce, which owns MilitaryBoots.com. “If you really do wear your boots that much, you deserve military boots for life.”

“We’re thrilled to dig through these entries to see what sorts of boots people are still wearing,” Mr. Weinman added. “We’ll be posting pictures of the top 10 on our website.”

For more information, visit http://www.militaryboots.com/military-boots-for-life-contest.html or simply e-mail your name, contact information, photos and story to contest@militaryboots.com. All entries must be received by midnight CST on March 31, 2010. MillitaryBoots.com will announce the winner on April 5, 2010. The winner will receive one pair of Converse military boots for the next 20 years and will have their boots featured on MilitaryBoots.com.

About MilitaryBoots.com

MilitaryBoots.com is an Internet retailer based in Chesterfield, Missouri. As the leader in military boots, the online store offers such brands as Danner, Converse, Belleville, Magnum and Rocky Boots. MilitaryBoots.com provides uncompromised customer service and a custom-built shopping experience. Learn more at http://www.militaryboots.com.