Welcome to the August 2025 Ricochet Roundup
From departments making the switch to non-PFAS gear to our President sharing insights on Firefighter Nation’s podcast, here’s what’s happening in the Ricochet community.
Congratulations to Our National Gear Giveaway Winners!
Six departments are taking home 5 sets each of non-PFAS turnout gear from Ricochet!
Cicero Fire Department (IL)
Yuma Fire Department (AZ)
South Iredell Fire-Rescue (NC)
Ithaca Fire Department (NY)
Friendswood Vol. Fire Dept. (TX)
Dawson County Fire and Emergency Services (GA)
CUSTOMER SPOTLIGHT
DeLand Fire Department Sets the Standard
As one of Ricochet’s long-standing partners, DeLand Fire Department continues its leadership in firefighter safety—transitioning to Ricochet’s non-PFAS turnout gear in alignment with Florida’s House Bill 929.
This month, Representative Brennan Norton sized 26 more firefighters for gear that meets the latest safety standards—bringing DeLand closer to a full transition. We’re proud to support their commitment to safety—not just in the field, but in their health.
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT
Ricochet on Firefighter Nation
Listen In: Peter Askey shares how Ricochet is engineering real-world turnout gear—from non-PFAS materials to mobility-first. Watch this video and more on our YouTube. Subscribe to see everything we have coming up!
Women’s Fit Initiative
Female firefighters—help us shape the future of turnout gear. Take our survey to help us design PPE that fits better, feels better, and performs better—for you.
