Snakestaff Systems
Snakestaff Systems ETQ™ & ETQ WIDE™ GEN 2 Blue Trainer
***COMING SOON - ESTIMATED RELEASE END OF MAY***
ETQ™ Blue Trainer – Practice Smart. Perform Under Pressure
Train Like It’s Real—Because It Might Be
The Snakestaff Systems ETQ™ Blue Trainer is built for realistic tourniquet training without compromising your emergency gear. Constructed to the same specs as the live ETQ™ and ETQ WIDE™ Gen 2 models, it delivers hands-on, high-fidelity reps that build muscle memory—essential for real-world trauma response.
Whether you're a first responder, tactical professional, or prepared civilian, this trainer is the smart way to sharpen your skills and preserve your live tourniquet for when it matters most.
Why Choose the ETQ™ Blue Trainer
• Live-Spec Performance – Matches the construction, feel, and function of the Gen 2 ETQ™
• Preserves Emergency Gear – Protects your live TQ from wear, stretching, and damage
• Train Without Confusion – Bright blue body clearly distinguishes it from live gear
• Field-Tested Durability – Built to handle repeated practice in classrooms or on your own
• Compatible with Stop the Bleed® Programs – Ideal for instructors, medics, and students alike
Key Features
• Identical to Gen 2 ETQ™ and ETQ WIDE™ – Available in both standard and wide models
• Tri-Grip Windlass – Same flat-profile windlass with improved mechanical leverage
• Power Curve Slot (Patent Pending) – Even pressure distribution during application
• Windlass Ring – Reduces resistance during winding, improving technique
• Webbing-Backed Hook & Loop Band – Mimics the exact threading and retention system used on live TQs
Who It’s For
• Law Enforcement, EMS, and Military
• Prepared Citizens and EDC Users
• Overlanders and Wilderness Professionals
• Trauma Instructors and Stop the Bleed® Educators
Specifications
• Sizes: Standard ETQ™ Blue Trainer or ETQ WIDE™ Blue Trainer
• Color: Blue
• Construction: Identical to Gen 2 live versions
• Compatibility: Matches dimensions, materials, and use method of ETQ™ Gen 2 models
• Intended Use: Training only – not for live trauma care
Train Smarter. Respond Faster
Live tourniquets aren’t made for practice. The ETQ™ Blue Trainer ensures your gear stays mission-ready—while you build the skill to use it. Whether you're an operator, responder, or civilian, proper training begins with the right tools.
Add the ETQ™ Blue Trainer to your loadout and practice like lives depend on it—because they do.
with Practice.
Product information
Stay Ready Outdoors — Return & Refund Policy
Last Updated: April 22, 2025
At Stay Ready Outdoors, we stand behind the quality of our products and want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If you need to return an item, please review our policy below.
Returns
We offer a 30-day return policy, meaning you have 30 days from the date you receive your item to request a return.
Return Eligibility
To qualify for a return, your item must:
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Be unworn or unused, with original tags intact
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Be in its original packaging, including all accessories
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Include proof of purchase (receipt or order number)
How to Start a Return
To initiate a return, email us at crquarto@stayreadyoutdoors.com with your order details. Once approved, you’ll receive return instructions and a prepaid shipping label.
Important: Items sent back without prior approval will not be accepted.
Return Address:
Stay Ready Outdoors
ATTN: Returns
15236 Las Flores Ave
La Mirada, CA 90638
Damaged, Defective, or Incorrect Items
Please inspect your order upon arrival. If your item is damaged, defective, or incorrect, contact us at crquarto@stayreadyoutdoors.com within 7 days so we can evaluate and resolve the issue promptly.
Non-Returnable Items & Exceptions
Some items are non-returnable, including:
❌ Engraved or customized items
❌ Perishable goods (e.g., food)
❌ Personal care items (e.g., hygiene or beauty products)
❌ Hazardous materials (e.g., flammable liquids or gases)
❌ Gift cards and final sale items
Clothing must be unworn and include original tags.
Augason Farms Products – All Sales Final
Due to the nature of long-term food storage, all sales on Augason Farms products are final.
We do not accept returns or exchanges on Augason Farms products for any reason including:
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Incorrect order
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Change of mind
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Shipping delays
Replacements will only be issued in the event of:
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A verified manufacturing defect, or
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Shipping damage, which must be reported within 5 days of delivery with supporting photo documentation
Please email crquarto@stayreadyoutdoors.com immediately if you believe your product is defective or was damaged in transit.
Pre-Orders
As of 02/07/2025, we no longer offer refunds on pre-orders.
Pre-orders placed before this date are eligible for refunds under this policy.
If you’re unsure whether your item qualifies for a return, email us before sending it back.
Exchanges
The fastest way to exchange an item is to initiate a return and, once accepted, place a new order for the item you want.
European Union Customers – 14-Day Cooling-Off Period
If your order was shipped to the European Union, you have the right to cancel or return it within 14 days of delivery, for any reason.
To be eligible:
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Items must be unused, with original tags and packaging
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Must include proof of purchase
Refunds
Once we receive and inspect your return, we will notify you of approval. If approved, we will issue a refund to your original payment method within 10 business days.
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It may take additional time for your bank or credit card company to process the refund.
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If you haven’t received your refund within 15 business days of approval, contact us at crquarto@stayreadyoutdoors.com.
Need Help?
If you have any questions about your return or refund, we’re here to help:
📧 Email: crquarto@stayreadyoutdoors.com
Commonly Asked Questions
PLEASE READ THIS FIRST BEFORE EMAILING US!
Is the ETQ wide enough?
If you cut open the most widely used TQ by LE and Militaries around the world you’ll find that it’s only a 1” wide piece of inner webbing that’s doing the constricting. The outer 1.5” sleeve does not constrict. Don’t believe us, try tightening one of those on a foam roller next to the ETQ™ for 30 min. You’ll see they leave the same imprint. 1” wide.
1” has been good enough to stop the bleed for years. If you want a wider TQ, take a look out our ETQ Wide™
What kind of testing was performed?
The ETQ™ and ETQ Wide™ have been proven to cut off blood flow using doppler and ultrasound at a level 5 trauma unit. We went through extensive testing of its durability and windlass strength in extreme weather conditions. Watch the Torture Test Here.
Does the ETQ™ and ETQ Wide™ work on children and K9’s?
We kept small diameter limbs in mind during the design process. It can constrict down to 1” diameter, which is significantly smaller than other TQ’s, making it a great option for children and dogs.
Is the ETQ CoTCCC recommended?
Contrary to popular belief, manufacturers cannot submit tourniquets to the Committee of Tactical Combat Casualty Care (CoTCCC) for review whenever they want. Instead, CoTCCC organizes review sessions at their choosing. CoTCCC has only done two TQ reviews in the last 20 years, the most recent of which was in 2019.
Therefore, the ETQ and ETQ Wide have not yet been reviewed by the CoTCCC.
We’ve been in regular contact with CoTCCC members however, there is no indication that another TQ review is happening any time soon. In fact, there are indications that CoTCCC will no longer be doing TQ reviews at all.
In lieu of this we’re currently working with several universities to conduct independent, published, clinical trials on our ETQs however none of them have concluded at the moment.
We’ve also done numerous color doppler ultrasound tests, some of which are posted on the “Videos” tab on our website.
We will continue to pursue independent, third-party testing and publish the data as it becomes available, so customers can make their own informed decisions.
Will you offer different colors?
Not at this time but in the future we will have other color options to be used for trainers.
Warranty:
While tourniquets are inherently a one-time use item we stand behind our product. ETQ’s come with a lifetime warranty covering any manufacturing defects. This does not include repeated use as a trainer. Contact us for warranty and returns.
ETQ™ Emergency Instructions
ETQ Ultrasound Test
In this example, the ETQ™ stops blood flow after two turns, however you should twist the windlass as many times as possible in a real situation.
Introducing the Everyday Carry Tourniuqet. ETQ™
The patent pending ETQ™ is compact, yet effective, making it easy to have on hand. Think of our ETQ™ as the SIG 365® of TQ’s: Both are small and designed for carry and concealment.