Tourniquet Belt-TQB by DNA Innovations

11/10/2025

Prototype Update:

After months of design refinement, the latest TQB prototypes have arrived.

The overall build looks strong, and it’s rewarding to see how far this concept has come. That said, they’re not quite at the level of precision and quality we’re aiming for just yet. We’ll continue refining the design until it meets the standard we expect from a tool designed to save lives.

The good news — the next version is already in production, and we don’t expect a long wait before it’s in hand.

Each iteration brings us one step closer to delivering a product that performs exactly as intended — reliably, quickly, and under pressure.

09/16/2025

We’re excited to share that DNA Innovations took 1st place at the Idaho Veterans Chamber of Commerce pitch competition last week!

A big thank you to the judges: Marie Baker (Idaho SBDC), Scott Schlange (KeyBank), Trillitye Paullin (Nova Vita Laboratories), and Simon Avalos (Swire Coca-Cola).

Shoutout to Mindi Anderson (Idaho Veterans Chamber of Commerce) and Cara Van Sant(Boise State Venture College) for putting together such a great event.

Congratulations to Joshua Yocum on his 2nd place finish and to all of the incredible businesses that pitched: Focused Fidgets, Tower Beverage, BattleSpace Idaho LLC, Basidia Farms, and Crutch Carries.

This win helps us continue building momentum toward our mission:
Being prepared shouldn’t be a burden.

08/29/2025

Production Has Started

We’ve officially begun a small-batch production run of the EZR-TQB — our tourniquet-integrated belt designed to save lives without compromising everyday carry.

Our prototypes were designed and tested in-house, and we’ve now partnered with a manufacturer to produce a limited run of 50 units. This marks a major milestone as we move closer to launch.

Pending final quality checks, these 50 units will be made available for early supporters who want to be the first to carry a reliable, always-with-you solution for emergency bleeding control.

Thank you for being part of the mission.

“Join us in giving someone a tomorrow — because we were prepared today.”

04/04/2025

Big news from EZ-R Gear!
We’re proud to share that we won 1st place in our division at the 2025 Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge! 🏆🎉

This event was an incredible experience—full of talent, energy, and inspiring ventures. We’re humbled to have pitched alongside some of the best teams out there and want to give some well-deserved shoutouts:

👏 Oliver MacDonald and Chris Dagher of Qtex AI – absolute legends and winners of the overall competition!
🎤 Ella Lechner – winner of the President’s Award for her awesome “Road Show” pitch.
🌱 Luke Larkin & Anna Manaseryan – 3rd place winners with their thoughtful pitch for Taru.
🏅 Nova Speculum and Nova Sheath – strong competition in our division, taking 2nd and 3rd place!
🙌 Respect to Echo and Transport Tracker for bringing unique and valuable ideas to the table.

We also want to thank all the amazing sponsors and partners who made this event possible:
CDI Group of Companies, Trolley House Ventures, Undetectable AI, Coca-Cola HBC, Verizon, Idaho Department of Commerce, e-Fest®, Trailhead, Boise Entrepreneur Week, Hawley Troxell, Stratton Associates CPA, and Pacific Software Ventures.

And finally, a huge thank-you to the team at Boise State Venture College for organizing such an impactful event.

This win means more than a prize—it’s fuel for our mission:
“Being prepared shouldn’t be a burden.”
Let’s keep building.

03/10/2025

🚀 Big News from EZ-R Gear! 🚀

We’ve been quiet, but that’s because we’ve been hard at work behind the scenes—refining our design, growing our network, and pushing forward with the mission to make life-saving tools more accessible than ever.

And now, we have some exciting news to share! 🎉

We’re honored to announce that EZ-R Gear has been selected as one of the 20 semi-finalists in the 11th Annual Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge (IEC)! This means we’ll be competing at Boise State University on April 3rd-4th, pitching the EZ-R TQB to industry leaders, investors, and innovators.

This is a huge step forward, and we can’t wait to share more updates as we continue to grow. Thank you to everyone who has supported us so far—this is just the beginning!

Stay tuned, and let’s keep pushing forward together! 💪

12/21/2024

Update: The surveys have closed! Thank you for you feedback!

📢 We Want Your Feedback! 📢

We're working hard to perfect the EZ-R Tourniquet Belt, and we need your input! This is your chance to shape the future of a life-saving tool that’s discreet, stylish, and always ready for emergencies.

📝 Complete our short survey and receive $10 as a thank-you!

Your feedback on the belt's design, features, and pricing will help us create something truly exceptional.

💡 Interested? Type "Survey" below, and we’ll send you the survey link!

⏳ Hurry—spots are limited! Be part of the journey to bring this innovative product to life.

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11/01/2024

🌟 Welcome to EZRgear! 🌟

We’re excited to launch EZRgear, a brand dedicated to making life-saving tools accessible, wearable, and ready for any situation. My name is Davis Nguyen, founder of EZRgear and a paramedic with the Idaho Air National Guard. After years of responding to emergencies, I saw a need for a tool that’s practical for daily wear yet ready to perform in critical moments.

Right now, we’re in the final stages of prototyping our first product, the EZ-R Tourniquet Belt – a sleek, versatile belt that doubles as a powerful life-saving device. Whether you're in formal attire, casual clothes, or a uniform, the EZ-R Tourniquet Belt is designed to blend seamlessly while being immediately accessible.

Take a look at this sneak peek photo to see how the EZ-R Tourniquet Belt looks in everyday settings 👀—formal, casual, and work attire. We’re keeping the details under wraps for now, but the belt’s unique design is built to be discreet and stylish while delivering life-saving functionality.

Our Mission: At EZRgear, we believe in empowering people to stay prepared, stay safe, and keep life-saving tools within reach. This is just the beginning, and we’re thrilled to have you with us on this journey.

💬 We’d love to hear from you! What do you think of the concept? Drop a comment below and let us know your thoughts on the EZ-R Tourniquet Belt!

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue refining the EZ-R and get closer to launch. Welcome to the EZRgear community! 🚀