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Posted: 3/8/2015 7:31:30 PM EST
[Last Edit: GIR-101]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CT83578:
New guy here. Small JPC. -ATS triple -TT smoke IFAK -Canteen -Eagle M4 -LBT utility -TT M4 (inside cummerbund) -Eagle M4 (inside cummerbund) I'm new, young, and dumb. I'd appreciate commentary. Canteen is there because a hydro is hard to drive with (or is it? This is a SHTF rig); need a smaller knife; getting AR500 8x10 plates when I get a job. I'm not a Hobbit, it's just I wasn't careful in a trade and came up with a tactical bra. 
And my unknown brand MICH that was in the sandbox with NSW. I want NODs. Has an OpsCore H-Nape and a mix of ZAP and stock pads. 
Cheers. 
Fix'd 
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Posted: 3/8/2015 7:34:06 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GIR-101:
Fix'd Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GIR-101:
Originally Posted By CT83578:
New guy here. Small JPC. -ATS triple -TT smoke IFAK -Canteen -Eagle M4 -LBT utility -TT M4 (inside cummerbund) -Eagle M4 (inside cummerbund) I'm new, young, and dumb. I'd appreciate commentary. Canteen is there because a hydro is hard to drive with (or is it? This is a SHTF rig); need a smaller knife; getting AR500 8x10 plates when I get a job. I'm not a Hobbit, it's just I wasn't careful in a trade and came up with a tactical bra. http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_101841_zpswoadrxxk.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102242_zpsbuncaarh.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102253_zpsoy9476xb.jpg And my unknown brand MICH that was in the sandbox with NSW. I want NODs. Has an OpsCore H-Nape and a mix of ZAP and stock pads. http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102314_zpsobrqa6wp.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102324_zpslrwjrpuq.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102330_zpsjmflsp2d.jpg Cheers.
Fix'd Look for some actual trauma shears. scissors don't work as good for most everything you would want them for. |
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Posted: 3/8/2015 7:54:16 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By nickforney:
Look for some actual trauma shears. scissors don't work as good for most everything you would want them for. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By nickforney:
Originally Posted By GIR-101:
Originally Posted By CT83578:
New guy here. Small JPC. -ATS triple -TT smoke IFAK -Canteen -Eagle M4 -LBT utility -TT M4 (inside cummerbund) -Eagle M4 (inside cummerbund) I'm new, young, and dumb. I'd appreciate commentary. Canteen is there because a hydro is hard to drive with (or is it? This is a SHTF rig); need a smaller knife; getting AR500 8x10 plates when I get a job. I'm not a Hobbit, it's just I wasn't careful in a trade and came up with a tactical bra. And my unknown brand MICH that was in the sandbox with NSW. I want NODs. Has an OpsCore H-Nape and a mix of ZAP and stock pads. Cheers.
Fix'd Look for some actual trauma shears. scissors don't work as good for most everything you would want them for. Those are shears from CVS. I want some subdued color ones. How'd you get the pictures to display? |
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Posted: 3/8/2015 7:57:40 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CT83578:
Those are shears from CVS. I want some subdued color ones. How'd you get the pictures to display? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CT83578:
Originally Posted By nickforney:
Originally Posted By GIR-101:
Originally Posted By CT83578:
New guy here. Small JPC. -ATS triple -TT smoke IFAK -Canteen -Eagle M4 -LBT utility -TT M4 (inside cummerbund) -Eagle M4 (inside cummerbund) I'm new, young, and dumb. I'd appreciate commentary. Canteen is there because a hydro is hard to drive with (or is it? This is a SHTF rig); need a smaller knife; getting AR500 8x10 plates when I get a job. I'm not a Hobbit, it's just I wasn't careful in a trade and came up with a tactical bra. And my unknown brand MICH that was in the sandbox with NSW. I want NODs. Has an OpsCore H-Nape and a mix of ZAP and stock pads. Cheers.
Fix'd Look for some actual trauma shears. scissors don't work as good for most everything you would want them for. Those are shears from CVS. I want some subdued color ones. How'd you get the pictures to display? See my post on the previous page for instructions on how to make the pictures show up.
I have no idea whether these are GOOD shears or not, but here's some subdued ones. link |
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GA, USA
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Posted: 3/8/2015 8:05:45 PM EST
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Roger that. Thanks.
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Posted: 3/8/2015 9:39:26 PM EST
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Rode about eight miles XC today using the Ops-Core and my new Hill People Gear Original Kit Bag. This is my night-riding gear but I just wanted to test it out today to make sure it was useable in this application. All I need now is an Inforce WML for the helmet and I'll be set to pedal at night. Really looking forward to it.  |
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Posted: 3/8/2015 9:59:41 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Rode about eight miles XC today using the Ops-Core and my new Hill People Gear Original Kit Bag. This is my night-riding gear but I just wanted to test it out today to make sure it was useable in this application. All I need now is an Inforce WML for the helmet and I'll be set to pedal at night. Really looking forward to it. http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r249/RTUtah/IMG_0194_zpsdaktxkgq.jpg You buy the Kit Bag direct from HPG? |
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Posted: 3/8/2015 10:03:59 PM EST
[#8]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Rode about eight miles XC today using the Ops-Core and my new Hill People Gear Original Kit Bag. This is my night-riding gear but I just wanted to test it out today to make sure it was useable in this application. All I need now is an Inforce WML for the helmet and I'll be set to pedal at night. Really looking forward to it. http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r249/RTUtah/IMG_0194_zpsdaktxkgq.jpg Interesting. What is your application for riding at night? If it's tactical I would really like a review of the shoes you're clipping in with. |
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Posted: 3/8/2015 11:06:34 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sea2summit: Interesting. What is your application for riding at night? If it's tactical I would really like a review of the shoes you're clipping in with. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sea2summit: Originally Posted By RTUtah: Rode about eight miles XC today using the Ops-Core and my new Hill People Gear Original Kit Bag. This is my night-riding gear but I just wanted to test it out today to make sure it was useable in this application. All I need now is an Inforce WML for the helmet and I'll be set to pedal at night. Really looking forward to it. http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r249/RTUtah/IMG_0194_zpsdaktxkgq.jpg Interesting. What is your application for riding at night? If it's tactical I would really like a review of the shoes you're clipping in with. No I wouldn't say it's tactical by any means. Not sure if serious  ... Technically, the park closes at dusk and is "patrolled" by the sheriff's department, though I believe their idea of patrolling is little more than making a pass through the park for lingering vehicles, then locking the gate. Few of my buddies have ridden at night there so I know others do it, but I'm not interested in going with a crew. That's how you attract too much attention. The area is thickly-wooded so there's no chance of being seen once inside. The only issue is parking and unloading/loading. The darkness complicates things quiet a bit, plus there's no one there to help in an emergency so I'll carry a few first aid items, spare batteries, CCW, phone, and a headlamp in the Kit Bag. I plan to use an Inforce 500 lumen WML with the helmet. Otherwise, that's pretty much it. Nothing tactical about it, really. Just doing something to change up the riding experience at my local trail system. Gaston, I ordered the Kit Bag straight from the source and it shipped that day. Great product, great company, quick shipment. The only thing I intend to "fix" on the harness is replacing the webbing keepers with sliders to help maintain the adjustments. During my ride today, they let loose a bit and to also preserve the fit when donning it. Hope that makes sense. |
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Posted: 3/9/2015 10:24:10 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
No I wouldn't say it's tactical by any means. Not sure if serious ...
Technically, the park closes at dusk and is "patrolled" by the sheriff's department, though I believe their idea of patrolling is little more than making a pass through the park for lingering vehicles, then locking the gate. Few of my buddies have ridden at night there so I know others do it, but I'm not interested in going with a crew. That's how you attract too much attention. The area is thickly-wooded so there's no chance of being seen once inside. The only issue is parking and unloading/loading. The darkness complicates things quiet a bit, plus there's no one there to help in an emergency so I'll carry a few first aid items, spare batteries, CCW, phone, and a headlamp in the Kit Bag. I plan to use an Inforce 500 lumen WML with the helmet. Otherwise, that's pretty much it. Nothing tactical about it, really. Just doing something to change up the riding experience at my local trail system. Gaston, I ordered the Kit Bag straight from the source and it shipped that day. Great product, great company, quick shipment. The only thing I intend to "fix" on the harness is replacing the webbing keepers with sliders to help maintain the adjustments. During my ride today, they let loose a bit and to also preserve the fit when donning it. Hope that makes sense. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By sea2summit:
Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Rode about eight miles XC today using the Ops-Core and my new Hill People Gear Original Kit Bag. This is my night-riding gear but I just wanted to test it out today to make sure it was useable in this application. All I need now is an Inforce WML for the helmet and I'll be set to pedal at night. Really looking forward to it. http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r249/RTUtah/IMG_0194_zpsdaktxkgq.jpg Interesting. What is your application for riding at night? If it's tactical I would really like a review of the shoes you're clipping in with. No I wouldn't say it's tactical by any means. Not sure if serious ...
Technically, the park closes at dusk and is "patrolled" by the sheriff's department, though I believe their idea of patrolling is little more than making a pass through the park for lingering vehicles, then locking the gate. Few of my buddies have ridden at night there so I know others do it, but I'm not interested in going with a crew. That's how you attract too much attention. The area is thickly-wooded so there's no chance of being seen once inside. The only issue is parking and unloading/loading. The darkness complicates things quiet a bit, plus there's no one there to help in an emergency so I'll carry a few first aid items, spare batteries, CCW, phone, and a headlamp in the Kit Bag. I plan to use an Inforce 500 lumen WML with the helmet. Otherwise, that's pretty much it. Nothing tactical about it, really. Just doing something to change up the riding experience at my local trail system. Gaston, I ordered the Kit Bag straight from the source and it shipped that day. Great product, great company, quick shipment. The only thing I intend to "fix" on the harness is replacing the webbing keepers with sliders to help maintain the adjustments. During my ride today, they let loose a bit and to also preserve the fit when donning it. Hope that makes sense. Well you're riding a bicycle with a tactical Ops-Core helmet and a tactical chest mounted "Recon" pouch - both in tactical coyote - so it's pretty much as tactical as it gets. I encourage you to do as you want, but I'm just explaining what should be obvious as an answer to your question of where he got the idea that you were anything remotely tactical. If you don't want to look tactical, don't wear tactical brands. Until then, you tactical, son 
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Posted: 3/9/2015 12:28:38 PM EST
[Last Edit: RTUtah]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CaribouLou45: Well you're riding a bicycle with a tactical Ops-Core helmet and a tactical chest mounted "Recon" pouch - both in tactical coyote - so it's pretty much as tactical as it gets. I encourage you to do as you want, but I'm just explaining what should be obvious as an answer to your question of where he got the idea that you were anything remotely tactical. If you don't want to look tactical, don't wear tactical brands. Until then, you tactical, son Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CaribouLou45: Originally Posted By RTUtah: Originally Posted By sea2summit: Originally Posted By RTUtah: Rode about eight miles XC today using the Ops-Core and my new Hill People Gear Original Kit Bag. This is my night-riding gear but I just wanted to test it out today to make sure it was useable in this application. All I need now is an Inforce WML for the helmet and I'll be set to pedal at night. Really looking forward to it. http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r249/RTUtah/IMG_0194_zpsdaktxkgq.jpg Interesting. What is your application for riding at night? If it's tactical I would really like a review of the shoes you're clipping in with. No I wouldn't say it's tactical by any means. Not sure if serious ... Technically, the park closes at dusk and is "patrolled" by the sheriff's department, though I believe their idea of patrolling is little more than making a pass through the park for lingering vehicles, then locking the gate. Few of my buddies have ridden at night there so I know others do it, but I'm not interested in going with a crew. That's how you attract too much attention. The area is thickly-wooded so there's no chance of being seen once inside. The only issue is parking and unloading/loading. The darkness complicates things quiet a bit, plus there's no one there to help in an emergency so I'll carry a few first aid items, spare batteries, CCW, phone, and a headlamp in the Kit Bag. I plan to use an Inforce 500 lumen WML with the helmet. Otherwise, that's pretty much it. Nothing tactical about it, really. Just doing something to change up the riding experience at my local trail system. Gaston, I ordered the Kit Bag straight from the source and it shipped that day. Great product, great company, quick shipment. The only thing I intend to "fix" on the harness is replacing the webbing keepers with sliders to help maintain the adjustments. During my ride today, they let loose a bit and to also preserve the fit when donning it. Hope that makes sense. Well you're riding a bicycle with a tactical Ops-Core helmet and a tactical chest mounted "Recon" pouch - both in tactical coyote - so it's pretty much as tactical as it gets. I encourage you to do as you want, but I'm just explaining what should be obvious as an answer to your question of where he got the idea that you were anything remotely tactical. If you don't want to look tactical, don't wear tactical brands. Until then, you tactical, son lol, fair enough. Got the Coyote because it matches my Mystery Ranch stuff, and the helmet is painted, well, because I paint everything. I'd rather be subdued than look like a damn neon billboard for my local bike shop. That's the one thing I hate about biking, so I wear mostly plain black or subdued gear to ride in. All that flashy shit just ain't for me. And yeah, Ops-Core is a bit much but it'll be perfect for a night ride. I'm sure I looked like a jackass yesterday on the trail; ran across two guys who I'm certain were/are .mil; probably thought I was a retard though they were both cool. ETA: The helmet puts it over the top, I will agree; won't be using it again except at night. But the Kit Bag was super handy and I'll definitely use it during any extended rides. My local park isn't what I would consider extended but there are plenty of trails like that around Raleigh and in the mountains where carrying a few energy bars and spare water, tools, and a phone are important. |
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Posted: 3/9/2015 1:03:18 PM EST
[Last Edit: RescueGunner]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Rode about eight miles XC today using the Ops-Core and my new Hill People Gear Original Kit Bag. This is my night-riding gear but I just wanted to test it out today to make sure it was useable in this application. All I need now is an Inforce WML for the helmet and I'll be set to pedal at night. Really looking forward to it. http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r249/RTUtah/IMG_0194_zpsdaktxkgq.jpg I just bought one of these in FDE from Optics Planet for $113.92 shipped. Do the live chat and ask for a deal on it. That was the price they gave me. Mine is going on a helmet too. http://www.opticsplanet.com/inforce-wml-multifunction-weapon-mounted-light-white-and-infrared-led-125-lumens.html ETA: Nevermind. I just saw your later post where you clarify you want the 500 lumen version. The one I posted is the 175 lumen white/IR version. |
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Posted: 3/9/2015 1:06:09 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RescueGunner: I just bought one of these in FDE from Optics Planet for $113.92 shipped. Do the live chat and ask for a deal on it. That was the price they gave me. Mine is going on a helmet too. http://www.opticsplanet.com/inforce-wml-multifunction-weapon-mounted-light-white-and-infrared-led-125-lumens.html Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RescueGunner: Originally Posted By RTUtah: Rode about eight miles XC today using the Ops-Core and my new Hill People Gear Original Kit Bag. This is my night-riding gear but I just wanted to test it out today to make sure it was useable in this application. All I need now is an Inforce WML for the helmet and I'll be set to pedal at night. Really looking forward to it. http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r249/RTUtah/IMG_0194_zpsdaktxkgq.jpg I just bought one of these in FDE from Optics Planet for $113.92 shipped. Do the live chat and ask for a deal on it. That was the price they gave me. Mine is going on a helmet too. http://www.opticsplanet.com/inforce-wml-multifunction-weapon-mounted-light-white-and-infrared-led-125-lumens.html Oh nice, thanks for the link. I think I'm gonna splurge for the 500 lumen model. |
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Posted: 3/9/2015 1:08:34 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Oh nice, thanks for the link. I think I'm gonna splurge for the 500 lumen model. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By RescueGunner:
Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Rode about eight miles XC today using the Ops-Core and my new Hill People Gear Original Kit Bag. This is my night-riding gear but I just wanted to test it out today to make sure it was useable in this application. All I need now is an Inforce WML for the helmet and I'll be set to pedal at night. Really looking forward to it. http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r249/RTUtah/IMG_0194_zpsdaktxkgq.jpg I just bought one of these in FDE from Optics Planet for $113.92 shipped. Do the live chat and ask for a deal on it. That was the price they gave me. Mine is going on a helmet too. http://www.opticsplanet.com/inforce-wml-multifunction-weapon-mounted-light-white-and-infrared-led-125-lumens.html Oh nice, thanks for the link. I think I'm gonna splurge for the 500 lumen model. They've got the WMLX for $159 shipped. Do the live chat and ask for a better deal. http://www.opticsplanet.com/inforce-wmlx-multifunction-500-lu-weapon-mounted-light.html |
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Posted: 3/9/2015 9:15:43 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah: ETA: The helmet puts it over the top, I will agree; won't be using it again except at night. But the Kit Bag was super handy and I'll definitely use it during any extended rides. My local park isn't what I would consider extended but there are plenty of trails like that around Raleigh and in the mountains where carrying a few energy bars and spare water, tools, and a phone are important. Whatevs dude... If a helmet is designed to protect your noggin' from abrupt hits, snugly secures to your cranium in a manner where you can shake your head back and forth and it stays put, has ventilation, and is light enough for you, It can serve as a mtn biking helmet. The Ops-Core does all four so I say ride on!!! Just to add, here's the other side of the coin. My mtn biking helmet trying to be tactical.  |
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Posted: 3/9/2015 9:36:23 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PFran42: Whatevs dude... If a helmet is designed to protect your noggin' from abrupt hits, snugly secures to your cranium in a manner where you can shake your head back and forth and it stays put, has ventilation, and is light enough for you, It can serve as a mtn biking helmet. The Ops-Core does all four so I say ride on!!! Just to add, here's the other side of the coin. My mtn biking helmet trying to be tactical. http://www.masherz.com/images/productpics/fox/foxfluxcamo.jpg Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PFran42: Originally Posted By RTUtah: ETA: The helmet puts it over the top, I will agree; won't be using it again except at night. But the Kit Bag was super handy and I'll definitely use it during any extended rides. My local park isn't what I would consider extended but there are plenty of trails like that around Raleigh and in the mountains where carrying a few energy bars and spare water, tools, and a phone are important. Whatevs dude... If a helmet is designed to protect your noggin' from abrupt hits, snugly secures to your cranium in a manner where you can shake your head back and forth and it stays put, has ventilation, and is light enough for you, It can serve as a mtn biking helmet. The Ops-Core does all four so I say ride on!!! Just to add, here's the other side of the coin. My mtn biking helmet trying to be tactical. http://www.masherz.com/images/productpics/fox/foxfluxcamo.jpg Yeah true. I've got a Giro Feature, too, which is what I usually wear. Just wanted to see how that Ops-Core worked in that application. |
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Posted: 3/10/2015 7:54:41 PM EST
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Posted: 3/10/2015 8:31:32 PM EST
[Last Edit: Advance]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Half-Bear: http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/89DB68FD-BA5F-4CE7-988E-D27C2E60CE53_zpse7mu82wb.jpg This setup gives you full man card rights to be rockin' The Sound of Music soundtrack on your iPod... (only while wearing it of course). I dig it. |
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Posted: 3/10/2015 8:49:42 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Half-Bear:
http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/89DB68FD-BA5F-4CE7-988E-D27C2E60CE53_zpse7mu82wb.jpg more info on the set up? |
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Posted: 3/10/2015 9:59:50 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Half-Bear: http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/89DB68FD-BA5F-4CE7-988E-D27C2E60CE53_zpse7mu82wb.jpg |
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Posted: 3/10/2015 10:22:38 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Half-Bear: http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/89DB68FD-BA5F-4CE7-988E-D27C2E60CE53_zpse7mu82wb.jpg Very 1900s of you, sir.  |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 3/10/2015 11:16:54 PM EST
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IL, USA
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Posted: 3/11/2015 12:07:03 AM EST
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Quote History5nolans, what chest rig is that? |
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Posted: 3/11/2015 12:16:42 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Double-Deuce: 5nolans, what chest rig is that? Quote HistoryNot 5nolans, but, looks like the TAG Phalanx http://tacticalassaultgearstore.com/index.php/carriers-protection/chest-rigs/phalanx-chest-rig-type-4-fury.html |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 3/11/2015 4:40:28 AM EST
[Last Edit: Half-Bear]
[#25]
Started as just a trashcan on an alice frame:
Then the bucket placed inside a Frost River Isle Royale pack to give the pack an internal structure. Can now be cinched to the frame and carry significant loads a lot better: 
Bottle is a Spanish Bota. Axe is the Swedish Husqvarna. Blanket is a Polish wool blanket. The pack is the Frost River Isle Royale jr. It is a traditional waxed canvas and leather ruck, and is a lot heavier than modern packs including tactical rucks. Like most canvas rucks, it has no suspension whatsoever so thoughtful item placement is required. The frame and basket helps with larger and heavier loads. A more traditional approach would be to use an Adirondack pack basket, but a $5 trashcan would work. This set up came from another woodsman, American Grouch. |
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Posted: 3/11/2015 8:34:35 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Half-Bear:
Started as just a trashcan on an alice frame: http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/7FF60B80-72A2-416B-914A-25263137AFD9_zpsnokhcifr.jpg Then the bucket placed inside a Frost River Isle Royale pack to give the pack an internal structure. Can now be cinched to the frame and carry significant loads a lot better: http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/71DCC38B-3834-4EED-9F2A-D74BE27C1F95_zpsbeh7olw6.jpg http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/E09DD1ED-9BB3-417B-854E-CF45BD0F1176_zpsvffqyzqu.jpg Bottle is a Spanish Bota. Axe is the Swedish Husqvarna. Blanket is a Polish wool blanket. The pack is the Frost River Isle Royale jr. It is a traditional waxed canvas and leather ruck, and is a lot heavier than modern packs including tactical rucks. Like most canvas rucks, it has no suspension whatsoever so thoughtful item placement is required. The frame and basket helps with larger and heavier loads. A more traditional approach would be to use an Adirondack pack basket, but a $5 trashcan would work. This set up came from another woodsman, American Grouch. That's both hilarious and awesome. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 3/11/2015 10:33:44 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By D_Man:
Not 5nolans, but, looks like the TAG Phalanx http://tacticalassaultgearstore.com/index.php/carriers-protection/chest-rigs/phalanx-chest-rig-type-4-fury.html Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By D_Man:
Not 5nolans, but, looks like the TAG Phalanx http://tacticalassaultgearstore.com/index.php/carriers-protection/chest-rigs/phalanx-chest-rig-type-4-fury.html Thanks |
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Posted: 3/11/2015 11:52:41 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Half-Bear:
http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/89DB68FD-BA5F-4CE7-988E-D27C2E60CE53_zpse7mu82wb.jpg Is that from the game Oregon Trail???
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Posted: 3/11/2015 12:16:14 PM EST
[#29]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Half-Bear:
Started as just a trashcan on an alice frame: http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/7FF60B80-72A2-416B-914A-25263137AFD9_zpsnokhcifr.jpg Then the bucket placed inside a Frost River Isle Royale pack to give the pack an internal structure. Can now be cinched to the frame and carry significant loads a lot better: http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/71DCC38B-3834-4EED-9F2A-D74BE27C1F95_zpsbeh7olw6.jpg http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/E09DD1ED-9BB3-417B-854E-CF45BD0F1176_zpsvffqyzqu.jpg Bottle is a Spanish Bota. Axe is the Swedish Husqvarna. Blanket is a Polish wool blanket. The pack is the Frost River Isle Royale jr. It is a traditional waxed canvas and leather ruck, and is a lot heavier than modern packs including tactical rucks. Like most canvas rucks, it has no suspension whatsoever so thoughtful item placement is required. The frame and basket helps with larger and heavier loads. A more traditional approach would be to use an Adirondack pack basket, but a $5 trashcan would work. This set up came from another woodsman, American Grouch. Amazing. This deserves its own thread dude. |
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Posted: 3/11/2015 8:19:24 PM EST
[#30]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CrazyWhiteGuy:
Amazing. This deserves its own thread dude. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CrazyWhiteGuy:
Originally Posted By Half-Bear:
Started as just a trashcan on an alice frame: http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/7FF60B80-72A2-416B-914A-25263137AFD9_zpsnokhcifr.jpg Then the bucket placed inside a Frost River Isle Royale pack to give the pack an internal structure. Can now be cinched to the frame and carry significant loads a lot better: http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/71DCC38B-3834-4EED-9F2A-D74BE27C1F95_zpsbeh7olw6.jpg http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/E09DD1ED-9BB3-417B-854E-CF45BD0F1176_zpsvffqyzqu.jpg Bottle is a Spanish Bota. Axe is the Swedish Husqvarna. Blanket is a Polish wool blanket. The pack is the Frost River Isle Royale jr. It is a traditional waxed canvas and leather ruck, and is a lot heavier than modern packs including tactical rucks. Like most canvas rucks, it has no suspension whatsoever so thoughtful item placement is required. The frame and basket helps with larger and heavier loads. A more traditional approach would be to use an Adirondack pack basket, but a $5 trashcan would work. This set up came from another woodsman, American Grouch. Amazing. This deserves its own thread dude. Yes! Therein we can argue the pros and cons of tump lines! |
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Posted: 3/11/2015 8:44:29 PM EST
[Last Edit: Half-Bear]
[#31]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By palacial:
Yes! Therein we can argue the pros and cons of tump lines! Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By palacial:
Originally Posted By CrazyWhiteGuy:
Originally Posted By Half-Bear:
Started as just a trashcan on an alice frame: http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/7FF60B80-72A2-416B-914A-25263137AFD9_zpsnokhcifr.jpg Then the bucket placed inside a Frost River Isle Royale pack to give the pack an internal structure. Can now be cinched to the frame and carry significant loads a lot better: http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/71DCC38B-3834-4EED-9F2A-D74BE27C1F95_zpsbeh7olw6.jpg http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag126/Half-Bear/2nd/E09DD1ED-9BB3-417B-854E-CF45BD0F1176_zpsvffqyzqu.jpg Bottle is a Spanish Bota. Axe is the Swedish Husqvarna. Blanket is a Polish wool blanket. The pack is the Frost River Isle Royale jr. It is a traditional waxed canvas and leather ruck, and is a lot heavier than modern packs including tactical rucks. Like most canvas rucks, it has no suspension whatsoever so thoughtful item placement is required. The frame and basket helps with larger and heavier loads. A more traditional approach would be to use an Adirondack pack basket, but a $5 trashcan would work. This set up came from another woodsman, American Grouch. Amazing. This deserves its own thread dude. Yes! Therein we can argue the pros and cons of tump lines! Tactical Tump Line Operator
It really is just a canvas pack with a trashcan inside it. Then attached to an alice frame with cargo shelf. I can give a more in depth look, but that's basically it. Just thought it would be a funny transition from the regular tactical nylon programming
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Posted: 3/12/2015 5:01:07 PM EST
[#32]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GIR-101:
Fix'd Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GIR-101:
Originally Posted By CT83578:
New guy here. Small JPC. -ATS triple -TT smoke IFAK -Canteen -Eagle M4 -LBT utility -TT M4 (inside cummerbund) -Eagle M4 (inside cummerbund) I'm new, young, and dumb. I'd appreciate commentary. Canteen is there because a hydro is hard to drive with (or is it? This is a SHTF rig); need a smaller knife; getting AR500 8x10 plates when I get a job. I'm not a Hobbit, it's just I wasn't careful in a trade and came up with a tactical bra. http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_101841_zpswoadrxxk.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102242_zpsbuncaarh.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102253_zpsoy9476xb.jpg And my unknown brand MICH that was in the sandbox with NSW. I want NODs. Has an OpsCore H-Nape and a mix of ZAP and stock pads. http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102314_zpsobrqa6wp.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102324_zpslrwjrpuq.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102330_zpsjmflsp2d.jpg Cheers.
Fix'd oh man I want that nvg shroud 
I have a single hole helmet and standard norotos plate..it makes my pvs-14 sad 
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Posted: 3/12/2015 7:34:46 PM EST
[Last Edit: RescueGunner]
[#33]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dayphotog:
oh man I want that nvg shroud
I have a single hole helmet and standard norotos plate..it makes my pvs-14 sad
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dayphotog:
Originally Posted By GIR-101:
Originally Posted By CT83578:
New guy here. Small JPC. -ATS triple -TT smoke IFAK -Canteen -Eagle M4 -LBT utility -TT M4 (inside cummerbund) -Eagle M4 (inside cummerbund) I'm new, young, and dumb. I'd appreciate commentary. Canteen is there because a hydro is hard to drive with (or is it? This is a SHTF rig); need a smaller knife; getting AR500 8x10 plates when I get a job. I'm not a Hobbit, it's just I wasn't careful in a trade and came up with a tactical bra. http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_101841_zpswoadrxxk.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102242_zpsbuncaarh.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102253_zpsoy9476xb.jpg And my unknown brand MICH that was in the sandbox with NSW. I want NODs. Has an OpsCore H-Nape and a mix of ZAP and stock pads. http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102314_zpsobrqa6wp.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102324_zpslrwjrpuq.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102330_zpsjmflsp2d.jpg Cheers.
Fix'd oh man I want that nvg shroud
I have a single hole helmet and standard norotos plate..it makes my pvs-14 sad
Get a Mission Configurable Helmet Cover. It's awesome. All of the Ops Core goodness for an ACH without having to drill for anything since it's all attached to the cover. They come in a bunch of different colors. 
http://www.ops-core.com/product.cfm?Product_ID=111&Category_ID=5& It installs like a normal helmet cover. It uses double sided Velcro tabs to secure the cover to the hook circles inside your current helmet. The pads then go right on top. The shroud and arc rails have molded backers on the inside of the helmet cover that get sandwiched between the cover and the helmet to provide rigidity to the shroud and arc rails. They don't move once the cover is installed. It also comes with an extra screw and nut and has a hole through the cover right where you would normally mount your current single hole plate so you can fill the hole in your helmet and add more security to your cover. 
Also of interest, apparently there is an ACH kit Ops Core is getting ready to release that you may want to check out as well. http://www.ops-core.com/ACH_Upgrade_Kit_P113C5.cfm |
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Posted: 3/14/2015 5:23:54 PM EST
[#34]
From the Plate Carrier Thread:
So I totally had a JPC 5 days ago... but I was presented with a deal that was pretty awesome. Enter the TAG Banshee in Multicam with level III steel plates. Yeah, I know. Something you've never, ever seen before. Mine isn't that different. But it makes me feel tactically pretty, so it's special. You know, there are many like it, but this one is mine? It's pretty much set up the same way my JPC was. Here are a few pictures from the ones I took today. Since I'm new, I'm pretty sure pictures won't display until I've hit 50 posts. I'm a Team Member, so I can see that they're displaying. It's just that I'm an ARFCOM n00bie. 
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Posted: 3/14/2015 5:34:51 PM EST
[#35]
CT, is that a smoke on your right side? How is it attached?
As a member of the Banshee crowd I welcome you. |
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Posted: 3/14/2015 5:44:27 PM EST
[Last Edit: CT83578]
[#36]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Currahee:
CT, is that a smoke on your right side? How is it attached? As a member of the Banshee crowd I welcome you. Yessir, sure is. It's a SportSmoke and it's attached by running a rubber band around the MOLLE webbing. James Yeager had a video out there about how cool they were, but, see, I'm cooler than him. I picked this up at a bbwarz game when I did that, before he made his video, and never used it. I figure it's useful for all the reasons one would need a smoke. It's no M18, but it's better than pocket sand. I feel so special now. Especially after coming from Crye-land and LBT-land. |
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Posted: 3/14/2015 6:01:07 PM EST
[#37]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CT83578:
Yessir, sure is. It's a SportSmoke and it's attached by running a rubber band around the MOLLE webbing. James Yeager had a video out there about how cool they were, but, see, I'm cooler than him. I picked this up at a bbwarz game when I did that, before he made his video, and never used it. I figure it's useful for all the reasons one would need a smoke. It's no M18, but it's better than pocket sand. I feel so special now. Especially after coming from Crye-land and LBT-land. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CT83578:
Originally Posted By Currahee:
CT, is that a smoke on your right side? How is it attached? As a member of the Banshee crowd I welcome you. Yessir, sure is. It's a SportSmoke and it's attached by running a rubber band around the MOLLE webbing. James Yeager had a video out there about how cool they were, but, see, I'm cooler than him. I picked this up at a bbwarz game when I did that, before he made his video, and never used it. I figure it's useful for all the reasons one would need a smoke. It's no M18, but it's better than pocket sand. I feel so special now. Especially after coming from Crye-land and LBT-land. I like Sport Smoke |
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Posted: 3/14/2015 6:14:48 PM EST
[#38]
Quote HistoryQuote HistoryOriginally Posted By Currahee: Originally Posted By CT83578: Originally Posted By Currahee: CT, is that a smoke on your right side? How is it attached? As a member of the Banshee crowd I welcome you. Yessir, sure is. It's a SportSmoke and it's attached by running a rubber band around the MOLLE webbing. James Yeager had a video out there about how cool they were, but, see, I'm cooler than him. I picked this up at a bbwarz game when I did that, before he made his video, and never used it. I figure it's useful for all the reasons one would need a smoke. It's no M18, but it's better than pocket sand. I feel so special now. Especially after coming from Crye-land and LBT-land. I like Sport Smoke I like how you have a squad of guys who are all on the same page in terms of shooting and training. |
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Posted: 3/14/2015 6:21:26 PM EST
[#39]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
I like how you have a squad of guys who are all on the same page in terms of shooting and training. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By Currahee:
Originally Posted By CT83578:
Originally Posted By Currahee:
CT, is that a smoke on your right side? How is it attached? As a member of the Banshee crowd I welcome you. Yessir, sure is. It's a SportSmoke and it's attached by running a rubber band around the MOLLE webbing. James Yeager had a video out there about how cool they were, but, see, I'm cooler than him. I picked this up at a bbwarz game when I did that, before he made his video, and never used it. I figure it's useful for all the reasons one would need a smoke. It's no M18, but it's better than pocket sand. I feel so special now. Especially after coming from Crye-land and LBT-land. I like Sport Smoke I like how you have a squad of guys who are all on the same page in terms of shooting and training. That is what we should strive for. Individual dudes with guns and gear are no concern to bad guys. If there was a group of 5-15 people that equipped and trained together in every town in this country we would be a lot safer, from a lot of stuff. |
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Posted: 3/14/2015 6:24:44 PM EST
[#40]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Currahee: That is what we should strive for. Individual dudes with guns and gear are no concern to bad guys. If there was a group of 5-15 people that equipped and trained together in every town in this country we would be a lot safer, from a lot of stuff. Preaching to the choir, brother. Problem is people either think you're a looney tune or try WAY too hard to be cool and end up being a danger. My squad is pretty dang small. |
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Posted: 3/14/2015 6:28:41 PM EST
[#41]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Currahee:
That is what we should strive for. Individual dudes with guns and gear are no concern to bad guys. If there was a group of 5-15 people that equipped and trained together in every town in this country we would be a lot safer, from a lot of stuff. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Currahee:
Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By Currahee:
Originally Posted By CT83578:
Originally Posted By Currahee:
CT, is that a smoke on your right side? How is it attached? As a member of the Banshee crowd I welcome you. Yessir, sure is. It's a SportSmoke and it's attached by running a rubber band around the MOLLE webbing. James Yeager had a video out there about how cool they were, but, see, I'm cooler than him. I picked this up at a bbwarz game when I did that, before he made his video, and never used it. I figure it's useful for all the reasons one would need a smoke. It's no M18, but it's better than pocket sand. I feel so special now. Especially after coming from Crye-land and LBT-land. I like Sport Smoke I like how you have a squad of guys who are all on the same page in terms of shooting and training. That is what we should strive for. Individual dudes with guns and gear are no concern to bad guys. If there was a group of 5-15 people that equipped and trained together in every town in this country we would be a lot safer, from a lot of stuff. SO SAY WE ALL |
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Posted: 3/14/2015 6:29:13 PM EST
[#42]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Preaching to the choir, brother. Problem is people either think you're a looney tune or try WAY too hard to be cool and end up being a danger. My squad is pretty dang small. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By Currahee:
That is what we should strive for. Individual dudes with guns and gear are no concern to bad guys. If there was a group of 5-15 people that equipped and trained together in every town in this country we would be a lot safer, from a lot of stuff. Preaching to the choir, brother. Problem is people either think you're a looney tune or try WAY too hard to be cool and end up being a danger. My squad is pretty dang small. I am a squad of one. |
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Posted: 3/14/2015 6:52:10 PM EST
[#43]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By alphajaguars: I am a squad of one. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By alphajaguars: Originally Posted By RTUtah: Originally Posted By Currahee: That is what we should strive for. Individual dudes with guns and gear are no concern to bad guys. If there was a group of 5-15 people that equipped and trained together in every town in this country we would be a lot safer, from a lot of stuff. Preaching to the choir, brother. Problem is people either think you're a looney tune or try WAY too hard to be cool and end up being a danger. My squad is pretty dang small. I am a squad of one. Let a homie know if you're ever at the beach with your guns. |
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Posted: 3/14/2015 7:10:45 PM EST
[#44]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Let a homie know if you're ever at the beach with your guns.
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By alphajaguars:
Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By Currahee:
That is what we should strive for. Individual dudes with guns and gear are no concern to bad guys. If there was a group of 5-15 people that equipped and trained together in every town in this country we would be a lot safer, from a lot of stuff. Preaching to the choir, brother. Problem is people either think you're a looney tune or try WAY too hard to be cool and end up being a danger. My squad is pretty dang small. I am a squad of one. Let a homie know if you're ever at the beach with your guns.
10-4 I think I'm getting out on Monday for my first mtb ride of the year.
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Posted: 3/14/2015 7:18:23 PM EST
[#45]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Preaching to the choir, brother. Problem is people either think you're a looney tune or try WAY too hard to be cool and end up being a danger. My squad is pretty dang small. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By Currahee:
That is what we should strive for. Individual dudes with guns and gear are no concern to bad guys. If there was a group of 5-15 people that equipped and trained together in every town in this country we would be a lot safer, from a lot of stuff. Preaching to the choir, brother. Problem is people either think you're a looney tune or try WAY too hard to be cool and end up being a danger. My squad is pretty dang small. Right there with you. At best, we're the 4 Musketeers. |
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Posted: 3/14/2015 7:42:57 PM EST
[#46]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CT83578:
Right there with you. At best, we're the 4 Musketeers. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CT83578:
Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By Currahee:
That is what we should strive for. Individual dudes with guns and gear are no concern to bad guys. If there was a group of 5-15 people that equipped and trained together in every town in this country we would be a lot safer, from a lot of stuff. Preaching to the choir, brother. Problem is people either think you're a looney tune or try WAY too hard to be cool and end up being a danger. My squad is pretty dang small. Right there with you. At best, we're the 4 Musketeers. Four is a good start. I'm glad people agree with me. |
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Posted: 3/14/2015 7:50:29 PM EST
[#47]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By alphajaguars:
I am a squad of one. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By alphajaguars:
Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By Currahee:
That is what we should strive for. Individual dudes with guns and gear are no concern to bad guys. If there was a group of 5-15 people that equipped and trained together in every town in this country we would be a lot safer, from a lot of stuff. Preaching to the choir, brother. Problem is people either think you're a looney tune or try WAY too hard to be cool and end up being a danger. My squad is pretty dang small. I am a squad of one. Farmy strong! |
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Posted: 3/14/2015 8:15:41 PM EST
[#48]
Ares Armor Aspis Plate Carrier with double decker HSGI pouches. All in A-Tacs FG. New HSGI Slim grip belt with A-Tacs Au gear.
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Posted: 3/14/2015 8:23:01 PM EST
[Last Edit: coldair]
[#49]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah: Preaching to the choir, brother. Problem is people either think you're a looney tune or try WAY too hard to be cool and end up being a danger. My squad is pretty dang small. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah: Originally Posted By Currahee: That is what we should strive for. Individual dudes with guns and gear are no concern to bad guys. If there was a group of 5-15 people that equipped and trained together in every town in this country we would be a lot safer, from a lot of stuff. Preaching to the choir, brother. Problem is people either think you're a looney tune or try WAY too hard to be cool and end up being a danger. My squad is pretty dang small. of note is our local sheriff dept encourages citizens to own armor, shoot (we are allowed to shoot in our own yards now) and train |
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Posted: 3/14/2015 8:36:31 PM EST
[#50]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By coldair:
I need to learn more of note is our local sheriff dept encourages citizens to own armor, shoot (we are allowed to shoot in our own yards now) and train Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By coldair:
Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By Currahee:
That is what we should strive for. Individual dudes with guns and gear are no concern to bad guys. If there was a group of 5-15 people that equipped and trained together in every town in this country we would be a lot safer, from a lot of stuff. Preaching to the choir, brother. Problem is people either think you're a looney tune or try WAY too hard to be cool and end up being a danger. My squad is pretty dang small. of note is our local sheriff dept encourages citizens to own armor, shoot (we are allowed to shoot in our own yards now) and train I've always liked Florida. |
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