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Is the REFT Advanced Slickster the best plate carrier? That’s entirely dependent upon your mission, anticipated threat, operating conditions, budget…you get the idea.
There are some questions to be addressed before answering the question, “What is the best plate carrier?” But we WILL address it. First let’s talk mission, equipment requirements, fit, the number of cheeseburgers you eat, how you train (and why), and budget.
I came across Qore Performance and their IcePlates on social media and thought it was an interesting concept. They serve many functions.
The latest pack from Haley Strategic Partners is the D3 FlatPack PLUS. It's based on their very popular Flat Pack. If you haven't already guessed from its name, it is a bit bigger than its predecessor and has more room for storage. The Flat Pack Plus caught my...
Lotta agencies going to exterior vests, thankfully...but this has led to a noticeable trend of loading it up unnecessarily. We've seen many LEOs, particularly younger officers, fill up every bit of available real estate just because they can. Here's one man's take on...
A variety of fits for a variety of guns for a variety of optics for a variety of carry styles!
Randy Watt posted this harangue on social media recently, and we found it most instructive. As you can see, he was more than a little riled up — with good cause. There's a time and a place to run light, others to roll heavy, but the need to fight smart is constant....
Today we bring you a hands-on review of the Velocity Systems SCARAB plate carrier. We would usually make fun of our guest author at this point, but she can deadlift more than Brienne of Tarth. Mad Duo Review: Velocity Systems SCARAB Light Plate Carrier “Life’s too...
If you want to just take pictures on Instagram, it doesn't matter what gear you have so long as it looks badass. If you want to actually use it, however..... Mad Duo Mayflower Research And Consulting Low Profile Armor Carrier By Jeff Takeda I clearly remember the day...
Grey Ghost plates? For shoot house classes, personal protection, or professional use, I think these level 4 plates would serve you well.
Man down drills are important. Nobody likes the necessity, but any training evolution should include at least one iteration. Good equipment can make it easier to move someone who is dead weight under threatening conditions - drag straps are a Good Thing, but are by no...
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