Can't do it. Can't use a Tac vest :(

[Bug Splat]

Had one for a couple years now and I just couldn't get used to it. Bought it to hold my rifle mags. I've taken it out a number of times thinking practice makes perfect but I just don't like it. Pulling mags up, especially AK47 mags, is a pain and awkward for me. I also don't like the way the heavy padded shoulder strap gets between the rifle stock and my chest. I freaking rape that rifle and get WAY over the top for more control. Strap felt like it was in the way every time I shouldered up.

I used play a lot of paintball for many many years. My standard rig was all from a compression belt at hip level around my back. Pulling crap from my chest was never something I did. Pulling from my back hips was muscle memory I developed over 18+ years. Out of curiosity I pulled out my old P-ball belt with 6 guppy pouches and dropped in some AK47 mags and ran some quick mag change drills in the living room. Wow what a difference. Felt natural and easy. Vest is going in the closet and I need to start building a tac belt based off of my old P-ball rig. Think I'll only go 4 mag pouches because 6 felt to heavy.

Anyone who plays ball try this? What do you think?

Rig is like this....


Rig looks like this while on. My pouches are horizontal not vertical like in the pic. Allows great movement while running, crouching and prone. Everything is out of the way.

[zfields]

Mag purse my friend....mag purse.

[Bug Splat]

Mag pouches just aren't the same. My P-ball pouches are on their side and mags pull straight forward. Its a very fast fluid motion to swipe your hand from back to front a strip out a mag. The compression belt holds everything super tight on the waste too.

[-me]

Lol, I guess if that works for you. You should get one without the tank holder though

[Darquan]

HSGI makes a belt pack with horizontal pouches.

http://www.highspeedgear.com/hsgi/sniper-waist-pack-13SWP0.html

Maybe try a MOLLE belt and mount your pouches sideways, just make sure they have good retention. I know S.O. Tech used to make an adaptor to turn it 90 degrees or just lace it up with zip ties.

[POLICESTATE]

Mag purse my friend....mag purse.

I've done a number of LBV's, MOLLE vests, tactical thigh pouches, over the years. I have to agree, Mag Purse FTW

[Munny$hot]

DYE turtle packs are a OK idea but sucks if you have to go urban prone or lay on your back. Look into HSGI belt pouches

[Bug Splat]

I've done a number of LBV's, MOLLE vests, tactical thigh pouches, over the years. I have to agree, Mag Purse FTW

Coach or Prada?

[Standard]

Yeah, just use what works better for you. I never enjoyed using chest rigs either.

[zfields]

Coach or Prada?

Chicom for me. The brown canvas goes so nicely with my shoes.

[fmunk]

You need to look into HSGI taco pouches and leg rigs.

[POLICESTATE]

Coach or Prada?

Are you ****ing kidding me with that middle-class crap?

GUCCI

[sffred]

After owning a few different set ups. I believe BFG is the lightest and most comfortable set ups IMO

[18Dmedic]

Pick one and train relentlessly until its second nature. Only time will increase proficiency.

2 Rules:

1. Perfect practice makes perfect

2. The only difference between a black belt and white belt is the amount of dirt and sweat on the belt which only come with time in training.

[LBDamned]

WoW... 70/30... %

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ETA: just prior to this post... the percentages got significantly better...