Posted: 4/5/2011 5:12:14 AM EDT
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Ok, this has been covered before, but I'd like to see some new ideas.
In the pack is useless as it takes far too long to get to. IWB is also useless with a large pack and padded waistband. Chest rigs seem like they would be too ho for Georgia summerst, drop legs irritating on a long hike. My other two considerations are stealth and the ability to still carry after dropping the pack. It doesn't matter if this takes a minute or two to accomplish. My current method is a pouch attached to the waist strap, that can come off and attach to my regular belt. This is becoming problematic because the pack I want to use has no ability to attach anything to the waist belt. Any ideas, no matter how whacky, are appreciated. Az |
| I’ve been backpacking all over the country for the last twenty five years and always carried. Over the last few years I realized that there is nothing to be afraid of out there and that carrying the extra weight was pointless. If a bear or a big cat eats me on the trail so be it. That’s way better than rotting away in a nursing home. I do carry a Gerber LMF for survival purposes so I’m not totally defenseless. I hiked the entire John Muir trail with only a pocket knife one time. I’ve spent a small fortune on ultra light gear and even a small pistol could equal 15 or 20 percent of my total pack weight. |
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I find something like this useful.
http://www.fishpondusa.com/deep-creek-chest-pack.cfm |
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I have a water bottle / comera holder that attaches to one of the shoulder straps, and connects to the other one while hiking (replaces the need for a sternum strap). It can fit a ssmaller pistol like my Kahr CW9. When I drop the pack I can switch to my CompTac IWB holster that is stored in the top flap.
There may be better ways, but this workes well for me. |
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http://www.sktindustries.com/catalog/doc2.pdf
Buddy of mine makes this unit. Might fit what you are trying to do. He has made them with loops on the top for a shoulder strap. If you need something different he can work with you on it also. |
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My day pack has wing pouches at the waist, with a space between the waist strap and the pouch and Molle web on then inward side I've put a holster there before, and sometimes I'll just keep the G29 in one of the wing pouches if there are more people around. It's got a big zip tab and it's easy to get to right on my waist. |
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For me it depends on the pack, most of my smaller packs sit high enough that I don't even have to worry about it and just wear a regular holster.
For my Full on pack, namely my Kelty (Kelty Falcon) or my osprey (Osprey 65) I typically use one of my normal holsters with snap belt loop fasteners attached t the pack belt. Ive rocked a drop leg holster once or twice but it was mostly in jest/dare, its not really the best option, but it did keep the weapon on me and within easy reach. My brother successfully wore a should holster on one trip, he said is was actually very comfortable but he pretty much covered the leather and gun in a good amount of sweat. as always YMMV |
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I've always carried on a warbelt. Had a few questions, but never had anyone get freaked out.
I'm looking at possibly either getting a new pack with a waistbelt with MOLLE on it and a holster. Thinking specifically the SDS packs on sale right now. I also saw the new Kit Bag from Hill People Gear. Basically a large admin pouch you wear like a chest rig. I has a very quick to access discrete pistol pocket. http://soldiersystems.net/2011/04/04/not-your-typical-kit-bag/ I kind of like that option, although for day hikes I may still try to put a holster on a pack belt. |
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I also saw the new Kit Bag from Hill People Gear. Basically a large admin pouch you wear like a chest rig. I has a very quick to access discrete pistol pocket. http://soldiersystems.net/2011/04/04/not-your-typical-kit-bag/ I kind of like that option, although for day hikes I may still try to put a holster on a pack belt. I've been using a bagmaster on a hip belt, but I've been looking at a new pack that would not allow this. That Kit Bag looks pretty good. I wanted to stay away from chest rigs because of the added heat, but that one is pretty small. Thanks! That might just be the ticket! Az |
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I’ve been backpacking all over the country for the last twenty five years and always carried. Over the last few years I realized that there is nothing to be afraid of out there and that carrying the extra weight was pointless. If a bear or a big cat eats me on the trail so be it. That’s way better than rotting away in a nursing home. I do carry a Gerber LMF for survival purposes so I’m not totally defenseless. I hiked the entire John Muir trail with only a pocket knife one time. I’ve spent a small fortune on ultra light gear and even a small pistol could equal 15 or 20 percent of my total pack weight. I used to be like that. The woods were safe. I'm less worried about 4 legged creatures than 2 legged ones. I've been up close and personal to bear many times, and never felt like I needed a gun. I hiked the entire Appalachian Trail over 30 years ago, and never needed anything for protection. (Well, except condoms  )
But things are definitely getting worse. A local DNR officer was patrolling a trout creek out in the middle of nowhere and ran across two guys having sex. One was wearing an ankle bracelet, and the other had felony warrants. In the last 2 years bodies have turned up at some of my favorite remote locations. It's clear that evil is increasing. I'm not going to relinquish my ability to defend myself anywhere that I can anymore. Once I get to the nursing home, I'll figure it out from there. But I'd like to make it that far if I can. Az |
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I’ve been backpacking all over the country for the last twenty five years and always carried. Over the last few years I realized that there is nothing to be afraid of out there and that carrying the extra weight was pointless. If a bear or a big cat eats me on the trail so be it. That’s way better than rotting away in a nursing home. I do carry a Gerber LMF for survival purposes so I’m not totally defenseless. I hiked the entire John Muir trail with only a pocket knife one time. I’ve spent a small fortune on ultra light gear and even a small pistol could equal 15 or 20 percent of my total pack weight. I used to fly fish that way (ultra light) until during one trip I realized a huge kitty-kat was stalking me all the way up the river. I will always carry in the future AND have a descent knife. |
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I use a small LowePro camera case attached to my hip belt. My S&W 642 rides easily in it and the LowPro label it's about as innocuous as can be; I've never had anyone including park rangers pay any attention. It has a flap to keep it covered and concealed as well as elastic that's designed to help keep the camera stable but works great for ensuring the gun stays well positioned. I drop a Bianchi SpeedStrips in the case with the revolver. You can get them in various sizes that would easily accommodate something larger. The only thing I worry about in the woods walks on two legs- I've come across some sketchy folks in some out of the way places.
That said, I have carried a full sized pistol in a tanker style holster just to see who comfortable it would be. I prefer the older M3 style to the newer M7 style (I think those are the model designations). Just wear a light baggy hiking shirt buttoned over it and most folks won't notice. |
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I’ve been backpacking all over the country for the last twenty five years and always carried. Over the last few years I realized that there is nothing to be afraid of out there and that carrying the extra weight was pointless. If a bear or a big cat eats me on the trail so be it. That’s way better than rotting away in a nursing home. I do carry a Gerber LMF for survival purposes so I’m not totally defenseless. I hiked the entire John Muir trail with only a pocket knife one time. I’ve spent a small fortune on ultra light gear and even a small pistol could equal 15 or 20 percent of my total pack weight. That's ballsy, but I'd like to not die on some freaking hilltop. Some of us would like to live on, have families, etc. More worried about the 2-legged predators, myself. And yep, don't want to leave the wife and kid alone. |
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Ok, this has been covered before, but I'd like to see some new ideas. In the pack is useless as it takes far too long to get to. IWB is also useless with a large pack and padded waistband. Chest rigs seem like they would be too ho for Georgia summerst, drop legs irritating on a long hike.My other two considerations are stealth and the ability to still carry after dropping the pack. It doesn't matter if this takes a minute or two to accomplish. My current method is a pouch attached to the waist strap, that can come off and attach to my regular belt. This is becoming problematic because the pack I want to use has no ability to attach anything to the waist belt. Any ideas, no matter how whacky, are appreciated. Az too hot, too irritating....really?  I'd say get over those particular concerns.
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Go with the safepacker. Here is mine in the Wind Rivers: http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s35/glockguy/3144c3f3.jpg And on a snowshoe excursion: http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s35/glockguy/4e5cc3a4.jpg Are thos Crocs attached to the pack? What kind? I need a set for going to and from the showers in Afghanistan. |
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OK, I do a number of different ways depending on what gun, which pack, and what I'm doing. I'll try to just list them and hopefully give you and idea.
1. Same as you, pouch attached to Kidney belt. Hope to try using my Maxpedition this way, simply thrown over my head shoulder carry but we'll have to see on that. 2. Using a much smaller gun, Ruger LCP etc, pocket carry typically in the cargo pocket strong side. I like this, it has a fairly fast draw, very concealed, and no worrying about gun or shifting gun carry position when you drop the pack. 3. Should holster, I use this when either carrying two guns or doing a hunting thing and need a large frame handgun. Warm weather is really an open carry option but cold it can b concealed under jacket. 4. Mid-back holster, this by far is the fastest draw. Thumb break holster attacked to pack at the least contact point of your pack, its simply reach behind your back and pull. Downsides are the gun is exposed when dropping the pack and you need to transfer the gun to your person if leaving the pack in camp. Mounting is classic belt holster with a strap to mount sewn into the back of the pack. Its not as hard to do as you would think. 5. Small gun carry in outside zipper pocket of pack. Its not fast, but its not like someone can sneak up on you in the woods. Tj |
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I’ve been backpacking all over the country for the last twenty five years and always carried. Over the last few years I realized that there is nothing to be afraid of out there and that carrying the extra weight was pointless. If a bear or a big cat eats me on the trail so be it. That’s way better than rotting away in a nursing home. I do carry a Gerber LMF for survival purposes so I’m not totally defenseless. I hiked the entire John Muir trail with only a pocket knife one time. I’ve spent a small fortune on ultra light gear and even a small pistol could equal 15 or 20 percent of my total pack weight. That's ballsy, but I'd like to not die on some freaking hilltop. Some of us would like to live on, have families, etc. More worried about the 2-legged predators, myself. And yep, don't want to leave the wife and kid alone. I understand your concern but I think it’s unwarranted, don’t get me wrong, I used to feel the same way. I should clarify that day hikes are a different story. The only time I’ve ever encountered any strange characters on the trail has been on day hikes near big cities. When we go to places like this I carry a Kel Tec P11 on the hip belt of my pack. I think the chances of running into a lunatic or thief wandering 10 or 15 miles into the wilderness is pretty slim. Either way, eventually you have to drop your guard on the trail and lay down and go to sleep. At that point any trail bandit or psychopath can walk up and smash your head with a rock no matter what you are carrying. I’m more worried about a poisonous snake sneaking into my sleeping bag to get warm (no tent, only a tarp until winter).
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I’ve been backpacking all over the country for the last twenty five years and always carried. Over the last few years I realized that there is nothing to be afraid of out there and that carrying the extra weight was pointless. If a bear or a big cat eats me on the trail so be it. That’s way better than rotting away in a nursing home. I do carry a Gerber LMF for survival purposes so I’m not totally defenseless. I hiked the entire John Muir trail with only a pocket knife one time. I’ve spent a small fortune on ultra light gear and even a small pistol could equal 15 or 20 percent of my total pack weight. That's ballsy, but I'd like to not die on some freaking hilltop. Some of us would like to live on, have families, etc. More worried about the 2-legged predators, myself. And yep, don't want to leave the wife and kid alone. I understand your concern but I think it’s unwarranted, don’t get me wrong, I used to feel the same way. I should clarify that day hikes are a different story. The only time I’ve ever encountered any strange characters on the trail has been on day hikes near big cities. When we go to places like this I carry a Kel Tec P11 on the hip belt of my pack. I think the chances of running into a lunatic or thief wandering 10 or 15 miles into the wilderness is pretty slim. Either way, eventually you have to drop your guard on the trail and lay down and go to sleep. At that point any trail bandit or psychopath can walk up and smash your head with a rock no matter what you are carrying. I’m more worried about a poisonous snake sneaking into my sleeping bag to get warm (no tent, only a tarp until winter).
Since you are talking odds, let me give you another one. Odds aren't you get nailed in the woods but getting in or out of that car that got you to the woods. |
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I’ve been backpacking all over the country for the last twenty five years and always carried. Over the last few years I realized that there is nothing to be afraid of out there and that carrying the extra weight was pointless. If a bear or a big cat eats me on the trail so be it. That’s way better than rotting away in a nursing home. I do carry a Gerber LMF for survival purposes so I’m not totally defenseless. I hiked the entire John Muir trail with only a pocket knife one time. I’ve spent a small fortune on ultra light gear and even a small pistol could equal 15 or 20 percent of my total pack weight. That's ballsy, but I'd like to not die on some freaking hilltop. Some of us would like to live on, have families, etc. More worried about the 2-legged predators, myself. And yep, don't want to leave the wife and kid alone. I understand your concern but I think it’s unwarranted, don’t get me wrong, I used to feel the same way. I should clarify that day hikes are a different story. The only time I’ve ever encountered any strange characters on the trail has been on day hikes near big cities. When we go to places like this I carry a Kel Tec P11 on the hip belt of my pack. I think the chances of running into a lunatic or thief wandering 10 or 15 miles into the wilderness is pretty slim. Either way, eventually you have to drop your guard on the trail and lay down and go to sleep. At that point any trail bandit or psychopath can walk up and smash your head with a rock no matter what you are carrying. I’m more worried about a poisonous snake sneaking into my sleeping bag to get warm (no tent, only a tarp until winter).
Since you are talking odds, let me give you another one. Odds aren't you get nailed in the woods but getting in or out of that car that got you to the woods. TJ, this is absolutely true. I guess I’m just not that worried about getting jumped or abducted at the trail head (I admit I do worry about leaving my truck sometimes but have no justification to). I’m 6 feet tall, 220 lbs and have a big yellow dog with me, there will be easier targets. I acknowledge this logic doesn’t apply across the board. I wouldn’t consider getting gas or running in to a convenience store for a cup of coffee without CCW. I even carry when I walk the dog in my own neighborhood. I think the risk of trail head violence is so fantastically small it’s a non issue. For me this is similar to worrying about sharks when I swim in the ocean. |
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no fanny packs? my galco model works well. Forgot about this one- I also have a black Galco fanny pack that I used to use with my 642. I can't remember the model name but it has a neoprene liner in it that holds the gun; works very well too. I sewed a Northface logo patch prominently on the front to make it more sheeple friendly. |
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 Whatever kind of pack you're wearing won't interfere with it. One of the assets of it is when you take your pack off, the gun remains with you. You have access to it at all times. Granted, it is easily viewed by any other people you might meet, but that's the last thing that concerns me when I'm in the woods. The holster is made gun specific. It's made here in Alaska, here's a link to the product catalog. Cheap it isn't, but the peace of mind it gives me when I'm out where I'm not the top of the food chain is worth it. |
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Go with the safepacker. Here is mine in the Wind Rivers: http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s35/glockguy/3144c3f3.jpg And on a snowshoe excursion: http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s35/glockguy/4e5cc3a4.jpg Are thos Crocs attached to the pack? What kind? I need a set for going to and from the showers in Afghanistan. They are from Payless shoes. I think the brand is Airwalk. I like them for camp shoes and wading streams. |
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But things are definitely getting worse. A local DNR officer was patrolling a trout creek out in the middle of nowhere and ran across two guys having sex. One was wearing an ankle bracelet, and the other had felony warrants. In the last 2 years bodies have turned up at some of my favorite remote locations. It's clear that evil is increasing. I'm not going to relinquish my ability to defend myself anywhere that I can anymore. Once I get to the nursing home, I'll figure it out from there. But I'd like to make it that far if I can.
Google Gary Michael Hilton. I had an encounter on the trail in Montana three years ago with a similar character I thought. I have packed in my fanny pack, below my pack for two years now, not ideal but I haven't seen a better option. |
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But things are definitely getting worse. A local DNR officer was patrolling a trout creek out in the middle of nowhere and ran across two guys having sex. One was wearing an ankle bracelet, and the other had felony warrants. In the last 2 years bodies have turned up at some of my favorite remote locations. It's clear that evil is increasing. I'm not going to relinquish my ability to defend myself anywhere that I can anymore. Once I get to the nursing home, I'll figure it out from there. But I'd like to make it that far if I can. Google Gary Michael Hilton. I had an encounter on the trail in Montana three years ago with a similar character I thought. I have packed in my fanny pack, below my pack for two years now, not ideal but I haven't seen a better option. Hilton's last victim was the best friend of an acquaintance-friend of mine. It does happen. Hell if we played the odds, we wouldn't carry anywhere, no? |
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Ok, this has been covered before, but I'd like to see some new ideas. In the pack is useless as it takes far too long to get to. IWB is also useless with a large pack and padded waistband. Chest rigs seem like they would be too ho for Georgia summerst, drop legs irritating on a long hike. My other two considerations are stealth and the ability to still carry after dropping the pack. It doesn't matter if this takes a minute or two to accomplish. My current method is a pouch attached to the waist strap, that can come off and attach to my regular belt. This is becoming problematic because the pack I want to use has no ability to attach anything to the waist belt. Any ideas, no matter how whacky, are appreciated. Az I've been thinking about a good way to carry with a pack myself. Generally when out in the middle of the boonies, I don't care if the gun is exposed in a holster. However, I've got a few planned trips this year to Yosemite and the Grand Canyon. Since these are National Parks, I need to carry concealed (legally) inside the park. I've found a system that works for me, I think. I have a Kelty Falcon pack, with a padded belt. The belt does have molle loops on it, and I thought about getting a Safepacker or a Tactical Tailor Lunar CCW pouch. Both of these seemed better than a fanny pack, but I didn't like the fact the gun was attached to the pack. My regular CCW set-up is to carry IWB in a kydex holster. I tried the Ketly pack on day hike while carrying IWB with a Glock 23. I have the pack belt adjusted a few inches higher than my pant belt line. This puts the padded belt over the grip of the weapon, which aides in concealment. As for drawing the gun, I feel it is quicker than a pouch type holster, and much quicker than a fanny-pack. To draw, reaction hand needs to unclasp the waist buckle, as the weapons hand goes to the gun. The cons: For me to do this and feel comfortable about being concealed, I'll need to wear two shirts, one tucked in and one over the weapon. This is my normal dress anyway. The other con is the weapon can dig in, and may cause discomfort over an extended hike. As always, YMMV. |
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But things are definitely getting worse. A local DNR officer was patrolling a trout creek out in the middle of nowhere and ran across two guys having sex. One was wearing an ankle bracelet, and the other had felony warrants. In the last 2 years bodies have turned up at some of my favorite remote locations. It's clear that evil is increasing. I'm not going to relinquish my ability to defend myself anywhere that I can anymore. Once I get to the nursing home, I'll figure it out from there. But I'd like to make it that far if I can. Google Gary Michael Hilton. I had an encounter on the trail in Montana three years ago with a similar character I thought. I have packed in my fanny pack, below my pack for two years now, not ideal but I haven't seen a better option. Hilton's last victim was the best friend of an acquaintance-friend of mine. It does happen. Hell if we played the odds, we wouldn't carry anywhere, no? Michael Hilton Was sentenced to death today for the murder of Cheryl Dunlap by my neighbor, Judge Jimmy Hankinson. He is facing a life sentence from Georgia for the murder of Meridith Emerson, as well as a suspect in at least three other homicides in Florida and North Carolina. Be careful out in the woods! all of these folks were preyed upon in parks and national forests. |
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I’ve been backpacking all over the country for the last twenty five years and always carried. Over the last few years I realized that there is nothing to be afraid of out there and that carrying the extra weight was pointless. If a bear or a big cat eats me on the trail so be it. That’s way better than rotting away in a nursing home. I do carry a Gerber LMF for survival purposes so I’m not totally defenseless. I hiked the entire John Muir trail with only a pocket knife one time. I’ve spent a small fortune on ultra light gear and even a small pistol could equal 15 or 20 percent of my total pack weight. Yours is a completely reasonable position, but it will be wildly unpopular here. I did a solo backcountry in Denali for 4 days. I carried only a Victorinox Soldier. Edit: referring to animal threats here; not cannibal buttsex. |
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I’ve been backpacking all over the country for the last twenty five years and always carried. Over the last few years I realized that there is nothing to be afraid of out there and that carrying the extra weight was pointless. If a bear or a big cat eats me on the trail so be it. That’s way better than rotting away in a nursing home. I do carry a Gerber LMF for survival purposes so I’m not totally defenseless. I hiked the entire John Muir trail with only a pocket knife one time. I’ve spent a small fortune on ultra light gear and even a small pistol could equal 15 or 20 percent of my total pack weight. Yours is a completely reasonable position, but it will be wildly unpopular here. I did a solo backcountry in Denali for 4 days. I carried only a Victorinox Soldier. Edit: referring to animal threats here; not cannibal buttsex. Yeah, that cannibal butt sex is the worst part of backpacking. |
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I’ve been backpacking all over the country for the last twenty five years and always carried. Over the last few years I realized that there is nothing to be afraid of out there and that carrying the extra weight was pointless. If a bear or a big cat eats me on the trail so be it. That’s way better than rotting away in a nursing home. I do carry a Gerber LMF for survival purposes so I’m not totally defenseless. I hiked the entire John Muir trail with only a pocket knife one time. I’ve spent a small fortune on ultra light gear and even a small pistol could equal 15 or 20 percent of my total pack weight. That's ballsy, but I'd like to not die on some freaking hilltop. Some of us would like to live on, have families, etc. More worried about the 2-legged predators, myself. And yep, don't want to leave the wife and kid alone. I understand your concern but I think it’s unwarranted, don’t get me wrong, I used to feel the same way. I should clarify that day hikes are a different story. The only time I’ve ever encountered any strange characters on the trail has been on day hikes near big cities. When we go to places like this I carry a Kel Tec P11 on the hip belt of my pack. I think the chances of running into a lunatic or thief wandering 10 or 15 miles into the wilderness is pretty slim. Either way, eventually you have to drop your guard on the trail and lay down and go to sleep. At that point any trail bandit or psychopath can walk up and smash your head with a rock no matter what you are carrying. I’m more worried about a poisonous snake sneaking into my sleeping bag to get warm (no tent, only a tarp until winter).
Wait, you mean you don't set up a perimeter alarm at camp?
We did have a conservation officer killed a few months back (I believe he pulled over some poachers.) Even though it wasn't exactly the middle of nowhere, criminal types seem to be hitting the woods more frequently, for one reason or another. I’m not ashamed to say that I’ve set up trip wires with 550 cord. |
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The draw from a Safepacker is not much slower than IWB with an untucked shirt. Halffast Any photos of where you position the safepacker when hiking? My packs have hip pockets and I would think these would push the safepacker to the 1 or 2 o'clock position. |
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The draw from a Safepacker is not much slower than IWB with an untucked shirt. Halffast Any photos of where you position the safepacker when hiking? My packs have hip pockets and I would think these would push the safepacker to the 1 or 2 o'clock position. I'll look for some pics, but the safepacker ends up at 2:30 to 3:00 on my pack. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile |
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I've always carried on a warbelt. Had a few questions, but never had anyone get freaked out. I'm looking at possibly either getting a new pack with a waistbelt with MOLLE on it and a holster. Thinking specifically the SDS packs on sale right now. I also saw the new Kit Bag from Hill People Gear. Basically a large admin pouch you wear like a chest rig. I has a very quick to access discrete pistol pocket. http://soldiersystems.net/2011/04/04/not-your-typical-kit-bag/ I kind of like that option, although for day hikes I may still try to put a holster on a pack belt. Thanks for the info TCBA_Joe!! Today's my birthday and I looked up your link to Hill People Gear. Called to my wife and showed it to her and she said, Happy Birthday now get one!!...
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I got one of these last month and used it on a trip. It attached to the waistbelt of my pack, a Lowe Kanga Himal, and worked great. In practicing, I noticed the zipper has two sliders. In order to eliminate the chance of grabbing the wrong pull, I just removed one.
I don't know how to hot link, sorry. http://www.tacticaltailor.com/lunarconcealedcarrypouch.aspx |