Chest rig or LBV

[Smitty506th]

I keep looking at chest rigs and LBV's. Anyone have an opinion or want to share what they use? Pics are very welcomed.

 

[Cavman]

i gotts say the old L.C.Es where the best thing. just suspender belt and ammo puches where incredibly compfortable

 

[obijohn]

for what purpose?

 

[Lock n Load]

I have a set of LBE and Kpot from the '80s, but I too am searching for more modern equipment such as the chest rigs.

I have it narrowed down to a few pieces of gear so far, but of course the teenager wants one too so now the $$ has doubled!!!

Eagle Chest Rig, Universal/SKD Version

This gear also allows carry of AK and M14 mags in the pouches which is a plus, some pouches are tailored just for M4 mags, I want the flexibility to carry different mags and items.

 

[jsx1043]

Bail out bag too...depends on your usage.

 

[2ADMNLOVER]

I've been wondering about this to . I've got an old pair of Y suspenders and belt , but I'm thinking a chest rig of some sort would be more flexible .

That in mind , I'm trying not to put too much stuff on the front . First time you dive for cover and your guts meet your back you'll understand .

 

[Britton]

For most of what we as civilians or even police would ever need a SOE Micro rig would work. No need for a big heavy rig, four rifle mags and a VOK is plenty to fight with.

 

[am94pm]

Here is a picture of some of my demo gear. When fully loaded the gear along weighs about 20lbs. I can carry more items, but I am not as maneuverable, added weight, and in hot weather not very comfortable. Chest rigs are lighter, allow for more maneuverability, and not to mention they are cooler in hot weather. Hope this helps some.

 

[JosephR]

Ask Mettle. He's the expert.

I have a Tactical Tailor Mini MAV which is very nice. It's very light with three mags. You can add more pouches if you want. Three permanent, kydex lined open top pouches for AR mags and then molle on the front of those and on each side to add more pouches, bags, etc.

Very nice.

 

[GJ1981]

I keep looking at chest rigs and LBV's. Anyone have an opinion or want to share what they use? Pics are very welcomed.

Call me crazy but the plain LBV from RFI worked great for me. The best part was since my unit screwed up some paperwork close to 1000 soldiers didn't have it on the issuing records.

If you're still in the 101st, like your name somewhat suggests, you should already have one If not I never cared from anything "high speed" K.I.S.S

 

[munky_3434]

chest rig......having tried/owned about everything imaginable it is hands sown the way to go

 

[flatlander]

2 piece MAV from tactical Tailor is the way to go. Get it with the Y-harness backpiece and it carries better than anything I've used.

Bob

 

[Panama]

Here is a picture of some of my demo gear. When fully loaded the gear along weighs about 20lbs. I can carry more items, but I am not as maneuverable, added weight, and in hot weather not very comfortable. Chest rigs are lighter, allow for more maneuverability, and not to mention they are cooler in hot weather. Hope this helps some.

 

[Smitty506th]

That is nice. I am looking at something for me to have and use in "off time" training and a just in case rig for the house. I think the above will work just fine. I only want more ammo pouches for 5.56 mags on the chest and leave my legs open for pistol ammo. Thanx for the recommendations.

 

[Vigilant]

Sounds to me that you'd be better off with a shoulder bag or Rifle Fighting Bag. Not much use for a balls to the walls chest rig IMHO unless total breakdown/Zombie situation. Shoulder bag with a belt strap, 4-6 loaded mags, blow-out kit, a few pistol mags, and maybe a Nalgene w/ H2O and a powerbar would be all you really ever need in most situations. It will be easier to don/doff, way less conspicuous, many times more comfy to boot.YMMV The one below is pretty well thought out regardless of what you may think of the source.

SNEAKY BAGS - MINI RIFLE FIGHTING BAG (With Additional Medical Pouch) - Sneaky-MINI

 

[Smitty506th]

I do like the shoulder bag. Thanx for the info... nice Zombies....... Who said anything about Zombies...... How did you come by this information....

 

[jeremy]

That is nice. I am looking at something for me to have and use in "off time" training and a just in case rig for the house. I think the above will work just fine. I only want more ammo pouches for 5.56 mags on the chest and leave my legs open for pistol ammo. Thanx for the recommendations.

I prefer my rifle mags on a leg drop and my pistol mags on a belt or chest panel... I don't really care for either a chest rig or a vest.

 

[Smitty506th]

I like the drop leg stuff but having things on my chest makes them easier to get to. You know I have heard a few jokes about a "Big Yellow Patch"

 

[jeremy]

Things on you chest suck when you have to hit the ground real hard. Or if you are on the ground in that hasty, that your dug with your butt cheeks, trying to get just that much lower. Or that much closer to a wall.

Most of what you have heard about that "Big Yellow Patch" is from jealousy!