Esstac Kywi WTFix straps installation. How to.

Part 2 of 2 on my belt, focused on the use of WTFix straps and Esstac mag pouches.
Probably the best how-to that exists on KZbin. WTFix strap installation.
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[@BlueAlphaBelts]

Helpful video! Oh and nice belt! I'll use this video to help customers when they ask. Thanks!

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Thanks! I've run a lot of belts, and this one is winning! Good job!

[@Kolby9241]

Blue Alpha Gear you guys absolutely rock. TJ had you on his show (LeadSlingnGinger) and I really enjoyed it. I immediately bought a carry belt you guys make after that.

[@damonharrington2948]

Just found this video and easily mounted my Esstac’s using malice clips to my WPS Blue Alpha Double Molle Belt!

[@richstevens5727]

Still waiting on my blue alpha belt but I have my esstac kywi pouches and I wanted to see some installation vids. This was very helpful! Pumped to get everything set up and put it to use for my next training session. 👍

[@caseywalker9008]

Helpful video. Thanks

[@SemperDave0311]

I'm a Marine so I use these straps to chew on. My gear is held on with 550 cord and rigger's tape.

[@RyanEsstac]

A tip.... remove the KYWI's first. makes it much easier.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Well how would you know?!?! Joking of course, and I didn't even think of that, thanks!

[@StraitD2]

Lmao, I figured it out after I broke a partial nail off my thumb. Take the inserts out first, then use a rigid flat object ( I used my wide blade knife) to separate velcro to re-insert the kydex inserts.

[@dmcx4319]

That makes sense. Thanks.

[@AAmato-hm4it]

meh, is it easier to install with them out? yes....taking them out and back in with the included Velcro is another story and might be even a longer hassle

[@Ghillie66Sniper]

For everyone struggling to insert the kydex again because of the velcro. Slide paper in there first, then slide the insert into position and remove the paper. So much easier, works on Spiritus rigs too because they can be a nightmare.

[@tobiasowen9082]

This video and its comment section saved me alot of hair loss and finger pain 😂😂😂 thank you even a year later

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Happy to help, hope you subscribe!

[@bryanpatio2479]

Another helpful tip is to use a rigid zip tie and feed it through the WTFix strap and then feed the ziptie through the webbing; then pull it through :D no need to remove the kydex or stretch out the webbing! You can get through all 4 straps in less than a few minutes :)

[@ezimens]

Genius

[@3KindsOfGuns]

But muh crack spoon!!!!

[@chrisredman3418]

@@3KindsOfGuns it also helps if you bend the belt backwards a little to create a gap in the webbing. I had to convert a cereal spoon to a crack spoon to make sure i had the correct tools.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Yes!

[@jackmarino2786]

Thanks man I ordered WTF instead of Malice and was totally lost 😅 you’re a life saver.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

No problem dude!

[@Rizzaman1285]

Thanks for the video. It was a huge help. For those of you like me who purchased the midlength version, you only use the top three rows(it is posted on the website as well). Everything worked like you showed it. You are right that it is a pain in the butt weaving it. Mine is on my shellback tactical rampage 2.0 placard which made it a lot easier than having to manipulate it on the a full vest.

[@alexbouma9330]

Short or long straps?

[@Pedro_Escamoso]

Couldn’t have done it without thanks for taking the time to show it!

[@3KindsOfGuns]

You are welcome!!

[@ikemouser2580]

Having successfully installed the talls, I can say with 100% certainty, the straps included with the midheight 3 shingle are not long enough.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

They worked for me. Are you saying yours were shorter?

[@ToPsHoTaBB6]

Bro thank you for this installed in under 20 minutes following along

[@3KindsOfGuns]

You're welcome!

[@wafflebunny123]

Video helped me out on what to use for mounting just got a double pistol esstac pouch

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Good! Happy to help!!

[@casualtactical6664]

Thanks man this helped me with my triple mag pouch . Good video buddy.

[@minilogoguy18]

Another thing to do that helps a ton is to remove the kydex insert of the pouch and weaving becomes way easier

[@3KindsOfGuns]

I've heard that, was just too dumb to do it at the time.

[@snowboarddude117]

One thing I'm wondering. Guess I'll try when my belt is here but why not pull the WTFix through all the front molle strips then use hemostats to pull the long remaining tails through the back of the kywi?

[@mattdavey2741]

Did this as well. Bro tip go ahead and save pushing that wft strap through the mag pouch until the end attach to belt first then run the strap all the way through the mag pouch.

[@seanlehmann4235]

I used the hemostats after seeing your reply and it worked like a champ.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

hemostats are a great idea as well.

[@th3warr1or]

Thank you, exactly what I was looking for!

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Happy to help!!

[@packetlossenjoyer]

lol that was a confusing mess made clear by this video, thank you

[@edwardrichard2561]

Thanks very much. Very easy to follow.

[@ElucidateFurther]

Very informative thank you.

[@rjchyrich4434]

Thanks man!, you got a like and sub from me, no info out on this

[@daltongoo2683]

Great video!! Had mine on in 10 minutes!!!

[@seanmorse1389]

What length wtfix straps did you use?

[@3KindsOfGuns]

I believe they were short, but they were whatever came with the pouch.

[@jeffro512]

Haha I have a designated tactical butter knife I use when it's time to fight with all things MOLLE

[@gabrielsbullet7699]

Great info thanks bro

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Happy to help!

[@DreezyT]

Best Blue alpha/esstac tutorial on YT. Literally just installed my Kywis with WTFix straps in under 5 min

[@HickLif3]

When you put the straps in every row it makes it as if it is actually sewn into the belt or what ever you are attaching it to. I do it just for that piece of mind, I hate my stuff flapping around

[@3KindsOfGuns]

That is true. I've been running that set up for a while now, and do not wish I used more. It's very secure, and stays tight to the belt. More certainly wouldn't hurt anything though.

[@chriswille6681]

Thanks for the video.

[@Joemama-jq8fm]

butter knife takes less than 30 seconds each. put it in spin it couple times then fold the strap over the tip and it goes right in.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

yup!

[@blanejohnson9801]

Huge help man I would still be starting at the wtfix clips if it wasn’t for this

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Happy to help!

[@michaelwoodward5787]

Thank you Sir for doing this video! Just got my Kiwis today and those straps didn't make any sense. Take care 🇺🇸

[@Veprem]

Esstac or another company should consider designing pistol holsters using this concept. A plastic retention holster wrapped in fabric.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

So that is kind of what a lot of safariland holsters are going to now.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Happy to have helped so many people, Please subscribe!!

[@vincescipione7875]

If you are looking to buy these, dont bother, lasts about a shift on a duty belt before they loosen, yes I watched the video multiple times, yes I followed the directions, just go buy malice clips.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

I've used mine over a year with no complaints.

[@LesPaulLefty23]

THANK. YOU. Was tearing my hair out

[@smoakie976]

Someone that actually understands how these are supposed to be attached! I see so many people just loop them through and they are all floppy. No one knows how to attach alice/molle. Great video!

[@alexanderlevin6116]

Skip to 1:50 and set speed to 2x

[@3KindsOfGuns]

I mean, you're not wrong.

[@evileddy9844]

Good stuff!

[@Whizzo333]

You know what's good ? Belt loops as made by Esstac.....

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Maybe?

[@bluebatman7]

Thanks very much for this. Liked and subbed. Appreciate it.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Happy it helped;

[@ianw5564]

Is this a mag carrier I can run on my plate carrier?

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Absolutely, as long as your vest is MOLLE

[@ianw5564]

Awesome thanks! And your video is still the only one I see on KZbin. Great to see people like yourself who add these clips for the everyday man. Keep up the good work you just gained another sub

[@3KindsOfGuns]

@@ianw5564 thank you very much!! Please share as well. I genuinely appreciate it!

[@Xbulldog12]

Thanks man. Huge help. Great video.

[@winkwankerman2220]

Thank you.

[@damonharrington2948]

I have the Esstac Kywis, malice clips & Blue Alpha Double Belt Rig. Your video was the best and most helpful. Thanks 🤙🏽

[@nattybumpo4384]

Hemostat is your friend, pull, no push.

[@newerest1]

hey! i got a blue alpha belt and these as well lol.

[@ErgonomicChair]

Very nice! There wasn't much information that came with my esstac's haha, so this is nice.

[@phineqx]

Literally just got one yesterday. Thankyou for the tutorial!!

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Absolutely!

[@kaninsides1922]

Lifesaver brother, thank you so much. Your video freaking saved me from a lot of frustration haha.

[@Lhswrestler44]

It’s kydex. That’s what kywi stands for

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Yup

[@nicholasburton6847]

This helped me out. Thanks, bud.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

You're welcome! I've run them through a few range days and am very happy with them!

[@dmcx4319]

Dude! Good job man and thank you. Was looking at the pieces of my belt and going WTF? (I think that's why they're named that). Again thanks for doing this. Subbed.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Happy to help! And thanks for the sub!!

[@mike9126]

This video is a lifesaver bro!

[@CharlieAligaen]

Very informative video! Thanks!

[@tyler90561]

A+ on the video! Super helpful. Thanks

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Thank you. I'm happy it helped! Please share and subscribe!

[@mtnride4930]

EXCELLENT! Thank you. I just got AR mags in front and pistol mags on the front pouches thanks to your video I got those WTF straps on the right way. I am going to order some more for my other stuff. Liked and subbed.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Thank you!!!

[@pctechadvisor]

Helped a lot! Thanks! How is yours holding up?

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Great! Best mag pouches I have ever used! Very happy with the wtfix straps too!

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Been running them for over 3 years now, still good to go!

[@Charlton_Kekston]

Thank you for the video, much appreciated!

[@danielknuttel830]

Awesome instruction but unfortunately i already done it and fucked up my fingers by webbing in these with bare hands on my ferro concept Bison Belt. Now YT recommended your video.....

[@3KindsOfGuns]

One of my old ones, the info os out there, we just need to look for it!

[@andyrey8536]

Thank you!!!

[@MrKlein83]

Very helpful video, thank you for taking the time to show us a few tips & tricks! Looking at about the same setup (WPS battle belt & kywi pouches). How do you like the magazine spacing on this 2+2 side by side setup? I was thinking of doing all individual pistol/rifle pouches or double pistol gap & individual rifle pouches just so I can change/customize the belt if needed but it looks more like a fight it once and leave it system. Oh yeah, thumbs up for sure!

[@3KindsOfGuns]

It's great. I really don't have a single complaint about it. I have run it about 6 or 7 times at the range, and am very happy. These mag pouches are very very fast. As always, please like, share, and subscribe!!

[@3KindsOfGuns]

As to how I like it? I am still using that setup 3 years later..... so YES!

[@deafboy95]

does it wobble, move around, or it solid to stay on belt

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Its solid.

[@calebsmith2174]

Thank you for the video my guy

[@MsPatriotfront]

Probably the worst, dumbest alternative to MOLLE straps ever made.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Nobody said you had to use them

[@dickie1165]

big help. thanks brother.

[@armani_5.565]

Just used this literally right now to attach my esstac kywis. Thank you, cheers!

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Happy to help!

[@gunnerjoe53]

Tip: Remove the Kydex inserts before threading the straps, makes it easier to thread .

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Yeah, no question about that! I made this video a few years ago, it was my first time playing with those pouches.

[@williampittman7055]

Very helpful, appreciate it

[@NomadikProd]

Thanks for the video!

[@thegeorgiasportsman9570]

Thanks for the video! The high tech spoon worked perfectly and I knew the proper orientation before I got started. Your video helped me get my rig setup in less than 20 minutes.

[@LemurInBlack]

Why the fuck doesn’t anyone do a video of how to mount this shit to a plate carrier

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Because it's basically the same process. I've done that as well. My son runs a set on his vest for airsoft.

[@LocketheRogue]

Thanks for the video. Worked like a charm real hero was the tactical spoon

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Who doesn't love a tactical spoon?!

[@Arciticman907]

The spoon trick 100% is the way to go. Great video. Thanks for the help.

[@DerrickCuffie]

Yup... video saved lol. Waiting for my belt now

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Good!

[@nathanweston7745]

Great video thx man

[@D_S_88]

Great video. This helped set up some WTFix straps on my blue alpha gear belt. Snug as a bug in a rug!

[@shaun_177]

Thanks bro ! Great video. So tip I figured out - THE SPOON ! - Use it for everything. When pushing the strap through the molle on the belt, put top of the strap on the spoon. Push the spoon through the first belt loop and set the tip of strap on TOP of spoon. It sticks because the material of the strap. Guide er on through. Money. Edit: same when weaving through mag pouch

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Thanks for watching! Please consider subscribing.

[@shaun_177]

@3 Kinds Of Guns done 🤙🏻

[@3KindsOfGuns]

@@shaun_177 great thanks for sticking around!!!

[@fozzybear9114]

Work. Thank you!

[@moto1p1]

WTF is the length of the WTFix straps you installed?

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Short

[@moto1p1]

@@3KindsOfGuns Thank you sir!

[@3KindsOfGuns]

You are welcome!

[@beri232]

What made you choose the WTF straps vs Malice?

[@3KindsOfGuns]

I had used malice clips before, and I was curious about the wtfix straps. 5 years later, I'm still using the wtfix straps.

[@softscrubb]

what belt is that?

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Blue alpha gear double belt.

[@alphaditto]

Thank you very much for the instruction.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

You're welcome

[@sunnycat69]

What belt is that

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Blue alpha gear warrior poet double

[@thatmdguy4557]

Super helpful I used 2 spoons to speed the instillation up and the pliers was completely ingenious thank you for this video

[@8461719]

Thank you very much!!!! Really needed this how to video .

[@scottbonnell23]

Take the kydex out. It will make life a lot easier

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Fact

[@prairiepatriot2162]

Great video, exactly what I needed to get the job done. Thanks for making this.

[@richstevens5727]

Nice video! To the point with minimal down time and some helpful tips! 👌💯

[@xFETTx]

Have you had a problem with how loose the WTFix are on the pistol pouch? Mine are not tight to my molle belt and just flop out a tad. Thank you!

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Not at all. Did you snake yours back through the middle the way I did?

[@xFETTx]

3 Kinds Of Guns yes I did. They are on a blue alpha gear 1.75 molle belt. WTFidea told me they will be that way since the straps weren’t designed for it

[@3KindsOfGuns]

@@xFETTx what length straps are you using and did you tuck the excess?

[@xFETTx]

3 Kinds Of Guns I am using the shorts! I actually pulled the second portion of the tabs through the last slit in the straps to get it as tight as possible. I then tucked all the excess up inside the Kywis. Over time it will work its way out to where it will have a slight flop. They make a WTFix keeper that has multiple sizing tabs and I think it would be great if they designed their standard WTFix strap with that same design. Would completely eliminate any sizing issues.

[@3KindsOfGuns]

@@xFETTx definitely not my experience with them. They stay tight to my belt, and are not floppy at all. And I have been running them for a while now.

[@RevivalDefense]

I appreciate you for this video 😂

[@cypherpls]

Don’t know if you figured this out yet or not, but bend your belt the opposite way (bending belt molle inwards), and the molle will now expand making it a lot easier to snake whatever system you have through. Great video by the way

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Good tip!

[@Demigod3331]

Great video and thank you! This video totally clarified on how to set this up correctly. I can't wait to test out the Esstac Kywi and my new range belt.

[@offshoresavage6608]

I just ordered my Blue Alpha Gear belt and was looking at the Esstac mag holders. I couldn’t decide on what attachment to get. I knew someone on KZbin had to have something. I’m ordering the WTFs now. Great video!

[@3KindsOfGuns]

I've loved, and continue to love this setup as the best I have ever run, please consider subscribing!

[@lolaland5595]

Super helpful, thanks a ton

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Your welcome! Happy this video is still helping people almost 4 years later!

[@bigboi9877]

Great video bro

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Thanks!

[@robogen1331]

Ah yes. Tactical Gandalf using his wizard skills to show my dumbass how to attach pouches

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Lol, happy it helped dude!

[@cgc86crock]

Are these the short straps or the long

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Believe those are short, but that was several years ago.

[@nicocooper9217]

Thanks for the video man. Needed something thin to go through the little slits of a kydex sheath for a punch dagger on the front of my tactical baby carrier lol🤣. The standard button straps would not fit through and i didnt want to use zip ties like a peasant. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Happy to help! Please subscribe!

[@DarkWolff.]

Those are the long ones correct?

[@3KindsOfGuns]

Don't remember, it was 3.5 years ago. It's whatever ones ESSTAC sent with the pouches.

[@dinodini547]

Do u prefer this or molice ?

[@3KindsOfGuns]

So far, this.

[@agaloo2186]

Dude thanks for making this Jesus Christ no info on this lol

[@elijahpage1655]

Great video, saved me a lot of stress.