Best Chest Rig on a Budget even if you're not budget minded

[@mtnmnkymilitia]

The Krydex H harness is a great inexpensive replacement

[@kennethherrick8436]

Yes. I have one. It's great.

[@fanman8102]

I’m not sure who decided a micro chest rig (3 magazines) is a fighting load but I completely disagree. Maybe three to disengage but what if you can’t or don’t want to disengage? Maybe three is good if you’re a contractor because most contracting is glorified guard duty, ie no movement to contact, no assault, no reaction to ambush, etc. I’ll keep saying it. The mantra for preppers should be - less contractor, more MACV-SOG.

[@nathanielmoore9627]

I think it’s situationally dependent.

[@fanman8102]

@@nathanielmoore9627 - you’re right, of course. There are times three magazines are good enough, like standing a post. However I would say if you’re out and about, for whatever reason, three magazines is not enough. Marines I know in line units, whether Viet Nam or Afghanistan, carried about 270 - 320 rounds when they were out and about. MACV-SOG carried 600, sometimes more depending on the mission. Course it’s up to you.

[@nathanielmoore9627]

Yeah I think for most people with being prepared I think a micro chest rig is at the very least a good start in preparedness. I live in a rural area with lots of wide open spaces with sprinkled in urban areas. My current idea and preparedness portfolio for close combat is multiple intruders trying to break into my home and it’s hard for me to realistically anticipate using all 3 mags in that situation. Is it possible? Sure. But for my group of guys we are typically running 3-4 mags on lbe and really wanting to capitalize on mobility. We have a nice pretty tight knit community here and walking/trecking through the woods with a pack and rifle isn’t uncommon and we know most people here and even if we don’t want to be spotted it’s not too hard to disappear in the woods. Now we also carry in our packs d60’s and other loaded mags. A couple dudes also have multiple chest rigs with quad dual mag pouches so they can carry 8 mags minimum depending on the situation. All that being said I absolutely agree with you but I think for the average citizen and trying to get the average person into the preparedness world a micro chest rig is a pretty good option.

[@kinch613]

Pretty sure the micro rigs are more for an active killer type response kit or EDC for vehicle loadouts. Not necessarily an assaulters kit.

[@WilliamRepsher]

What are you assaulting solo?

[@SurvivenTerry]

As a amry veteran i would recommend army surplus because you can get them for cheap and you get more pouches too.

[@no_handle_required]

This may be the only channel I have seen that isn't all about bougie boutique gun bullshit. Just stuff that works and is simple. Love it.

[@jefftabor595]

Headed over to Sportsman Guide. You knocked it out of the park with this video. Be safe.

[@mini14king76]

Dude, you have no idea how helpful your videos have been to me ! Thank you ! God bless our forefathers

[@unclefreedom213]

This is the stuff that makes me happy I started doing this. I'm glad you found my channel and even more glad you've found it helpful.

[@voraciousblackstn]

I can also recommend the old LBV. Holds 6 mags and still has a wide open (mostly) pistol belt for mag pouches. I have also used a smaller chest rig without mags above the vest, but havent practiced drawing mags with it on yet. Remember, old gear was state of the art at one time. Never underestimate surplus.

[@WilliamRepsher]

I have been rocking the same H harness I’ve had since 96, better then suspenders works on any gunbelt ❤

[@tomyoung8563]

lol I use my lbe with buttruck most days on the range/ in the woods

[@deangullberry5148]

LBV's sucked ass though. Those giant shoulder pads caused all kinds of shoulder injuries when it was time to ruck up. In the summer time even the gen 2 mesh body vest trapped body heat, and caused heat injuries. Since I mentioned the mesh, that shit was like a cheese grater on your nipples.

[@groundpounder8373]

I love the LBE system. That's what we had in the 80s

[@Halligan515]

I have no idea how I've never seen your channel before. This is my kinda content!

[@WilliamRepsher]

Career Marine here retired (IED) Listen, I assume we are talking operating in current SHTF situations. If you look like military you are wrong, carry what you can conceal and train for it. You won’t be rolling around decked out with your whole arsenal . You want to be under the radar and fast, chest rigs, helmets all that shit people think is cool will just get you popped from a distance, look like a average joe. Be the grey man. Why carry 6 or 8 mags? With zero support the options are break contact , possibly out maneuver and draw into a hasty ambush. you will not be standing and fighting (unless in a group) Your rig should fit under a shirt or jacket , I don’t want to type a book so I hope you can kinda understand what I’m saying. Don’t be a loot drop. Not to shill for certain companies but I find the T Rex arms ready rig perfect for current times. Obviously if you have a specific mission equip yourself according to the need, but in general do not look like you are in full battle rattle. 3 or 4 mags, and one inserted is plenty. Find a low profile plate carrier , or vest. Use a civilian back pack, too many variables to speak on , anyhow one comment in a sea of armchair commandos lol. Cardio, marksmanship, planning and mindset. These things will save your life Gucci gear and weight will not. Also build a team. Good luck and God bless!

[@TennGrizz]

Well said Brother Semper Fidelis Bible and ⚔️

[@rigid73able]

Yes, and way more heavy on the cardio than most realize

[@JMarquez-xb2qt]

@@rigid73ableso heavy that the cardio makes you not heavy ;)

[@wango556]

Having all the Gucci gear is advertising “take my shit”

[@ROOSTER-ql5fs]

I understand the concept of the ready rig. Lightweight, low profile, concealable but how are you concealing a 16” rifle?

[@NerdyRobby]

I picked up a Marine Corps TAPS brand new from Venture Surplus. Same thing, came with the repair kit and even the instruction manual. Modified mine, acquired an H-harness. I mainly need this thing to incorporate OVER a slickish plate carrier for a "Plus up" role. Definitely this is slept on. Also, the modularity and mission adaptability the TAPS can do, is definitely looked over. Is it the best of the best out the box, Negative. Do you have to work with it and make it work for you, Yes. Are you gonna spend an arm and a leg, Negative. But with some work, can this be viable for what you need it to do, Yes. Love the content. Stay Safe out there. Semper Fidelis.

[@rigid73able]

If you are going to use negative for no when answering your own questions ,please use affirmative for the yes answers. People trying to play a part often forget that affirmative is used in place of yes and tend to just use negative for the no thinking they sound cool.Thanks.

[@LîNkxUSMC]

​@@rigid73ableplease go move to China if you want to indulge in communist dictates, since you dont seem to understand freedom of speech, and the way he wrote his youtube comment has you butthurt.

[@SmoocheeWallace]

Just got a brand new TAPS for $60. Very versatile and I like it so far for training and has enough MOLLE to make it into a full kit rig

[@unclefreedom213]

They are the best bang for buck out there. I still stand by this video

[@JBsX39]

I got a mayflower gen 4 for 100 bucks used on eBay. It holds for mags in the main pouches. And it can hold an additional two mags in the side pouch for a radio or med kit. And then use the a dangler as a medical. Giving me 6 mags on a chest rig. Plus more in a ruck sack. Ballin on a budget.

[@unclefreedom213]

Love my Mayflower though I paid 180 for mine it's a solid rig and absolutely one of the best ever made

[@JBsX39]

@@unclefreedom213 have you ever ran your mayflower on a plate carrier. And if so how did it perform?

[@unclefreedom213]

@JBsX39 yes and it works well you need the strap adapters from Velocity to stabilize the sides though

[@JBsX39]

@@unclefreedom213 sweet! I think TRex makes an adapter as well. Thanks for the input.

[@nathanhyland910]

You can hit up any surplus store, snag a few buckles and those 3 mag shingles and make a quick split rig, super cheap, super easy, super effective

[@sabre8862]

I ran a modified TAP for years professionally, until recently I saved up enough to drop coin on a lbt split rig. Having the modularity to learn what you like and don’t like, is priceless. After a few hundred hours of sucking, I knew exactly what worked for me. God bles

[@af22raptor23503]

You are 1000% correct I discovered the USMC TAPs last summer and I wish it would have been sooner because of the money that I spent on Haley and Mayflower Chest rigs but now I have two USMC TAPs setup different ways for different weapons and missions plus I also pickup a set of Danish Military Surplus Load Bearing Suspenders, 3 Pack, New from Sportsman guide which are AWESOME to spread the load and have just enough padding to be perfect for the TAPs. I also pickup a Eagle Industries H-Harness that I am working on as a 308 AR10 Rifle Combat loadout rig but that is still a work in progress.

[@CharlieeBoi]

Could you do a video on your set ups brother?

[@af22raptor23503]

FYI: Getting the Shock Cord from Amazon 50ft of it plus the Haley Strategic pull are a great way to have your Mags Secured plus you can set the tension you want on the Mags and since I have the Magpul Mags with the baseplates that have the built in pull tab setting up my own retention was a better way to go and I have extra shock cord incase of an issue later on. Amazon also has the Kydex inserts for the mag pouches for 5 bucks each when you get 4 of them and I have put the inserts in all my rigs and are working great.

[@thefucrew9865]

7 Bravos & Deltas were those 2-to-1 tube nods. Keep up the great work !!!

[@davethrasher4124]

PVS 7 Dickheads were awful to wear, but they worked like a champ

[@Spartan73799]

UW Gear makes excellent chest rigs and are highly underrated.

[@Sabre22]

Very good information I never used either a plate carrier or chest rig . They were NOT around when I was in the army 1975-1981 and 1985-91. We had canvas Harnesses in 1975 and Nylon Y harnesses in the second enlistment. So this is all new to me.

[@rccaraddict294]

Great video man. Kind of exactly what I was looking for.

[@Noddafan]

Just found your channel because of a facebook comment you made. I was just thinking about grabbing one of these. Thanks for the information

[@unclefreedom213]

Glad I could help!

[@ExtremelyAverageMan]

Very surprised the FLC wasn't mentioned...cheaper and more versatile than a TAPS rig. You can pick them up for $15 and customize them however you'd like, and you're not tied down to ONLY 5.56 magazines. Also Chicom rigs are $20, and with a few mods are extremely versatile piece of kit which again accommodates more than just 5.56 mags.

[@perrytheplatypus7403]

FLC supremacy

[@Marcelini1989]

I believe that the huge advantage of the TAPS in this comparison is its ability to be easily used with a plate carrier.

[@danielodonnell2205]

A good cheap mini rig is the acetac chest rig. I've been using mine as a plarcard for my mepc.

[@spencer7197]

That and the FLC are underrated. I like the FLC because it gives you molle expansion on your back. So if you want to run something with the new spiritus LBV vibes it is an option. Not saying its a better option but it is cheap and fairly durable. And building one out with all surplus stuff can be done for less than $200. And you walk away with a very capable system. If you are trying to save a buck, stop getting chiniesium stuff. Surplus is cheap and it works. And if money is a non issue go wild.

[@RebelViking912]

This was a great video and that's a great setup. Thanks for sharing that information.

[@mechanicalron8269]

This is so inspiring to this newbie that I just subscribed to your channel, thank you for posting this and cheers from Detroit Michigan ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@TAVAAR7]

My modified TAPS has been my go-to for years. When I saw the similar USMC rigs for $12 it was a no brainer to pick up a couple. I think a lot more people would make an LBE/LBV their primary option if they spent more time using the gear than watching others on social media.

[@PaulM-c8h]

I was in the Army and given the option we preferred to run a Rhodesian over a simple plate carrier. We preferred one that buckled in the front middle. When fire starts coming in, you could open the rig and get your chest ON THE GROUND. The guys that had 8" of shit stuck to their front were crapping their pants when they realized they couldn't get down or they had to roll onto their back. Live and learn I guess... I do have a few standard plate carriers because they're cool, but my good old beat to sh-t rhodesian is my best old friend.

[@PhoenixBlaze1776]

The TTP'S and the FLC are the goat for sure. Also ALICE.

[@MrEaglesfan40]

I was a medic from 90 to 98 and this will work great for med gear as well compared to what I was issued back then crap has come along way

[@MrWilliewonka69]

I have never been a fan of chest rigs for the reason you say the money just two carry 2 or 3 mags depending on caliber. I like the a-taps over the taps surplus is a viable options that dont get the credit they deserve. I my self run a plce setup from Britain

[@alexbarnes3912]

I run a taps rack. I love it and the only use I see for the micro fight rigs is more covert, but I run an agilite K20 that can fill that role and give me soft armor or plates

[@mikev8075]

Like the video because;a lot of us don’t work for the military.We don’t know when we can replenish our gear and or ammo.Eight mags or more is just the way to go…

[@cliffbernsen438]

Unobtainium gear has a USA made H harness for $35 in different colors and patterns.

[@drivestrength5394]

I got one of those from Coleman's Military Surplus a while back...sadly not for $24. Good for the price though still. I also have a Viktos pouch similar to your Haley version on sale for under $100 a year ago. My go to if price isn't an issue is SOE Tactical. Will literally last a lifetime, many different option - 6 mag, 8 mag or an AR/AK Micro rig. All their stuff is heirloom quality.

[@tactical_trucker4761]

That seems like a "Back in the day" price, they now range from $40 to $100. The only thing you can get for that price is the Chinese "Chicom" SKS chest rig, I have four of those and they fit AK mags too.

[@rigid73able]

You can still find the taps around $20-30

[@tactical_trucker4761]

@@rigid73able Like I didn't look. He said $12

[@lens7859]

@@tactical_trucker4761 he said on black friday

[@ltx383]

@@tactical_trucker4761You must not listen very well. He literally said he paid 12 bucks but now they are almost double…

[@DeSmith-o4b]

I'm in the Georgia mountains. Is a TAPS chest rig or a Vietnam era LBV/LBS (web belt) the better way to go? It seems like carrying the weight on on hips (and shoulders because of the webbing) is the better way to go. I use a ruck to carry everything else. I can drop everything and lose the weight and cool down. I'm also using a lo vis plate carrier (UArm WPS) when I need plates. I wear it when I'm in a city under a hoodie or just keep it in my backpack.

[@johndomele1783]

Can you put out a list of items for your Franken rig setup and sites you got it?

[@woodsghost9088]

"Mid-Tier" is my life. I'm not impressive enough to ever need more.

[@ParanormalNODS]

Great philosophy of use

[@joesmith98765]

I Love Sportsman Guide,

[@stuartniven2401]

Awesome video, thanks!

[@TailSpin215]

Any good places to find them now new for around $20. Arms that they've gone up in price quite a bit.

[@nailgunsniper]

I have the trifecta: a TAPs, a micro chest rig, and a split rig. Each has a purpose that’s fits a scenario better than the other. All my gear came from Venture Surplus. All fit over plate carriers. Not every scenario goes according to plan and not every set up will fit all scenarios. I’d start with the TAPs. Look at military surplus the same way your girlfriend looks at your hoodie.

[@jasonkome9734]

My Man!!

[@suboptimal2019]

Damn I didn’t even know the marine corps issued chest rigs. We are forced to wear plate carriers for every hike, range, recon, etc. lol

[@HALFx28]

What is your take on the FLC?

[@theap0killyp1k2]

If you're willing to modify them so you aren't required to wear an IBA, TAPS chest rigs can often be found for about $50 on the surplus market.

[@Ammotax]

I’ve used my original harness for 6 years never had any problems I think it just about your body style

[@howardwatts4238]

Im 77 got back trouble an leg broke last year. But i feel the need to arm up. Got ar 15 but need help putting something together.

[@dannyj4743]

is there a way you could list everything on you chest rig at 10:40 please?

[@jeremywilson8334]

Hey man! Always great to hear from you. In your opinion if you could only afford one would you get a war belt? A chest rig or plate carrier?

[@cincinnatiking8008]

I really want one of these, but I heard that P mags don't work with it. They're too tight. Do you know if gen 2 p mags will work with this chest rig?

[@unclefreedom213]

gen 2 is what's in it in the thumbnail I've had no issues with lancer L5 magpul G2&g3 asc stainless duramag,OK industries, asc aluminum hexmags are a nogo. I will say the metal mags are easier to index but haven't had an issue with the ones listed

[@cincinnatiking8008]

@@unclefreedom213 much appreciated!

[@TheCptnZ]

@@unclefreedom213 what about ak mags?

[@tomyoung8563]

The ability to scale up or scale down is important…. In my never humble opinion.

[@TheCDHenderson]

As of Feb 17, 2024 0600 CST they're $44.99 at Sportsman's

[@JR-ld1et]

Can those buckles handle carrying 18 mags tho

[@alejandroacosta1227]

I got a chest rig that is surplus Chinese from Vietnam era.

[@howardwatts4238]

This soundslike what i want to use but where do i get it and how do i put it together.

[@xforce708]

Wish I’d had this information two rigs ago. Lol.

[@Whflynn3]

Just picked up one of these and can'tseem to wrap my head around how the bungee/shock cord is run in the back of the pouches. Anyone have pics to help a guy out?

[@unclefreedom213]

it loops down one molle and up the next at a hard sewn point shoot me an email if this doesn't help or message me on either Facebook or Instagram and I will shoot you a message with a short video

[@LandseerNorth]

As a former Marine (77-97), 145#, 32 inch waist, I'm doubtful about the TAPS. From what I know, most Marines thought it was too expansive. There's a reason micro chest rigs are catching on. Also, a real battle belt works great when you're actually foot mobile infantry. Chest rigs became a thing as a result of vehicle borne operations. When I was in, we walked everywhere. You only rode in a vehicle if you were a casualty. Sheesh.

[@GWOTalchem]

08-16 rah, TAPs is the shit, rocked it IRL and recently replaced it with a new TAPs after considering everything the market has to offer. Also belt kits are the shit so long as you don’t have a big ruck, I love chest rigs when marching with a pack.

[@NPS69]

Homie you might want to do a little research, probably starting at the chicom chest rigs because they're old ass three cell rigs that definitely were not made for use in vehicles.

[@ExtremelyAverageMan]

@@NPS69 Type 56 are 3 cell. Type 81's are 4 cell

[@ahumblepoet]

Where did you buy the base tap?

[@unclefreedom213]

Sportsman Guide

[@joesashiify]

👍

[@loganburke659]

Where can I get an assault pouch with the Velcro on it ?

[@TreyConnor-lf3ll]

That flag is awesome!

[@unclefreedom213]

Savage Tacticians is who makes it

[@crb7799]

I just looked and that rig is almost $50 now. I saw that they are selling the repair kit by itself. Didn't look to see if it's still included with the rig

[@davidmiller3211]

That has the same flimsy setup that my USMC issued harness had for the battle belt

[@DEVN_357]

Great choice but still prefer my flc. Its also set up for mosin clips ahahahah

[@unclefreedom213]

Fair enough! I have a FLC video coming at the request of a bunch of Patriots on the channel

[@Mike-bq7go]

Helikon-Tex Range Line, Mini Rig all day long

[@brandonlee1292]

Do you have any links to these rigs and harnesses?

[@unclefreedom213]

Hit my linktree to check put the TAPs on Sportsmans guide. Trexarms.com for the harness

[@missyoujoel3275]

When my cheaper rig breaks while im larping and going to the range maybe then ill buy this

[@dylanholloway6983]

TAPS and FLC

[@ThePatriotParadox]

If it can't hold 6 M4 mag's etc, then its just a home defense rig? Or active shooter/range rig..... Were from?

[@42N8_1]

I prefer the gucci gear setups.

[@pewpewbbqs]

They removed your linktree account that you link to in your description

[@seanzawko09]

Where can you buy this rig

[@phaking2409]

Haa I had 20 mags in my vest but I didn't load them with ammo I'd die of being weighted down

[@JoeComfort585]

What is that battery container?

[@unclefreedom213]

Thyrm cell vault check out 2 videos back I cover them pretty in depth Battery Safety video

[@JoeComfort585]

Thank you I missed that video, I will check it out now!

[@JOESRQFLUSA]

FANNY PACK FOR MEN 👍😳😳👍

[@UsmcDevildog-rd1yt]

Anybody know of it will hold AK mags

[@GuardianComplex]

What's a good strap upgrade if I don't wanna give any money to TREX or his crazy cult?

[@unclefreedom213]

Hit up Free State Outfitters or order the Fat strap from Spiritus

[@GuardianComplex]

@@unclefreedom213 TY

[@Barnes-ml9wg]

Snagged one for $13. Shouldve got 2

[@Taco2therescue]

What’s your opinion on buying gear from temu

[@Native_love]

As of 2/18/2024 this is $45 on Sportsman's Guide. Might get it for my shotgun cards! If your problem can't be solved by a shotgun, then it can't be solved. ;-)

[@unclefreedom213]

keep an eye on them they go on sale a lot my new catalog showed 36

[@42N8_1]

16 AR mags?

[@unclefreedom213]

oh yeah its wild I can fit a ton on that setup. I don't most I ever run is 10 total between belt and gun. Just speaking to what's possible

[@jbazan11]

3 mags and 1 in the gun is better than nothing, my current rig has 12 on the plate and 1 in the gun. I do have a micro rig that’s always in my truck I’d rather have that than nothing at all.

[@WilliamRepsher]

So you are running around with 12 mags? I call bullshit.

[@RedForman22]

@@WilliamRepsher hey man everybody on KZbin is a “minuteman” operator, dude probably can’t even see his own bird from how fat he is 😂 12 mags these people are 🤡 we live in America haha

[@JohnJones-op8uf]

Sportsmans Guide, Now there's a JOKE!

[@chairmanofthebored6860]

TT MK4

[@jameywallace5010]

$57 is cheapest I can find it.

[@rab386]

eBay for 43

[@Greyghost477]

I use molle pouches from all over the world

[@3vil3lvis]

These are like omelets, put whatever you want in them.

[@eweb187]

Sound mixing on videos is awfully important. Viewers shouldn't have to turn the volume down during the intro and back up when you start talking. Something that separates high from low quality content is sound fidelity, levels, and of course video resolution. Good info, but it was tough to listen to.

[@Largepapa2]

They are $40 now so not really a deal. Better to get higher quality at that price

[@thatoneguy3590]

$40 to hold 8 mags and have modularity for almost anything vs $150-$200+ rigs that only hold 4 mags. Yea nah

[@MunitionsDudTester]

T-rex arms H-harness, backstrap, and HSGI bungees. Spent more money on that than the rig but it is 100% worth it. Reject modern, overpriced, "high-speed" kit. Return to milsurp. The ammomaxxing will continue until morale improves.

[@justincoleman9946]

That harness looks a lot like someone took an old ALICE harness, removed the shoulder padding, and replaced the snap hooks with plastic buckles. No wonder it's awful.

[@unclefreedom213]

That's spot on I cane up with the ALICE which had its shortcomings as well like modding the rear hooks to paracord so they didn't wreck your back under the kidney pad on the ruck. But the Y harness is pretty close except with less stability lol

[@traillesstravelled7901]

Inexpensive, but not cheap, mil surp, or arts and crafts project from garages, small companies, are my speed.

[@yakfishin4912]

Ok guys who is this type stuff for? Where or when would you really need this stuff?

[@ExtremelyAverageMan]

Every prepared citizen/patriot.

[@mrmicro22]

Everyone determines their own needs. I've never used my home insurance. I guess I don't need it.

[@ExtremelyAverageMan]

There ya go! I'll gladly take your home if you don't need it! I've never needed my car or motorcycle insurance, health insurance, or renter's insurance....I should offload all of that as well.@@mrmicro22

[@yakfishin4912]

So pretty much fantasy survival as always?

[@ExtremelyAverageMan]

@@yakfishin4912 know what else a FLC is good for? Backpacking, holding fishing gear, holding tools/gear while adventure riding (dual sports), holding paintball, airsoft, range larping gear AND combat gear if God forbid it came to. You're not an outdoorsman are you?

[@andresvalentinesantos8746]

doomsday loadout

[@TheLostAdventuress]

Show the rig and stop talking