Going back to ALICE

Going back to A.L.I.C.E. and for good reasons. I hated the UTG "Tactical " vest I had. Here is why. Actually the gear I'm calling A.L.I.C.E. gear is M -1956 L.B.E. but it is very similar so who am I to Split hairs?

[@johngalt6929]

Great video! Once you load up one those MOLLE vests with gear and ammo I find one's center of gravity way too high. It is much more comfortable to carry that weight around your waist on ALICE gear. Yes, those plastic vests are amazingly hot. Plus, in winter it makes a lot more sense to put an ALICE LBE rig over your winter clothes than wrapping a vest around your jacket killing all of the jacket's insulating properties.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

I could have sworn I had replied to your comment sir. My apologies. You make several great points. Thanks for sharing and increasing our collective knowledge. I never thought about the effect a vest would have on winter clothing.

[@tuckerbeckman6600]

Its great to see someone who is on the common mans level telling it how it is. Thanks for the video, and keep em coming!

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Thank you Tucker I will. There are many others on a variety of gear subjects. Thanks fro watching and I hope you'll subscribe and check out some of the others.

[@Detman101]

Gotta say, I appreciate you keeping it real and telling it how IT IS! I remember the same kinda days back in Florida when I had to decide which bills weren't gonna get paid. Stay up and stay strong man! Thank God trouble don't last always. Oh yeah...think I might ditch my tactical vest for the same reasons!

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Another thing I thought of after this video, is, with a vest and all those mag pouches, how big a target would we be in the prone position. Standing in a shoot out is asking to be shot. With all those pouches elevating the body up off the ground and because the pouches are primarily located over the abs I bet it would be difficult to aim the rifle. Unless your up on your elbows which makes an even bigger target for Mr. I ain't an American to shoot at. Not good. Po folks got Po ways but we can survive.

[@Detman101]

You're right! I hadn't thought of that since I've never gone prone in my vest. Don't have any ballistic weapons yet either but I can see where you're coming from.

[@RezToRealLife]

You rock Mack. I had the UTG on my wish-list purely because of cost. Now I'll be headed to the Army surplus store. Thanks for the post.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

I am glad you saw this video first. Total junk if you are serious. I just got an LBV-88 to replace the straps and man what a difference. I just uploaded a video today with it attached to the belt. It is awesome.

[@Mike82ARP]

Man, watching this brought back some memories. I'm looking for some new LBE and the newer stuff ain't impressing me. I had the same type of LBE back at Bragg in the 70's, except using a M16, not a M14. I loved resting the 16 on the right side mag pouch. Plus you could add one or two more pouches and increase your load out.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Thanks for sharing. Since this video I was given a set of LBV 88 shoulder straps/vest and so far have found them very comfortable. Haven't tried them out in hot weather yet. I also added two more mag pouches. Good luck finding something newer that will work for you.

[@earthsurfer13]

The best part of ALICE gear is that it is true gunslinger gear. Wear it up high, wear it down low, wear it how you want. It fits everyone. Modular in all aspects and dirt cheap to replace.

[@TOMTOM420fps]

love the vid. glad to hear your finances are better. I've been there and still am. its messed up how having a non violent record can ruin your way of earning a living which makes some ppl break the law again. im with ya, alice is the way to go, never been a fan of molle.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

+Tommy Pope only a few more months and it'll be off my M.V.R. so I could go back to driving. I haven't decided to as yet. Got a new job and it pays much better than my last two. Thanks for watching and the kind comment.

[@TOMTOM420fps]

+mackdaddy1911a1 Hey, tommy here again. you're welcome for the comment and the view. I'll probably sub after i watch a few more vids.im happy to see a fellow southerner on KZbin.

[@josephcolton2614]

The old ALICE gear is still serviceable, cheap and easy to find. If you absolutely want a tac vest, get yourself a used Blackhawk, Eagle or London Bridge vest.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

+Bumper Morgan thanks for watching and for the heads up on the gear.

[@vermontvermont9292]

Alice is the best. Less is more. Its crazy how much gear people carry these days. Since what...? 2005 ish they've added like 60lbs onto the average soldier? Alice gear was good, still works, and didn't need changing. You can find Alice stuff Brand new dated as late as 2003 even. For practically nothing. I've tried molle, chest rigs, even the lbv88e. All new. But guess what? I'm going going back back to ALICE ALICE.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Grizzly907LA , I just discovered your comment from 5 months ago. KZbin had it listed as Possible Spam . Some days I wanna Kick KZbin in the head. And to top it off it won't let me reply directly, so I hope you see this. Thanks for the heads up on the ALICE to MOLLE adapters, etc. I will keep those in mind if I acquire any new gear. Thank you very much.

[@timothybobbitt7994]

thanks for keepin it real. i myself am going back to Alice Alice Alice.. good video and god speed brother

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Thank you Timothy.

[@MrAzrancher]

I have always enjoyed my 782 gear (Marine Alice), it sets up great and adjusts to best wear and comfort I could never get in a vest. I prefer the "H" harness over the newer "Y" harness. The ammo pouches are truly multi purpose and carry a bevy of survival gear. Canteens can be added for hot weather. Butt bag carries food and "woobie". I have worn mine in the Corps during combat ops and as a civilian for hunting/camping/hiking. Modifies quickly, carries everything and you can remove it quickly and best of all go into a prone laying position comfortable. A must in hunting. The vest I have found (and worn) in close quarter tactical situations.....but for general field use it does not work well. I will always keep the ALICE 782 set up.

[@austinmichael406]

Another thing also is that Alice is kinda going up. A lot of people don't have surplus stores and some of them don't have Alice gear. And some online surplus stores have them. But to get the from there it's almost $100 to get a full web gear and less from store. Another thing too is that you have best videos and things that I agree. Keep up with the awesome work dude!!

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Austin Michael thank you. I will try, work allowing. I have a totally opposite schedule than I had before and a ton of mandatory overtime that is kicking my old butt. So the videos may be slow but I will keep them coming.

[@MrHappy4870]

I hear ya and am with ya. I got my ALICE gear and never looked back. MOLLE is a bit pricey and I'm STILL not convinced that it can handle the load an ALICE LC-2 system can handle. Plus, I carry a mix of civilian and military gear which ALICE can handle quite well with little or no modification.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Brian MrHappy i think to a degree we all carry a mix. I upgraded to an LBV 88 upper and in some ways it was an improvement. But damn at all the straps to attach it to the belt. Thanks for watching.

[@TheBackpackingSailor]

i agree with this, i had a similar vest and that dang this would not stay still, i couldnt adjust it to my fitting and it was hot, so now i use alice too

[@ml826]

I have gone back to the ALICE gear as well. Look into getting a ALICE SAW pouch. I have attached mine on the rear of my belt. Great way to carry a MRE or energy bars.

[@63viet]

I appreciate an honest KZbin like you. I hope your financial situation will improve next year. Good luck!!

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Thank you. it already has. I just started a new job. one of the reasons I haven't made any new videos lately. thanks for the kind comment.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Thank you. it already has. I just started a new job. one of the reasons I haven't made any new videos lately. thanks for the kind comment.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Thank you. it already has. I just started a new job. one of the reasons I haven't made any new videos lately. thanks for the kind comment.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Thank you. it already has. I just started a new job. one of the reasons I haven't made any new videos lately. thanks for the kind comment.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

+Vy Chi I had tried to answer you and my "Smart" phone said it couldn't post the reply. Apparently it is a "Dumb" phone.

[@MountainRaider]

i like your statements;you pointed negatives and affirmatives things on the gear.I had used ALICE gear too,when i was serving and later a vest.I don't like vest;i feel like i can move.I liked the ALICE because the ventilation is awesome.To modernize it i found that MALICE clips work great with the LC-2 pouches and some MOLLE pouches fit fine on the LC pistol belt. i will try to make a video of my set-up too. Hope things get better for you,i understand the difficulties(i'm 14 months without any permanent job...some times i found work for couple days but that's all...) All the best and take care!

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

+MountainMan thank you very much. My job situation has improved a lot since I published that video. I now have a steady job, decent pay and getting a lot of home time. I hope your situation also improves. I hope you will do a video and publish it. I am still learning and try to keep an open mind about new gear and new ways of doing things. I have went through many mods since this video, including adding and LBV 88 harness/vest to the belt. I hope you will find more videos on our channel that you like. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@WastelandSeven]

ALICE gear has one other advantage over a lot of the MOLLE gear (at least vests anyway) in that being modular, if any part wears out, you can replace just it. If the suspenders wear out or otherwise get damaged, you replace only the suspenders, or the belt, or the buckles. On most of the vests I've seen if something in the suspension system gets torn up, you have to trash the vest. And the vests that don't have Velcro still have plastic adjustment turnbuckles which is not optimal.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

I had not thought of that but it makes perfect sense .

[@buffalo1a1]

Omg!, I thought I was the only one of the "old farts" that loved alice. I carried her in the late 80's and early 90's and still carry her today. I have spent lots of time and money on some of this "tacticool" crap that is out there,and I tell ya ALICE is still the best imho. I believe you may have started a video trend. good luck on the job front. Thanks for the video

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

buffalo1a1 thanks for the comment man. Yeah us Old Farts got to stick together. I love Ole Alice like I love my Rifle, Ole Betsy and my 1911. Tough and like John Wayne toilet paper don't take crap off young wipper snappers. thanks for watching.

[@shaydeinsun]

I don't know...MOLLE/PALS offers far more customization and seems more versatile. What is so great about the ALICE stuff?

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

shaydeinsun It's dirt cheap, tough and reliable. Plus it's a cooler setup because it doesn't trap body heat in your core. I bought everything displayed in this video cheaper than just a plate carrier or tactical vest. And yes I replaced the belt and H harness since this video was published. I could buy an entire A.L.I.C.E. belt order and Large pack with frame and fanny pack for less than half the price of a new large MOLLE ruck. Besides I run only one rifle, or one shotgun. Don't need the versatility it offers. Not knocking it just don't need MOLLE.

[@shaydeinsun]

I had meant that for a vest that MOLLE was in my opinion the way to go, The FLC's have mesh in them so they are somewhat breathable. I agree that MOLLE rucks are stupid expensive and that ALICE packs are great especially for the price. I also prefer the ALICE belt to any MOLLE pistol belt. I'm gonna run an FLC with an ALICE style belt w/modified shoulder straps.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

shaydeinsun Good deal. Wasn't trying to step on your toes. I didn't know exactly what you meant and was giving a few of the benefits as I see it vs MOLLE. Thanks for watching and adding to the conversation and to our base of knowledge. Do you have any videos of your set up. I am always trying to improve my gear.

[@justinsomerset5587]

I totally agree. Yeah man, same problem, 5' 3/4 (5'7 in combat boots) 160 now I'm working out again. Stuff just don't fit! And here in AZ any vest, mesh or not , is too damn HOT in the f-ing desert! Went back to my good old suspenders too. Can adjust pouches to my liking and there are more different and weird pouches out there if anyone looks. Alice packs, particularly the medium with frame is so much better than molle. I've talked to a lot of infantry guys who agree, have ditched the molle, particularly after breaking that ridiculous plastic frame, and gone back to an alice pack. Lets not mention the price difference. I can do a whole LCE harness set-up with pouches and canteens at surplus store prices for what ONE freekin Molle pouch goes for retail! Totally awesome vid, thanks! and yes..I remember when that and wild thing were brand new..I must be old too. LOL

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

I couldn't remember all the words but it's one of those tunes that sticks with you. Here in Georgia it's the damned humidity. I've been to Arizona many times over the years. Mainly to the Phoenix area and over near Globe. Love Arizona. Hope to go to GUN Site someday.By the way My gear is still a work in progress. I got a Medium Alice pack and a few other odds and ends. Trying to get it all so it'll work with Ole Betsy my M1A. Thanks for watching.

[@justinsomerset5587]

mackdaddy1911a1 Heck yeah! There's lots of good fishing, plinking and camping spots here. Holler next time yer here with a layover for a day and we'll take you out. I was so inspired bu the vid, though I have my 80's nylon Alice (same story as you), I had to go out and round up some canvas M1956 over the last month and try it all out! I hope I didn't get ripped too hard. Belt $9, field pack $12, WWII canteen cover $5, Arctic canteen and cover $9, spaghetti sleeping carrier straps $7, Field pack adapter $9, and I had to pay $25 for long size suspenders on Ebay, nothing but Medium in the stores here, maybe they're shrunk a bit, but just a bit too short for me even with pack and ammo pouches on either side. Seems weird since I'm 5'7, but long fits good. Some of it was un-issued "New" and really green, but all of it had green copper oxide. Cleaned up quick with CLP. Re-blued the metal with one of those cheap Birchwood Casey gun blue pens. Then I hit it all with two layers of spray can water proofer to seal the blue and see if I can conquer the rot problem. It doesn't seem too heavy. I do have an AR so I have two M1967 20rd pouches but I would like to get some canvas. Didn't they make an intermediate "Universal" pouch that would fit either Betsy or a 16? Where's a good place to get M1956 if you know? Also, I keep my 1911 in an old nylon M9 alice (Bianchi) holster & I dug out an old WWI double mag pouch I got a long time ago for $7 to use with it. What is that one you use on your rig?

[@justinsomerset5587]

mackdaddy1911a1 BTW, I've been zippin through your channel and see a 30 second video on your CFP-90 pack, and you've mentioned you've got a Medium. Can we Please Please please have one of your cool review on Alice packs? I've seen Georgia Outfitters website has the ALICE manual put up, but most you tube videos have all sorts of goofy vids on them. Can we please see something more Mack daddy practical? Thanks - all the vids are great!

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Justin Somerset I'll see if (work permitting) if I can have that done by friday. By the way I took your advice and added a pad to the belt. DUDE! That worked like a freaking charm. Thanks for the heads up on that. Plus it gives me more real estate to add or move stuff around on the belt. I'll Do a video on that too.Thanks again.

[@Pauliey365]

Ya know Sir remind me of my friend I work with on Post. The Old Man (47 years old) always talks about when he was an 68W and talking about his TA-50 being the best thing ever... lmfao. I like the video.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

I guess there has to be something to getting old. All us old timers agree it was better back when. Thanks for watching I'm glad it made you laugh.

[@vermontvermont9292]

I will ONLY use Alice gear. I just got some m56 H suspenders like you're wearing . I would also like to inform others here, that. ONLY USE USGI ALICE GEAR. That rothco rep stuff is junk.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

+Eldon Austin-bradley I agree get the real deal.

[@w.o.v.0104]

Can’T go wrong with Web gear 👍by the way nice M14 👍 by the way get you the military 9 mm holster that has a flat it also fits 45 1911 if it’s loose get you some nylon thread and use your imagination on how to make it fit your needs and the good thing is that you can switch it from right or left-handed I like the M 56 web gear I also have a set myself as my primary gear

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

This is an old video. I still use the belt but added an LBV 88 a couple of years ago that a viewer sent to me. I like it but I miss the ease of getting the shoulder straps on and off. The 14 is now in an EBR Chassis and I have a new Colt Combat Unit 1911. It rides in a thigh rig. The suspension is made by Blackhawk and the holster is a SOC . I just don't have enough real estate to put the holster on my belt. I do not like the leg rig though. Just don't have anywhere else for it. The 4 mag pouches on the belt take up so much room if I am wearing a pack . No room left.

[@opalprestonshirley1700]

Never tried the vest. The ALICE system is still in use with many people and they love it. I've use the ALICE system and love it they are inexpensive and can still be found with little trouble. So enjoy and hope all works out for you. Thanks.

[@user-ky1di8xe3i]

We still run the old alice gear in Aus, its good shit, i love it

[@mac61rhify]

Mackdaddy, look into the LBV version of that rig your wearing, it's a load bearing vest or LBV, you can move things around, and add things. I carry my original U.S.M.C. KA-BAR on the opposite of yur'n. It also fits under the ALICE pack. The LBV is lighter, breathable, and more adjustable. Hope this helps. Email me, let me know how it works out. I'll keep watching brother. Sempre Fi

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

I saw a set the other day and kicked myself for not getting it to try. I went back a week later and it was gone. I'll keep looking and give it a try. Thanks for the advice and for watching.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Thank you thank you. I will check into that. Who knows maybe Santa will hook me up. Steady looking for a better job. thanks for the info and for watching. Good luck with your set up.

[@byronclark9188]

Makes me glad I got my gear at clothing issue store before leaving the service

[@riverrat2993]

I MADE A MAG BAG OUT OF 2 LC-2 M-16 MAG POUCHES. I TOOK OFF THE SLIDE LOCK KEEPERS. USED A PIECE OF PARACORD TO TIE THE TWO POUCHES TOGETHER AFTER I TOOK THE GRENADE HOLDERS THAT WOULD TOUCH EACH OTHER OFF. THEN I ADDED A GP ADJUSTABLE STRAP WITH THE HOOKS AT THE ENDS TO GO THROUGH THE TWO HOLES ON THE POUCHES .MEANT TO HOOK THE SUSPENDERS TO.GOT A SLUNG CANTEEN THAT GOES WITH THAT. AND A FIRST AID/COMPASS POUCH LOCKED ONTO THE STRAP. NICE LIGHT SET UP.NOW I KEEP ALL THE B.S. YA NEED TO LIVE IN AND ON MY PACK. AND THE BASIC NECESSITIES SLUNG LIKE A PURSE. WORKS GREAT! NO NEED TO WEIGHT 150 POUNDS EXTRA RUNNING AROUND.

[@justinsomerset5587]

LOL, don't feel so bad, I also coughed up $79 for a 10-22 Butler Creek hotlips mag at the height of the ban when I was dirt poor at the time too. Yeah it hurt, didn't it! I had gotten one before that for only $20, but by then you just couldn't find anymore anywhere. Man I love those mags! Yeah, they're $20 now again, but the new ones just don't seem the same quality. I bought 2 more as soon as they started making them again but they broke quickly. Still got the two originals, still use them, still feed, still work perfectly with my speed loader, so its no waste.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Glad that ban is over. Need to buy some more for Ole Betsy while I can. Beats the hell out of paying 75 or more for one in the future. Thanks for watching.

[@Dom-py2ow]

"It's like a big titty gal runnin' without a sports bra! She gon' get knocked out!" Lmao, great video man. The subscribe button was hit right away.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Yeah buddy, I laugh every time I watch it too. Thanks for subbing and for watching.

[@itsnodawayitustabe5654]

I feel the same way about modern tac-vests I actually believe soldiers of the Vietnam era were allowed to fight more unencumbered

[@moradisslessadat7171]

I can get on board with most of your top 10 against the vest, but you can't fault the gear for for frame being too small for it.

[@floydvaughn836]

We combat Munchkins CAN fault any gear that we can't adjust to fit US, not Ahnode Schwartzkopf

[@WaistlandSurvival]

Alice gear is the BEST!! There is absolutely NOTHING that can stop it, and I don't get why people like the tacticool MOLLE gear when the old Alice gear does the job 100% better.

[@LandseerNorth]

Great video. I wore Alice in the Marines from 77 to 97. Experimenting with MOLLE now, but trying to keep everything as minimal as possible (small chest rigs with a war belt). I used foam spacers also, to raise my AR mags up in the ChiCom type 56 and 81 chest rigs. Thanks again. Semper Fi.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

thanks for watching and sharing. But most of all thanks for serving.

[@eldorkpistolero1555]

I'm going to start investing into Alice

[@MTwoodsrunner]

"The Damm Thing Is Hot" LOL...one of my youtube favorites I was in the army in 1970-72 aqnd we used the m1956 web gear....i still use it! i currently own three incomplete sets and one complete set. i love the looks i get from the high speed, low drag, speedo wearing tree huggers...always makes me smile....woods

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Don't forget limp wristed , soft hand, sissies. LOL., Thank you for your service SIR. If you served in Vietnam...Welcome home. Now let's go piss on Hanoi Jane..

[@itsnodawayitustabe5654]

The ALICE was developed specifically for weight reduction, the army lost that doctrine when they went "Tacti-Derp" with the MOLLE. This video is probably that best way that I can demonstrate my anger at this man's modern Army. I'm currently leaving the army and it feels like a divorce but goddammit I've seen too many friends get broken by it without even seeing combat they want soldiers now to fight the enemy with 60-80 lbs on their shoulders. The Army drastically shifted from trying to reduce the fighting load of the soldier to doubling the fighting load, I suspect the DOD only started this policy of issuing 50 lb armor everybody to make sure there were considerably less combat fatalities but with ulterior motives. Lets be honest the Military had Barely enough troops to fight Iraq and Afghanistan, if casualty rates were as high as Vietnam then with no draft it would have been a disaster, BUT IS IT RIGHT TO ORDER A LIMITED NUMBER OF SOLDIERS TO PATROL UP RIDGES OF 60 DEGREES PLUS INCLINE IN 100 DEGREE HEAT WITH UPWARDS OF 70 LBs ON A DAILY BASIS ON A 15 MONTH DEPLOYMENT. The original issued MOLLE even had faulty ball and socket attachment that no doubt injured numerous men's backs. If you don't believe me look up what soldiers had to endure in up in Nuristan and Kunar READ Jake Tapper's THE OUTPOST there's an LT in that book that would've gotten his ass fragged for what he put his platoon through had he been in Vietnam or watch the video here on KZbin of soldiers in Iraq boots melting

[@squidog94]

If you want a more comfortable yoke system get your hands on a surplus load bearing vest, remove the shoulder harness, thread the straps from ALICE suspenders into the shoulder harness hardware, and replace the metal belt clips with 550 cord. If you want to go the extra mile take a surplus foam sleeping mat and cut a belt pad out of it and secure it to the inside of the pistol belt with 100mph tape once all the pouches are attached. Keeps the metal ALICE clips from digging into your side and offers a little added floatation for creek crossings etc.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

That is a great idea. I'LL look around and see if I can find those items. I do love You Tube. God knows I don't know everything and when I see genius at work I pay attention. Thanks for the information.

[@squidog94]

No worries. Friend of mines dad was Naval Special Warfare back in the late 80s and 90s and they had some pretty ingenious rigs. My old setup was what I described but I replaced the back panel of the LBV with a ALICE buttpack which places it up off the belt line to the mid back so you can use the belt space for a E&E kit or medical pouch. I still have some photos if you want me to email them to you I would be happy to.

[@cattledog901]

Brandon Squires I would love to see some pics if you had them!

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

THEKINGOFMETROPOLIS King of Metropolis? Do you live near Metropolis IL. ? Or are you a Superman fan? I've been past it many times on my way to Chicago or on my way to the west coast on I-24.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Brandon Squires Yes I would love to see those pictures. I replied to another viewer about the pictures then realized my mistake. KZbin has got to stop smoking crack. Us old people can't keep up. Google plus is a pain in the neck. [e-mail].

[@enoorkoiv]

Thank You, good presentation Sir.....

[@AJwiththeAK]

Love your videos man. Quick question though. How do you mount the kabar to the harness?

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Andrew Denman Tape and 550 para cord.

[@AJwiththeAK]

Thanks. I just need paracord that's not bright neon yellow.

[@TheUnclefester13]

going back to alice myself bro. got a molley gear vest and it's not as good as my alice gear is to me. the grenade launcher was an m 203 if I remember right. great video bro.

[@MrTangent]

Great and very lively review. I have a lot of MOLLE/PALS gear but I am going to buy some surplus ALICE gear for hiking as the suspenders/belt is a nice go-between when I don't want or need the extra weight of a full pack. And backpacks are hot! Btw, are you from Georgia? You remind me of a co-worker from there. I'm in Missouri. Ever get a better job, or still doing handyman stuff?

[@MrTangent]

Nevermind, you just answered the Georgia comment. Should've waited til the end. I like your DIY spirit with the fabricated cell phone case on your gun, btw. Great job.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

I thought I had replied to your comment already. Yes I got a better job then one better than that. Not great mind you but good enough that I decided not to go back over the road. Home every day and every weekend. One day I hope to up grade to more modern gear but for now ALICE is getting the job done. Thanks for watching.

[@MrTangent]

mackdaddy1911a1 My pleasure. I enjoy your videos. Glad your employment situation has improved. I wish you well in the future, good Sir.

[@campfiretrickery]

Mackdaddy i tell you what you looked like a well decorated Xmass tree with all the ornaments and bells and whistles with that vest on . I know what you mean by getting burned on a gun show buy . I bought a drop leg thigh holster for my army issue 1911 .It had all the same issues Velcro and plastic belt buckles didn't take me long to scrap the darn thing . Went back to the only thing i know the shoe string , and bubblegum and duck tape budget of home-brew gear that all ways gets the job done .

[@zodiaksplacis4088]

nice to hear words about ALICE, i have some one - as the failing hooks are the pain in the ass in the battlefield ;) but they are really the minor problem compared to the MOLLE sound and heat problem - the winter camo is not so big problem, as the wests could be produced at any camo u need

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

I found a video by SilentThunder85 and in it he demonstrated how to tie the clips so the pouches don't fall off. Thanks for watching.

[@floydvaughn836]

Rangerize it. Strip as much metal as possible from the belt AND suspenders. Use 550 cord for belt adjustment. Use 550 cord to secure harness. One place to keep ALICE clips is on the buttpack, in case it's to be removed for rucking. Ammo and canteen pouches can be secured by weaving the cord through the holes in your belt. Almost as good as molle gear, lighter than clips, and no hot spots. Or get some zip ties, along with lots of spares.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Yep, don't want to drone on and on....No no got to let it all out so even if the concept of the video is boring maybe the manner isn't. Thanks for watching.

[@Grizzly907LA]

I have the opposite situation. I am a big guy. 6'1" 250 lbs and I have a hard time finding stuff that fits me because some it is too damn small. I like the ALICE gear stuff as well, have an ALICE pack with the wildcat mod, and am going to get my load bearing equipment dialed in as a woodland day hike pack. MOLLE isn't bad gear and the UTG vest blows chunks. However there are molle chest rigs in which you can position the gear however you want it. I know you can't afford it right. I don't get a lot of money in and I have to either save, wait for the price of some things to go down and buy a piece at a time. MOLLE and ALICE gear are surprisingly interchangeable. You can even buy ALICE to MOLLE adapters. I hope your situation changes for the better and that you can get a good job soon. Its a shame that you can't go back to school and learn a new set. Good video. Whatever you do, don't let a crappy UTG chest rig get you down on MOLLE gear! PS: Pardon my ignorance but what type of rifle is that?

[@MrTangent]

Appears to be an M-14.

[@floydvaughn836]

M1 A. Springfield semi auto version of the M14.

[@vegasheatx]

Men and their fantasies and toys.......great video....

[@jmyersv1]

+Tyrone Shoelace They are saying there are Syrians fighting with fucking FG-42s and MP44s with Nazi markings on them, some in pretty good condition. Who knows what war will be in the future...

[@vk10024520]

recently, june15th 2016?, the had footage of them using nazi 88's flak guns in syria.

[@jgrogan02]

LOL, Nice job 1911, fortunatly for me my vest is made from webbing and does quite well even loaded with gear. But more importantly sorry to hear about your job, but something tells me a guy with your energy and ability wont be doing improvement/maintenance for long. Keep um coming shade tree :-}

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Thank you. If the air conditioning unit hadn't screwed up an earlier take It would have been better.

[@paulyman345]

Staying true brother. F ing loved it. Alice!

[@455cui]

total agree with you

[@oldfrogdivin8534]

I have a BW xdraw vest IMO the only thing it's suited for is counter piracy ops I used it several times and it was a good set up for that. Im running a battle belt with condor suspenders much better for my use now. I used to have LBE gear but the damn metal clips always rusted out (marops stuff). Enjoyable video im subbin!

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Thank you. I looked into the battle belt and nearly choked when I saw the price. Don't remember the manufacturer. I just received a LBV 88 from a viewer this week and it is a great improvement over the standard straps. Thanks for watching and subbing.

[@kurtbaier6122]

Good reasons to dislike a vest rig no matter what gun you run. Except for the Ranger 1990s combat vest, the UTG is a 30 minute breaching rig, not a combat rig. In another vid of yours you were having trouble wearing the LC2 with the large ALICE pack. When doing so the belt must come higher than the waist and only hold magazine pouches in the front. Probably could attach your knife and a combat dressing to the belt as well while rucking. The shoulder pads should be slick, no knife etc, while rucking. One downfall of the Ruck is , the heavier it is, it moves away from the beefier part of your shoulder muscles. The fix is easy. A sternum strap can be easily be made and sewn in place. For patrolling its fine to be loaded down like the Clampets on their way to Hollywood, but not when rucking. Airborne would jump with many of the pouches attached and fill them on the ground. On my pack straps and LC2 suspenders I have a quick attach for the butt of my AR. Adding anything more to two sets of shoulder pads around your neck is a no go. Supporting the butt of the long gun with the shoulder strap is a huge benefit imho. I bring along a 2 point sling in my pocket or buttpack for certain applications. Being able to quick detach the long gun also allows for opposite shoulder transition. Your knife and extra pouch appears in the way for left fighting from cover. Dropping pack right now is helpful not not a game changer during a lethal encounter. If someone's skills are lacking to prevent a surprise, it will not change the out come of a sniper or ambush. Whether alone or in a small squad, you can't afford to leave behind any gear or supplies, unless it is to assault or ambush the ambushers. It would be helpful to know your particular mission, what you think you would be facing or what you would be doing. Best be cacheing resupply items. I know we talked some about the WW2 Ruck not weighing more than 40 lbs. I am in training to carry wt now that I am on the other side of back surgery. My battle rattle will not exceed 15 lbs: LC2 rig, ammo, water, etc, and firearms. My Ruck will not exceed 35 lbs. that's a total of 50lbs except for clothes and footwear. At 63 years old, that's enough. The video I did on the Paint Your ALICE Pack, and DIY ALICE Frames, showed the medium pack with two sustainment pouched attached and a 18 oz frame sheet with an aluminum stay. The DIY frame sheet, pack and two pouches weight a total of 5 lbs. I happened to have positioned two 1" webbing compression straps on the large ALICE pack which allowed me to also snap attach the MOLLE sustainment pouches to the bottom webbing and the top compression strap. I have not weighed the large yet. All my modifications that required sewing to gear or packs were down with a home sewing machine, 18 gauge TopStitch sewing needle, and heavy duty thread. No machine, find someone who will do it for you, or see if a Tailor will do it. Supplies can be found locally. Plenty of webbing and buckles at goodwill stores on carry bags, etc for cheap. Walmart does carry replacement buckles. A can of spray paint changes black to desired color. Don't paint male end buckles as they become difficult to insert. Your sleep sleep system is to big. Have you tried firing your weapon prone with your pack on? One of the big complaints with newer military packs was soldiers could not lift up their heads without hitting the pack because it extends up to high. Your bedroll may have the same effect. Again, I have a Wiggy's bag for cold temps. One is a 20F and the other a 0F. I will only be bring one for my wife. I run a 2lb sleeping bag from Walmart. For milder temps I run a woobie, and poncho. I pack a 4 oz SOL Mylar bivvy sack to plus up temp range of either system. Both systems can be combined. The woobie has snaps added to configure it into a bag or 3 sided shelter, and a 14-16" zipper in the Middle so I can where it with or without the poncho. I my wife is static and safe, and it's really cold I can fit the Compressed Wiggy's bag in the medium pack. Layering is not just for clothing but also for your sleep system. I like your vids brother. Stay safe.

[@ronaldrobertson2332]

I realize this is several years ago, but I've gone back to my ALICE gear myself. Tried going to other sorts of gear, but I always came back to my LC-2 gear because of its simplicity. All the other stuff I tried wouldn't fit my "oversized" 60-year old frame anyway.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Still running it with the exception of an LBV88 that replaced the H harness. It has advantages and disadvantages but it works. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@floydvaughn836]

Check out the FLC? I have a Condor H harness and belt as well. Both work quite well since I found Alice to MOLLE adapters for my S.O.B. After 15 + years there's no way I'm getting rid of it. For Mack Daddy: have you tried any tactical seat panels in your truck or POV? I'm biting on a 5.11 hexgrid tomorrow. If I can get in and out via Semi, LOL LMFAO. have a good.

[@Doggieman1111]

The fact that it's not real MOLLE PALS webbing would, ipso facto, have caused me avoid this item

[@austinmichael406]

I heard that the pistol belt should be up on your belly button. And it should be on your hip bone

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Austin Michael I heard the same thing and after stomping around the woods I have to say thisway is tiring me out. I think I am going to adjust the straps up so it is above my pelvis and see how it rides. Thanks for the input.

[@tongueprowler]

I like the alice gear also this new gear is noisy

[@alexsheehan9029]

hey i have some problems with my alice mainly in fitting it correctly do you have any idea on how to properly adjust them

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Sorry for the late reply I just started a newe job and have been out of town. Check out my playlist Going Back To ALICE. I have a short series of videos on building the belt order. It isn't easy but it is worth the trouble, here is a link. I hope it is helpful. kzbin.info/aero/PLLsNifs4wsD9pkoArvL-XpgXill7QBY-E

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

YOLOYOOPER FUN i have never tried it. However I need the capability to drop the pack in a hurry so I need the quick release the original straps offer.

[@HappyPrepper123]

Hahaha...excellent! Love the enthusiasm.

[@jamesking7541]

mackdaddy, when the money situation get better you might want to try this. look on ebay for whats called a molle flc and they make alice molle adapters so that you can use your alice pouches, and also a k bar adapter,, This is what i am going to do for my set up

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Thanks man. Ain't nothing but a thang. One of the little UPS and downs of life. I'll be alright. Got you email and will check it out. Thanks.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Yep a brain freeze for sure. I remembered it after I stopped the camera. That was a perfect moment for someone to Duh me.

[@shadomane]

That vest is a piece of junk....I made the same mistake

[@shaydeinsun]

Why didn't you both just buy a MOLLE FLC? Throw a pistol belt with suspenders on underneath and you're gravy.

[@shadomane]

Yeah I did that afterwards

[@almanicholls]

I cant freakin wait to see vid of yur down barrel cell mount that u talked bout at 14:12 into this vid. shootem up brother

[@riverrat2993]

YOU SEE WHERE YOUR MAG POUCHES FOR YOUR RIFLE ARE? MOVE THEM MORE TO YOUR SIDES. YOU WANT THE FRONT OPEN.

[@pdmftw1]

where can i get an alice system that is inexpensive?

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Any surplus store. A lot of pawn shops have it. The internet, Ebay.

[@99hockeynhl]

Dale gribble is that you? is that me?

[@TRDouble9]

Plus, your old vest is for winter.

[@tonymoon5331]

Enjoyed

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Thanks.

[@tonymoon5331]

Im finding myself leaning towards minimalist type gear

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

The more I work with it the more I agree. What type are you looking at ?

[@tonymoon5331]

Actually what you have appeals to me. Right now I have a large A.L.I.C.E. But I want to scale down for 2 maybe 3 day excursions.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

I have seen guys eliminate the pack and just attach stuff directly to the frame. Bed roll, water, rope and an A.L.I.C.E. butt pack for food ect. Thinking of trying that myself and lay depots with supplies so I'm not vulnerable and can resupply on the run IF needed.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

I know I have responded to your comment but it's not showing up. My brothers and I have lived in many places with those six legged free loaders. We would cut their heads off , put them under a glass jar and wait to see how long they would live. Best of luck to you my friend.

[@robbyjett5433]

I love this video dude !

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

thanks. I enjoyed making it. I enjoyed getting rid of that vest too.

[@TRDouble9]

When the house burn live in the car are for 2 months. Now, I being live in places where 1000's of non-paying 6 leg residents. And it good place to right.

[@spicecrop]

Hope you got a better job now and aren't strapped for cash. I know what it's like. Good luck.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Not really but we are hanging in there. My ole lady got a job last year and that helped a lot. Still on the back burner for at least another year before I can go back to driving. I don't miss it that much any more ...well not the BS. I do miss the money and the trucks.

[@spicecrop]

mackdaddy1911a1 Well I hope things get better for you real soon. I have gone through some really hard years too so I know how bad it can get you down. I enjoyed your vid. Hang in there brother, Don't froget to pray. Things can turn around over night sometimes.

[@poolee77]

Most tactical vests are absolute shit. Just go full on armor/plate carrier (they're more stable) or wear a belt kit.

[@MrB17bomber]

i agree all those tactical vests just look hot. and yeah Velcro is noisy.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

I haven't tried many of them but I think that is probably the case. thanks for watching.

[@obsidianet]

You will probably be velcroing under fire so sound probably isn't going to be an issue.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

obsidianet sound is always an issue while on patrol or laying in ambush. It can make you or break you. Opening one of the pouches to reload in a fight is one thing but what I was talking about is before the fight begins. That velcro crunches with every move. Yep it sucks.

[@vermontvermont9292]

I'm going going back back to Alice Alice.

[@nathanflecke3273]

how offten do you catch on fire? lol joking with ya

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Hopefully never, but... Thanks for watching.

[@nathanflecke3273]

lol but if you do you dont have to worry by the way where do you get your surplus items

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

nathan flecke There is a large surplus store in Chattanooga Tn. We sometimes visit. I have found a lot of it at thrift stores. Ask any woman and more than likely they can tell you where the best ones are at in your area. EBAY also is a good place to look. Price compare before you buy.

[@nathancoohon5690]

Love my LBE !

[@ymp5000]

You still got that vest?

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

+ymp5000 yes I do. Kimo wanted to use it as a cardio work out weighted vest. It's still sitting in the closet. If you are still interested I can ask her if i can send it to you. Women are strange about that kinda crap and for the sake of peace and quiet I'll find out first.

[@ymp5000]

mackdaddy1911a1 LOL! copy that. Where abouts do you live?

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

ymp5000 ok I got her approval to get rid of it. How's ten bucks sound. Including a belt. The cheesy holster it came with is long gone. I live in North west Georgia.

[@ymp5000]

mackdaddy1911a1 NO WAY!!! I live near Athens! $10 sounds great. Find out how much it will cost to ship and message me your address and I will mail you a money order.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

+ymp5000 Okay sounds good. it'll be Monday before I can ship it out cause I work all the way through the weekend. but I'll get it boxed up and weighed so it's ready to go.

[@kirbymoffatt9610]

I'm ,5'8" and it was a skirt on me

[@shadomane]

If you want a good vest stay with the molle LBE

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

Oh yeah. You know me well though we have never met. I am NOT one to accept second best or well enough for long. Started putting in trucking apps Saturday. Hope to hear something soon. If not, in 7 months it'll be a year since the ticket then they won't even care. Slowest truck I have ever driven (62 mph max) and the biggest speeding ticket I ever got. 52 in a 30 zone out in the middle of nowhere TN. 22 over. 14 is the limit to keep your job. Oh well.

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

That's my kind of fixes. If you can't duck it f*** it.

[@GrnEagle1]

hi mac daddy green eagle here. yes that shit is hot. but i bought US issue tac vest. not so hot. i'll send you an email brother. sorry to hear about your job.

[@kirbymoffatt9610]

Lol me too brother hot hot hot yuup it's plastic. Went back to a gen 2 Alice

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

It may not beperfect but it is better than the latest "Wonder LBE".

[@kirbymoffatt9610]

@@mackdaddy1911a1 I prefer it to modern chest rigs being a guy with a gut and chest rigs don't let me get flat

[@mackdaddy1911a1]

@@kirbymoffatt9610 hell the way some folks load the chest rigs down with pouches, neither can they. Look like a seesaw.

[@kirbymoffatt9610]

@@mackdaddy1911a1 butt pack and a mag pouch adjusting the corset is a pain in the ass but we'll worth it. My three day bag and ass pack carries bout everything I need

[@dannyhinkle1757]

utg gear actually sucks.

[@63viet]

Cheap Chinese made. I would spend more money and get the real thing. Thanks for your video.

[@bangsdagong]

military shit....thats the stuff!!!!!!

[@stalkeralf]

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