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[@azmaddog6]

My son is also AF SF. He has been in just less than 6 years. I forwarded this video to him so if there are some ideas he hasn't seen he may want to incorporate them. Thanks for the video!

[@tacbear]

14 year USAF Security/25 year LEO SWAT....lots of hours Kitted Up!! Good info in the VID!

[@tacbear]

@Emmanuel Goldstein I was never taught to dehumanize the Enemy. My best officers were ex Military and Highly Disciplined!!

[@TheInfantry98]

@Emmanuel Goldstein that’s cuz it’s very necessary during combat operations since having Feelings for the enemy will get us or our brother in arms killed. We didn’t have time for that feelings bullshit during OEF as an Infantrymen

[@TheKnightWatch365]

@Emmanuel Goldstein I swerved in the military and I feel like i would do a better job than some of these cops out here with no military experience

[@PreparedAirman]

@Emmanuel Goldstein I can tell you have zero experience being Law Enforcement or being Military because your statement is far from the truth.

[@EQ9962]

Good call keeping the back slick in a hooptie (patrol car) all day. Wearing gear on your back plays havoc on you over the years. Not wearing that kit on your back will help mitigate the damage. After 25 years on the job plus 14 in the Corps. My back if freaking jacked… I remember as a young copper seeing the veteranos limping around and complaining about their backs. I get it now!!!

[@domenickdecocco3343]

Thanks for sharing! On the subject of PC’s, my neighbor spotted me doing kettlebells in my PC in the yard about a week back. I have a privacy fence but he must of caught a glimpse of me at some point. He was intrigued to say the least. Two days back he tells me he got a set of ar500 coming in the mail.

[@aholesahole]

Did you tell him to get a refund and to not use steel plates?

[@domenickdecocco3343]

@@aholesahole haha just glad he got something.

[@danielhaikkila3056]

Hey Domenick that's awesome man! Hope that opportunity really bears fruit in some worthwhile way👍

[@Detailfreaks23]

Did you tell him the dangers of the ar500 plates how they can/will fragment up into your neck/face

[@PreparedAirman]

A1 Mobile Detailing... Jump on the bandwagon...

[@American_Veteran]

First I am Army originally supply (don't judge) but we were always used for everything under the sun. Convoys, patrols, counter IED, PPD, etc. I use the Mayflower APC with a D3CR chest rig, but same as you found the large has more room for gear. I did find the blue force micro trauma insert fits the rigs GP pouch just right. Same as you I keep the back slick except two sets of flex cuffs. During one deployment I was detainee transport and we only used flex cuffs just to make hand off easy. Our basic load is 7 mags for M4 and on PPD we would carry additionally 3 for M9. I did some changes to the vest: 1. changed the cummerbund for a breeze combat with first spear tubes. 2. Added a velcro zipper for the top admin pouch. 3. added clips for a tactical taylor removable pack, for when I do have to preform foot patrols.

[@BigJDinSC]

Nice vid. I run a dangler pouch in the front for admin items/boo-boo kit. LOVE the cuff-key lanyard on your setup.

[@votemikejones86]

ASP makes a "scarab cutter" you should check out for the flex cuffs. Cuts well and is designed to protect the person with the cuffs from any unintentional damage.

[@vihavoittamaton849]

There are a ton of videos about plate carrier setups but this I looked forward to. I have some perspective about how to set up gear like for some load bearing vests I used in the military but plate carriers are somewhat different. Nice to get some more info and detail!

[@maxspath]

Been subbed for a while now, really like the content. Always good to see common sense approaches to this stuff, without all the flashy BS. Keep doing what your doing man.

[@mma709]

I also always have a swat-T because they work great with kids, plus they come in 5ft band and you can cut it into 3ft sections and can be use for more people

[@daconqueror101]

Dude this is awesome. Realistic setup for your job. Not cookie cutter like so many others.

[@BloodAndBourbon]

Great video ! As a civilian thanks for all your info I’m sure it helps a lot of us out !

[@BloodAndBourbon]

If you happen to read this let me know if you recommend the ar500 testudo or agilite k19???? Thanks !!!

[@aquila3958]

immediately knew this guy wasnt a grunt when I saw the stacked pouches on front, the blood type patch and the cuffs in the back, have fun reaching them (or actually needing them like ever), also why would you need more than 1 mag?

[@PreparedAirman]

Immediately knew this wasn't a legitimate comment when I saw 27 different grammatical errors. If you were a grunt you should know SOP dictates..

[@TimberwolfCY]

It's nice seeing a no-frills video like yours, and presenting yourself with a plan yet not with a hammered 'performed' script. It feels much more natural and conversational. I do have a question though: do you run anything on your belt, or do you prefer to have it all on the carrier? I shifted some of my gear to a belt to get some weight off my shoulders and back onto my hips. This also indirectly freed enough space to I could clear the right of my carrier for an easier pistol draw. Downside of course is I have to put on two things instead of only one. Curious as to your thoughts!

[@PreparedAirman]

I do run a blue alpha gear inner and outer belt depending on what my overall mission is. If I'm doing more vehicle based things I will ditch the belt and place everything on the vest but if I'm go back to doing on foot, SRT or deployment style ops I will run the belt to take the excess weight off my shoulders and on my hips.

[@nicktruesdell6825]

I love my agilite carrier, simple, modular, and lightweight.

[@dankingjr.2088]

Interesting perspective from a different type of player. Enjoyed that and thanks!

[@mikeyob4271]

Thank you for your service friend, thank you for good information, stay safe, healthy friend, best regards friend.

[@ashtg7819]

Loving the setup! Quick question though, is there something holding the plate in place when you pull out your IFAK? I love the concept just wouldn’t want to worry about losing my plate. Awesome video!

[@PreparedAirman]

Technically no their is nothing holding it in but the pressure of your chest against the plate keeps it from falling out in my experience. Plus the velcro re attaches it's self when you pull out the ifak. Different plate carriers will very probably.

[@TheInfantry98]

You only supposed to use the injured soldiers IFAK not your own during combat operations

[@101Greenturtle]

Awesome video! Thank you for your service!

[@Op4Grunt0311]

I just started running the Agilite plate carrier, less than a year with large plates. Feels comfortable for now

[@aidenpost7448]

THX for your service! I also love the video. Could you do a video on what you wear fully dressed on duty?

[@PreparedAirman]

It's in the works stay tuned!

[@aidenpost7448]

@@PreparedAirman Cool! THX for responding and stay safe!

[@TriadAgone]

Thank you for the cool video Springfield 1903 Pinky.

[@zogon89]

Well those pens are pretty lethal I'd wear armor in the Airforce too

[@zogon89]

@Emmanuel Goldstein commencing corrective PT my treachery

[@clintwalker5804]

Thank you for your service. And t(e experience.. For everyone else, it s key to be able to pull cord and be free of kit. Ironically it should save your life. Thanks again. 🍻

[@carelscompanys1]

Thanks for the insight on your set up.

[@neil1786]

Thanks for the content. It seems like you have a very developed system. Is your unit purchasing most of this or do you have to pay out of pocket for your rig? What are most of your troops doing for their gear? Modifying it for their individual purpose or rocking what they were given because they are not gear junkies?

[@PreparedAirman]

Most is unit purchased but I will often buy my own gear to be more comfortable or efficient. I would say 30% of my coworkers will go out and buy better gear like myself but the other portion will not. They just run with the gear that's issued. It's not like it's a bad thing l, it's still effective. I just value my health and like to get high preforming and comfortable gear.

[@LegendExpressTrading]

THE MUSTACHE HAD YOU 37% COOLER AND STRONGER. FOR THE SAKE OF KEEPING ANY HOMELAND SECURITY KEEP THE STACHE!! #Coltwasneverhere

[@navyvet886]

How do you feel about the noise that a Velcro plate carrier makes? You think that us as prepared citizens should care about that as much as operators and LE in the field need to? I have my second Shellback banshee 2.0 and it wasn’t until a short on here made me question if the noise was a bad deal. I mean I keep it staged by the bed to close the left side of the cummerbund then drop the front panel down and I’m ready to rock. No noise really because I’m closing it but if I had to unvcro it, everyone in the house would hear the pull lol

[@PreparedAirman]

Personally I don't mind velcro. I does ware out over time but so does any hard use gear. If noise is an issue you can always upgrade your carrier with quick detach plastic buckles. A couple companies make them.

[@tmacfan16]

Good video love this channel

[@mikeyob4271]

Any thoughts on under the armor trauma kit ? Yes it goes under your armor, back side away from lead.

[@PreparedAirman]

Depending on your carrier it can be hard to access. But it's a nice location to keep extra medical by not taking up extra precious real-estate on your carrier.

[@mikeyob4271]

@@PreparedAirman Thank you,best regards.

[@jakester46501]

Great video!

[@estebanchristinogallardo5991]

“These are my shears, I use these because I’m a catch and release kinda man” Love it

[@TheSheerkan]

Thanks for the insightful content. Dig the stash.

[@aarhasful]

Awesome content brother, love the channel!

[@harjupsingh1255]

This was very cool! Do all six mags have to be on your carrier, or are you allowed to run some on your belt line or per your units SOPs you have to carry six on your carrier? Thanks!!!!

[@PreparedAirman]

As long as I have them on me. I could run a belt rig aswell if I wanted. I have in the past but not recently.

[@who0icu812]

Yeah wearers preference! End of story, drive on.!

[@graymikep64]

Thanks

[@chilltown11]

I wear k19 when protecting her small dog while eating from the two beagles lol

[@MYWOCKYLIFE]

How do you wear assault packs with camel back with pouches at the same time

[@donniedarko2815]

Excellent video, thank you for the information.

[@nunyabusiness4904]

Where are you stationed that they have you running so many mags? We have a total of 4 at my base and that seems to be the standard everywhere I've been.

[@jesperringstrom4821]

Nice vid!! But if you are righthanded and holding rifle in right hand. Probaly has a holster with pistol to your right (if that is needed sometimes) why do you keep 2 magazines to your right? Isnt it easier to grab from your left side with left arm?

[@PreparedAirman]

I normally only run one on the right side on the internal side of the carrier and run two on the left exterior. Sometimes I do not have a pistol aswell and I try to distribute the weight better.

[@aubrey5569]

Can you test out the s&s precision plate frame modular

[@timmoule9703]

Nice video mate was well worth the watch and sub 👍

[@chupacabra304]

great lesson as always amigo!

[@jamescunningham6251]

From on defender to another good video bro

[@lewisbales6190]

Personally, I carry 6 loaded rifle mags and 3 pistol mags minimum + the ones in the weapons.

[@1LSWilliam]

So much great info. Where have you been hiding?

[@PreparedAirman]

In the biased KZbin algorithm lol

[@dmatthewl4273]

Helps a lot

[@callofdutymobile1074]

Doesnt that make you a bigger target when you hit the deck(prone) when out in the field?I normally only magazines on front.

[@PreparedAirman]

Yes it can, everything has trade offs.

[@bigrig418]

In my opinion it’s more comfortable to lay/shoot in the prone with only 3 mags in the front instead of 6.

[@Imnotmaxteabag3]

@preferredairman can you make a pdf list with pictures for this set up?

[@PB8man]

Let's not pretend here. Chairforce sits in chairs.

[@anonymouscitizen2732]

That was a cool video. What are your thoughts on try tactical EPIC-DSX plate carriers?

[@PreparedAirman]

I personally haven't used them. I know a few of my co workers do use them. I haven't heard any major complaints about them yet.

[@Wandrew223]

Great video brother! Total kit weight?

[@twinarrowssurvival.2.065]

Great vid brother as always ..💪💪🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@lewissmith2136]

Ayy garand thumb junior

[@PreparedAirman]

I get that often lol

[@fromsheeptoshepherddog6695]

Very interesting

[@nathanc.8821]

Great video thanks

[@johnmcdonald6277]

Do they allow you to wear non issued plate carriers?

[@PreparedAirman]

Yes I can choose what ever I like as long as it is proper color and holds my issued plates and equipment.

[@Guardsman-sy8qm]

I wish i could have a carrier. My unit is ran by some galaxy brains so im stuck with issue kit. 🤢

[@williammccaslin8527]

Thx for the vid bro.

[@zerofire3172]

U try just switching the lrg cummerbund to the small or why not med?

[@PreparedAirman]

It's probably possible I just haven't done it. The mediums are constantly out of stock every time I have been interested in upgrading.

[@Cameroon110]

Good video as always brother stay safe out there much love from Texas

[@jadedclone6728]

Can you elaborate more on what your job is?

[@PreparedAirman]

Active Duty Military for 10 years. Sorry I won't/can't dive into the details about my specific job at this time other then what I gave you in the beginning of the video 🤫🤐😕

[@jadedclone6728]

@@PreparedAirman I understand. But I was more curious about, what kind of role you fulfill? I don't know if that's too specific. Like some type of MP? Do you guard something? Cause you said that you require a marine vest but your Airforce? Just curious because as a civilian I can't connect the dots. Really trying to grasp why your job requires the things it requires I guess. It's all good if I'm reaching too far, and I apologize.

[@PreparedAirman]

Yeah the Air Force has boats lol . Kind of weird but it exists. We have Horses aswell lol. But Security of sensitive military assets all over the world along with Law enforcement duties aswell. Also their is no reason to apologize for something you have a legitimate question to.

[@jacobmaurer3125]

AF security forces. Pretty much the idiots of the AF charged with protecting AF bases and installations.

[@MichaelBluford]

@@jadedclone6728 he's Air Force Security Forces. Everything about the career field can be found in open sources, but yes, it's what the Air Force has been calling their SPs for a while now. They either provide force protection, check IDs, or try to pull you over on a FOB and give you a ticket for speeding in a warzone.

[@sbura_]

Why would you carry only 3 mags? Isnt that too little? (For a combat environment not your job)

[@PreparedAirman]

METTTC. It all depends. Per my job we have available resupply cans available to us so I personally don't see the need for 7 mags. If was going somewhere where I didn't have alot of logistical support I would definitely up those Numbers.

[@sbura_]

@@PreparedAirman are you in a fixed position from which you can get to the resupply cans easily?

[@sbura_]

@@PreparedAirman also, unrelated but I ask since you got experience in the armed forces: what do you think about having an ar platform with drum mags as a SAW instead of belt fed? The reason would be reducing weight and having a simpler less expensive weapon that is also easier to train people on and less prone to jamming (I know drum mags jam butnismt there any viable one that is reliable?)

[@Murderface666]

I heard the Air Force gives Purple Hearts for paper cuts and coffee burns accrued in a war zone.

[@Mansfield55]

Where can I find that plate carrier medical package?

[@PreparedAirman]

You can build your own or buy one pre-made. www.phokusresearch.com/collections/military-trauma-kits

[@ThinBluLne]

Bro, your kit looks like it weighs more than you do. How does such a skinny dude wear all that heavy gear without falling over? ….asking for a friend

[@drewpatrick8378]

Sec Fo

[@jeorunner]

Every single day!?

[@PreparedAirman]

Every day that I work.

[@Nick-hm9rh]

This is the difference between an actual work setup and the usual Instagram highspeed wannabe operator.

[@concretecowboy4212]

👍🇺🇸

[@Jacob-mm8xq]

are you USAF SF?

[@Jacob-mm8xq]

if so then are yall protecting space force lol

[@Blackflag.actual]

No war belt?

[@PreparedAirman]

I run a blue alpha gear molle belt when needed. It Mainly depends on what I'm doing. Normal day to day ops I won't run one but if I have a special task or a different mission I will.

[@zact9941]

Good content. I actually am a former defender and new gear maker. Hit me up if you want to talk about gear.

[@bhagatrahul8026]

Hi

[@bakenasty8860]

Stop watching so much garand thumb. Develop your own style

[@PreparedAirman]

I'm glad you judged me on one of my videos out of 150 that I have created.. Similar topics doesn't mean similar style.

[@killermann123su]

yo why the air force 12 be getting better kit than the grunts lmfao

[@kingofwishfulthinking2490]

Cus they did better on the ASVAB lol