6 Common Tactical Gear & Equipment Setup Mistakes with Tactical Hyve

In this video, we discuss some common tactical gear and equipment setup mistakes we see among beginners.
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[@burtbiggum499]

You guys should consider fitness as something to explore. Most people neglect their body

[@andyprairiedog4829]

Yes....what Brian said. People using this annual situation as an excuse to "Pull Security On the Couch".

[@rangerwolfhound]

agreed...also most think going our back and shooting 100 rounds is practice.....its all about trigger time.

[@TROOPERfarcry]

Haha... I'm "most people".

[@Brimar7]

IKR?! I’m so tired of seeing fat assed couch potatoes talking tactical shit. They can hit a target, but what do they do when the ammo is depleted? Can’t run. Can’t assist me or you.

[@Thelastoftheprimes]

Their views would plummet.... People don't want to put in any real work. Just buy cool stuff, and set it up to look like a PRO= GUN FIGHTER!!!! LOL

[@mormonmoose]

Great advice. I appreciate how with all your advice you recognize that its a “generally speaking” rule. Teaching “a way” not “the way”. That being said great advice, thanks for your video!

[@ben7785]

Where your mag facing is depending on how you train. Don’t think there’s a right or wrong way, as long as it fits you. However more people have a face forward. Great video.

[@Joneybara]

Thank you for this! I have mine bullets back and it’s easier and way faster for me to reload them like that and not as he said they should be

[@santoscortes9656]

I’ve heard, brass to the ass. Point backwards. That’s the way i learned with my M16. And then I transferred that into the M9.

[@MellowFellowOfYellow]

Depends on the type of magazine. Rifle, brass to rear. Pistols, brass to front.

[@Sassquatch713]

Correct just like I’d you right or left handed.

[@kaykil2588]

So when he explained that it just depends on the person and situation, type of gun, etc., were you listening to circus music in your head or what?

[@flyboy8752]

Big fan of dry fire practice after getting dressed but before going out because a lightweight summer t-shirt is definitely different than a thicker winter shirt and jacket or sweatshirt. Great tips!

[@Nobody13325]

As a trainer I always try to show people that less is more. That gear placement and ease of access is essential. Especially on a deployment in a gunfight.

[@MusicManSabastian]

A guy on my department carries canted because he says it’s easier to draw in his vehicle. I am not a fan but there is a reason why

[@baldur740]

I carry canted for the same reason and it allows for a consistent higher grip placement when drawing

[@eagleone5456]

I've seen some competition shooters run with some crazy angle. For some it's just faster, and the vehicle mindset is a cool concept

[@Lsimmons73]

Love you guys. Answering the right kind of questions.

[@Quality_Guru]

I am loving all of the content that you are providing!!

[@williamkelly8493]

Like the video love hearing what other guys like, always trying to get more ideas to make my system better. What belt you runnin?

[@EEDad401]

Great tip on doing a couple practice draws with whatever shirt you put on for the day to be familiar with that shirt. Good stuff.

[@dtmelanson]

You are an excellent teacher/explainer. Thank you.

[@nicom1278]

Thank you for taking the time to do this. Very informative. Could you please post the references of your entire first line gear (belt, holster, handgun, magazine pouches)?

[@wendystrong3827]

Thank you!! Very informative! Never would've thought of some of those,!

[@TacticalHyve]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mr.tactician_7551]

Good stuff. Johnny Ringo: “I was just fooling about.” DOC: “I wasn’t. Say when.”

[@stand4truth44]

Awesome teaching bro!! Especially for a senior citizen.😊👍

[@DMosleyCFS]

Thanks for the tips, much appreciated.

[@Patrickjohnphotography]

"Form follows function" - Ferdinand. Well explained thanks for the video.

[@ryanwoolsey7148]

Thanks man this was very helpful

[@wireman4029]

I have my bullets facing back. Its a smoother transition from mag pouch to mag well.(for me anyways) Thanks for the tips guys!

[@romulasssex1717]

Same

[@donovanbrink3734]

@@romulasssex1717 +2. this guy is a clown. i agree with next to nothing hes said.

[@TacticalHyve]

Clown? Agree with nothing? Move along. You're a waste of time.

[@556RF]

@@TacticalHyve Donavan is a Special ops recon delta navy seal 🦭

[@TacticalHyve]

🤦 😂

[@bshadrick]

As a uspsa a shooter, a canted front front mag holder is for me. Especially now that they can be in front of the hip bone. On the carry aspect, your dead on about how to carry the concealed gun. Thank you!

[@nastystang113]

You’re running almost exactly the same war belt setup as I am running a GBRS belt and I run Esstac mag holsters. I’ve been trying to get my hands on that Blue Force Gear medkit for like a year now. Ditched my JPC for an Agilite K19 plate carrier too.

[@triggertimetraining6963]

Good video Myles. Thanks

[@TheRealSlowhand]

Great info Myles... Thank you...

[@TacticalHyve]

Glad it was helpful!

[@thomasrudolph4795]

Great video as always!! It would be pretty cool to also have videos considering the context of states which have more restrictions related to guns, for example tips and tricks related to pump action AR... I think many people can relate to that Thanks as always

[@TacticalHyve]

Thanks and you're welcome!

[@TexasBroskiActual]

Nobody cares about CommieFornia regulations.

[@thomasrudolph4795]

@@TexasBroskiActual Or other countries besides US

[@jamesharding3459]

@@TexasBroskiActual I do. I'm not willing to uproot my entire life over some loud toys, nor am I willing to commit felonies for fun.

[@jasonrhodes9683]

99% of all people are so oblivious to their surroundings, you can open carry that they won't notice.

[@Ntop33]

Hella oblivious people out there for sure lol. However, concealed carry is still the better option my bro.

[@TacticalHyve]

True. But we aren't worried about those who are oblivious if you can read between the lines.

[@jbazan11]

They’re too busy looking down at their phone checking their social media status or texting away! Lol

[@Ideo7Z]

99% isn't the problem. It's the 1% you gotta worry about, them being professional predators and their weapon will be concealed. As for open carry, the one's I've seen walk around with crap retention holsters equally oblivious to their surroundings head down on a phone when their situational awareness should be dialed up to cop. One guy I saw at a Cabelas wore his pistol hanging off a pocket like a clipped iPhone.

[@simplerick256]

I see printing all the time...

[@oxencott3n175]

Wasn't this the guy who shot against the champion 3 gunner in that one video??

[@concretecowboy4212]

Thnxs 4 posting

[@daveleavey9571]

Great Instruction

[@tomrobinson7817]

I keep my bullets facing backwards for a beer can style grip when reloading my ar15

[@Lonestarbraddock7]

Well spoken and on point.

[@TacticalHyve]

Thanks for the comment!

[@sebbean881]

02:06 A little advice I've learned from my shooting instructor: stop doing that (squeeze the trigger after cycling the slide) . Your trigger finger has to be conditioned to always do the "dangerous" job. By squeezing the trigger after cycling the slide several times you don't add any security to your gun, you only "confuse" your trigger finger. Your trigger finger has to always be the part that makes the gun go "boom". That's meant in a respectful way, I've learned a lot of your Videos and really appreciate your channel 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@averageasian292]

interesting take. but its just to decock the hammer. everyone does it

[@sebbean881]

@@averageasian292 Most modern pistols (like his Glock) don't have a hammer, they have a striker. There is no need for decocking. And even if you want to do it, just make a "dryfire shot". Or let the Hammer go down slowly with your thumb. But squeezing the trigger has to be "programmed" in your brain and trigger finger to be equal to "boom" or "hole in something" (paper, bad guy, your neighbours dog, your own foot etc). It has always to be the dangerous part. Sorry for my bad english

[@bryanst.martin7134]

@@sebbean881 I agree with you 100%. In a panic or confusing situation your brain defaults to highest training. Pointy finger is death finger, no retakes. Right Hollywood? Bullet is doing his job, Monkey best do his first.

[@Kriss_L]

@@averageasian292 I guarantee that not everyone does that.

[@TheRealAdamP]

Can agree with all but number 5. A lot of time in Iraq going door to door, there was no way to reload expect if someone in the fire team was able to give you some ammo. Humvees weren't always near with spare ammo. I have also been in Humvees that ran dry during fire fights 50 and mark. Giving most will never be in fire fights for hours at a time but 7 mags 2 grenades is normal load for a riflemen without a specialty. Always carry water and NVGs since you don't know how long you will be out for. This video is more of a opinion from SF dudes.

[@ironteacup2569]

Yes there is “direct action” the. There is a long range patrol. I go to the range for qualling or for other shooting sure slick is cool but between the “mission essential gear” and small extras like food water and an extra layer you quickly can’t be very “slick”

[@filibandicoot1580]

I was seeing a lot of "printing" earlier with that thigh holster you had 😄 I was like aw man this dude tryn show off 🤭 im just playn lol. Good video solid info!

[@kennethwise9391]

Can you do a video regarding shooting with a plate carrier

[@brandonm1881]

Excellent video

[@SciRado]

You had my attention the entire time, I liked, I subscribed and looking forward to more videos.

[@TacticalHyve]

It’s not on the trigger. He’s curling his finger and it’s by the side.

[@SciRado]

@@TacticalHyve I'm confused with your reply, I never said anything about his trigger finger never noticed his trigger finger. He had a lot of information to share and I found it interesting.

[@TacticalHyve]

Sorry, the reply was for a different comment!

[@SciRado]

@@TacticalHyve no problem my friend I sort of figured that.

[@louispittman7367]

Unless you're getting ammo air dropped to you, then why make a habit of carrying only 90 rounds? I'd use that much breaking contact.

[@BDAILY365]

Carry as much as I can!

[@diorama-rama297]

What holster are you using for your concealed carry in the video?

[@rdo0409]

I like the height of that drop leg holster and Im due for an upgrade. What manufacturer and model is that? Retention level if any?

[@brandensoutdoorb-channel8084]

Also keep the mag pouch near the belt buckle near centerline for economy of motion.

[@braaten007]

I always carry a borderline too much, yet never feel like it's enough.

[@TacticalHyve]

It's complicated. lol

[@braaten007]

And it's such a money dump. I have probably $1200+ in gear and only use about half of it (plates, carrier, pouches, etc). 🤣

[@Jarrodjohn2007]

@@braaten007 I've found that if you eliminate the unnecessaries from your budget (e.g., vegetables, retirement savings, a spouse) then you have plenty of money for gear and it's not a problem.

[@braaten007]

@@Jarrodjohn2007 I think you're right. Especially with the cost of also needing bullets and a gun to match the cost. Getting rid of the spouse was the best part of it all...

[@jjacob111]

@@TacticalHyve Hey Miles, can you break out your kit set up? Belt, Holster, Mag Carriers, etc.? Thanks man

[@livefree2028]

Tactical Mr. Mackey putting out good info. Bullets forward, m'kay.

[@TacticalHyve]

Sounds like you haven't taken a lot of classes and trained with a lot of solid shooters. It is the norm in the U.S., though, as mentioned in the video people can and do orient their mags different--it just isn't the 'standard' so to speak.

[@livefree2028]

@@TacticalHyvelol, it was a joke about your tendency to say "ok" after every other statement, amigo. Your info is great, your demonstrations are great, your energy and motivation got my sub. You might say I've been to a class or two, after a decade and a half of service, some civilian work, and as an instructor. Keep up the good work.

[@gageirwin7206]

I would like that exact belt and holster set up for my Glock 19x , what exactly is it? I run kore essentials for edc just now looking into outside waist

[@user-cf2pv1wz1c]

Goods advices always👌🏻

[@Motoguzzi2231]

Different body types will also influence positioning of your gear. I am 6'2" with a 36 1/2 sleeve and my setup would be totally wrong for a shorter, non ape length arm human.

[@Shredwizard445]

The biggest mistake is people buying gear and not putting on a full kit and larping around their house enough to become acclimated or find out what works or not. Edit: totally nailed it with the "people carrying too much stuff" Great vid as usual Hyveguys

[@TacticalHyve]

Couldn't agree more!

[@Youtubeuser1aa]

I wear my gear naked in the house

[@josephlawrence6873]

@@KZbinuser1aa lol

[@stuartgorka989]

Good point. In some ways though it seems that people carry too little stuff when they train. All the videos and pics people post has a plate carrier, 3 mags, a pistol/holster and maybe a flashlight tucked somewhere. Depending on the situation, or if away from the house a little bit, I usually carry a load bearing vest for hiking that also has some pouches for food, water, toilet paper, water filter, etc. It's something that you can live with for a day or so, not just a couple hours at the range. It can be thrown on over a plate carrier on a bad day.

[@kuntekinte6246]

I have always carry my mags with the bullets face backwards.Its a smoother transition just to pull it out and up vertically directly into magwell.I dont want to have to pull out the mag and twist my wrist completely to insert it.Not very practical maybe its because I'm a lefty.I also see you index the mag with you pointer finger.I index with my thumb.Im a firm believer though train like you fight and fight like you train.

[@michaelcarter8209]

Outstanding

[@jumpingbiscuits]

What holster are you using for your 365? I like the clip design.

[@TacticalHyve]

tacticalhyve.com/tenicor

[@LanceCoffman-xs5zm]

Where can one find the drop holster and accessory belt that you were wearing in the video?

[@robdowling1238]

Where can i get the same holster you have in this video?

[@emmettburns7586]

I do the “forward cant” at the 9oclock position because 1) I’m left handed 2) I’m slim and this helps conceal the entire pistol within my silhouette, without the butt sticking out

[@marknorwood7521]

Same here(but 4 o'clock, Rt handed)👍

[@adolfoestrada8991]

Thank you for the advice. Where can we look up training form your company?

[@TacticalHyve]

Thanks. Here you go! tacticalhyve.com/tactical-training-near-me/

[@josephlawrence6873]

I find that I go light 1 extra pistol mag, 1 rifle mag. If I'm in training I might go more but I try to keep it simple..

[@MichaelLeopold1]

Helpful review tips

[@TacticalHyve]

Glad you liked it

[@arktactical6112]

I'm new to Safariland but that UBL leg strap, Hows it mounted and comfortable while doing running drills?. I was going to purchase the drop flex shroud but if I can save more money for ammo all the better

[@burtbiggum499]

Biggest thing l noticed is the one l got is too small. Now lm pretty thin so make sure you look out for that and also kinda pull your boxers up if you wear them

[@kevpachakey]

Personally for me, I have bigger arms and its more difficult to rotate my grip around to have bullets forward. I prefer bullets back. just easier to grab and makes sense in my brain.

[@24694104]

When not carrying a rifle and wearing body armour my pistol mags are facing downwards and to the rear. If I have emptied my mag the pistol still stays up facing forward, right thumb releases the magazine and left hand collects new mag, and straight in to the pistol.

[@tcantrell5301]

That angle thing is for when you're sitting down for like a truck driver or detective for your hip holster the fact that it can angle up that way is so that you can access it while you're setting

[@smashingartful]

good info

[@TacticalHyve]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bluefacedant8074]

On the drop leg portion I also notice guys who have it too low can't consistently count on where their gun is. So they fumble more with drawing or re-holstering.

[@kendrickthomas356]

What plate carrier are you using?

[@docmccoy1928]

what belt are you using and what holster set up is that? What else is on your belt

[@TNTran29]

Bullets forward for pistol mags is well-established as the gold standard in high-performance shooting. Before you disagree, look up the set up of any reputable competitive shooter or spec ops direct action servicemember.

[@totempole21]

Hate to tell you this,Myles. But your holster is actually a low ride. Which,I see coupled with the leg strap/q-fork detach setup is good for duty/tactical training with a plate carrier/outer tactical vest. I'm in the process of getting my security company fully up and running and I'm trying to see what rigs I'll put together work out in the field. Even though I have a duty belt rig already. Always good to have more then one in reserve.

[@TacticalHyve]

It's a mid-ride. A low ride will place the grip of the gun below the belt line.

[@totempole21]

@@TacticalHyve ,I've had a mid ride and it didn't look that low. But,maybe it's a new offering from Safariland. Considering it's that 6354DO.

[@TinkerTailorSoldier1]

I do use a thigh holster but I have some orangutan arms. My hand natural falls to a nice position where my elbow isn’t at such an acute angle while drawing.

[@onlyshawnjohn]

What Safariland holster is that? Is it the 6354DO? I’m looking to pick one up but have an SRO and it doesn’t lock in.

[@pv2roach11]

Just buy a rds holster. The DO is old and being phased out

[@BloodEagleTactical]

how did you get the Qls mid ride drop to work with the leg strap? Im trying to get mine set up like that.

[@John-wk2fd]

Everybody just screws it down with the leg strap squished between the drop leg and qls plate

[@dpower6402]

Trex arms sells just a strap with a buckle and non-slip rubber on the inside of the strap that sandwiches between the holster and the QLS buckle. Last time I checked it was less than $20

[@CAMP44]

What is the brand and model of the plate carrier? Thanks.

[@tomaspolacek5365]

Looks like JPC from Crye Precision.

[@Johnny_Cash_Flow]

I can't tell you how many people I've had to help reorganize their magazines and explain to them how they need to relearn their faulty muscle memory for reloads.

[@popsk4145]

Why for not have the bullets pointing back?

[@lucastonoli3256]

@@popsk4145 In order to index the mag, you need to rotate your wrist more, assuming you're not doing anything funky other than the standard sequence of "shoot, shoot, shoot>Drop mag>Load new mag". You want to index the mag to reduce the chance of fucking up and missing the magwell, it's safer and quicker as you lead with the finger.

[@juanzuniga5976]

what set up is that plate carrier, i like how its simple and effective

[@alexketteman5202]

My only question for running so slick is: do you carry water, comms, and medical? If so, where? Obviously, mission essentials can be slapped on wherever or in a pack, but the above three always struck me as needing to be w/ me 24/7 if I'm in battle rattle.

[@TacticalHyve]

Yes. One’s belt can carry those items, too. It will all depend on the person’s specific needs.

[@JayDubb3BCT]

One thing about plate carrier's I've noticed people get wrong is ride height. The plates are either riding to low or to high. Offset with the back plate higher up is the most comfortable in my experience.

[@concernedpatriot.2221]

Great tips. I carry my firearm OWB at my 3 O’Clock and I do print a little. I live in Miami and we only have one season, HOT ! And I don’t like to wear my clothing too baggy. I rather print then carry a loaded firearm pointed at my junk. I carry a gun because I don’t want anyone to shoot me, I don’t need to be worried about shooting myself. Only one time did I notice someone that noticed that I had a firearm and that was inside a mayors jewelry store and the guy was a trained security guard. Funny we are talking about appendix carry. Several months ago we had a miami Dade fireman carrying a firearm appendix and when he sat down in a restaurant, the gun went off, he’s alive but not dating anymore.

[@TacticalHyve]

Thanks for the comment! You might want to look into using a belly band. Some people who wear fitted shirts swear by them.

[@concernedpatriot.2221]

@@TacticalHyve I also have a genetic problem, I’m Cuban, eat too much rich and beans therefore I carry a couple of days worth of survival food around my waist. 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@TacticalHyve]

😂😂😂

[@brandtjustsayin]

@@concernedpatriot.2221 most underrated comments regarding CC on here. No way I can appendix carry even if I really wanted to. My German heritage means I carry my 2 week supply of survival sausage and beer around my waist too. Lol.

[@99cobra2881]

Do the work lift heavy things and put them down lose the gut If youre watching this video and you look like meal team six with your kit on, you are doing a diservice to yourself and you will be ineffective over a long duration event. I am trying to help you

[@jeffgee6319]

What drop-leg set-up are you running?

[@beachdrugpanda]

My kit is exactly like this bizarrely so. Most of the same products even and in the exact same spots

[@NoGoBu]

Excellent instructions, what do I owe you ? 🪖🇺🇸👍

[@tacticalhyvecadre1049]

Be awesome! Help others

[@bubblefish17]

Great vid!! The magazine direction might be seen as a small issue but I learned my mistake many years ago by getting shot by someone. Luckily it was in an airsoft game, so I now applied to my real steel operation too.

[@BudgetBully504]

The kant forward is for vehicle management. The lower will rip your seats apart after time.

[@lewisbales6190]

I load heavy w/6 rifle mags and 3 pistol mags minimum + ones in the weapons.

[@MrJfortheElohim]

On the holster cant, how about if you sitting in a vehicle?

[@s.a.charles271]

Links for vest/belt/holster?

[@tomaspolacek5365]

Vest is JPC from Crye Presicion, holster is from Safariland (i don´t remember exact nr.)

[@deonlouistaljr500]

What’s the name of that plate carrier?

[@NotALot-xm6gz]

#4 and #5 go together - too much kit causing belt order and plate carrier to clash. Once you have this right, put your daypack on and start again 😄

[@m783w]

I was hoping he would touch on the rifle mag orientation…rifle mags pointed forwards has many positive attributes many overlook when they trash talk the orientation. Only a few instructors recognise the advantages of this orientation… Advantages… 1) Keeps uniformity - Only one motion to train into memory, same technique for rifles as in pistols from belt or chest, under stress this helps tremendously. 2) Indexing - Naturally is more intuitive by pointing to a hole, as we point at things from the age of 1, this helps when fitting a rectangle inside a slightly larger rectangle, under stress. 3) Wet or greasy hands from camo-paint, sweat or coming off the beach soaked in seawater don’t slip while indexing due to having the palm heel over the top of butt of the mag while inserting under a bolt forward situation, a positive heel press will always get the mag to seat. 4) Biomechanics - dropping straight down on the top of a rifle mag situated on the belt is the same reason using a holster in a vertical orientation as he stated is more efficient for wrist mechanics while drawing the pistol. This applies to our other arm too kids… 5) “Beer canning” can potentially grip too high on the mag neck (seen it done numerous times in wet/greasy situations) preventing proper insertion, especially if the magwell rim contacts the mag lip and causes slippage. Most people don’t do this because they have no desire to relearn a new technique, which is a valid reason of you have thousands of reloads a certain way under their belt. But if the shooter is new to training, I’d hope they consider both options and make an informed decision on which technique they’d prefer…But the area which is frustrating is that the dogma I see when people do things a certain way without any understanding of “why”, yet they will trash a different technique which they clearly don’t understand.

[@steveg3593]

Most use the forward cant for better concealment at the 4oclock

[@TacticalHyve]

Exactly

[@burtbiggum499]

Thats what he said

[@petemcphee2]

As an armed cop who carried a pistol in a drop leg holster with Body armour worn we were taught to wear the holster lower than waist, in line with your resting hand on your thigh. That's about two inches lower than the guy here shows. The theory being you are able to grab the pistol from a natural stance in relation to your proportions.

[@variablex85]

Cant forward or back is for crossdraw or behind 3-o-clock carry. Or when you're in a vehicle a lot. But yeah, if you're wearing it on your hip or thigh like that, no Cant-do.

[@757Sportsman4Life]

Very detailed, excellent job… EXCEPT!! Fat boy concealed options. Weight fluctuates, we try but aways will have the handles. 6’2” 300 lbs. even at 250 had handles in the way.

[@The10thManRules]

Drop leg holster are for aerial operations (rappelling/climbing or skydiving) where the harness/parachute rig is exponentially more critical than a smooth draw. If you're not doing things like that, bring your damn holster rig closer to your belt (but well below body armor).

[@The10thManRules]

@voodoochild137 Redundant comment, but yeah.

[@richardgoodson8922]

Mostly good information but point number one with the magazines that’s debatable

[@tacticalhyvecadre1049]

Try wearing NODs

[@s.o.f.fpatriotsforlife414]

So apparently I like to wear my plate carrier backwards. Also my pistol magazines face backwards on my right side cause my pistol is in my left

[@rebelscumspeedshop]

A forward canted holster makes it very difficult for anybody to grab your pistol from behind and pull it out.

[@janswerts3253]

Back up hoster in an angle is mostly for people who drive a lot. You pull your back up a lot faster and easier in a front angle sitting in a car.

[@MJ-yu6ek]

thank god you know the only correct way to carry gear

[@tacticalhyvecadre1049]

Really Matt

[@christopherscott3189]

Unpopular opinion but I disagree with #1. 2-6 agree 100%. But I will say not only do I load faster and smoother bullets facing the rear but it is also far more anatomically correct.

[@MellowFellowOfYellow]

It's all about hand placement. I do bullets forward because it's as simple as grabbing the mag base plate and turning my palm over to insert into the handgun. If they were backward I would have to over rotate my wrist to grab the mag like a beer can. That technique makes way more sense with rifles so you can be ready to release the bolt

[@andnor]

The "canted pistol" i can give some insight to why some prefer it. They are Vehicle oriented and may need to draw their pistol while inside a vehicle. Beyond this? i can not picture where it is beneficial. Any one who has had a leg-strapped holster(single-strap-high or double-strap-thigh) will tell you... moving fast makes this form of holster... annoying to say the least... but it is beneficial for those who does not walk/run a lot due to the "ease of reach" from a "resting hand position" ... but depending on the vehicle? its height may be changing due to other stuff in annoying positions. Personally i prefer the pistol on a chest rig, preferably close to where i hold my hand while operating a rifle. Rule zero how ever, 1... PRATICE with your full equipment... 2. make 100% sure that there is no risk of "snag"... 3... KISS... /PS... 4... most people who focus to much on their pistol... fail to realize that it is "a tool to acquire a real weapon"... Yes it is useful but it is there in case you failed to maintain your primary... (Civilian situations not taken in to account) If you are forced to draw your pistol... a lot has gone wrong.... hopefully you have trained for it and know what to do... in which case... i have no idea why you are still reading... It always amazes me to see how people set up their kits... IMHO... Backpack... all the things you can survive without. 2. Vest/carrier/what-ever = Makes live easier.... 3. Belt... the things you "need" to get out of a dangerous area. 4. Pockets.... what you NEED to get out of a dangerous situation. 5. Hands.... what you need at this very situation for your survival. 6. "taped" to your body... to convince others that you are "allowed" to leave...

[@topshotta4140]

OK 👍🏾

[@PA-wf8ws]

What pants are those? They look rugged and comfortable without looking too "tactical".

[@WhatAreYouBuyen]

I thought this video was satire at first... Magazines bullet back, gun canted forwards, the best way I've ever carried my gear. Not sure if there's any merit to the reasoning or if it's just what you've seen "most" people doing? The best setup is the one the works for you, so I guess mine doesn't work for you! haha