THE BEST Concealed Carry Shorts (EDC without looking silly) - 5.11 Ion Shorts

[@jasondanner6630]

Your "Pro-Tip" of simply flipping the tac belt inside out to use & not print is going to change my life.. 😄 I hardly ever wear that belt specifically because the buckle prints like crazy! THANK YOU!!

[@graycattactical1614]

That's one of those things that only 0.04% of gun guys care about... But if it matters to you, I'm sure it matters a lot haha. Glad I could help!

[@jinglinwu4521]

Bro you are a freaking beast man! Love it!

[@graycattactical1614]

Haha I'm doing my best!

[@M4tt925]

These are way better than the fanny pack option lol. Thanks for the great video man, I’m gonna have to pick some of these up!

[@jomommainoc]

Haha! I watched all your strength training vids and randomly came across this channel doing a search on the 508t. Subscribed!

[@graycattactical1614]

Haha that's awesome. Thanks for your support on both channels! If you've got any request for future videos, let me know.

[@jomommainoc]

@@graycattactical1614 I think a good video would be your switch from irons to RDS, why the switch, the learning curve going to RDS, and pros and cons of RDS. Keep up the great content!

[@femiarchie]

Awesome vid! I’ll definitely be subscribing.

[@graycattactical1614]

Thanks for the support!

[@emmettjarvis84]

😱🇺🇸🙌🏼👊🏼...BuR-Ruh! Your mag change is border lined EPIC! To have a new mag in the well before the old hits the ground...pshwhew! Keep it up, great work!

[@graycattactical1614]

You know the secret? You just wait until the new mag is 0.25" away from the gun before dropping the empty mag lol Thanks the for support!

[@m_e_t_5744]

Thanks for the belt tip. Works great.

[@graycattactical1614]

Glad to hear it!

[@thebardock6785]

I just moved to Texas im use to cold weather. Now I need shorts but functional

[@Roarwhy0710]

I don't see these any more...are they now the ICON shorts?

[@tomz3214]

Great Content .. liked your breakdown of carry items which showcased the cargo capacity of the shorts ; all the while concealing its contents.

[@Snowy0123]

I love the 5.11 terrain shorts.. I live in Florida and I don't think I've worn pants in years

[@graycattactical1614]

I'll have to check those out

[@mattd2026]

Forgot I had youtube on double speed when I started the video... thought you had the fastest draw in the world for a sec

[@graycattactical1614]

I actually do. I move and speak extremely fast, so I always slow my footage down during the editing process just so normal people can understand.

[@mattd2026]

@@graycattactical1614 dahmson yapopinov

[@d2shadow243]

Was looking for shorts like these! Just got the black shorts a couple of days ago and they’re clutch afff

[@graycattactical1614]

Esp if it's hot where you're at

[@d2shadow243]

Gray Cat Tactical yeah I’m in Maryland it’s super humid out here, I ordered the grey ones also but they’re on back order sadly

[@graycattactical1614]

@@d2shadow243 ah yeah humidity + heat sucks especially if you're carrying

[@pjgarlow6899]

I can’t find these shorts anywhere. Have they been discontinued

[@graycattactical1614]

Yup. I mentioned that in the video. At the time of filming they were still available at some online retailers. It looks like they're replacing these with the stealth shorts.

[@pjgarlow6899]

Gray Cat Tactical That sucks. I’m frantically trying to find a pair. No luck though.

[@hellcow]

@@pjgarlow6899 same here, found the video today, wanted the shorts and now I am sad, the stealth looking super bad :/

[@redcapote4760]

@@graycattactical1614 Which are ugly as shiiiiiiiiit. What are you even thinking, 5.11?

[@graycattactical1614]

@@redcapote4760 maybe we need to petition them to remake the ion shorts

[@5RWill]

Where do you find these? They're not listed on 5.11s site for some reason?

[@graycattactical1614]

At the end of the video I think I mentioned the same thing. Looks like they're phasing these out for the Stealth shorts, but you can still find em on Zappos, OpticsPlanet, Amazon, etc. It's just a matter of finding the right size in stock.

[@5RWill]

@@graycattactical1614 Gotcha thanks bud.

[@eshamblazer]

Good vid man. You seem to have a talent for producing. I would consider making vids as a side job. You have the subscribers to put you well over a million subs

[@graycattactical1614]

Hahaha thanks I actually have the subscribers to put me well over 200 subs

[@DavisInDuval]

Hey man are these still good to go? Thinking of buying.

[@Nate_Lampa]

Awesome content brotha!!

[@graycattactical1614]

Thanks for the sub! Let me know if you have any ideas for future vids

[@TheCaps5950]

cool video, thanks. But looks like 5.11 Ion Shorts all sold out or discontinue. Do you know any other similar style or brand?

[@dumplingmonster7903]

Nice! Any long pant EDC recommendations?

[@graycattactical1614]

I wear 5.11 defender flex slim jeans and vertx delta stretch pants quite a bit. Maybe I'll make a video about pants as well

[@complexteo-iwnl3321]

@@graycattactical1614 bought them 2 weeks ago they are perfect

[@graycattactical1614]

@@complexteo-iwnl3321 they're some of my favorites

[@complexteo-iwnl3321]

@@graycattactical1614 hey gray cat i look forward into buying 5.11 shorts what do you recommend ion or vaporlite?

[@graycattactical1614]

@@complexteo-iwnl3321 never had the vaporlites, but I love the ions

[@RuanKiwi]

What do you think of the 5.11 Dart shorts compared to these?

[@graycattactical1614]

Not sure, I've not tried em out myself.

[@eugeniofernandez8101]

Can you review tactical shoes?

[@softwareengineer9435]

Cool, will try these babies

[@ericmartinez7518]

Great video bro thank you! Keep making more

[@graycattactical1614]

Thanks for the feedback! Work's been crazy, but I'm doing my best to get the next video scripted.

[@Danny-qu4sq]

Just came across your channel, what kind of holster do you use?

[@graycattactical1614]

I make my own. Tier1 makes a great product if you're looking to buy a rig, but it's pretty expensive and I just prefer having the control to make little adjustments that will allow the holster to fit my body.

[@marcbathon2346]

One you should not use

[@Evergreen1400]

Marc Bathon. Look who it is

[@abrahamalvarez2932]

I hope you do a edc

[@graycattactical1614]

Seems like I have to at some point 😂

[@thebardock6785]

Can't find these shorts anywhere let alone in may size. Seems 5.11 doesnt stock them anymore. Any other recommendations?

[@graycattactical1614]

Yeah, seems like they've been discontinued. Not yet. I tried the dart and delta shorts, but neither fit the bill. I'll keep looking and definitely make a vid if I can find a worthy replacement.

[@thebardock6785]

@@graycattactical1614 ya none of the other pairs stand out me as much as these. What a shame. Definitely look fwd to seeing a vid if you do.

[@richardelmstreet96]

Would you recommend the TLR-1 HL or the TLR-7A for a Glock 19 that is used for both ccw and home defense? Coming from a 5'6" at 150 lbs carrying tier 1 axis elite. Great video as well!

[@graycattactical1614]

If it's your only gun, I'd run the brighter light. I actually run an Olight PL pro on most of my guns (1500 lumens) and I prefer that to the TLR1. If you don't mind spending the extra money on two setups, you might consider getting holsters so you can run either.

[@richardelmstreet96]

@@graycattactical1614 I don't think I'll be getting two holsters but thank you for the recommendation! Has the Olight PL Pro been comfortable to appendix carry and do you switch out or just carry that?

[@graycattactical1614]

@@richardelmstreet96 yeah that could get expensive haha. I have setups for both, but I almost never carry with the TLR7. I don't feel like the PL Pro is at all uncomfortable. It depends mostly on how well the gun/holster combo fits your body. I'd love to tell you that the bigger light will be fine, but it's so hard to say just because it sounds like we're shaped differently.

[@richardelmstreet96]

@@graycattactical1614 I decided to get a cheap appendix carry holster that is Glock 19 + TLR-1 HL compatible to test out first and see if that is comfortable. If it is, then I'll just go with the TLR-1 HL since I might as well run the light with more lumens, but if not, then I'll just stick with the TLR-7A. Thank you for your insight though, definitely helped a lot! Hope to see lots more videos man.

[@graycattactical1614]

@@richardelmstreet96 sounds like a solid plan to me! I'd love to hear how it works out. Thanks for checking out the channel!

[@clutch13]

remember gentlemen, no matter how good the stats are. Its Drip or Die.

[@BigPoppa23]

Good video ✌️

[@graycattactical1614]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@nmhvactech5474]

Great video👍🏼

[@graycattactical1614]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@vonshango6311]

no link to 5.11 ion shorts?

[@vboy720]

They look like they could be board shorts

[@graycattactical1614]

You could definitely use them for that

[@tomerino3]

Awesome review man! Did these shorts get discontinued?

[@graycattactical1614]

Thanks! Unfortunately, I believe they did. You may still find them at a few online stores, but usually in odd sizes. I'm looking for anything that might be a suitable replacement and I'll definitely make a video if I find something.

[@tomerino3]

@@graycattactical1614 5.11 Dart shorts. I think they just changed the name and did a few changes to the shorts. Got me two pairs lmao

[@graycattactical1614]

@@tomerino3 I saw those in person last week. Didn't try em on, but they looked a little longer and I think they ditched one of the pockets. How do you like yours so far?

[@tomerino3]

@@graycattactical1614 I'm re-watching your video as I try on the shorts LOL. I'm 5'10 and the shorts are above my knees, but I wish they were a tiny bit shorter. The changes I noticed are the back pockets. Instead of the vecro, they replaced it with zippers. It has one less pocket like you mentioned. Also they changed the V-shaped belt loop on the back which is no biggie lol. Other than that they feel awesome! Super breathable and stretchy like gym shorts.

[@graycattactical1614]

@@tomerino3 thanks for the overview! Based on your description, I'll have to give them a second look at the store.

[@jonathanberlin2845]

Could someone send me a link? I love those shorts, but I can’t find them anywhere.

[@marius666]

Shirt?

[@DatingElevated]

Just picked up a pair in black in size 32 for $26 direct from 5.11 they are still in stock but you have to call. Side note, how tall are you?

[@Namesi]

Fuck I gotta quit skipping leg day - nice review!

[@graycattactical1614]

Hahaha get on it!

[@bobbill3003]

Reaching up can be annoying lol

[@holymason7]

make more vids!!!!

[@rickbaran2285]

Bro, get a Tier 1 holster - You will thank me later.

[@graycattactical1614]

I've tried em and I can honestly say that I prefer mine. Their holsters are amazing quality, but I'm able to make mine fit my body just that much better. Also, I can make about 7 holsters for the price of a single tier1 🤣

[@effu9375]

O'Neill hybrid shorts 🤙🏽🙏🏽🇵🇭🇺🇲 MABUHAY plus I swim in mine.

[@ronmatson5502]

I can't justify spending 75 dollars on shorts,buy a nice holster to go with what your wearing for the same price then you don't need 300$in shorts to not be a dirty fuck for a week and carry the same gun you would've for a 70-100 $ holster but don't need to worry about cleaning,wearing another pair of 75$shorts,than just switching a holster,name shorts that aren't stretchy if they're not cargo

[@graycattactical1614]

I'm not really sure I understand your comment. I believe these shorts were discontinued anyway, but I only paid 40 for mine.

[@ronmatson5502]

I just saw them on Facebook why I'm here,looked nice,had 5 colors with 20% off but thats what,15$ off,so 50 but when I have shorts for 4-12 dollars a pair that do THE SAME THING with a decent gun belt anyway,there just no way to justify these in my mind.

[@graycattactical1614]

@@ronmatson5502 oh, got it. I'm not sure if you're seeing the same product. As far as I've seen, they don't make these specific shorts anymore. Either way, different strokes. I'd definitely agree that people should invest in a proper holster and belt before budgeting for more shorts haha

[@ronmatson5502]

Not to many companies with quite such a kooky name,and like anything probably went under and somebody bought it for dirt most likley,likely, it is the same shorts hahaha

[@graycattactical1614]

@@ronmatson5502 for better or worse 5.11 is still in business and likely will be for years to come lol

[@No1BirdLawyer]

This is too much shit. If you go camping take a tourniquet, not if you go to the library. Help is not that unavailable that you needs one in public

[@graycattactical1614]

Too much, too little - depends on what you're willing to carry. Like I've said in other videos, I actually think I'm more likely to need my medical than I am to need my gun, but I carry both. The probability is very low, but if ever I did need either one, that need would be extremely significant. My hope with this video was to demonstrate that you could carry all this stuff in these shorts if you thought it was necessary. You certainly don't have to carry anything in your pockets if you don't feel like it.

[@No1BirdLawyer]

@@graycattactical1614 that's fair I guess, I wouldn't do this but to each their own