Making Our Plate Carrier Better | AC0 and AC1.5

[@TREXARMS]

If you're not first, you're last.

[@TREXARMORY]

I threw Grandpas war medals off the bridge!

[@danielweissenborn3508]

I wanna go fast!

[@calebblock4776]

@@TREXARMORY oh my 8 pound 6 ounce baby Jesus

[@oskar6661]

If you're not first, you're round-about 1070th.

[@cannabiskiisdead5360]

Yeah no more 1.5 in stock lol it's good tho

[@randyjustin4408]

When you tell me I probably don’t need to buy your products, the honesty makes me want to buy it more

[@chazvegas_]

This! I feel it in my plums sir!

[@jdm06types]

I’m one of the 30K who purchased. I’m a professional larper & the carrier has held up well for my basic needs. Civilian supporting civilians in the 2A space 🇺🇸 proud to be part of the Trex movement

[@TREXARMORY]

We appreciate the support!!!

[@jordanwerzinski1574]

I'm happy to see the updates. I sold my AC1 because of the straight shoulder straps, and I'm glad to see the angle added in. 👍

[@TheAucbared]

I had to return my order. Those straps gave me a headache there was so much pressure on my neck/traps. Hopefully the new one will work out better

[@tarandfeatherem]

@@TheAucbared i one wrapped mine and made them swivel a little better. snugs up the plate and gave me comms solutions i didnt have.

[@Ghillie-bp6tl]

Amazing video explaining the "why" behind improvements. Keep this coming.

[@bradleyj365]

That new velcro field is awesome. Every single time I pull up my placard it rips my tourniquet holder off. Glad you solved this small but frustrating problem.

[@RamAlambaDingDong]

Reddit is going to have a field day with this for whatever reason

[@heisman01]

Reddit is so aggressively gay I can’t understand how it exists.

[@Nach0s187]

@@heisman01it’s a bunch of gear nerds who stay on Reddit all day 😂

[@MiseryDuke69]

if lucas so much as breathes wrong reddit implodes in a shit fit

[@TREXARMORY]

It’s pretty funny 😂

[@joesackmann5589]

Telling people they dont need to buy the new stuff if they already have the previous versions or a similar product is a good sentiment. Just because something us slightly better doesn't always justify spending money on it when you can spend that elsewhere on other gaps in capability.

[@evilminion8825]

I unfortunately sold my OG AC1 years ago cus of the straight shoulder straps in favor of a Ferro Slickster. Glad to see Trex has taken this into consideration. May have to try this new one someday.

[@brentjacobs7083]

Never heard a business man say that you don’t need to get this product. To me, that’s good business. I’m not being sarcastic. I appreciate the message and what you guys are doing. Love that your local too.

[@jkellyid]

God bless your company. Crusty Catholic here. Just feel like you understand both the times but also our history and appreciate your companies leadership.

[@LoneCrusader]

A fellow Catholic! Good to see!

[@KerryDSC]

It's awesome to see you guys value your customers feedback and make improvements on your gear. I like how you explain your "why" when it comes to your process in designing your products. that is important and shows you guys put a lot of thought into making improvements!

[@MrBuckeye767]

Been with yall from almost the very beginning. Purchase almost all my medical supplies from you all! Love what yall represent! On a side note, can we PLEASE get some more “treasures of the orient”

[@tmgjurassic3738]

The AC0 actually looks like a really good fit for me, looking forward to trying it out.

[@americanvindictashow]

Thanks for always innovating and challenging the status quo’s of the tactical realm.

[@TRNCHWRF4R]

I have the AC Uno, she’s done great. I have a crye spc. The Trex Carriers are better for configurable. I like having the swift clips up front because I use them to hang a backpack on the rear and then swift clips on side of my placards to my side backpack straps.

[@greggullett1272]

Always helping those of us who don't know what we don't know

[@bry-p-rod]

This is dope, I have the ac1 and the 1.5 would be awesome upgrade! Thanks for what y’all are doing keep it up !!

[@frank.preacher]

this is a welcome product improvement! excited for you guys

[@pjbarney9580]

very cool well thought out ideas!... as usual. keep up the good work yall!

[@dylanplotner5145]

This is awsome. The AC1.5 comes out on my b-day. :)

[@watchman2293]

When is your birthday?

[@USpatriot741776]

Definitely going to pick up one of those 5.56 placards.

[@ridingwithrooster4762]

I really like the new mods to the new ac1.5. I really like there is more then 1 carrier available now. But I wish you guys made a phone holder for atac on ur chest or a attachment for the velcro section on your chest to use other companies phone mounts.

[@billygalarzasalgado1596]

You guys should also sell the cummerbund individually. Or give the option to spec out a AC

[@spinetanium3296]

Same with the 1.5 shoulder pads. I had some crap dug out of my shoulder after buying my AC1. Some more cushioning would be nice.

[@TREXARMORY]

We will be. Hopefully by Q1 of next year for some items and Q2 for the rest

[@_JEBUS]

​@@spinetanium3296I put ferro shoulder socks in mine. They look low profile like the original but double the padding.

[@patrickm.blanchard8497]

These are quality of life adjustments that all major plate carrier makers should be making sure they address.

[@Jack_Jones716]

love the wings idea cant wait for the release

[@StriderCZ]

Definitely keeping a tab on the AC0 for a potential slick work/duty carrier. Was considering the AC1, but it wasn't truly slick in the same way.

[@TheEightiethTarget]

That 1.5.... damn. It's like someone read my mind. A solid 85% of ideas I've wished to put in one carrier for years now.

[@goobertoober95]

Like him or hate him, Lucas and T-Rex Arms makes some of the most incredible gear on the market!

[@mr2cotton]

Lol I just bought the AC1 like 2 weeks ago 😂 love it so far....but that ac 1.5 looks fire 🔥.

[@delowery87]

You had me at "You're an absolute beast of a human"

[@EmberArcher]

What was the groin protector 4:35? I need to change mine out for a larger one like that

[@AncientGloom]

I'm not sure which one he's using specifically in the video, but a company called WETWRX (formally Parashooter Gear) sells a large IIIA groin protector.

[@EmberArcher]

@AncientGloom that's the one I have, it's very well built and I like it but it covers really just my abdomen and some pelvis, not long enough to cover... Everything else lol

[@AncientGloom]

@@EmberArcher They sell 2 sizes. The big version is 12" x 15". Is that the one you have? I think the big version is a newer addition to their product line, but I'm not sure.

[@EmberArcher]

@AncientGloom I didn't realize they had two sizes so it's possible I got it before they made the larger one, I'll look into it thanks!

[@TREXARMORY]

This is the SKD one

[@Chineseguilt]

I do wish y'all made these in XL. As a 6'5 man I am doomed to wear 11x14 plates lol

[@bluegrass4840]

Right there with you and I have a long torso.

[@marshallbrumfield]

Stoked for the side armor cummerbund!!!

[@JasnoCreed]

this looks super sick actually, the 1.5 has some nice qol changes and so long as it sticks near to the og pricepoint i see it serving a good purpose

[@rickypickles2219]

I wish more companies dug through their comments and reviews and made changes based on tht ......

[@reconwarrior1]

Fantastic update to the product. Love when a company works to improve their products. I didn't see any mention of being able to hook a TAPS or TRAPS to it? Is it not designed to carry that?

[@cj3861]

Oh a new trex video. Better get ready to watch. *turns up max brightness on phone*

[@TheSuperBomb]

It happens a lot in the medical industry. But they won't tell you about it. Thank you for being honest on the manufacturing origins from a bad supplier.

[@justcallmejoeable]

Will the AC1.5 cummerbund be available for purchase by itself? And will it be compatible with our current AC1s?

[@TREXARMORY]

Sometime next year. And yes, it’ll be compatible

[@brad_1388_]

Really looking forward to that side armour cummerbund!

[@jasonheishman5871]

Why remove the option to have swift clip placards on the ac0? With repair buckles wouldn’t it be easy to take off the buckle to make it super slick again? It just seems like an easy way to allow more customization options.

[@borrago]

Indeed, you are correct.

[@BrandonWells-un5pn]

17:26 What cummberbund is that the molle one

[@ghost8six]

carrier looks great. I like the changes. I might be rare for this, but I hate the cummerbund. I personally just want ar15 mag pouches only, like 3 on each side like the spiritus systems cummerbund. To each their own. The 3 different size pouches might really be loved and if so, great. I'd love to see different options in the future though.

[@thestacche6898]

i want an in-between the new 0 and 1.5 lol and why no velcro patch on the 0, great stuff though as usual

[@stephensackreiter8269]

What brand of groin protection was that? @ 6:38?

[@Rb889]

Still one issue with the shoulder straps. Free-floating pads suck noodle, it isn't expensive or difficult to add a patch of loop to the bottom, and it's such a nice QoL thing to not have them sliding around. There are aftermarket solutions, either sewing it yourself, using adhesive, or dedicated adapters for velcro sandwich straps... But it's such a cheap thing to add during production that there's little reason not to have it. I'm kinda "meh" about adding a knock off of the Crye AVS system, it's really not much lower profile than G-hooks, but it's a pain to add or remove. Not sure if the cost is worthwhile. If y'all are all-in on low-pro, something like an elastic tenspeed placard that sits completely flush when empty might be a good option to have. Although, the new placard with velcro up front looks like it would be good enough, and more convenient to don/doff. The added layer of hook/loop for wings is... okay, I guess? Seems like a solution in search of a problem to me, seeing as what, 75% of folks use some kind of QD cummerbund these days? The added bulk shouldn't be an issue for most, but I've hit the point of using a ten-speed placard, usually kept empty, in lieu of kywis up front, and using a DZ rig for LBE over slick armor. Not as cool-guy fast, but holy shit, it is so much nicer to not have all that shit sticking out when doing anything other than shooting. I do like the cummerbund design, I really liked the original AC1's, too, though I'd like to see them in multiple sizes and with QD options. Not a necessity, but it's a nice setup that would be more popular with QD's. Side note, I tried ditching QD's and using velcro-front kywis under a basic elastic cummerbund, it's a surprisingly clean setup, and that's what I would recommend to anyone planning on getting the AC1.5, either with the older kywi placard, or the new one that can do bungees or kywis. The other changes look like nice improvements to me. Not sure if I'll try one out, especially at $240, that's a bit much for a test fit. With the AC1, I couldn't get the plates to ride at the right height, even after sucking in the straps as far as I could without choking myself out.

[@cjphillips90]

Will you make it in wolf grey?

[@t-broker]

15:27 - any ID of the gloves?

[@IrishPunisher]

Really looking for a means to mount phone to the upper chest, with or without Molle Will this be considered in future AC designs?

[@Justalittleguy72]

When is the side mollo coming out ?? I want it

[@ryanvalencia1027]

AC Uno owner here. I have a made in Mexico tag put in my front placard 😅

[@mokasenpai]

Hoping to see a triple flap placard compatible with the ACO/AC1 soon.

[@lucasblanchard47]

AC1 has been great so far for my equipped civilian training. AC0 would be great for an even slicker and compact setup to keep in a vehicle. I dig it. Also, Lucas, which watch and band are you wearing in this video?? Looks sharp, I’m a huge sucker for orange accent colors haha!

[@TREXARMORY]

This is a Lum Tech. A nice piece

[@lucasblanchard47]

@ very nice.

[@nickrucker3562]

honestly the extra field of loop is pretty clutch. that's one of my big complaints with the slickster is that my entire setup gets wonky when i rip off the placcard

[@ToxicNova5]

I already have a slick carrier but very interested in the side armor cummerbund! Only real option for hard and soft is velocity systems and they need an update.

[@stevenfuchs2548]

Will there be any up graded items we can add to our AC1s to at least make them AC 1.25s?

[@isaacrhodes4617]

will you guys be adding additional camo options?

[@AricWilisch]

Good to see. Will the updated cummerbund be available to purchase separately?

[@TREXARMORY]

Yep! Sometime next year

[@scottharris2942]

Is there any way to make this carrier work with plates that have a swimmer cut?

[@wbflashover]

Looks very nice. Why did you "boneyard" the 5" cummerbund? Was it for the new material? These look like 5" on the 1.5 and 0. As always Lucas and Team, your content and products are spot on.

[@erikt19g5]

I’m interested in the AC-0. My one question is, what does that model have over, say, the Stealth Carrier from 221B Tactical?

[@ballisticbeard7]

The what? Never heard of that

[@billygalarzasalgado1596]

What time are the 1.5 dropping ?

[@CHSBWNG]

Yessss I was thinking about buying the AC1 but now I might just buy both the 0 and 1.5 lol I actually wanted something more lo vis than the AC1, now I can have both lo vis and more features. When is the launch?

[@timoanez4668]

Man looks great, how about adding some type pocket to add level III to the cummerbund.

[@blairellis642]

What’s the starting price going to be on the AC 1.5?

[@alexanderbowles8744]

I really wish I could use this for work. Right now I’m running a quad flap rig over a slick MSV

[@mstott22lax]

Are the new cumberbunds backward compatible with the ac1?

[@WearilyCorrect]

9:23 that’s a good comeback to someone who yaps lol

[@coyote.precision.tactical]

How about a molle backed rear bag?

[@TREXARMORY]

At some point, we will

[@Partizan292]

​@@TREXARMORYPlease do so, it's important to have options for attaching hydration systems. Love your gear and want an AC1/1.5 but need a PC I can attach hydration bladders to. GOBBLESS

[@gailgaycotter5402]

Very informative, yet confusing (for someone who has never owned this type of equipment)! What are the chances of someone making a 'road trip' and being outfitted by one of your folks?

[@ParanormalNODS]

Can't wait to get one

[@malikfarris1727]

Does any of these have side plates ?

[@americanbassin2648]

Any idea on zevtec slide restocks?

[@the_digital_nomads]

My modular is modular. Love it

[@rayfinlayusmc]

Could the ac1 be upgraded with the 1.5's cummerbund?

[@emac4925]

Always innovating for quality!! Fk yeah

[@Legionnaire.darcfour]

What watch are you wearing brother?

[@Morty_Williams]

Isnt the AC0 just the Haley Thorax Incog minus the velcro id panel? I mean even the custom placard is the same but instead of 2 strips its 4?

[@ballisticbeard7]

Isn’t the Haley Thorax Incog just the AC1 without swift clips, a multi cell cummerbund, and padded shoulder sleeves?

[@Morty_Williams]

@ballisticbeard7 Nah, I'd say the Thorax Incog is closer to the ferro slickster. The panel system here is like a hybrid from the Haley carrier and the ones they designed for crye. This design is also similar to the crye LVS, though it doesn't hold soft armor. This industry is built on companies inspiring each other. Look at why trex has open source designs. But I don't see the improvement on design from the Haley to the AC0 I normally see on trex products.

[@ballisticbeard7]

@@Morty_Williams I guess it depends on what you see as an improvement

[@TedyHere]

AC0 will be perfect for me.. I run chest rigs and having 1 plate carrier for my 4 different rigs works a lot better for me.

[@JimEagle5.56]

Very nice. 👍🏻

[@practicepractice2329]

Great product!!!!!!!!!

[@billygalarzasalgado1596]

Are you guys restocking yote ac1

[@andresortiz6332]

How do I run side armor on my OG AC1?

[@calebblock4776]

Should we expect the AC1 to be put up on the boneyard section of the website at all?

[@TREXARMS]

Probably at some point...

[@justaguypassingthrough4188]

I need to set up a way to just give you guys my paycheck. It’s already going to you already.

[@SirBoofington]

Any arid multicam AC1s left in the back in a hidden box some where? will help me LARP harder

[@MoonMoon-gu2ge]

Fuel for the algorithm 🚀

[@paowerhouse92]

Are the AC0 and AC1.5 going to replace and phase out AC1s altogether? Or will all three plate carriers still be offered for sale? Maybe AC1s will be modified with the new materials? 17:41 Did he just say Side Plate Armor?!?! YeeAAAAHHH BAY-BAY!!!

[@TREXARMORY]

Getting phased out all together. Eventually there will be an AC3

[@paowerhouse92]

@@TREXARMORYOh. Wow.😮

[@CesarAlvarez-n7r]

are you ever going to sell the ac1 or the ac1.5 5"inch cummerbund separately? you had it at one point ranger green. one dat went to buy it and it was no longer there and I have not seen it again. I NEED IT! lol as I am a very small 6'6 300 pounds. Love what you guys do, Keep it up!!

[@TREXARMORY]

Yes, I think that will be a thing by Q2 of next year. Possibly sooner

[@CesarAlvarez-n7r]

@@TREXARMORY I'll be patiently waiting!!!

[@lbg59mp]

looked like an mbav from the thumbnail. dope

[@ojsimpsonize]

Keep up the good work

[@christianbell4572]

When are you going to make it bigger like 11x14

[@watchthe8s]

Shoulders canted on both versions?

[@TREXARMORY]

Yep!

[@anthonyantohe2227]

Maybe these will even come out in Size XL for taller/athletic prepared citizens?

[@CyberKatze]

Why don't you use lasercut molle? It is more economical for mass production

[@AncientGloom]

It really isn't. Talk to some gear manufacturers, they'll tell you the cost savings of things like laser cut PALS/MOLLE are minimal.

[@kreeperskid]

You notice he says "It wasn't enough to make it an AC3 or AC4"... does this mean an AC2 is in the works?

[@USpatriot741776]

Proud AC Uno owner

[@tyronejackson6593]

40% price increase seems steep for the AC1.5 vs the AC1. I’ve been on the fence about the AC1 for a while but I might grab one before they’re gone.

[@TREXARMORY]

We have included a lot of upgrades which affected the price. Companies making a similar product are up to $300 in some cases. We believe the price is solid for what this comes with while being American made.

[@tyronejackson6593]

@ Fair enough. I actually agree that you guys are still coming in below most of the competition, good on you for that. I just think the value was so good on the AC1, it’s more appealing to me personally. Thanks for responding though I love the content and work you guys do. Keep it up.

[@borrago]

Glad I got my AC 1/Uno when I did...the AC 1.5 is too overt, and the AC 0 doesn't have ID panels or a useful cummerbund. You shouldn't discontinue the AC 1 untill there is an AC 2 (or 3) with all the same features(improved) to replace it.