I wanted to start a thread for members to share their different setups and what works for them.  Who knows we may all learn from each other and get new ideas on solving some issue we may have with our own setups.  “It may look stupid to you, but if they’ve used it and it makes them a better shooter, then it’s not stupid.” - SF Major.  I’m going to name as much of my gear as possible, not to be some pretentious ass, but to make it easier if you’re interested in something to find it.

The base is a Ronin Tactics Shuto belt.  Starting at the top, the first pouch is a standard HDGI pistol mag pouch with a simple Fenix flashlight.  Though I don’t always need it, I mounted the 3x3 shell caddy for when I have to work the 12 gauge.  After that is a triple pistol mag pouch from Esstac for my VP9.  I purposely left a gap between the pistol mags and the .308 Esstac pouch for something special that’s coming.  The Esstac .308 pouch as an outer molle layer to which I attached my HSGI magnet dump pouch to.  Though it may look like it, it really doesn’t get in the way of the mags.  I bought a G-Code .308 pouch to see how it compares to other mag pouches like the HSGI or Esstac.  I have to say I’m a fan of the design, but the clips it comes with are a super pain in the ass to mount.  The molle clips the G-Code comes with, I think are over engineered with quad anchor points that make the pouch super solid, but very hard to change and move as you need to.  I’ve got my VP9 in a Comptac holster (Macsak converted me from HK’s Austrian cousins), and Blue Force Gear med kit. 

I wanted to start a thread for members to share their different setups and what works for them.  Who knows we may all learn from each other and get new ideas on solving some issue we may have with our own setups.  “It may look stupid to you, but if they’ve used it and it makes them a better shooter, then it’s not stupid.” - SF Major.  I’m going to name as much of my gear as possible, not to be some pretentious ass, but to make it easier if you’re interested in something to find it.

The base is a Ronin Tactics Shuto belt.  Starting at the top, the first pouch is a standard HDGI pistol mag pouch with a simple Fenix flashlight.  Though I don’t always need it, I mounted the 3x3 shell caddy for when I have to work the 12 gauge.  After that is a triple pistol mag pouch from Esstac for my VP9.  I purposely left a gap between the pistol mags and the .308 Esstac pouch for something special that’s coming.  The Esstac .308 pouch as an outer molle layer to which I attached my HSGI magnet dump pouch to.  Though it may look like it, it really doesn’t get in the way of the mags.  I bought a G-Code .308 pouch to see how it compares to other mag pouches like the HSGI or Esstac.  I have to say I’m a fan of the design, but the clips it comes with are a super pain in the ass to mount.  The molle clips the G-Code comes with, I think are over engineered with quad anchor points that make the pouch super solid, but very hard to change and move as you need to.  I’ve got my VP9 in a Comptac holster (Macsak converted me from HK’s Austrian cousins), and Blue Force Gear med kit.

 

Got a SOE Gear 2” Duty Belt.

From left to right a SOE CQB Pouch that holds 2 M4 mags with pistol mags on the sides. (When I attended a HDF pistol course I took it off in favor of traditional pistol mags), SOE flashlight pouch, Maxpedition dump pouch, SOE Gear Compact Tear Off Medical Pouch with affixed TQ at my 6 so I can access it with either arm, a spare SOE pistol pouch (usually use this at home with dry practice for one handed reloads, and a G-Code XST RTI holster for my G19.

its my first belt "loadout" and I looked around and talked to a few friends and took to heart what I may need. Only problem I had were these velcro pistol mag pouches that were too cumbersome to reload quickly, but if anything it was more of a training issue on my end and not dry practicing with them enough. I'd say my favorite pieces are the CQB pouch that lets me hold pistol and rifle mags in one general area with as much of a low profile as possible and the tear off med pouch.

Only thing missing is the multi-tool pouch that isnt pictured here that normally goes on the same side as my pistol. Trying to decide if a field knife is necessary tho ...

Great thread and food for discussion.  I like to try different things and see for myself what works, but also good to hear about others experiences with gear and also to learn about what is available.

I’ll share a few of my setups.

This is the belt that I currently use most often, and also the most recent setup.

Orion belt from Coyote Tactical Solutions
Inner Belt with cobra buckle from TRex
Esstac Pistol and Rifle pouches with KYWI inserts (from SKD)
First Spear SSE pouch (SKD)
Tactical Tailor TQ pouch with CAT TQ
Streamlight Protac 2L-X in HSGI pistol taco
Safariland 7TS with QLS attachment and 2” drop
TRex Holster stabilizer strap

Sometimes I have a knife on the front of the belt  I also have a Blie Force year Micro Trauma Kit pouch that will be on the back where the dump pouch is now. Just haven’t put it on. I have a bunch of holsters with QLS forks for different handguns.

Like the thinner profile of this belt. 2 rows molle as opposed to 3 for HSGI. Also lighter than HSGI.

Still getting used to this belt setup, especially the mag pouches that have more retention than I’m used to with the HSGI tacos.

Also use an inner belt. I use an Volund Atlas inner belt. It’s flat and well suited for an inner belt. Can also use for CC belt.

One of my oldest and lightest setups.

US Grunt Gear Contractor’s belt and Velcro inner belt
USGG double pistol pouch for Glock mags
USGG double AR mag pouch
Tactical Tailor dump pouch
TT TQ pouch and CAT TQ
Streamlight Protac 2L-X in HSGI pistol taco
TRex Ragnarok for G17
Safariland QLS with duty drop and leg stabilizer

USGG makes excellent stuff, but they aren’t cheap and they often have a long wait time.

One of my older setups too and well used. Good for when you need to wear warmer clothing.

HSGI Sure Grip Padded Belt and Cobra inner belt
HSGI pistol and rifle tacos
CSM dump pouch
Dark Angel med kit
Safariland SLS with G-Code RTI attachment and duty drop

I really like G-Code and HSGI stuff, but have found Safariland QLS better for me, at least for now.

Will probably sell this belt soon.

My Battle Belt - been using this set up for over 5 years, works for me 

Battle Belt - High Speed Gear
Cobra Riggers Belt - Shellback Tactical
Mag Pouches - Esstac with Kywi inserts
IFAK - Blue Force Gear
Dump Pouch - Blue Force Gear
Holster - G-Code with drop platform

Mark, been texting you bro but henry said i aint replying to you lol. I got an android, so if your using imessage, uh turn it off. My old phone was an apple.

Anyways..

I have multiple belts

Oldest being a brokos belt (big mistake bought many years ago)

5.11 duty belt as the base belt?
(Brokos belt is just a platform)
Als holster tlr1
Emdom dump pouch (bulky and stiff, good for an extreme loadout)
Kywi and tac tailor magna pistol pouches
1x kywi ar15 mag pouch
Vtac scissor suspenders (trust me you need this!)
Spare bfg mini dump pouch (for whatevs)
1x bfg ar15 mag pouch (can put whatever inside which is why i love it. Can hold a CAT, or RAT Or multi tool)

My recent belt
Blue alpha gear belt with inner belt
Als holster tlr1
Kywi mag pouches.  Rifle and pistol
Tac tailor dump pouch
Spare bfg dump pouch
Double bfg ar15 mag pouch. 1 is used for a CAT

I usually run 3 pistol pouches and 1x rifle pouch. Although 1 of my other rigs has a double kywi (stacked version ar15 mag pouch.)

I have mid ride with qls adapters for all my belts so i can change holsters to whatever belt i want or need.

I always have those sterile gauze rubber banded to a cat or rat. Anything else would be in my chest rig.

I got 3 other belts inbetween my first and last. But tired of typing already 🙃

Vest and belt

I'm putting a belt together, I'm tired of using the flimsy nylon belts.  Trying to make a multipurpose belt for different types of shooting for combat competitions, USPSA, classes, and something I can throw on quickly at home.

I started out with the Ronin Shuto gun belt using the velcro inner belt for regular shooting, and a HSGI micro grip belt panel for emergency use at home.  Using Esstac Kywi pistol and rifle magazine pouches along with bladetech and safariland clip in shotshell caddys and additional pistol pouches for USPSA.  I'll be using safariland, bladetech, and speedbeez holsters using the QLS attachment system and  I'm waiting for the QUBL system to come out this month which allows forholster  height adjustments so I can be USPSA height and belt distance legal and can lower it for combat type shooting. 

IFAK will probably be a Coyote Tactical STOMP that I'll wear in the back, but it's out of stock.  Might consider the Blue Force micro ifak.

Mernickle rigs, 4 1/2" SSA plus 12ga belt...   

Hi guys,

nice setups BTW!!

but just curious, besides pistol holster and mag holders, what's the purpose of using a mag dump pouch?

Also, I would need an inner and outer belt right?  I think I'm about a 38-40 waist now...

I'm thinking of making a range belt so I can participate with HDF's open shooting when kokohead opens.

Any feedback appreciated

Mahalos everybody

Hi guys,

nice setups BTW!!

but just curious, besides pistol holster and mag holders, what's the purpose of using a mag dump pouch?

Also, I would need an inner and outer belt right?  I think I'm about a 38-40 waist now...

I'm thinking of making a range belt so I can participate with HDF's open shooting when kokohead opens.

Any feedback appreciated

Mahalos everybody

One practical reason is you might want to hang onto any mags you ejected during a tactical reload.  Those rounds might come in handy if you cycle through all your mags.  Another would be that, in a real hostile environment, you don't want to lose the empties.  Dump pouches are a convenient way to stow them during reloads.  Trying to squeeze them back into your carrier can be (1) difficult, and (2) confusing if you accidentally reach for one that's already empty.

Realistically, for training, it's just a convenient place to carry empties rather than having to police them up later.

One practical reason is you might want to hang onto any mags you ejected during a tactical reload.  Those rounds might come in handy if you cycle through all your mags.  Another would be that, in a real hostile environment, you don't want to lose the empties.  Dump pouches are a convenient way to stow them during reloads.  Trying to squeeze them back into your carrier can be (1) difficult, and (2) confusing if you accidentally reach for one that's already empty.

Realistically, for training, it's just a convenient place to carry empties rather than having to police them up later.

AHHH!!  Okay

When I watch tactical shooting vidoes, I've always seen people just drop the mags on the ground that's why...

But good to know, so sounds like a must

1) but just curious, besides pistol holster and mag holders, what's the purpose of using a mag dump pouch?

2) Also, I would need an inner and outer belt right?  I think I'm about a 38-40 waist now...

1) For storing snacks. 

Nah it’s pretty much another pocket, but easier and faster to get to. Especially useful for classes when I want more mags and ammo on me and want to limit going back an forth. Useful for other stuff as well, but not really realistic for me.

2) You’ll have plenty of options still. I have shooting buddies in that size range.  Whether you need an inner/outlet belt depends on what basic setup you want to start with. Velcro needs inner/outer. Padded belts can be standalone.

AHHH!!  Okay

When I watch tactical shooting vidoes, I've always seen people just drop the mags on the ground that's why...

But good to know, so sounds like a must

Those may be emergency/slide lock reloads with completely empty magazines.  Or IPSC competitions where they will dump partially empty magazines to save on time for a better score.

All training schools that I know of teach tactical reloads where you save partially empty magazines that still contain rounds.  For a civilian scenario with a limited round count, a dump pouch isn't necessary.  You can put the mags in your pocket.

Hey Thanks drck1000 and zippz

I appreciate the feedback!!

Any of you guys know where or who I should go to sign up for some tactical classes??  Hopefully not $300 kind...

 

Hey Thanks drck1000 and zippz

I appreciate the feedback!!

Any of you guys know where or who I should go to sign up for some tactical classes??  Hopefully not $300 kind...

 

You should table that question until after May .... 

Hey Thanks drck1000 and zippz

I appreciate the feedback!!

Any of you guys know where or who I should go to sign up for some tactical classes??  Hopefully not $300 kind...

 

There's at least a couple of threads on training.  I have one and I think Zips as well.  Check out those, ask questions, etc.  Feel free to DM me if you want.  Happy to help. 

There are some formal classes available locally, but they aren't that often.  Like FJ said, hopefully after May things will get back going on those. 

What are some things you're interested in getting training for? 

There's at least a couple of threads on training.  I have one and I think Zips as well.  Check out those, ask questions, etc.  Feel free to DM me if you want.  Happy to help. 

There are some formal classes available locally, but they aren't that often.  Like FJ said, hopefully after May things will get back going on those. 

What are some things you're interested in getting training for?

Basic range belt setups, drawing and firing for both pistols and rifles...

I have a friend that does competition shooting on Sundays and he always invited me, but it was football season at the time...

Ever since I’ve been out of work and no sports going on, been looking into this and getting very curious about competing...  the only thing I’m worried about is Ammo cost