I wish he’d remaster a lot of these gear vids. I’m sure he has learned a lot more about the subject

I love your dry sense of humor, very much my style. People can never tell when I'm joking or being serious.

"No need to have things you don't need, right guys?" R-right.*Shoves half my kit under the bed.*

Great point about training with your gear. I always told my soldiers, "You don't know what you don't know until you know what you don't know".

rule number 1. look cool. rule number 2. know what youre doing. rule number 3. if you dont know what you're doing, look cool doing it. keep up the good content, not sure why i hadn't seen your channel before.

I was an FMF Corpsman. IFAKs are great and a must have for pretty much everyone. Even if you don't know how to use it the Medic or Corpsman responding to you will know how to use it.

Seen a lot of youtube "tactical" channels and I must say this is one of the very few where I'm like, "OK, I need to do everything this guy is saying" .. I copied this belt setup and it is EXCELLENT. I went with the UBL loop, QLS, and a Safariland holster w/ ALS without the hood... Just about a perfect setup. Thanks for the help man. Awesome vids. Keep it up.

The main reason why I wear my Chem-lights... because the 1SG said so. If you have any questions just follow your local SOP.

I like dump pouches to carry my snacks.

This dude is awesome. Pure sarcastic operator.

A good rule of thumb I was taught by Zach Harrison of Northern Red, was the let your shooting arm hang naturally and swing your hand back and forth slightly and your finger tips should be able to go under your holster. If the holster in below that you need to bring it up. I use a mid ride holster as well.

This was immensely helpful as I continue to design my rig and belt setup! For my rifle setup I carry and train with a dump pouch because I retain spent mags. (I re-index partially spent mags) it’s my training preference. It adds bulk that I’m comfortable with.

Great advice! I'm a basement operator and your guidance saves me lots of time since I rarely get to go out and run around with my gear. The battle belt systems work well for me since I don't use plate carriers. I keep it simple and light by carrying ammo and ifak only. Cheers!

I really like the idea of keeping chem lights on the belt line. I use green, yellow, and red chem lights and have been thinking about ways to keep a couple more handy for our group's SOPs (red for wounded, green signals a clear room or obstacle, yellow signals a danger zone, like say a car bomb that had been defused but not destroyed, for example (bad example, but you get the point)). I tie them off with a small loop of 550 cord which is super handy to then tie it off to the signalled item. Just wanted to share, help the knowledge boat flow, and all.

love these vids his humour is great and he is extremely knowledgeable about his gear

Great advice and I love the thought put into your setup, it's giving me great ideas for my own equipment. I built my warbelt based on my experience in Afghanistan. In my case, my job was to be the command photographer. So I'd be taking my armor on and off constantly, with all my primary magazines on my vest, I had 1 in my rifle and two secondary magazines on my belt. All the PSOs I was working with had warbelts so they'd have their gear when they were walking around and I really liked that. I also liked the security of having a full vest and because I was mostly being flown everywhere weight wasn't much of an issue. More and more I'm seeing infantry and special forces go to plate carriers and I'm debating getting one or going all out on an IOTV. (for personal fun and practice since my unit won't get issued anything unless we deploy again.) I like that you mentioned the leg strap on pistol holsters. I was issued a serpa holster that went half way down my knee, had to take off one strap and lift it up to a reasonable position on my leg. Anyway, cheers!

I'm really glad to have this video and similar from other serious gun tubers. I no longer setup my belt with cool stuff and can now really wrap my mind around why some gear goes in the pack. Multitool. ..

When you said you had an old video of 17 minutes of staring at your crotch I just had to check it out ! 😂

I love this dude. He's extremely helpful and genuine, but throws in the same dry/self depricating humor I share all without coming off fake or snarky.

The Blue Force Gear Micro Trauma Kit Now is an excellent piece of equipment for a belt kit. Our Tactical response team uses it and they love it.

I’m here for the unwavering crotch shot. Thanks for pointing this out in your newest video- got the next 18 minutes of my life figured out.

I use a 2.25" black cow leather belt made by an Amish leather maker in Pennsylvania and it provides enough ground and strength to put whatever you want on it..... It looks like a old school police duty belt, but man it is an all your life secure belt.

I was a Marine, still a police officer and SWAT TEAM member. I use my Condor elite Tactical belt with the cobra buckle! It's great. My patrol belt is a Safariland basket weave pouches on my Safariland basket weave 94 buckles belt. I have Safariland basket weave triple retention holsters on both belts. I use my Marine Corps 67 M 14 pouches not a dump pouch. My hand cuffs, duty light, and scabbard for my 21 ASP AND MY GERBER.

G-Code's Softshell Scorpion Mag Carriers are hands down the best. Especially after they repriced them @ $19.99 per carrier. I love how the rifle one can accept AR & AK mags with zero modification / adjustment needed.

Hardcore operating in your basement! Haha 😂

Such a soothing voice. I almost fell asleep watching the video even though it's interesting as hell :)

Really like hearing what you have to say about specific things, keep making the videos bud you're making a difference ~

The best, detailed video on a belt setup out there!! Thank you.

Hi GT, Thanks for the great information. Ever thought of doing a video on the first aid kit, what items should be in it, and how to use these items? Kind regards, Will

Love your videos man 🤘🏽

I like your channel because I'm a cool guy, I like war belts for the ease of wearing, goes over anything. , and I can put it on in seconds and be ready to be awesome and Gucci. Seriously love the info and your channel

To prevent mobility issues with warbelts, many people use them with much lower size then them really fits. In this case front side did't covered with molle, pad or some gear and can't influent on your leg movement. It's a good feature to use warbelts with minimal size ever exists.

"Less claims to the VA" - great quote

Dump pouches remind me of fishing nets, you quite literally catch anything and everything except what you're actually trying to catch

Just discovered your vids, keep up the great work! Loving the dry humor, and I am guessing you have experience over in the sandbox. I like hearing your "how and why" over just the "do this" stuff. Keep it up!

Don't delete the Vid. Critically informative. Thank you for posting.

fuggg I'm running a usgi gun belt and a m12 holster with a pbr bottle upside down in it where did my life go this wrong???

Do you plan on doing a video about SERE or E&E gear you use/recommend?

love having my crye belt with Ifak, utility pouch, holster and a some extra mag pouches. I do kinda regret not going for FirstSpear and their 6/12 system, and the metal buckle. But I tend to love anything from Crye and FirstSpear

Love your sense of humor. You earned a sub. And you're setup tells me you actually use your gear.

#1 I think you're really handsome.... #2 I'm LE and work 5 days a week with 20 pounds on my waist everyday. I totally feel ya on the minimalist mindset. If I get that call (like what happend to us on Oct 1 in Vegas) I absolutely need to throw on a rifle plate....that being said it's going on OVER my 20 pounds of shit in already have on. It's not pretty. To all the guys who want to look cool....check yourself. Go light. Go fast. If it doesnt help in in that 15 minutes of hell breaking loose...dump it. Great vid bro. Fcuk I wish my waist was that skinny again. Btw....QLS is the shit....us it folks.

You know, underwear is no joke. I was trained, back in the late mesolithic age, to wear UDT shorts as underwear, under utility/BDU trousers. I still employ a variation on this in my civilian work gear. It provides extra protection to the entire area, ventilates (you're free-balling), and dries acceptably in the event that you get wet. Anyone know of any improvements on this old SOP?

As a point man in Afghan on night patrols, I cut IR chem sticks open and dripped them to show the path I had taken. Not that I could really clear the trail of IED's at night, but it was what we had.

keep it up bro, love the videos, and I enjoy when you throw out stuff about the military.

Excellent videos, youtube needs more videos without flashy bullshit. Do you carry a knife, can you tell us something about that?

Talking about SOE hah. The customer service isn't terrible so long as you're not complaining unnecessarily.

Just wanted to say thank you for the insights behind this. It certainly helps.

SOE belts are badass I've had one and worn it for a year straight it's just as rigid as the day I got it!

Yea I was in the Finnish army, now I just play airsoft but do look cool af while doing it :P

What pouch are you using for your Ifaks on your kit?

Aww, SOE was fantastic when I dealt with them. The messed up my last order but were totally awesome about it. I LOVE there belts though.

This guy is awesome, really gets you thinking about your gear....

Could you make a "sniper" pack setup if possible ?

When did you wake up and say to yourself "I'm going to become the living personification of tacticool"? i want to learn

Outstanding videos. Humor, common sense, more humor. I'm hooked.

I use the original soe gear rigid belt for use with my duty belt. It has a kydex insert and can stand up on its own. I have found that the more rigid the belt the better it holds up to the weight of all the gear.

When you're running and gunning,those glow sticks are gonna destroy your Johnson.

"I'm sure in about a week for now I'm going to look back in this video and I'm going to delete it, because I hate myself." 99% of us here.

Great videos man! Love the info, dad jokes, and sense of humor!

Great advice! I almost spit out my drink when you said "hard core operating in your basement" LOL. The dry humor is awesome!

Dude, good info, good tempo, straight to the point, thank you.

This guys humor and sarcasm is pretty great. I've seen only a couple of his videos. Would like to know more about his background.

So Glad I found your channel. I am learning so much. on a major re-jig of my gear after watching your vids.

thanks buddy good video. spent 10 years infantry and it seemed like i could never get it perfect or i was always changing my setup. i guess at the end of the day you gotta do what works for you and your body type.

Best video I've seen on this issue. Thanks

Hey Garand!! Just bought the Pekan VITKA-DR Belt. Once I get it in hands I will post what I think about it! Thank you for the recommendation.

"I like the 80's vibe" loved it.

Dig your humor! Just found your channel and really like it. Thanks

I wore/wear my plate carrier clean and a separate, and war belt with suspenders over it , no pouches in the front. well I do have my hydration bag/pouch on the back of the carrier. It just makes things easier for me.

I by no means am an operator but I do like the HSGI Battle Belt because I can just throw it on without having to deal with belt loops, feeding mag carriers and my holster. It does impede movement a little but for the classes I've taken it's been an OK option.

I'm setting up a range belt and I'm going with a Maxpedtition Mega dump. I have take a few tactical training courses and I'm pretty sure I'll find it useful during these type of classes; we shall see. Also thinking about having custom kydex belt case made for my smartphone.... again.. this a range belt set-up.

I don't have any military experience. I found this video very informative. Subscribed. :-D

I really like my tyr tactical gunfighter. It's a lot like the ronin with the molle webbing, but it doesn't fit in your belt loops, it uses a velcro inner belt system.

I don't know how it took me so long to find this channel. Excellent! Only thing: I prefer to use a second belt for carrying stuff. This way, when you finally get some fresh food after eating MRE's for 3 weeks straight, you don't drop your gun in... 3 weeks worth of MREs, and maybe crayons.

New to ur channel & love the subtle humor. I've subbed.

These videos are awesome and super helpful.

Oh, and the AWS Light Assaulter's Belt is perfect for a setup like this.

I just use a coyote brown LBT riggers belt with a cobra buckle. All I keep on it is my detachable Safariland holster and spare pistol mag pouch(es).

i dont know how you dont have 100k+ subs, your channel is amazing.

Awesome stuff dude. Loving the recent gear videos

I love you practicality and minimalistic approach to gear setup. It definitely made me thing about my current array. The plug, stop, and make hole is a simple and great way to think. What is your military/LE background? I am a military instructor and plan on doing it once I retire too.

Excellent and valid points made! Has me rethinking on some issues. *thumbs up!*

I love your dry sense of humor!!!

Great video brother . I have an old LBE vest but I plan on switching my rig . I think a SADF style vest will fit my needs better . for my first line I have my field knife and my EDC .

I dig it coz you're not using them fat type battle belts. I'm cool with the minimalist approach coz I got teh belt setup, then the chest rig, and the backpack. Im not a slouch, but I'm man enough to admit that the whole thing is gonna be heavy. yeah yeah, I'll get back into shape. love ya man

Am using my old (but looks new) SOE EDC Belt w/Cobra Belt Buckle for my Tactical Belt ! The most important item on the Tactical Belt is the 5.11 Dump Pouch so the zombies do not track or follow... Recently added the Plastic Sheath for the Leatherman Raptor. And the SOG Seal Pup carried on the strong side that may need the tie down strap like you powerful noise maker ! Also have a Tourniquet, Leatherman Tool and the Chem Lights... And still must mount the Trauma Kit with the Umbrella Moral Patch. Thank you for the video ! tjl

I literally love this guy 😂😂, like underwear!? And pool. Plus it’s all real talk and no BS

Condor did and still does make so, so pouches, but,... NOW they make equipment that uses full 500 nylon and well stitched. Yes it cost more. So I guess they made enough money from the paint ball and Sunday dress up groups that they could afford to get into the big boy stuff. Yes I do have a few. I think they gave them a new type condor logo and name as well. Love your to the point, this is it as I see it reviews. Thanks, a new subscriber.

Made a shit load of good points in mobility and practical tactical needs.

loving the trueness and ideals of what I see in this video as far as cumin frm my point in a warfighters train of thought.... Aim high Airman

Love my $6 5.11 belt (tag was sewn on the wrong side got it dirt cheap)

This is a really excellent channel - thank you!

i have a good war belt its from a company Balistika they may not sell it to sivilians but for me its like the best one

Flaps tucked under the pouch. I would have never thought about that..Excellent idea..

I've found dump pouches extremely useful for carrying random stuff like rolls of tape, stapler, tinder, throw gloves in while pooping, etc.

S and S makes a drop system that is adjustable for where you want it but I believe it is only for safari land Blackhawk and g code. It may be better than having a leg strap.

I wish I'd had all these options when I was in. But that was over 20 years ago, and everything was ALICE-clipped onto the web belt.

That’s a great airsof setup!

Amazing overview as always man! By the way: Battlebelts/Warbelts = Impeding mobility as well as also shaking around when during movement. Seems like it's a trend to purchase them now.. Somewhat beneficial if you're running support or on a multi-day mission.... But still not practical >>>

I use a dump pouch exclusively for my back-up crayon supply. You must a have a field expedient solution for easy to reach nutrition in order to keep those energy levels up, and this works for me.