Greetings!
I have been doing this for a few years now and have seen the full range of "high-speed low-drag" kit used by SOF to include myself. I am finding that I am migrating back to a Load Bearing Belt w/Harness under my Plate Carrier for a number of reasons. I have worn just about every brand of vest there is and see their relevancy in some situations but not for every op......
1. Just got tired of all the weight up front and high - bulky and annoying at times.
2. Difficult to get flat on the ground and/or go over walls.
3. Unable to ditch the Plate Carrier and still keep my essentials (mags, 1st Aid Kit, Survival Kit, etc.)
4. I can carry more stuff with far less hassle and fatigue.
There are more reasons but these should help you understand where I am coming from. I would be interested in hearing from you other SOF Brothers on this issue. What do you prefer? Give some ideas based on your experiences if you don't mind to help others form their own opinions and thoughts. My picture shows me in a Paraclete System back in 07..... no longer wearing it. I am wearing a Coyote Tan Plate Carrier with a custom Load bearing Belt and Harness. ....
Wherever you may be Stay Safe and Remember those that have gone on ahead of us to clear the LZ and set-up security.
Regards,
SF4Ever
I have been doing this for a few years now and have seen the full range of "high-speed low-drag" kit used by SOF to include myself. I am finding that I am migrating back to a Load Bearing Belt w/Harness under my Plate Carrier for a number of reasons. I have worn just about every brand of vest there is and see their relevancy in some situations but not for every op......
1. Just got tired of all the weight up front and high - bulky and annoying at times.
2. Difficult to get flat on the ground and/or go over walls.
3. Unable to ditch the Plate Carrier and still keep my essentials (mags, 1st Aid Kit, Survival Kit, etc.)
4. I can carry more stuff with far less hassle and fatigue.
There are more reasons but these should help you understand where I am coming from. I would be interested in hearing from you other SOF Brothers on this issue. What do you prefer? Give some ideas based on your experiences if you don't mind to help others form their own opinions and thoughts. My picture shows me in a Paraclete System back in 07..... no longer wearing it. I am wearing a Coyote Tan Plate Carrier with a custom Load bearing Belt and Harness. ....
Wherever you may be Stay Safe and Remember those that have gone on ahead of us to clear the LZ and set-up security.
Regards,
SF4Ever