Joe4d Posted June 12, 2008 Share Posted June 12, 2008 Find a solid color summer weight BDU shirt, cut off the sleeves, poof ! a vest, now go to Home depot and buy some of those super heavy two foot long zip ties, cut the tie part off, open up your vest and cut a little hole in the flap of material that has the buttons on one side holes on the other. The material is doubled, slide the zip tie in trim the length sew the little hole shut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighVelocity Posted June 12, 2008 Share Posted June 12, 2008 I have tried quite a few different vests and the SigTac is my favorite. It's lightweight and has the pockets right where I want them. Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hot Brass Posted June 14, 2008 Share Posted June 14, 2008 Which one do you gamers prefer the 5.11 or woolrich? I'm looking for one that is stiff so that is moves out of the way easier instead of crumpling up around my gun on the draw. I've had both the 5.11 and the Woolrich. In fact, I currently have both the lightweight and heavy Woolrich. I like the heavy vest (with lots of pockets) for vacationing. You can carry a ton of crap around wally world with one of those things. Otherwise, I only wear the lightweight one during matches. It works very well for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miyamoto Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 Which one do you gamers prefer the 5.11 or woolrich? I'm looking for one that is stiff so that is moves out of the way easier instead of crumpling up around my gun on the draw. I've had both the 5.11 and the Woolrich. In fact, I currently have both the lightweight and heavy Woolrich. I like the heavy vest (with lots of pockets) for vacationing. You can carry a ton of crap around wally world with one of those things. Otherwise, I only wear the lightweight one during matches. It works very well for me. I use the concealed carry clothiers light weight tropical vest. Synthetic, breaths well, dries fast. I use this in Phoenix AZ. on the hottest of days with no problems. Then again, I am very fit as well so YMMV. You only have to watch out on windy days as the light vest likes to flap around unless you weight the pockets alot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
9x45 Posted June 23, 2008 Share Posted June 23, 2008 It conceals, and cools.... choose from 4 smart colors. http://www.palmflex.com/techniche/deluxe_vests.htm They are great for riding on hot days but you get a lot more cooling going 85mph. Haven't tried mine at a match yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhe888 Posted June 23, 2008 Share Posted June 23, 2008 I also like the Competitive Concealment one when it is hot. The lady who makes them is local to me, and she does a very good job. They aren't quite as stiff as a 5-11 in front, but if they were, they wouldn't be as cool. http://www.competitiveconcealment.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duane Thomas Posted June 23, 2008 Share Posted June 23, 2008 I use the concealed carry clothiers light weight tropical vest. I alternate between the Concealed Carry Clothiers Tropical and Double Action vests. A major plus, as far as I'm concerned, is that CCC vests don't look "tactical" or "gunny". I've had several folks at IDPA matches say to me, "Wow, your vest actually look like....a vest." http://www.concealedcarry.com/product.php?id=10 http://www.concealedcarry.com/product.php?id=9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MemphisMechanic Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Here down in the south (Memphis, TN) we get to do fun things, like shoot our monthly match this weekend in projected 94 degree heat, at 78% humidity. And it's not even the hot part of the summer yet. I use a Smith & Alexander vest. Very light, like a vest made out of a T-shirt, and it was only $32 or $36 (forget which) when ordered directly. I saw their advertisement in the Tactical Journal, called 'em, asked about that price, and got the discount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tattoo Posted July 1, 2008 Share Posted July 1, 2008 Which one do you gamers prefer the 5.11 or woolrich? I'm looking for one that is stiff so that is moves out of the way easier instead of crumpling up around my gun on the draw. 5.11 For just that reason. Sweeps great. Then after I shoot I take it off, cause its hot as hell. T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Koski Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 T-shirt for me in hot weather. Sweat shirt in cold weather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoot Posted July 2, 2008 Author Share Posted July 2, 2008 I'm going to try the http://www.competitiveconcealment.com/ vest. 6-8 weeks to get one made but it should be a nice summer cover that has some nifty colors available. I hope the sweep stiffness will be as easy to add too as the 5.11 was. I didn't like the divided pockets on the 5.11. It was easy to remedy though. lol ... grr ... (i.e. Lost a stowed mag on a stage in the compartments but once I learned the lesson it was easy to fix). ... grrr ... rip .... I definitely have a lot of trust in the 5.11 for cooler conditions after hours of dry fire practice in air conditioned comfort but it's a hot bugger to wear in searing heat. I look forward to the competitive concealment vest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aristotle Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 (edited) I believe you can make anything sweep well with practice. I use a very loose button up t shirt, Nike golf shirt actually that breathes very well and is actually what I would most likely wear for CCW. I just grab the bottom of my shirt and sweep. No worries about bobbling my gun by sweeping high, and I get a clean draw like the shirt was never there. Takes a little practice, but doesn't everything? I can spend more money on bullets and range time. Edited July 3, 2008 by Aristotle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bones Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 http://www.utilikilts.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Koski Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 I'll bet a kilt is nice and cool on a hot day. I aint gonna try it though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 I'll bet a kilt is nice and cool on a hot day. I aint gonna try it though. Why? Haven't got the legs for it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Koski Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Um, nevermind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Um, nevermind. What! You think you're THAT well hung? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freeidaho Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 It conceals, and cools.... choose from 4 smart colors.http://www.palmflex.com/techniche/deluxe_vests.htm They are great for riding on hot days but you get a lot more cooling going 85mph. Haven't tried mine at a match yet. I'm interested in this vest. Does it feel dry or wet or damp when wearing it? Thanks! kr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobMoore Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 (edited) From the pictures I think #1 It looks too ridiculous to be worn at a match #2 It would have to be ordered 2 sizes too large to hang low enough to pass the "arms out" test of covering the gun. Edited July 3, 2008 by RobMoore Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Koski Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Um, nevermind. What! You think you're THAT well hung? That's not what I was thinking, but thanks for the compliment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Um, nevermind. What! You think you're THAT well hung? That's not what I was thinking, but thanks for the compliment. Don't flatter yourself. FWIW there was a competitor wearing a kilt at the IDPA Nationals last year. But we digress, let's get back on track. It's about concealment vests in hot weather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freeidaho Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 From the pictures I think#1 It looks too ridiculous to be worn at a match #2 It would have to be ordered 2 sizes too large to hang low enough to pass the "arms out" test of covering the gun. Rob, We often shoot in over 100 degree weather, with no shade. Out last match was only 99 degrees. So some cooling would be a good thing. As for coverage, no problem. Think IWB. kr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trail3 Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 When it is over 85 I wear a mesh type vest. Gun does show some at the side but no one has ever said anything to me in over 5 years Since it is so light weight it is a disadvantage with my draw compared to the 511 or Woolrich. This is worn only at our local club matches. At regional or state match I use a 511 or the Woolrich, and when it is cooler weather. Best shirt for hot weather is the Tech Wear. Great product. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aircooled6racer Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Hello: How about going to a Goodwill/thrift store and buy a old suit vest that is larger than you normally wear. I just thought of this and may try that. Thanks, Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Hello: How about going to a Goodwill/thrift store and buy a old suit vest that is larger than you normally wear. I just thought of this and may try that. Thanks, Eric NO! Coodies! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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