Pensfan Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Hello everyone, I have been shooting USPSA Production division this year and and starting to look at IDPA SSP as well for several reasons. I think I will be transitioning more to IDPA over the course of the year and eventually focus on IDPA. That said, I will still shoot both sports as I really enjoy them both for different reasons so I want my gear to be as similar as possible for muscle memory, drills, etc. Right now I am shooting a CZ 75B from a Bladetech DOH holster, CR Speed Mag Pouches, and a CR Speed two piece outer/inner belt. From what I understand, none of that is legal in it's current configuration for IDPA. I can drop the DOH attachment and use the holster straight on the belt. However the CR Speed gear will not work for SSP right? What is the best gear to use that is legal for both IDPA SSP and USPSA Production? Thanks and have a blessed day! - Timothy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Tompkins Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Hello everyone, I have been shooting USPSA Production division this year and and starting to look at IDPA SSP as well for several reasons. I think I will be transitioning more to IDPA over the course of the year and eventually focus on IDPA. That said, I will still shoot both sports as I really enjoy them both for different reasons so I want my gear to be as similar as possible for muscle memory, drills, etc. Right now I am shooting a CZ 75B from a Bladetech DOH holster, CR Speed Mag Pouches, and a CR Speed two piece outer/inner belt. From what I understand, none of that is legal in it's current configuration for IDPA. I can drop the DOH attachment and use the holster straight on the belt. However the CR Speed gear will not work for SSP right? What is the best gear to use that is legal for both IDPA SSP and USPSA Production? Thanks and have a blessed day! - Timothy Your assessment is correct, the CR Speed gear is not IDPA legal. There are many holster makers that also make mag pouches that are, Bladetech is one. What is the "best gear" is a loaded question, everyone will have differnt take. If you like you holster, just look for some Bladetech pouches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pensfan Posted July 3, 2012 Author Share Posted July 3, 2012 (edited) So the Bladetech Revolution pouches would work right? And for a belt, IPDA just uses a leather belt correct? Edited July 3, 2012 by Pensfan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Vigilante Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 I understand you can use the outer CR Speed Belt as long as you thread it thru your belt loops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pensfan Posted July 3, 2012 Author Share Posted July 3, 2012 hmmm... seems like there really isn't a good way to thread the CR belt through loops with the mag pouches and holster in place. I think I am stuck in a USPSA mindset for the gear haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Vigilante Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Using holsters and mag pouches with the paddle will take care of that problem. Or you can use get a holster/mag pouches with the belt loop attachment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pensfan Posted July 3, 2012 Author Share Posted July 3, 2012 Ahh... the paddle attachments. I completely missed those. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iShootguns Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 I would be wary of using the CR Speed outer belt, especially at a major due to it most likely being deemed as "competition only" by IDPA. In that game, a stiffer belt is not really going to give you an edge at all because all you have to support is a holster and two mag pouches. Just use your daily carry belt as your IDPA belt and you'll be fine. The Ready Tactical mag pouches that you can purchase at CPWSA are excellent for both IDPA SSP and USPSA Production, and taking the DOH attachment off of your BT holster will also work fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Round_Gun_Shooter Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 I would be wary of using the CR Speed outer belt, especially at a major due to it most likely being deemed as "competition only" by IDPA. I thought the same way until I recently saw a photo of one of the top name shooters wearing the Safariland ELS belt through the loops of pants at a major match. In am guessing this ruling has been changed. I have seen nothing in print but with all the attention these guys/girls get, I would think someone would have noticed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diehli Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 For a stiff belt, go with a Wilderness Tactical belt with the polymer stiffener (called CSM): http://www.thewilderness.com/storepinnacle/index.php?p=product&id=2503&parent=142 http://www.thewilderness.com/storepinnacle/index.php?p=product&id=2309&parent=142 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pensfan Posted July 3, 2012 Author Share Posted July 3, 2012 Excellent, thanks for the tips everyone. So I think am going with my existing BladeTech holster with the DOH removed so it is mounted straight to the belt, and the BladeTech Revolution Double pouch with paddle attachment (getting two of these for USPSA), and the Wilderness Tactical Instructor Belt with the CSM reinforcement. Thanks everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aglifter Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Be sure to get the widest belt that will fit your pants - a 1 3/4 belt, w. a stiffener from The Beltman will also work well - I've used both it, and a Wilderness tactical belt before in IDPA. I prefer drawing from the Beltman leather belt, but the Wilderness tactical is easier to get my gear on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suicycle Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 I run 5.11 belts in IDPA and CompTac holsters or some that a fellow shooter makes out near Manchester TN. I run 1 1/2" belts too for ease of gear and clothing options. I just run that gear in the same position with extra mag pouches further behind for USPSA and I never move my pistol foreward or down, one for carry gear and two for consistant location. Not terribly familiar with the CZ, but is it SA or a SA/DA piece? If only single action you will be in ESP. IDPA can be fun but it does have it's quirks. You pretty much are tied to shooting the stage one way usually, kind of learn the dance and have fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aircooled6racer Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 Hello: I use the CR Speed inner belt and Comp-tac belt holster and 2 single mag pouches. They are the fastest I have used and ship very quickly. Using the inner belt allows you to leave your USPSA setup alone. Comp-tac also make a great leather belt for carry or IDPA. I have one I wear everyday and have done so for the last 3 years. It is 1.5" wide and 1" at the buckle. Hope this helps. Thanks, Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lsr1238 Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 Excellent, thanks for the tips everyone. So I think am going with my existing BladeTech holster with the DOH removed so it is mounted straight to the belt, and the BladeTech Revolution Double pouch with paddle attachment (getting two of these for USPSA), and the Wilderness Tactical Instructor Belt with the CSM reinforcement. Thanks everyone! Pretty much what I used but I had single mag pouches made by someone from GlockTalk, still works, been using them for 5 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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