Snap_Shot Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 I'm getting set up for my first 3 gun mach... I think i've got most of the gear squared away.. one of the things i have left to get is a good belt. Ive been looking at the DAA Pro, the Shooters Connection, maybe a CR speed (high torque maybe), maybe even the blade tech belt. Im set up on my mag/shell caddy's for TeK lock stuff - gun holster - BT - stingray (adjustable belt loop thing) I currently possess a "tactical muffin top" I'm not in the best shape and have heard that the DAA (cheaper belt) (inside belt) is itself kinda stiff and causes some people with muffin tops pain and a cutting in sensation. ( i want to avoid that) i hear that the CR is maybe a bit softer (piping/edging around the belt) . I've also heard that people have a hard time with Tek Lock surf on DAA belts (thickness) (even the pro model) ... i don't know, --- any advice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Mitch Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Double Alpha belt is the best, but suited for a permanent gear arrangement. If you plan to swap gear around per stage design, which is a common tactic/strategy for 3-Gun, then get a CR Speed, Safariland ELS, or a suitable belt similar to the Wilderness belt. Avoid the Midway competition belt. It is trash masquerading as a viable product. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyBob Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 The Ghost belt is good quality, the inner belt was actually thinner and softer than I expected, but this might work well for your situation. It holds up fine for me when velcrod in, using all belt loops of course. Belts are pretty cheap and can be easily pawned off if you don't like one. Get whichever one's on sale. No idea about your mag pouch thickness, I have ghost pouches on a ghost belt, so of course it fits right. There's good sense in being consistent with your brand if you're worried about compatibility and not picky on the belt details. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmca Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 Dun't think you can do better than the Safariland ELS. It does get kind of expensive though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OPENB Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 I have used the CR Speed belt for USPSA & 3 gun, with Tekloks & it work great. I got a Shooters Connection belt last year & it is significantly more rigid. I also got about 5 years out of the CR before the Velcro wore out. They don't sell replacement inner belts. SC does. I'll check later to see how the SC belt works with Tekloks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broski Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 I have the DAA premium belt and was running a teklok on my XD holster before I switched guns... worked great. The premium belt has the supposed best of both worlds belts combined. I too have a bit of the tactical gut, and its comfortable for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edge40 Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 If your having problems with the tek lok get some heavy duty adhesive velcro and put it on the back of the tek lok clip. Works great if you have a bunch of them next to each other. Like a bunch of mag pouches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlvrDragon50 Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 Get the Shooters Connection Belt. It's like the same as the DAA at a fraction of the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OPENB Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 I put my Techloks on my Shooters Connection belt yesterday, and they went on with a little pressure to close the locks. Tight fit, but works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mveto Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 I have a Safariland belt set up with a Carbon Arms ratchet kit and really like it. The ability to adjust the tension on the belt between stages is great. I also like the ELS system a lot. Its nice being able to take the mag pouches and shotshell caddies off between stages without having to remove the belt like the tek-loks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigereye Posted April 28, 2017 Share Posted April 28, 2017 I have the SC belt and the Tekloks work fine with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sig0431 Posted April 28, 2017 Share Posted April 28, 2017 On 4/22/2017 at 8:28 PM, kmca said: Dun't think you can do better than the Safariland ELS. It does get kind of expensive though You are correct. I am looking to build a 3 gun rig and when pricing out the ELS I was blown away when you add all the ELS clips required. I have used Tekloks in the past and I am still considering them but I want my rig to have the flexibility to remove items when not required for a stage and with the TekLoks you have to remove the entire hanger which will require a fair amount of readjusting placement when adding items back on the belt to ensure items are placed in line with my muscle memory. Maybe I am just to OCD. haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snap_Shot Posted May 10, 2017 Author Share Posted May 10, 2017 I ordered the Shooters Connection belt last night, and some AP custom rebuild kits for some used load2/load 4's i got... I'm getting excited ... getting on some practice and next month for my first 3gunning experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stage12m Posted May 10, 2017 Share Posted May 10, 2017 I've been using the CR speed for years and keep hearing about the shooters connection belt but no one locally has bought one yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
af220wa Posted May 10, 2017 Share Posted May 10, 2017 (edited) Check out the Guga Ribas belt. I picked one up at A1 and really like it. They have a steel liner rather than plastic that may break over time and the metal one is more rigid. http://gugaribas.com.br/en/products-and-services/holster/ Edited May 10, 2017 by af220wa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted May 10, 2017 Share Posted May 10, 2017 1 hour ago, af220wa said: Check out the Guga Ribas belt. I picked one up at A1 and really like it. They have a steel liner rather than plastic that may break over time and the metal one is more rigid. http://gugaribas.com.br/en/products-and-services/holster/ I have never heard of a CRSpeed or DAA breaking from even several years of normal use Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidb72 Posted May 10, 2017 Share Posted May 10, 2017 Have two of the DAA belts and like them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WiII Posted May 11, 2017 Share Posted May 11, 2017 Get a safari land els belt for 3 gun, get a DAA for USPSA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orangeman711 Posted May 11, 2017 Share Posted May 11, 2017 Go with the Safariland ELS, can't go wrong. You can change your options from stage to stage with out removing the outer belt. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sam_b Posted May 11, 2017 Share Posted May 11, 2017 I run 2 of the Bladetech belts I got for cheap, one USPSA and the other 3gun. They both seem to be holding up very well so far with tekloks but with alot of weight I do notice the belt dip a bit. I run velcro on the back and inside of my tekloks and it does help keep the belt secure to the inner belt when fully loaded. I do like the idea of the ELS system but I don't like the stud attachments for the belt I would have to go with a ratchet setup but that's more money I would have to shell out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pixel5 Posted May 11, 2017 Share Posted May 11, 2017 Being so new I didn't want to spend a ton of money, I found the Midway competition belt on sale for $15. It has been good to me so far, no complaints. I know it's not as stiff as the higher end ones but it works until I am ready to upgrade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timido Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 I out grew my CR Speed Belt after a couple years it worked out pretty good. I just got my New Shooters Connection Belt. I like it a lot. It is stiff and stays tight. I followed their directions for sizing and it was spot on. Great Belt at a very reasonable price and from Shooters I get my packages about a day or 2 after I order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
valerko Posted May 17, 2017 Share Posted May 17, 2017 I love my safariland rig for USPSA and 3gun , ELS make stuff easy. Just look for coupon before getting it, I had $40% off when I ordered my stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick179 Posted June 7, 2017 Share Posted June 7, 2017 Check out Tuff Products. I've been running their competition belt for 2 seasons. Way stiffer than my old DAA. Plus they are truer to their shape. The DAA belts always seemed to compress when I tightened down my mag pouches and holster. The TUFF belt stays true and everything mounts tight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRBACKHAND Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 I've been using the blade tech belt this year with no complaints. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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