Active Shooting Bags

[jman4427]

Im interested in getting something like this....(http://stores.homestead.com/Laruetactical/Detail.bok?no=280) and was wondering what some opinions are on these. As of now, if god forbid something were to happen and I needed a more than 1 mag, I would have to jam them in my pockets so Im looking for something a little more substantial to hold magazines other than my pants.

Also would this be ok for use in a training class or would I be better off with a chest rig or belt system? Im a little concerned about these bags bouncing around when running so if you have one and it works, feel free to chime in.

Thanks.

[Vendetta]

I can't comment on running a bag like that in a class, ideally I'd say a chest rig would work better for a class. I have seen photos of people running them in classes, not sure how well it worked out, if that's what you intend to run daily, then by all means I'd say train with it. If you were looking for something like a BOB, I'd say something a little less conspicuous, but anything Larue has listed there is rock solid, be it from Eagle or Hawkpak.

[Skintop911]

I've used the Eagle PB in training and classes, as well as on-duty. I issue it my folks with their carbines. Excellent piece of gear accomplishing what the patrol officer needs. On the downside, it lacks the ability to carry certain other support items like a BOK, door stops, markers, etc. Ammo is the most important thing to carry, though, and the PB meets that need.

You might also check out the Sneaky Bags and various roll-out/active-shooter bags offered by many manufacturers.

[ballistic]

I ran a Mini Sneaky Bag in a recent carbine class and it worked well. I find mag changes from a location on my support side waist is more efficient than a chest rig. The built in dump pouch is also good for tactical reloads. They're definitely a viable option, and they're a bit more discreet than a chest rig and quick to deploy. One trick to reduce movement while running is to use a model with a leg and waist strap and loop the shoulder strap under your belt.

[lexmedic157]

Friend of mine ran a mini sneaky in our recent carbine class, and he said it was well worth the purchase. Little bit of a learning curve but quite efficient, and easy to deploy.

[jman4427]

they're a bit more discreet than a chest rig and quick to deploy.

This is what appeals to me but then again how discrete can you be if you have a rifle in your hands.

[lexmedic157]

Pretty discrete sitting in your trunk along with your rifle in your blue force bag until SHTF

[ballistic]

This is what appeals to me but then again how discrete can you be if you have a rifle in your hands.

More discreet in the context of transporting, especially when using discreet colors and a discreet rifle bag like a Cav Arms Discreet Rifle Bag which I pair up with the Mini Sneaky Bag for a low profile trunk gun setup. Looks like I'm carrying a messenger bag and a folding chair in a bag ;)

[jman4427]

I just found a thread on the sneaky bags and will do some reading there.

http://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=24714

Thanks guys.

[kmrtnsn]

I just put a 6 mag pouch on the side of the Countycomm.com 20 dollar EOD Molle bag.

[kornbread402]

Just for the topic I carry a fat boy versa pack for a quick bailout option. My rifle is carried up front and the bag is handy. I carry the bag in the front seat, got 5 extra mags and other goodies crammed in. probably not good for a class but handy for not having to put on a tac vest or get in the trunk for extra stuff.

[Pelican82]

I have one of the Larue bags. I use it for when I cannot necessarily carry on my body (going to the beach wearing swim trunks.)

The cool thing about the bags is that they have straps to attach to a belt as well as a thigh strap, so you could attach it to yourself for a more stable platform.