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    Started with a couple of non padded BFG VCAS 2 point slings, then tried the VTAC padded slings (Good sling, but that tail got stuck on too much other kit, two control adjustment points VS one on the VCAS , the sling is too slender and not as beefy as the VCAS, and basically not as efficient, for me.), then settled for the padded BFG VCAS two point slings for my ARs.
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    Quote Originally Posted by VMI-MO View Post
    Would you mind describing or taking a picture of your sling set up?

    My current sling set up allows me to switch from side to side without increasing the slack in the sling or dropping my arm out of the sling.

    Ill try to get some pictures up but no promises. I will try my best to describe it. I have a QD mount on the bolt catch side of the rifle roughly an 1" in front of the barrel nut. I then loop my sling so it extends out the ejection port side of the but stock. This means that when you cross the weapon in front of you there is more slack around your neck and you are not choking yourself out.

    As for the VTAC vs. VCAS I prefer the VTAC. Is is more adjustable so I can sinch it down tigher and loosen it up more than the VCAS. The adjuster on the VTAC is also much quicker, smoother to operate and easier to operate. Many people say they do not like the VTAC because of its "tail". The new models have a velcro closure which eliminates the tail. The VTAC can also be used to assist shooting positions if time and situation permits.

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    That is actually pretty close to what F2S is running. I have adopted his setup with the exception that I am using a VTAC, and I have to say that I love it.
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    Quote Originally Posted by VMI-MO View Post
    Would you mind describing or taking a picture of your sling set up?

    My current sling set up allows me to switch from side to side without increasing the slack in the sling or dropping my arm out of the sling.

    Ill try to get some pictures up but no promises. I will try my best to describe it. I have a QD mount on the bolt catch side of the rifle roughly an 1" in front of the barrel nut. I then loop my sling so it extends out the ejection port side of the but stock. This means that when you cross the weapon in front of you there is more slack around your neck and you are not choking yourself out.
    That sounds very similar to what I do. I can't see your pics due to my work filter, but Abraxas has seen the setup so if he says that they are similar I believe him. I am about 3,000 miles from my personal guns right now and am stuck with an abortion of a sling (essentially a thin single-point) to work with here so I can't get a decent pic for you.

    I inadvertantly stumbled upon the setup with my first tactical 2-point (a VTAC I won) in an effort to get the sling out of my cheek-weld. At the time I wasn't a big proponent of shoulder transitions, but when I realized that I could do it so easily I started to do it a lot more and got much better at it. I never really thought about it, but winning that sling made a big impact on my skill progression. Anyway- I know lots of people that have started to move their rear sling connection point to the outside of the stock, and I haven't heard any negatives that affect my use.

    One thing is the front-end though. The closer toward the muzzle you attach the sling the more stability you will have of the slung gun if you move it to your back. I just don't like having it out there for the rest of the time I am using the gun. Instead I just wind up tightening the sling on my front if I need to get both hands on something.

    As for the VTAC vs. VCAS I prefer the VTAC. Is is more adjustable so I can sinch it down tigher and loosen it up more than the VCAS. The adjuster on the VTAC is also much quicker, smoother to operate and easier to operate. Many people say they do not like the VTAC because of its "tail". The new models have a velcro closure which eliminates the tail. The VTAC can also be used to assist shooting positions if time and situation permits.
    It isn't that I dislike the VTAC, it's simply that I prefer the VCAS. I have played with the new VTACs with the tail retention and I think that it is a step in the right direction. I don't like the Alice pack adjuster, but it does its job.
    I don't use the sling as a marksmanship aid, which requires a more forward position on the HG for real benefit, which may have a little to do with my preferences.

    looking for a sling for local tactical carbine matches, 2 and 3 gun matches
    I actually do not use a sling in competition, as they are unnecessary and may cause a competitive disadvantage since stages may have you ditching your rifle/shotty to continue with another weapon. Taking the sling off costs time, and is a big problem if you get caught when trying to escape the sling. I have never heard of a match that had the shooter transition weapons and retain the original. This is usually due to the 180 rule. While I don't like it and wish it was different, I understand why they do it.
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    Quote Originally Posted by crh1109 View Post
    I have done the search thing and cant really find what I'm looking for. Just was wondering what type of sling you guys prefer, single, two point, three point? Thanks in advance.
    There are really only two options (that are worth anything). Single point and two point.

    I personally like the two point slings made by BFG (Vickers model) the best. The best part about 2 points is that the weapon hangs in a safe position and is comfortable.



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    Quote Originally Posted by Failure2Stop View Post
    I have never heard of a match that had the shooter transition weapons and retain the original.
    We do it every month.

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