Originally Posted by
Cips
I am attending a carbine course in June and I want to make sure I have what is necessary for a successful day.
I will be bringing the obvious; rifle, some spare parts, mags, ammo, eye and ear pro, spare batteries, lube and cleaning solvent, multitool, pens/markers, notepad, wet wipes, gloves, cleaning cloth, sunglasses, et cetera.
What I feel I am lacking is tools for my range bag. What's recommended? I looked into Fix It Sticks but it seems overpriced.
Kind of a hybrid thread, but what's in your range bag?
I have a multitool, a boo-boo pouch, another bleed kit (I also have one on my belt with tourniquets on both), I usually bring an extra rifle, which I have loaned out almost every class. I like something for speed loading mags, as well as extra mags. Honestly, I have people bring the kitchen sink with them and not use any of it. I would just focus on what you need that day, how hot is it, do you have enough water, snacks, etc. One class I took in Sept started at 60 degrees and rain and ended at 95 degrees with humidity, I wasn't prepared for that, I wore heavy Kuhl pants and regretted it.
I would focus on showing up, taking notes and learning, and your gear should reflect that.
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