Which Tactical Vest Should I Wear?
When it comes to choosing tactical vests, your best bet is to figure out what role you're playing in the game. Each type of vest corresponds to your needs -- whether you are an airsoft gun shooter, a rifleman, a sniper or a medic. Once you know what you do and what gear you're carrying, you'll have a pretty good idea of what tactical vest to purchase.
WHAT ROLE ARE YOU PLAYING?
Air Soft Gun Shooters - If you like shooting airsoft guns, know which type of environment you're going to be playing: short engagements, close range – go for the Plate Carrier vest. You may not need any of those extra pouches for hydration or food supplies, instead you have the luxury of protection. Whereas if you're out there in a large skirmish area with hours of play, you should get a lightweight MOLLE vest or even a chest rig with some room for extra magazines, ammo and supplies. You want to carry less weight on the vest and more on your gear.
Riflemen - You can be more versatile. Cross Draw vests are your best choice because you are already equipped with pouches for your gear, easier to wear and cheaper as well. Generally you carry a primary weapon like AEG and a secondary one like a pistol, along with a few supplies.
Snipers - Marksmen go for more mobility, therefore they prefer Chest Rigs. The key is to be more lightweight and less visible. You have the minimum gear to haul around with the best type of tactical vest to carry out your purpose.
Others - There are a lot more variations to the tactical vest that you can customize according to your need. For example, Tacmor has a line of Assault vests, Ranger vests and Recon vests that also come in different colors and sizes. Now that you've figured out the role you're playing, you definitely know what tactical vest you're getting. Dave of The Prepper Project said it wisely, "Choose as if your life depended on it."
A quick tip when buying tactical vests is to wear it around and practice some functions such as speed reloading and reaching out for gear. The more efficient you are, the more your vest is worth the purchase.
TOP 3 TACTICAL VESTS
So what exactly are you looking for? These top three vests can help you decide:
Plate Carrier - More protection, less mobility, more bulk, more customization. Only choose quality brands. You certainly want to wear this when you're in real life situations such as police raids and military tactical assault.
Tacmor Recommends: Rothco’s MultiCam MOLLE Plate Carrier Vest
Cross Draw - Complete in itself, has plenty of room, moderate protection, less bulk, limited customization. Are you going to practice some airsoft gun shooting outdoors? This is your perfect choice.
Tacmor Recommends: Tactical Cross Draw Vest ACU (also comes in various colors and in Multicam)
Chest Rig - Lightweight, less bulk, minimum protection, more mobility. This is the number one option for snipers.
Tacmor Recommends: Rothco Operators Tactical Chest Rig
Preppers, airsoft gun aficionados, military personnel, or First Responders, we invite you to visit our Tactical section and check out our great line of Rothco vests. Also, don't forget to post your reviews and sign up for our newsletter to get the latest news and specials on Tactical and Camo Equipment.
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