Flanking either side are two Velcro-secured pistol mags that can also fit flashlights or multi-tools. It was designed for the recreational range shooter, range instructor, or anyone else who wants a convenient way to carry essentials on the range.įront and center is a decently-sized pouch with bungee organizers and a zippered mesh pocket. Most chest rigs are designed for operators or larpers, which is why the Helikon-Tex Training Mini Rig stands out. The D3CRX is available in black, coyote, disruptive gray, multicam, ranger green, multicam arid, multicam tropic, and M81 woodland patterns. The whole system comes with an X-harness and waist strap. Flanking the multi-mission pouches are two utility pouches for navigation, admin, or similar gear that have loop Velcro panels for attaching ID or morale patches. Finishing the front of the placard are the four multi-mission pouches that can hold most double- or single-stack pistol magazines as well as flashlights, multitools, or any other slim gear you’d need. Just beyond that are four rifle magazine pouches that are large enough to accommodate 5.56 AR magazines, AK mags, knives, or even small radios.

Inside the rig is a hook-and-loop flap that allows for inserts like the holster or triple-mag accessories or drop-down pouches. It’s a purpose-built chest rig featuring 10 pouches capable of accommodating almost any mission.īecause this rig’s design has been influenced by real-world experience, the placard is capable of attaching to body armor or pack systems via SwiftClips or other clip systems. Like other prior servicemen who started gear companies, veteran Force Recon Marine Travis Haley wanted to make better gear for real-life tactical applications - and the Haley Strategic Partners D3CRX is exactly that. Best Bare MOLLE: Blackhawk Strike Recon Commando.Best Range/Recreational: Helikon-Tex Training Mini Rig.Best Concealable: Blue Force Gear Ten-Speed Chest Rig.Editor’s Choice: Velocity Systems Mayflower UW Gen IV.So which chest rig is best for you? Let’s take a look at some of the best chest rigs on the market and help you find a worthy selection. To this day, I keep a chest rig in my go bag exactly for that reason. Wearing our chest rigs would save space in the pack, even out the weight, and keep us ready for anything. Those of us who had chest rigs would utilize this option during large unit hikes as we would be required to pack our body armor. These attributes can come in handy for various missions, but an added bonus is the ability to pack or store your body armor while still carrying ammo and gear. While chest rigs offer less protection than plate carriers, they do offer more mobility and weigh less. These older designs have evolved into a more versatile option that can be fully customized and work with or without body armor, which we call chest rigs. These systems were often uncomfortable, had limited customization and modularity options, and since they were designed to fit over bulky body armor, they were hard to fit properly without it. Most military veterans are familiar with load-bearing vests (LBVs), which were utilized as recently as the 1990s during the Gulf War. Durability is ensured by Ultra High Quality Cordura 500D pair with FastTech female buckle attachment securement.Chest rigs are the next evolution of load-bearing equipment that enables you to become the fast-moving lethal warrior you’ve trained to become. Allowing for a completely user customized setup configured for the specific scenario. This is designed to allows a stable load versus the excessive movement of simply wearing a harness over your existing armor. Also compatible with Spiritus Systems, Haley Strategic, and other chest rigs, or plate carriers on the market. Giving the ability for the user to configure their DWARF Chest Rig - MKI or MKII. The Universal Chest Rig - Attachment Kit acts as an interface that allows auxiliary gear to connect to user’s plate carrier.

Black multicam chest rig