Which Vest is Right for you and are you doing MURPH this year? Vests: Budget Vest: amzn.to/36O2VIF Wolf Tactical: bit.ly/44xbl0u Code: NoFate247 amzn.to/3KbtgOs North Gym: amzn.to/3LnzhZK
Just got the wolf tactical with your code, thank you. 9/10 My only complaint (as a 6'6'' 240 lb male) is it just barely fits from front to back. I wish it was a little bigger. So if you're any bigger than that I'd look for something else personally. Just a heads up for all the other giants out there lol.
@@NoFate247 Yea, adjusted as wide as possible. Still a great vest. It fits just perfectly but if I was any bigger it would not haha. I'm on a cut though so I will grow into it.
How long can I expect a good vest to last. It seems like most plates are rough around the edges and will wear down the vest pretty quickly if you use it several times a week. Have you ever used foam or tape to soften the edges?
Excellent review. Thanks. I think the North Gym is perfect for what I need. I plan to do sprints and very quick explosive, change of direction movements. Don't need a ton of weight. I'll probably get the Wolf for versatility.
great video. I plan to use the vest 4-6 times a week mostly for hour long walks and also 5-10 miles hikes. I used a backpack with 25 lbs in it and the straps were causing extreme pain and soreness in my shoulders. so my main concern is comfort of the shoulder straps and fit on the long 4-5 hour hikes. which vest do you think is best for this type of use? thanks in advance
I'm worried about plates falling out of the wolf and leaning towards North because of their side insert. Think this is warranted or am I overreacting? Plan on running with it and eventually getting to 40lbs.
north gym doesn't have a warranty written down anywhere and zero extra plates to sell and how it sounds it carries a maximum of 17.5 which can't hold heavier weight
@@NoFate247 makes them look real shady they will reply to a comment about how they stand by their warranty but won’t write it down nah I’m good. Also, their customer service rating on Amazon is beyond awful.
Cool. I'm recovering from a tibia plateau fracture so I can't run intense yet. But I can walk far about 4 miles no pain. So I will add weight vest to my walks to get more training in. 23 lb. Vest now (Ive had this budget one for over 10 years. Golds gym walmart special ugly as ever though) Then 40 lb. Vest when it comes in the mail. I'm on a budget so getting budget model. But I appreciate you displaying these plate carrier model types.
Great review! I am going with North Gym , it seems to sit higher above the belly, I am a larger athlete, not beer belly but I am wide bodied. I am going to use it mostly for rucking/hiking and some..I said SOME functional workouts. Thank you for the review!
Bought North Gym's plate carrier.... The shoulder pads suck and I replaced with 2 Pcs Tactical Vest Shoulder Pads Backpack Breathable Mesh Cushion Pad Lightweight Soft Strap Pads by AZB. I did lots of research for replacement pads and settled on these. They are 8.5 inches long, .5 inches thick and 3 inches wide... made it 100% better!
I never had a problem with their shoulder pads but maybe I wasn't going as heavy as you or wearing it as long. Thanks for letting me know about the fix you found. I will mention it in the update video I do next
I'm heavy set (5'6" 235 lbs), so the straps are extended out to avoid the vest from choking me. the length of the OEM Pads were too short (6") and would slip and slide from one end to the other of the straps, allowing the buckle to rest on my shoulder without any padding causing discomfort. The replacement pads were 2" longer and .25" thicker and now straddle my shoulder providing better comfort and doesn't slip back and forth between front and rear plate. Also thanks for this video it helped me decide on which vest to purchase, I got North Gym's Fury Vest (2nd generation), specifically for the side opening compartment accepting the plates. I wore a Kevlar vest with ballistic plates for 18 mos in Iraq with a side opening compartment, so was looking for this feature. Many of the listing didn't provide this info. @@NoFate247
You answered my questions. Thank you. I plan to eventually get the wolf tactical plate carrier. Need to wait a bit as I purchased black Friday special $399 Titan fitness plate loaded pec fly machine version 2 the other day.
I just ordered the amstaff fitness vest with 30lbs that looks identical to the wolfpack vest but it was cheaper than the wolfpack setup, unlike what this video states (although it's a year old)
I've used one made auth the technique I saw from you, cardboard, metal plates, and the cheap vest. It's pretty great for simple use and works fine but I discovered when I really started using it more it got uncomfortable and hard to breathe. I'm now looking to get a nicer one, or at least real plates, because I want to be able to use it easier. It did work great for the simple use though, it just got uncomfortable when I used it more and every now and then the cardboard needs replacing as it scrunches up and the weight inside bounces around
@@anthonyschutz7201 Wolf fit's snug and now comes with curved plates for an even better fit. More affordable than Rogue and fits similar to Northern Gym Vests IMO
Yeah better off with wolf. Check their website and Amazon - usually their site is cheaper with my code but you never know. All the links are in the description
@@NoFate247 with your code its currently $30 cheaper to buy vs Amazon if getting a pair of the 20 lb plates with the vest. I was leaning towards the Wolf vest with the curved plates but can only find the curved plates on Amazon in 8.75 or 5.75 pounds.
Which Vest is Right for you and are you doing MURPH this year?
Vests:
Budget Vest: amzn.to/36O2VIF
Wolf Tactical: bit.ly/44xbl0u
Code: NoFate247
amzn.to/3KbtgOs
North Gym: amzn.to/3LnzhZK
This is the year I attempt MURPH! Wish me luck
You will love it when it's over
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So useful
Just got the wolf tactical with your code, thank you.
9/10
My only complaint (as a 6'6'' 240 lb male) is it just barely fits from front to back. I wish it was a little bigger. So if you're any bigger than that I'd look for something else personally. Just a heads up for all the other giants out there lol.
Well dang bud you're a monster at 6'y 240
Assuming you adjusted it to be as wide as possible
@@NoFate247 Yea, adjusted as wide as possible. Still a great vest. It fits just perfectly but if I was any bigger it would not haha. I'm on a cut though so I will grow into it.
Good vid. Solid breakdown. The Wolf looks cool & fun.
Love that one! Great for hoping heavy, got mine up to 40 lbs no problem
How long can I expect a good vest to last. It seems like most plates are rough around the edges and will wear down the vest pretty quickly if you use it several times a week. Have you ever used foam or tape to soften the edges?
Good vest will last a decade. Velcro will be the first thing to go
@@NoFate247 thanks for the quick response. I was concerned about the edges of the plates wearing through. You are the man!
@@NoFate247 Do you ever consider reviewing tactical vests as well for those who want one for “Larping” and working out?
I use mine mainly for working out so I typically do reviews on what I use.
what would you recommend for a petite female?
North gym
@@NoFate247 thank you
How much is the WOLF VEST?...
$100 with my coupon www.wolftacticalusa.com/?aff=www.wolftacticalusa.com/discount/NOFATE247
Excellent review. Thanks. I think the North Gym is perfect for what I need. I plan to do sprints and very quick explosive, change of direction movements. Don't need a ton of weight. I'll probably get the Wolf for versatility.
Love my wolf. I think it's cheaper on their website than Amazon with that code but double check
great video. I plan to use the vest 4-6 times a week mostly for hour long walks and also 5-10 miles hikes. I used a backpack with 25 lbs in it and the straps were causing extreme pain and soreness in my shoulders. so my main concern is comfort of the shoulder straps and fit on the long 4-5 hour hikes. which vest do you think is best for this type of use? thanks in advance
Wolf tactical is best for comfort
Love that intro 🤘🏻
Thanks for watching 🙏
I want one with steel plates that weigh no less than 60lbs that I could remove the weights if the exercises get to intense
You, Sir, are making some great videos! Informative and entertaining! One request from a fellow Gen Xer...more video game sound effects /music 😊
More cowbell!!! You got it! Thanks for watching and subscribing
ill be mostly using one for Box Jumps, Stationary Jumping, Mid Range Jumpshots that's basically it I feel more toward NORTH GYM hmm
Yeah that north gym would be a good go to or the NEW wolf tactical streamlined vest
I'm worried about plates falling out of the wolf and leaning towards North because of their side insert. Think this is warranted or am I overreacting? Plan on running with it and eventually getting to 40lbs.
Overreacting. I got my wolf up to 44 lbs no issues
I heard thicc and I came running!
You and me! Like two peas in a POD
@@NoFate247 through thicc and thin 😉
north gym doesn't have a warranty written down anywhere and zero extra plates to sell and how it sounds it carries a maximum of 17.5 which can't hold heavier weight
Yeah they are only sold over Amazon
@@NoFate247 makes them look real shady they will reply to a comment about how they stand by their warranty but won’t write it down nah I’m good. Also, their customer service rating on Amazon is beyond awful.
I got the North gym one. I love it. Push ups, pull ups, running, dips. No complaints.
Awesome!!!! New vest video coming out tomorrow. Definitely give it a watch if you get the time. What weight you rock in that thing
@@NoFate247 I believe it’s about 14lbs. Each plate is like 7lbs.
I'm looking for a good weighted vest for Jump roping, pull ups, and push ups....what you recommend???
I love my wolf tactical vest. They have two versions and now they even have curved plates
www.wolftacticalusa.com?aff=www.wolftacticalusa.com/discount/NOFATE247
Cool. I'm recovering from a tibia plateau fracture so I can't run intense yet. But I can walk far about 4 miles no pain. So I will add weight vest to my walks to get more training in. 23 lb. Vest now (Ive had this budget one for over 10 years. Golds gym walmart special ugly as ever though) Then 40 lb. Vest when it comes in the mail. I'm on a budget so getting budget model. But I appreciate you displaying these plate carrier model types.
Speedy recovery! Thanks for watching and subscribing 👍🏼
Great review! I am going with North Gym , it seems to sit higher above the belly, I am a larger athlete, not beer belly but I am wide bodied. I am going to use it mostly for rucking/hiking and some..I said SOME functional workouts. Thank you for the review!
No problem thanks for watching and subscribing 👍🏼
Northgym seems up my alley, since I only need it for the home gym
Exactly
Bought North Gym's plate carrier.... The shoulder pads suck and I replaced with 2 Pcs Tactical Vest Shoulder Pads Backpack Breathable Mesh Cushion Pad Lightweight Soft Strap Pads by AZB. I did lots of research for replacement pads and settled on these. They are 8.5 inches long, .5 inches thick and 3 inches wide... made it 100% better!
I never had a problem with their shoulder pads but maybe I wasn't going as heavy as you or wearing it as long. Thanks for letting me know about the fix you found. I will mention it in the update video I do next
I'm heavy set (5'6" 235 lbs), so the straps are extended out to avoid the vest from choking me. the length of the OEM Pads were too short (6") and would slip and slide from one end to the other of the straps, allowing the buckle to rest on my shoulder without any padding causing discomfort. The replacement pads were 2" longer and .25" thicker and now straddle my shoulder providing better comfort and doesn't slip back and forth between front and rear plate. Also thanks for this video it helped me decide on which vest to purchase, I got North Gym's Fury Vest (2nd generation), specifically for the side opening compartment accepting the plates. I wore a Kevlar vest with ballistic plates for 18 mos in Iraq with a side opening compartment, so was looking for this feature. Many of the listing didn't provide this info. @@NoFate247
Nice vid. Looks like wolf offers curved plates now. Hmmm I already have all the flat ones
Yeah here is my review of them th-cam.com/video/SmYP9lMju_Q/w-d-xo.html
i travel a lot. can you recommend a vest that i can use the weights at the gym? i can't see traveling with weighted plates.
You could bring and empty vest and stuff two tens from the gym when you go there. But that's about it.
NoFate247 could you do a review on 1st Phorms weighted vest?
If I can get my hands on it I definitely will
So far I love the last one and it’s also only $119 as of now on Amazon
Nice grab it up
You answered my questions. Thank you. I plan to eventually get the wolf tactical plate carrier.
Need to wait a bit as I purchased black Friday special $399 Titan fitness plate loaded pec fly machine version 2 the other day.
Ohhh nice! Let me know how you like the titan make when it comes in
I just ordered the amstaff fitness vest with 30lbs that looks identical to the wolfpack vest but it was cheaper than the wolfpack setup, unlike what this video states (although it's a year old)
Prices /coupons fluctuate and I did my analysis based on a 20 lb vest, but if you got one you're happy with that's all that matters
Any luck with the amstaff vest? lookling into ordering one in the next few days
Are there already weights with the wolf tactical?
You can buy them at the same time to maximize your discount
Any recommendations for 40lb options? I don’t do any pull-ups or anything, 99% is just walking. Thanks in advance
Go with wolf tactical, you can double up the plates easily
@@NoFate247 thank you much
@@NoFate247 sorry to ask more, but can the curved or molded be doubled or simply the flat plates?
@@Payton77 curved is the way to go more comfortable imo
I've used one made auth the technique I saw from you, cardboard, metal plates, and the cheap vest. It's pretty great for simple use and works fine but I discovered when I really started using it more it got uncomfortable and hard to breathe. I'm now looking to get a nicer one, or at least real plates, because I want to be able to use it easier. It did work great for the simple use though, it just got uncomfortable when I used it more and every now and then the cardboard needs replacing as it scrunches up and the weight inside bounces around
Definitely go wolf tactical and their curved plates. They give the best fit
@@NoFate247 how does the wolf tactical compare to the north gym and rogue? The wolf seems much larger and like it would rub or something.
@@anthonyschutz7201 Wolf fit's snug and now comes with curved plates for an even better fit. More affordable than Rogue and fits similar to Northern Gym Vests IMO
I’m here for it!💪🏽
I HAVE TO GET ONE OF THESE
They are awesome. You would like the wolf tactical cause you can get extra plates in there no problem
Always enjoyable to watch your videos
Thanks for watching!!!
as a former boxer thanks for the shadowboxing!
Sure you cringed 😂
@@NoFate247 nope. Just keep the right hand up check hooks are nasty.
Great video
Thanks so much for watching and subscribing. Very much appreciate it.
What about the run max weight vest??
What is your running weight max you are looking for
@@NoFate247 60lbs or more but I want something to last a long time for years
@@judemcgarrell8910 go wolf tactical
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Can you put more than 1 plate per front/back pocket?
Depends on the vest. Wolf tactical yes, north face and home made version, now.
@@NoFate247 thanks, guess I'll go with the wolf. I was looking at the Titan for higher weight but the build quality looked sketchy.
Yeah better off with wolf. Check their website and Amazon - usually their site is cheaper with my code but you never know. All the links are in the description
@@NoFate247 with your code its currently $30 cheaper to buy vs Amazon if getting a pair of the 20 lb plates with the vest.
I was leaning towards the Wolf vest with the curved plates but can only find the curved plates on Amazon in 8.75 or 5.75 pounds.
Nice video 👍🏽
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