That's the reason why the military trains with heavy rucks so when the plate carrier is loaded down it feels like its no big deal. So always hike and practice caring heavy bags because you just never know when you're going to have to load out.
Training and fitness are super important and you have the right idea with being prepared to carry a heavy loadout. There are many situations, especially in the military, when you absolutely need it. That being said, there are a couple reasons why we emphasize light loadouts so much in this video. The first is for using a plate carrier in a civilian context. You don't need nearly as much gear in that case, yet people tend to fill up all available space on their kit just because it's there. We want to strongly discourage that. The second reason is even if you are able to handle a heavy loadout and fight effectively, if it's possilbe for you to have a lighter loadout, you will be even more effective than you were with the heavy loadout. More endurance, mobility, etc, regardless of fitness level.
Trying to find a mepc owner for two questions, dis it distribute weight well? If I use a hydration pouch in the back, will it balance it well, or I'll have the front plate in my chin every time I make a move? Also, seems compact, is there room for a Juggernaut case when the placard is on?
@@SpaceBros90 just got a mepc seems pretty good if u have the carrier pretty tight a hydration pack like a camel back will be fine and idk about a juggernaut phonecase
Errr... sort of? Plate carrier size is determined by plate size, yes. But your plate size is determined by your body size soooo...they're pretty tightly correlated lol. Also factor in that most companies don't make small plate carriers so if your body requires small plates then you need to buy a medium carrier most of the time, hence the differences between plate size and plate carrier size shown in this video.
Thanks, we're both running DFNDR Armor level 4 plates, I think they're some of the best on the market. Not cheap though, took a while to save up for them. It's a little long-winded, but we did a video called "body armor info" if you're interested.
So what didn’t you like about the JPC? Did it not hold as tight to the body as u would have liked? I’m tryna see if I should get a jpc of a more slick carrier
Jay got rid of his JPC 1.0 because it required an adapter to use swiftclip placards. The JPC 2.0 can use placards out of the box, and overall it's a solid carrier option. I have very limited experience with it, but the only real complaint I have is the cummerbund attachment system - I prefer velcro over shock cord. You won't have any issues if you go with a JPC, it holds tightly to the body just like most other minimalist carriers on the market. I personally don't use one because it has some features that I don't need, but if you like the design and you can get your hands on one, go for it.
great video comparing the most popular carriers, have you guys used the hybrid cummerbund for the DM MEPC? was trying to decide between the hybrid and full elastic.
I've used the 5" hybrid cummerbund quite a bit and it's the most comfortable cummerbund I've found. I highly recomment it. Although in your case it will probably come down to whether or not you want to add MOLLE pouches on the hybrid or just use the built in pouches on the full elastic.
No they are not. The spiritus microfight is 100% loop lined, so the inserts have hook on both sides. The defense mechanisms has loop on one side and hook on the other, like a kangaroo pouch. I think the old version of the microfight was like this (pre mk3), but the new ones are not.
Lol welcome to the gun community. If any particular item sells out or sells abnormally well... just wait cause next year 3+ different manufacturers will release “their” version of the same damn thing
Depends on your chest measurements not your height. I do need a small but sometimes I have to get medium carriers because some companies do not offer them in small.
@@remingtonsiefkas2458 Bigger chest = bigger plates = bigger carrier. The height that the plates sit on your chest adjusts by the shoulder straps, not the carrier size. Seems like maybe we are talking about 2 different things. Also, what did you mean about Crye not being a liable option? Maybe I can clarify something I said in the video
We don't have one at our disposal right now. Maybe in the future we'll have the funds to review all the plate carriers on the market, I wouldnt plan on it happening anytime soon though, lol.
@@deadeye5155 Lol I wouldn't even give them that much credit. If they wanted a good, modular plate carrier all they had to do was buy the first spear strandhogg. It would've been perfect for the marine corp's needs and the marines would love it. Instead they created this custom-made, over complicated abomination that costs at least 3x as much, weighs 2x as much, and somehow manages to be bulkier and have more pieces than the gen 2. It blows my mind every time I think about it, especially how you need to put a plate bag inside of a plate bag just to have your soft armor behind your sapi plate. Like, who thought that was a good idea? I'd like to ask them a few questions.
That's the reason why the military trains with heavy rucks so when the plate carrier is loaded down it feels like its no big deal.
So always hike and practice caring heavy bags because you just never know when you're going to have to load out.
Training and fitness are super important and you have the right idea with being prepared to carry a heavy loadout. There are many situations, especially in the military, when you absolutely need it. That being said, there are a couple reasons why we emphasize light loadouts so much in this video. The first is for using a plate carrier in a civilian context. You don't need nearly as much gear in that case, yet people tend to fill up all available space on their kit just because it's there. We want to strongly discourage that. The second reason is even if you are able to handle a heavy loadout and fight effectively, if it's possilbe for you to have a lighter loadout, you will be even more effective than you were with the heavy loadout. More endurance, mobility, etc, regardless of fitness level.
That mepc is sick! I think I’m buying that!
I have a Defense Mechanisms Carrier. Definitely prefer it over the Spiritus or Slickster. Very well made carrier.
Trying to find a mepc owner for two questions, dis it distribute weight well? If I use a hydration pouch in the back, will it balance it well, or I'll have the front plate in my chin every time I make a move? Also, seems compact, is there room for a Juggernaut case when the placard is on?
@@SpaceBros90 just got a mepc seems pretty good if u have the carrier pretty tight a hydration pack like a camel back will be fine and idk about a juggernaut phonecase
Thanks for the defense mechanisms suggestion will probably get one of thosw
I was impressed. Looked like a pretty nice carrier
The size "medium" has NOTHING to do with body size. It refers to the size plate that it holds.
Errr... sort of? Plate carrier size is determined by plate size, yes. But your plate size is determined by your body size soooo...they're pretty tightly correlated lol. Also factor in that most companies don't make small plate carriers so if your body requires small plates then you need to buy a medium carrier most of the time, hence the differences between plate size and plate carrier size shown in this video.
Good reviews guys! Keep up the good work!
Thanks, we don't have much of a schedule but we have more videos coming in the future. Planning to up the production value as well.
10:14 "Mission always dictates gear" could be a good Bumper Sticker
I've seen dudes wearing the BFG over a a soft armor carrier. Dudes usually do this for IED protection.
Enjoyed the video guys very solid list
The DM has extra space in the plate pockets so folks can run a backer
Is the Spiritus Systems Back Panel Core compatible with Ferro Concepts FCPC V5 ?
Nope. Every company's zipper system is proprietary at the moment. It's super annoying.
Ooo that WKS shirt is 🤙🏽 love that guys designs
What kangaroo pouch is on that fcpc?
Great video guys. Which plates are you running in the Spiritus?
Thanks, we're both running DFNDR Armor level 4 plates, I think they're some of the best on the market. Not cheap though, took a while to save up for them. It's a little long-winded, but we did a video called "body armor info" if you're interested.
Great run down!
nice colour ranger green
So what didn’t you like about the JPC? Did it not hold as tight to the body as u would have liked? I’m tryna see if I should get a jpc of a more slick carrier
Jay got rid of his JPC 1.0 because it required an adapter to use swiftclip placards. The JPC 2.0 can use placards out of the box, and overall it's a solid carrier option. I have very limited experience with it, but the only real complaint I have is the cummerbund attachment system - I prefer velcro over shock cord. You won't have any issues if you go with a JPC, it holds tightly to the body just like most other minimalist carriers on the market. I personally don't use one because it has some features that I don't need, but if you like the design and you can get your hands on one, go for it.
Bro am I high or was the LV119 guys rear plate in backwards when he pulled it out...
Lol no, look again, the plate bag was flipped around backwards for that shot so we could show the shock cord on the inside.
great video comparing the most popular carriers, have you guys used the hybrid cummerbund for the DM MEPC? was trying to decide between the hybrid and full elastic.
I've used the 5" hybrid cummerbund quite a bit and it's the most comfortable cummerbund I've found. I highly recomment it. Although in your case it will probably come down to whether or not you want to add MOLLE pouches on the hybrid or just use the built in pouches on the full elastic.
@@matthealey8 hey matt i appreciate the reply i ended going with the full elastic. Love it so far.
@@cmason87 Nice! Glad we could help
I got the hybrid elastic to get side plates
Where'd you get the oversized flag??
Spiritus, Patch Panel, and a few other companies sell them. It's a 5"x3"
What water bladder are you running in the FERRO?
A 1.5L camelbak. I don't think anything bigger than that would fit.
@@matthealey8 fits a 1.75l but I can only find 1.5 or 2.0 bladders so yeah I’d say 1.5 I’d the biggest you’ll find. Love my fcpc tho
invade a small country.. like Luxembourg, by yourself, with no resupply 🤣🤣🤣 good video!
Are the Spiritus and Defense Mechanism accessories, pouches, etc interchangeable? Good review, thanks.
No they are not. The spiritus microfight is 100% loop lined, so the inserts have hook on both sides. The defense mechanisms has loop on one side and hook on the other, like a kangaroo pouch. I think the old version of the microfight was like this (pre mk3), but the new ones are not.
You CAN put a spiritus placard on a defense mechanisms carrier, or vice versa, if that's what you meant. It's only the inserts that aren't compatible.
That MEPC is such a rip off of the Slickster. WTH
I'd call it an improved version, but to each their own I guess
Lol welcome to the gun community. If any particular item sells out or sells abnormally well... just wait cause next year 3+ different manufacturers will release “their” version of the same damn thing
@@jaydubs6354 true that!
@@jaydubs6354 I think you mean *every* industry lol. It's just supply and demand
5'7" ya that's deff not a medium size body bud deff need a small in any company carrier design. Also how is crye not a liable option?
Depends on your chest measurements not your height. I do need a small but sometimes I have to get medium carriers because some companies do not offer them in small.
@@matthealey8 it does depend on height cuz of where plates sit if you have bigger chest then need bigger cummerbund not carrier
@@remingtonsiefkas2458 Bigger chest = bigger plates = bigger carrier. The height that the plates sit on your chest adjusts by the shoulder straps, not the carrier size. Seems like maybe we are talking about 2 different things. Also, what did you mean about Crye not being a liable option? Maybe I can clarify something I said in the video
@@matthealey8 I'd have to rewatch it to be honest it was a month ago I commented 🤷
Cream corn!
Do a Scarab 7!
We don't have one at our disposal right now. Maybe in the future we'll have the funds to review all the plate carriers on the market, I wouldnt plan on it happening anytime soon though, lol.
That usmc plate carrier is literally exactly how infantry are forced to set theirs up. Even their new carrier sucks
Dude the gen 3 usmc carrier is pure insanity. The worst and most complex design I've ever seen...
@@matthealey8 the usmc went for modularity and sacraficed quality and comfort and the gen 3 sucks just as bad as the gen 2
@@deadeye5155 Lol I wouldn't even give them that much credit. If they wanted a good, modular plate carrier all they had to do was buy the first spear strandhogg. It would've been perfect for the marine corp's needs and the marines would love it. Instead they created this custom-made, over complicated abomination that costs at least 3x as much, weighs 2x as much, and somehow manages to be bulkier and have more pieces than the gen 2. It blows my mind every time I think about it, especially how you need to put a plate bag inside of a plate bag just to have your soft armor behind your sapi plate. Like, who thought that was a good idea? I'd like to ask them a few questions.
I love that fuckin mustache. The iotv was way better than the otv with the side plates and daps. Fuckin horrible
I guarantee gear that works for Matt will not work for jay