30 years L.E. carrying every day. I have been using the Eberstock smaller version for about 6 to 8 months, a Hill People Gear for about 6 months and a Helikon-Tex for about 2 years. at first I only used the "waist bag for running. Then I started using the Eberstock for motorcycling, now they are about my preferred mode of off duty carry. I now have reading glasses going with me every where and they just prove to be a good way of carrying everything that 60 laps around the sun force me to carry now. And, now having been a firm member of team I.D.G.A.F. since turning 50 I will continue this practice. Excellent video. I can't believe I just stumbled onto your channel. But than again I am 60 and don't spend every waking moment on a device, I still like to play with guns, chainsaws, motorcycles and most of all my wife:-)
I wear a fanny pack whenever we travel… now, I’ve never disliked them. But I never thought about using it for my concealed carry…. Life = changed! Great video man!
For those of us who travel a sling bag is a very useful piece of kit. Travel bag goes above the seats on the airline or bus while the slingbag can keep all gear needed handy within reach (phone, headphones/airpods, chargers, cables, ID, whatever). Also keeps it close to body, easily concealed and our pockets empty for the nefarious subway poachers.
Slings are the only way to go. A dude with a beard wearing a Daniel defense shirt and cargo shorts is only carrying one thing in a hip worn fanny pack….and everyone knows it. Throw a sling on and you look like every other NPC walking around the pumpkin patch
I’ve used a Fanny pack for the past few years. My 3 sons and friends tease me regularly. My response “It just makes sense for us ADHD guys”. Love it and will be ordering one of your recommendations today. Great video.
About once a year, I think about rockin a fanny pack, so I go look at pics of Hulk Hogan wearing a fanny pack at my current age, then give up on the Fanny Pack idea and start working out more regularly.
I have been running a hill people gear medium original kit bag for the last two years and LOVE IT. Everything is always there, never forget anything, nothing ends up in the wash, pockets are always empty. Try it, you might like it.
Great video! Had my Bando on my waist today while driving an hour to the coast here in Oregon and forgot it was on. Much more comfortable than burying my conceal IWB. Great job!
I've just started using a fanny pack, the one you show exactly except it is blue. I find it greatly beneficial to me and comfortable. My new EDC from now on.
Bro I’m a busted up 60 year old 911 Bronx firefighter, 4 major spinal operations 2 bouts 911 cancer and other missing organs now, turning into MATTER! Need some rustease , HA! I just call it my shoulder sling , it is a mobile arsenal med bag. Your spot on brother and I have everything in it can even fit my my sig 10 X with 3 mags Romeo-x dot and 2 knives, glass punch pen popper for making holes Meds all I need to hold the fort till Calvary shows up!!! Stay frosty bro 😎 stay blessed soldier of GOD!!! Happy new year 🎆
I rock a small sling bag all the time. Gun, fixed blade, multi tool, notepad. If you practice drawing from it, it’s awesome. I end up carrying my gun more actually
I love my Fanny pack. I was anti Fanny pack until I tried it, and 100% love it. I still carry IWB from time to time, but the comfort and versatility of fanny pack is second to none.
Hell yeah! I got the Eberlestock a few months back too, I love it. Let someone say I look stupid. It’s way more easy than dicking around my pockets finding things.
I’ve been carrying in a sling for a few years and have bought 15+ fanny/slings including the one he uses. The vertx full size is the best by far imo. I use it as a transport/extra mag/ gear/med bag. It mostly stays in my truck. It comes with a strong band that easily holds my kydex holster. So I will carry it in the bag if I’m going into the store with a couple extra mags and first aid and pull it out and go iwb if I feel like going light. It’s really is the most practical way to carry In so many ways.
Yes sir!!!!! Ive been all about the fanny for years. Its a basic kit that has a little bit of everything you need and supplements all my other bags. No matter where i go,my fanny gos. I obviously always have on person edc, which is phone, keys, wallet, flashlight, folding knife, watch, Friendly sweed paracord bracelet, lighter, whistle, compass and pew pew. Possibly my leatherman as well. The fanny has everything else. If i truly needed to i could survive with just my on person edc and my fanny. Most the time my fanny goes into what ever pack im carrying with me which depends on what im going out to do. I love the fact that i can just throw my fanny on my person. I can toss it in my work or truck bag and if needed i can ditch the truck bag and go full on and toss the fanny in my bug out or inch bag. No matter what if i have at least my fanny, i know i got the bare minimum of what i need for almost any situation i may find myself in. Real men aren't afraid to rock the fanny!😂
I committed to using one for a month just so I could speak intelligently about them. After, I still prefer my gun in the appendix position but when that’s not the best choice this is an acceptable solution. I got the Vertex S.O.C.P. and found a small piece of body armor that fits in the rear pouch. So wearing it cross body can have a small advantage. Like any carry position, PRACTICE YOUR DRAW!!!! You’ll find it’s not as slow as you think. Having a gun on you somewhere is always better than not having one at all.
I have a Vertx fanny and I really love the built-in holster for my semi-automatic "hole puncher" and a few hole puncher magazines. Totally worth the extra cost over a non-hole puncher-compatible version.
I own the full size and mini, the mini will only fit a p238 but the full size is the way. They are by far the best. I probably own 15 different fanny/slings including many non ccw packs. The vertx is the best by far. It also doesn’t scream I maybe carrying. They did a good job keeping it discreet but functional.
Clicked on video about EDC - then almost moved on when I realized it was about fanny packs - then laughed a bunch so kept watching - now a little more than halfway convinced. Maybe not for all the time but could have its place? A lot of good points…
I worked in Argentina some time ago, men down there at that time wore a small Fanny pack on their strong side. I got used to it, and when I came back here, I still did it for a while…. But it really is a very functional tool.
Less is best. I used to 'EDC' the typical gear list because it was 'fun' to have all this crap 'just in case.' The joy is in having the potential to meet any bizarre, dreamed-up scenario that our spendy spends can be justified for! But after trying to manage all this, I gave up and am back to the man standard of: phone, wallet, keys, clip knife, and CCW. Haven't had to slay a zombie, or build a makeshift space shuttle out of twigs and paracord in the last three years. I do miss having all that potential at hand though - It was the best way I could see all that cool gear 🤣
I mostly agree. But I hate carrying just the bare-bones gear (phone, wallet, keys, knife and CCW) in my pants. And like Jeremy said, when it's hot and you're wearing lightweight clothes and don't have a decent waste-band and pockets, you can't carry the basics anyway. I'm old, so I'm making to move to the waste pack.
Yeah, I wish I could. Stupid cancer meds and then needing to carry my glasses with me and contact solution screwed everything up. There’s a few other things that I need everyday that’s private. I miss my younger carry days.
I carry the 5.11 Select Carry Pistol Pouch when out in the woods or working out. It works great and holds my P365 easy. I can also fit my VP9 in it. Has stretchy bands inside to keep it in place and a quick open tab on the outside for fast easy access. It also functions as a sling pack if I want it to. Been out hiking and got tired of it around the waist. very comfy as a sling. Not as much room as the ones you showed but functional enough to use to carry non-gun things.
Good idea I got a bag from High Speed Daddy fanny pack beaver bag Vagina pouch Sling bag Waist bag Chest bag Call it what you want lmao But I like the design of the HSD fanny pack I use it while hiking
being disabled and in a power wheelchair whenever I go out of the house. I am usually rocking a waist bag. no one gives me or it a 2nd look, they hide my revolver or my compact easy peasy.
Very good review, went and ordered a Bando bag. Very useful with kids. Can hold your gear plus snacks. Easier and safer way to carry a firearm. It just works. Keep up the great work!!!🤙
I have been growing a beard for years and it’s not gone the way I wanted it to I have subscribed to your channel and I have had so much more success with my beard because of your channel thanks so much for your support and advice in everything you say happy new year my mentor
There was a time when my EDC paraphernalia filled both front pockets and a hip pocket on my trousers and I wore fishing shirts daily so that I could put the rest of my stuff in the two chest blouson pockets of the shirts. Then I bought a Nutsac Sling Bag to empty out all of those pockets and then some! I picked up a Nutsac Man Bag Damit (MBD) and carried it as a smaller sling pack until a wannabe smartass referred to my new Nutsac as a "nice purse!" The MBD now serves as a valet tray on my dresser and has been replaced with a Nutsac Speed Sling that looks a bit less like a purse. I do use several "fanny packs, though I prefer to refer to them as 'Butt Packs.' The first is a Carry Commission Bum Bag and the second worth mentioning is a Waterfeld Waist Pack. Count me in as a fan of Butt packs! An interesting and very well-made video. Thank you for that!
Rock my Eberlestock standard all the time! Pew pew, knife, light, Snakestaff TQ, extra mag, and blowout kit with chest seals. Have an XL setup the same way for a larger pew pew. Great video!
I'm a small sling bag guy. Right between fanny pack and backpack. I like having more capacity as well as not opening up the compartment with a gun in it anytime i need something out of it.
Great review. Waiting to see your review on the minivan next! 😀 seriously though, like the “waist bag”, the minivan is the most utilitarian thing out there, though I’d like mine sitting on a quadratrac chassis. My buddy’s wife calls hers the “loser cruiser” 😀
Maxpedition Waist Proteus Versipack, brilliant, buy a shoulder strap and you’re covered, waist or shoulder carry. Multiple pockets are so useful, if there are better out there I have tried and failed to find one ! Quality and longevity is a given ! Game changer 😮.
Hell nah! Those pants otoh have merit. Thanks for the shout. Wish I had space dedicated to cleaning/working on pews like yours. Thats dope, man. Quality content plus a bonus for the well lit show stage. Subbed.
I'm a fan of the Bando Bag XL myself. Added a Vertx tactigami holster and it's perfect for my carry. Only issue I've had with it is sitting down in a vehicle with it on..
First time watching your videos… LOVE the one line humor!!! I had the eberlestock reg and liked it ok. It was just a tad small but the main thing I didn’t like was no “rapid access tab” or even a double zipper on the secondary pocket so you could offset your zippers to keep the main ccw zippers clear. I found the Helicon Tex I think that checks those boxes and fits my G45 with an optic and spare mag. Thanks for sharing!!!
Yes I too have turned to the dark side this season and got a Eberlestock bando bag. I like it, I just wish it had row of elastic bands across the front of inside zip pocket. Otherwise I like it.
Thanks so much for your great video. Very informative and also had me cracking up! I've never had one of these before (used to laugh at people who did) but am considering buying one for practicality reasons. I've been looking at all different types and reviews, and the Bando bag seems to be going to the top of my list. The main reason I want one is that I have a lot of crap to carry when out walking the dog at night, and I hate stuffing my pockets full of the things I need. I typically take poop bags, a knife, flashlight, pepper spray, keys, wallet, phone, and also have my CCW IWB with a spare mag on me as well, and it's all uncomfortable and weighs me down. It's also a project just trying to load all this stuff up and get out the door. I like that the Bando has three separate compartments, keeping the CCW compartment separate from the main compartment that has all your EDC stuff in it, so I don't have to open the CCW compartment exposing my firearm in order to get my wallet or whatever out if I go into a store. Love me some "Beaver Bag"! LOL!
Make sure to stow your tourniquet the right way! Put the grey time strap to the side. When shit hits the fan you will lose the ability to do micro adjustments with your fingers and lose time and blood. Your TQ will be useless the moment you need it. Preparation and training is a must with these things. Greetings from Germany 🤘
I love the eberlestock bando bad. It is perfect for summer with typical summer wear and sweats in the winter. Holds all the basics you need for EDC. Perfect for driving with as well, you will not have to worry about getting to your pistol when you need it.
Those bags are and have been awesome for sometime. I’ve been using one in the summer for years. I have several. If you’re not afraid of something other than earth tones, they don’t have to scream gun. It’s whatever. You do you bro. The only thing I would say is that you have to put the work in at dry fire and competition to know how much slower it makes your draw stroke. 2 things l learned in my journey are that I always want the bigger bag. Running a G19 sized gun with optic. The second thing is that you want a bag that has the dummy cord loops and works well with a trigger guard type holster. Raven Concealment makes a great one. They are much quicker to holster up and safer I think than any kind of soft fabric BS that could contribute to an ND. My concern has always been getting engaged by first responders by mistake because you’re standing around with a weapon when you should be holstered up after an incident. Think about it and train through it. Great video, I subscribed.
If you wear it on your butt, it's a fanny pack, or butt pack. If you wear it up front, it's a hip pack. If you wear it diagonally off your shoulder, then it's a mini sling bag. I wore a butt pack for years in the infantry. Extremely handy for outdoorsmen, like bushcraft practitioners. I wear mine in front, I carry a concealed defense item, very available when seated.
During the early 70s, we used a Fanny Pack that was above our Fanny to carry small tools, spare tire tube repair kit, spare chain link and some other supplies in case we needed to preform repairs on the motor cycle dirt bike course. This was before the gun carry Fanny Packs. Kinda like carrying water in a canteen before they came out with water bottles. First things first, then they evolve.
This is the first time finding your channel; I literally laughed out loud a few times. Whole heartedly agree with your hot takes; been carrying a BumBag as my EDC for a while, tucking it in my backpack when I need to carry more. Definitely intrigued by that vertex bag with the chest strap attachment!
Been carrying via pack for years now. Works excellent for me. Dont much give a damn what others think. Most confuse their opinions for something much more.
30+ years ago, as a young LEO, I used the "Fanny Packs", but stopped using them. Now, as an older retired LEO, seeing these packs has spiked my interest in using them once again. Thanks for the informative video!
Been carrying like this for years and thanks to you I can up my game! Usually wear sport shorts or pants but like you said, having full pockets it’s just not convenient or comfortable. Keep up the good work. Fan of the pegging style 😂
I've been using fanny packs for many years now since I don't give a rats **s what other people think. I have small ones for just a little extra EDC gear when in town. Larger ones when in the outdoors and a special one as first aid kit. I just don't like having bulky or heavy pockets. They might not be very common in the US or maybe parts of northern Europe but you do see them in a lot of parts of the world. I know because I travel. In my country The Netherlands they are actually fashionable but as a sling bag used mostly by young people. But a very good video so I subscribed and liked.
YES! Fanny pack GANG! I have a vertx long walks fanny pack. I keep a TQ on the left side molle and a Kizer+Maverick Customs harpoon on the right molle. Both are concealed by a tee shirt. I keep my wallet, lockpick set, and a practice lock in the back compartment. Glock 19+ streamlight tlr-1hl, a custom IFAK, and spare mags in the main compartment. Front pocket alternates between diapers and wipes, a multitool, or a headlamp and dog training treats.
Man I appreciate you showing the larger guns fitting inside of these, looks like the Bando XL would be perfect for me. I have the Verx bag shown here and it just doesn't work well for me I've tried it for a few months and I just hate the straps and the clip, it's in the center so it's tough to close, and the clip comes undone too easily, it's not a regular clip someone could easily come up behind you and unclip it.
Great video my friend. I give you kudos for tackling this "sensitive" yet, practical issue. I've battled with this as well, however, using the "right" crossbody is effective and not as "geeky" as the "fanny/waist" pack. I think either config is just fine and I sue both depending on the situation; I could simply care less what others think of me. What I find funny is most videos on "EDC" I see the reviewer stuffing all sorts of shiz in his ALL pockets including the cargo pockets......I have NO idea how someone could love the feeling of this or being loaded down....I can barely stand to have a minimal wallet in my pocket, EDC/clip-in pocket knife, chapstick, very small Fisher space pen, and a watch on. Hell, others (TH-camrs/reviewers) will bloody stuff a full size loaded out wallet, iPhone PLUS, set car keys with all sorts of tools on it, Leatherman, chapstick, bit kit, clip-in flashlight, Airpods, notepad/pen, paracord, sunglasses, pen, another clip-in pocket knife, Bic lighter mini first aid kit, CCW with 2 extra mags, fixed blade on their belt, bandana, possible extra mag outside their CCW config, etc., etc., etc., WTF? I think you get my drift as so many TH-camrs do this very thing; it's insanity IMHO. Just get a damn waist or crossbody bag to carry all that shiz. But hey, to each their own if that config floats their boat. Cheers my friend.
To each their own, of course. I can see the value and utility of what I'll call "off body carry" for a lot of the stuff we like to schlep around. I also see why some folks are reluctant to carry a pistol (in particular) off-body. I have a sling bag that I carry at times, especially when I'm going to be in unfamiliar environments. But most of the time, the jeans-and-plaid shirt look (or short trews in summer) serve as decent "urban camouflage" for me. I like being less-remarkable without being hard-core "grey man" dude.
I have a Kifaru Rogan and really like it. Summer time I conceal carry with it but I usually have shorts/jeans with a Kore Essentials belt on and just use an IWB holster but I have 3 young kids and the Rogan ends up carrying diapers, wipes, snacks etc. I can empty that stuff out and use it during hunting season as well. Love that bag
I got three sizes I use small, medium and large... and honestly it doesn't have to be anything fancy... Been thinking about doing a vid about this too... Anyways, great video and thanks for your time as well😎✌️
My Eberlestock fanny pack is awesome. One advice I would give is to get the large one unless you plan on carrying one of the tiny microcompacts. My PDP compact doesn’t fit easily in the regular size one, but it fits great in the large.
I’m with you on this. I started rocking the fanny pack this last summer also. Most times I don’t wear it around my waist. I wear it cross body and no I’m not gay but it’s easier to remove that way when I don’t want to wear it lol. My wife kind of lovingly nudged me into it but after a while I embraced it. I kept forgetting my necessities every time we would leave for a trip this past summer. We were traveling almost every weekend June to August for a prior commitment and when I would forget my stuff it caused delays and unnecessary stops not to mention the cost. Now I don’t EDC in mine. YET! But it has crossed my mind.
Ok, those that hang toilet paper underneath are just worse than those wearing a yellow bucket cap. As for the dark side, I’m there and own a 5.11 fanny pack that attaches to my 5.11 Covert backpack. Love the set up and the hidden compartment for my little blank thing 😂. Great video!
I purchased a waist bag from 5.11 about five years ago and haven't used it once because I just can't get myself to wear it in public. 🤣😂 It holds my Sig P320 X-Compact with light and optic just fine.
I ordered a bandobag xl prior to watching. I was looking for validation. Your video made me laugh the most. I received my first "fanny pack" about 30 years ago as a Christmas gift I only wore to carry shotgun shells dove hunting. It was just a single big pocket. I'm calling mine an appendix pack! Also I'm planning to carry my p365 macro in a holster behind my appendix pack and use the pistol space for maybe oc, fixed blade, extra meds.
Hey Jeremy! Always makes my day to see your videos pop up in my notifications. I absolutely love your style of content and you're very good at it. Eager to see more from you and hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving!
I’m definitely about to order one but one that doesn’t scream “Tacticool gun guy” (it also helps that I am a father and still have to carry diapers and wipes and all the other stuff but can use the rear pocket for that pistol)
I've battled with this as well, however, using the "right" crossbody is effective and not as "geeky" as the "fanny/waist" pack. I think either config is just fine and I sue both depending on the situation; I could simply care less what others think of me. What I find funny is most videos on "EDC" I see the reviewer stuffing all sorts of shiz in his ALL pockets including the cargo pockets......I have NO idea how someone could love the feeling of this or being loaded down....I can barely stand to have a minimal wallet in my pocket, EDC/clip-in pocket knife, chapstick, very small Fisher space pen, and a watch on. Hell, others (TH-camrs/reviewers) will bloody stuff a full size loaded out wallet, iPhone PLUS, set car keys with all sorts of tools on it, Leatherman, chapstick, bit kit, clip-in flashlight, Airpods, notepad/pen, paracord, sunglasses, pen, another clip-in pocket knife, Bic lighter mini first aid kit, CCW with 2 extra mags, fixed blade on their belt, bandana, possible extra mag outside their CCW config, etc., etc., etc., WTF? I think you get my drift as so many TH-camrs do this very thing; it's insanity IMHO. Just get a damn waist or crossbody bag to carry all that shiz. But hey, to each their own if that config floats their boat. Cheers my friend.
2 minutes in and already agree. I personally have carried Fanny packs and crossbodies. Currently I’m carrying the chrome industries mini cadet. But they’re great. Carry your gun, knife, wallet keys whatever and be comfy rather then a pocket full of stuff. And if you do get down somewhere and feel like just carrying your keys then cool throw them in your pocket but. Days at the park or hikes whatever. They’re the way to go.
Retired from 25 years of law enforcement in Ohio and moved to Florida. Started carrying a Bando Bag daily since I got here in October of 23, now I have 3 (green, blue and black). Dont care what anyone thinks, t-shirt, shorts and a fanny pack with all my EDC requirements.
I run a eberlestock xl bando and a vertex socp . I work at a school and i carry first aid, meds, writing tools and other things without issue. Its great.
I rock a Bando XL now and still have/use the smaller Bando, a HPG waist pack, and several fjallraven packs (for non-permissive environments, like Europe). Don’t use the pack everyday, but it just depends on what I’m wearing.
to be honest man you are so right. my name is andrew and i have been watching you for years and i fricken love fanny pack in the summer. you are deffinetly not crazy for doing this
I couldn't agree more. Try a sling style pack that can double as a fanny pack. It really is a comfortable way to wear a small pack when a situation calls for it
Deputy for 30 years. Been using fanny pack for that long to carry my off duty weapon. In less I'm going some place fancy then I wear my holster under my suit jacket.
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Agreed 💯 fanny packs are making a big impact now. It is the ultimate man's accessory carry nowadays!
One of the best reviews and walk throughs of our Bando Bag we've seen. Thank you for trusting our gear!
I’m sold gonna order one
Absolutely love my bando bag. I have IWB’s & OWB’s and still prefer my bando bag each time.
Buying one now
Love your products.
Love my standard Bando! Waiting for the XL to arrive now.
30 years L.E. carrying every day. I have been using the Eberstock smaller version for about 6 to 8 months, a Hill People Gear for about 6 months and a Helikon-Tex for about 2 years. at first I only used the "waist bag for running. Then I started using the Eberstock for motorcycling, now they are about my preferred mode of off duty carry. I now have reading glasses going with me every where and they just prove to be a good way of carrying everything that 60 laps around the sun force me to carry now. And, now having been a firm member of team I.D.G.A.F. since turning 50 I will continue this practice. Excellent video. I can't believe I just stumbled onto your channel. But than again I am 60 and don't spend every waking moment on a device, I still like to play with guns, chainsaws, motorcycles and most of all my wife:-)
Good to know we can still play after 60!
I'm about to join the IDGAF team next year.
That one member of the wolfpack be like, "it's not a purse, it's called a satchel. Indiana Jones wears one."
European carryall - and that makes you à fancy boy
"And Indiana Jones was a pedophile"
Hmmmmm
I need to have a long conversation with myself before i could rock a fanny pack.
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You gotta be norwegian, yes? 😅
@ Det stemmer 😊👍🏻
@ hehe, nice! Hvor i norge holder du deg?
@ Bodø her, du?
My Dad was an Army major, bodyguard, air marshal, cop, and federal agent in his lifetime. He carried a fanny pack. Judge all you want.
I wear a fanny pack whenever we travel… now, I’ve never disliked them. But I never thought about using it for my concealed carry…. Life = changed! Great video man!
For those of us who travel a sling bag is a very useful piece of kit. Travel bag goes above the seats on the airline or bus while the slingbag can keep all gear needed handy within reach (phone, headphones/airpods, chargers, cables, ID, whatever). Also keeps it close to body, easily concealed and our pockets empty for the nefarious subway poachers.
Slings are the only way to go. A dude with a beard wearing a Daniel defense shirt and cargo shorts is only carrying one thing in a hip worn fanny pack….and everyone knows it. Throw a sling on and you look like every other NPC walking around the pumpkin patch
Solid advice
Nailed it! Die Hard IS a Christmas movie, pocketknives SHOULD BE carried tip up, and toilet paper DEFINITELY rolls off the top.
I’ve used a Fanny pack for the past few years. My 3 sons and friends tease me regularly. My response “It just makes sense for us ADHD guys”. Love it and will be ordering one of your recommendations today. Great video.
I’m 28 & have been using Fanny packs for the last like 4-5 years & they’re awesome ! 👏🏽
About once a year, I think about rockin a fanny pack, so I go look at pics of Hulk Hogan wearing a fanny pack at my current age, then give up on the Fanny Pack idea and start working out more regularly.
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Makes perfect sense.
Also, I pretty much assume everyone wearing a fanny pack is packing either a gun of fudge.
I have been running a hill people gear medium original kit bag for the last two years and LOVE IT. Everything is always there, never forget anything, nothing ends up in the wash, pockets are always empty. Try it, you might like it.
Great video! Had my Bando on my waist today while driving an hour to the coast here in Oregon and forgot it was on. Much more comfortable than burying my conceal IWB. Great job!
I've just started using a fanny pack, the one you show exactly except it is blue. I find it greatly beneficial to me and comfortable. My new EDC from now on.
Friend from across the pond here. You are correct. Beaver bag is a personal favourite though.
Mmmm beaver
Bro I’m a busted up 60 year old 911 Bronx firefighter, 4 major spinal operations 2 bouts 911 cancer and other missing organs now, turning into MATTER! Need some rustease , HA! I just call it my shoulder sling , it is a mobile arsenal med bag. Your spot on brother and I have everything in it can even fit my my sig 10 X with 3 mags Romeo-x dot and 2 knives, glass punch pen popper for making holes Meds all I need to hold the fort till Calvary shows up!!! Stay frosty bro 😎 stay blessed soldier of GOD!!! Happy new year 🎆
I rock a small sling bag all the time. Gun, fixed blade, multi tool, notepad. If you practice drawing from it, it’s awesome. I end up carrying my gun more actually
I love my Fanny pack. I was anti Fanny pack until I tried it, and 100% love it. I still carry IWB from time to time, but the comfort and versatility of fanny pack is second to none.
Die Hard IS a Christmas movie.
Pineapple DOES go on pizza.
The toilet paper goes OVER.
And I carry my pew pew "tip" down. 😂
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Right, wrong, right, right
All except for the pizza, blasphemer!😂
Right, never, wrong, right.
Right, Right, Right and Right!
I bought one recently on vacation…. Embarrassed by it but grateful for it at the same time.
Growing up in the 80’s I just can’t go back to the Fanny pack, but I compromised with the sling 😎
I just realized I've been following your videos for years now. Glad to see you having fun and making good stuff still. Cheers man!
Been carrying the SOCP for A YEAR. Great EDC. I stopped worrying about what everyone else thought.
Comfort… and concealed carry. Great vid. 👍
Hell yeah! I got the Eberlestock a few months back too, I love it. Let someone say I look stupid. It’s way more easy than dicking around my pockets finding things.
I’ve been carrying in a sling for a few years and have bought 15+ fanny/slings including the one he uses. The vertx full size is the best by far imo. I use it as a transport/extra mag/ gear/med bag. It mostly stays in my truck. It comes with a strong band that easily holds my kydex holster. So I will carry it in the bag if I’m going into the store with a couple extra mags and first aid and pull it out and go iwb if I feel like going light. It’s really is the most practical way to carry In so many ways.
Three things I own for EDC. Fanny pack, chest bag and sling bag! Depending on what I need. They all work great.
Yes sir!!!!! Ive been all about the fanny for years. Its a basic kit that has a little bit of everything you need and supplements all my other bags. No matter where i go,my fanny gos. I obviously always have on person edc, which is phone, keys, wallet, flashlight, folding knife, watch, Friendly sweed paracord bracelet, lighter, whistle, compass and pew pew. Possibly my leatherman as well. The fanny has everything else. If i truly needed to i could survive with just my on person edc and my fanny. Most the time my fanny goes into what ever pack im carrying with me which depends on what im going out to do. I love the fact that i can just throw my fanny on my person. I can toss it in my work or truck bag and if needed i can ditch the truck bag and go full on and toss the fanny in my bug out or inch bag. No matter what if i have at least my fanny, i know i got the bare minimum of what i need for almost any situation i may find myself in. Real men aren't afraid to rock the fanny!😂
I committed to using one for a month just so I could speak intelligently about them. After, I still prefer my gun in the appendix position but when that’s not the best choice this is an acceptable solution.
I got the Vertex S.O.C.P. and found a small piece of body armor that fits in the rear pouch. So wearing it cross body can have a small advantage.
Like any carry position, PRACTICE YOUR DRAW!!!! You’ll find it’s not as slow as you think.
Having a gun on you somewhere is always better than not having one at all.
I have a Vertx fanny and I really love the built-in holster for my semi-automatic "hole puncher" and a few hole puncher magazines. Totally worth the extra cost over a non-hole puncher-compatible version.
I own the full size and mini, the mini will only fit a p238 but the full size is the way. They are by far the best. I probably own 15 different fanny/slings including many non ccw packs. The vertx is the best by far. It also doesn’t scream I maybe carrying. They did a good job keeping it discreet but functional.
I've had a bando bag for about 6 months and I love it. Walking the dog or running errands, it makes me want to carry.
Clicked on video about EDC - then almost moved on when I realized it was about fanny packs - then laughed a bunch so kept watching - now a little more than halfway convinced. Maybe not for all the time but could have its place? A lot of good points…
I worked in Argentina some time ago, men down there at that time wore a small Fanny pack on their strong side. I got used to it, and when I came back here, I still did it for a while…. But it really is a very functional tool.
Less is best. I used to 'EDC' the typical gear list because it was 'fun' to have all this crap 'just in case.' The joy is in having the potential to meet any bizarre, dreamed-up scenario that our spendy spends can be justified for! But after trying to manage all this, I gave up and am back to the man standard of: phone, wallet, keys, clip knife, and CCW. Haven't had to slay a zombie, or build a makeshift space shuttle out of twigs and paracord in the last three years. I do miss having all that potential at hand though - It was the best way I could see all that cool gear 🤣
I mostly agree. But I hate carrying just the bare-bones gear (phone, wallet, keys, knife and CCW) in my pants. And like Jeremy said, when it's hot and you're wearing lightweight clothes and don't have a decent waste-band and pockets, you can't carry the basics anyway. I'm old, so I'm making to move to the waste pack.
Well said..less is light.
Best EDC purchase I made was a Hanks belt.
Yeah, I wish I could. Stupid cancer meds and then needing to carry my glasses with me and contact solution screwed everything up. There’s a few other things that I need everyday that’s private. I miss my younger carry days.
@ I own two of Hanks belts…best belt I have ever owned.
I carry the 5.11 Select Carry Pistol Pouch when out in the woods or working out. It works great and holds my P365 easy. I can also fit my VP9 in it. Has stretchy bands inside to keep it in place and a quick open tab on the outside for fast easy access. It also functions as a sling pack if I want it to. Been out hiking and got tired of it around the waist. very comfy as a sling. Not as much room as the ones you showed but functional enough to use to carry non-gun things.
Good idea
I got a bag from High Speed Daddy
fanny pack
beaver bag
Vagina pouch
Sling bag
Waist bag
Chest bag
Call it what you want lmao
But I like the design of the HSD fanny pack
I use it while hiking
being disabled and in a power wheelchair whenever I go out of the house. I am usually rocking a waist bag. no one gives me or it a 2nd look, they hide my revolver or my compact easy peasy.
Very good review, went and ordered a Bando bag. Very useful with kids. Can hold your gear plus snacks. Easier and safer way to carry a firearm. It just works. Keep up the great work!!!🤙
I've always loved carrying around a fanny pack I take one everywhere I go as part of my EDC.
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There was a time when my EDC paraphernalia filled both front pockets and a hip pocket on my trousers and I wore fishing shirts daily so that I could put the rest of my stuff in the two chest blouson pockets of the shirts. Then I bought a Nutsac Sling Bag to empty out all of those pockets and then some! I picked up a Nutsac Man Bag Damit (MBD) and carried it as a smaller sling pack until a wannabe smartass referred to my new Nutsac as a "nice purse!" The MBD now serves as a valet tray on my dresser and has been replaced with a Nutsac Speed Sling that looks a bit less like a purse. I do use several "fanny packs, though I prefer to refer to them as 'Butt Packs.' The first is a Carry Commission Bum Bag and the second worth mentioning is a Waterfeld Waist Pack. Count me in as a fan of Butt packs! An interesting and very well-made video. Thank you for that!
Rock my Eberlestock standard all the time! Pew pew, knife, light, Snakestaff TQ, extra mag, and blowout kit with chest seals. Have an XL setup the same way for a larger pew pew. Great video!
I'm a small sling bag guy. Right between fanny pack and backpack. I like having more capacity as well as not opening up the compartment with a gun in it anytime i need something out of it.
Great review. Waiting to see your review on the minivan next! 😀 seriously though, like the “waist bag”, the minivan is the most utilitarian thing out there, though I’d like mine sitting on a quadratrac chassis. My buddy’s wife calls hers the “loser cruiser” 😀
Maxpedition Waist Proteus Versipack, brilliant, buy a shoulder strap and you’re covered, waist or shoulder carry. Multiple pockets are so useful, if there are better out there I have tried and failed to find one ! Quality and longevity is a given ! Game changer 😮.
Hell nah! Those pants otoh have merit. Thanks for the shout.
Wish I had space dedicated to cleaning/working on pews like yours. Thats dope, man.
Quality content plus a bonus for the well lit show stage. Subbed.
I'm a fan of the Bando Bag XL myself. Added a Vertx tactigami holster and it's perfect for my carry. Only issue I've had with it is sitting down in a vehicle with it on..
Agree! I live in the high desert. I will only carry in a Viktos Urban Carry Sling.
First time watching your videos… LOVE the one line humor!!! I had the eberlestock reg and liked it ok. It was just a tad small but the main thing I didn’t like was no “rapid access tab” or even a double zipper on the secondary pocket so you could offset your zippers to keep the main ccw zippers clear. I found the Helicon Tex I think that checks those boxes and fits my G45 with an optic and spare mag. Thanks for sharing!!!
Yes I too have turned to the dark side this season and got a Eberlestock bando bag. I like it, I just wish it had row of elastic bands across the front of inside zip pocket. Otherwise I like it.
Thanks so much for your great video. Very informative and also had me cracking up! I've never had one of these before (used to laugh at people who did) but am considering buying one for practicality reasons. I've been looking at all different types and reviews, and the Bando bag seems to be going to the top of my list. The main reason I want one is that I have a lot of crap to carry when out walking the dog at night, and I hate stuffing my pockets full of the things I need. I typically take poop bags, a knife, flashlight, pepper spray, keys, wallet, phone, and also have my CCW IWB with a spare mag on me as well, and it's all uncomfortable and weighs me down. It's also a project just trying to load all this stuff up and get out the door. I like that the Bando has three separate compartments, keeping the CCW compartment separate from the main compartment that has all your EDC stuff in it, so I don't have to open the CCW compartment exposing my firearm in order to get my wallet or whatever out if I go into a store. Love me some "Beaver Bag"! LOL!
Make sure to stow your tourniquet the right way! Put the grey time strap to the side. When shit hits the fan you will lose the ability to do micro adjustments with your fingers and lose time and blood. Your TQ will be useless the moment you need it. Preparation and training is a must with these things. Greetings from Germany 🤘
I love the eberlestock bando bad. It is perfect for summer with typical summer wear and sweats in the winter. Holds all the basics you need for EDC. Perfect for driving with as well, you will not have to worry about getting to your pistol when you need it.
Always enjoy your videos. You make something about everything.
Those bags are and have been awesome for sometime. I’ve been using one in the summer for years. I have several. If you’re not afraid of something other than earth tones, they don’t have to scream gun. It’s whatever. You do you bro. The only thing I would say is that you have to put the work in at dry fire and competition to know how much slower it makes your draw stroke. 2 things l learned in my journey are that I always want the bigger bag. Running a G19 sized gun with optic. The second thing is that you want a bag that has the dummy cord loops and works well with a trigger guard type holster. Raven Concealment makes a great one. They are much quicker to holster up and safer I think than any kind of soft fabric BS that could contribute to an ND. My concern has always been getting engaged by first responders by mistake because you’re standing around with a weapon when you should be holstered up after an incident. Think about it and train through it. Great video, I subscribed.
If you wear it on your butt, it's a fanny pack, or butt pack.
If you wear it up front, it's a hip pack.
If you wear it diagonally off your shoulder, then it's a mini sling bag.
I wore a butt pack for years in the infantry.
Extremely handy for outdoorsmen, like bushcraft practitioners.
I wear mine in front, I carry a concealed defense item, very available when seated.
Very good. Another solid option is the SERE Sack from Cole-Tac.
During the early 70s, we used a Fanny Pack that was above our Fanny to carry small tools, spare tire tube repair kit, spare chain link and some other supplies in case we needed to preform repairs on the motor cycle dirt bike course. This was before the gun carry Fanny Packs. Kinda like carrying water in a canteen before they came out with water bottles. First things first, then they evolve.
This is the first time finding your channel; I literally laughed out loud a few times. Whole heartedly agree with your hot takes; been carrying a BumBag as my EDC for a while, tucking it in my backpack when I need to carry more. Definitely intrigued by that vertex bag with the chest strap attachment!
Been carrying via pack for years now. Works excellent for me. Dont much give a damn what others think. Most confuse their opinions for something much more.
I got a sling for EDC, It’s really nice to have everything I want.
I am considering a sling bag as well. Patagonia looks good. Which do you prefer?
@ I got my self CodeofBell X-pod II. It can hold 7L but able to compact for a smaller carry. There’s more other sling that might fit your preferences.
@@lkplmao thank you! I will check that out.
I have a couple of fanny packs for concealed carry. I do agree with what you’re saying. I find it easily accessible and convenient.
30+ years ago, as a young LEO, I used the "Fanny Packs", but stopped using them. Now, as an older retired LEO, seeing these packs has spiked my interest in using them once again. Thanks for the informative video!
Been carrying like this for years and thanks to you I can up my game! Usually wear sport shorts or pants but like you said, having full pockets it’s just not convenient or comfortable. Keep up the good work. Fan of the pegging style 😂
LOVE mine. Been team beaver bag for about four years now.
I've been using fanny packs for many years now since I don't give a rats **s what other people think. I have small ones for just a little extra EDC gear when in town. Larger ones when in the outdoors and a special one as first aid kit. I just don't like having bulky or heavy pockets. They might not be very common in the US or maybe parts of northern Europe but you do see them in a lot of parts of the world. I know because I travel. In my country The Netherlands they are actually fashionable but as a sling bag used mostly by young people. But a very good video so I subscribed and liked.
YES! Fanny pack GANG!
I have a vertx long walks fanny pack. I keep a TQ on the left side molle and a Kizer+Maverick Customs harpoon on the right molle. Both are concealed by a tee shirt.
I keep my wallet, lockpick set, and a practice lock in the back compartment.
Glock 19+ streamlight tlr-1hl, a custom IFAK, and spare mags in the main compartment.
Front pocket alternates between diapers and wipes, a multitool, or a headlamp and dog training treats.
Man I appreciate you showing the larger guns fitting inside of these, looks like the Bando XL would be perfect for me. I have the Verx bag shown here and it just doesn't work well for me I've tried it for a few months and I just hate the straps and the clip, it's in the center so it's tough to close, and the clip comes undone too easily, it's not a regular clip someone could easily come up behind you and unclip it.
Long time TNP’r here. Agreed, fanny packs are the way to go. I’ve had many, but my go to is the Eberlestock bando smaller version.
Double sided hook and loop straps around a IWB holster work well to secure a holster inside the bando bag.
This would be a great pack to use as an EDC to keep all of my colostomy pouch supplies. Thank you Jeremy !
I carried in a fanny pack a LOT in the 1980s. Only occasionally these days. But it is a perfectly useful method of carry.
No hate at all! I've been wearing one as an EDC for a few years now.
Great video my friend. I give you kudos for tackling this "sensitive" yet, practical issue. I've battled with this as well, however, using the "right" crossbody is effective and not as "geeky" as the "fanny/waist" pack. I think either config is just fine and I sue both depending on the situation; I could simply care less what others think of me. What I find funny is most videos on "EDC" I see the reviewer stuffing all sorts of shiz in his ALL pockets including the cargo pockets......I have NO idea how someone could love the feeling of this or being loaded down....I can barely stand to have a minimal wallet in my pocket, EDC/clip-in pocket knife, chapstick, very small Fisher space pen, and a watch on. Hell, others (TH-camrs/reviewers) will bloody stuff a full size loaded out wallet, iPhone PLUS, set car keys with all sorts of tools on it, Leatherman, chapstick, bit kit, clip-in flashlight, Airpods, notepad/pen, paracord, sunglasses, pen, another clip-in pocket knife, Bic lighter mini first aid kit, CCW with 2 extra mags, fixed blade on their belt, bandana, possible extra mag outside their CCW config, etc., etc., etc., WTF? I think you get my drift as so many TH-camrs do this very thing; it's insanity IMHO. Just get a damn waist or crossbody bag to carry all that shiz. But hey, to each their own if that config floats their boat. Cheers my friend.
To each their own, of course. I can see the value and utility of what I'll call "off body carry" for a lot of the stuff we like to schlep around. I also see why some folks are reluctant to carry a pistol (in particular) off-body.
I have a sling bag that I carry at times, especially when I'm going to be in unfamiliar environments.
But most of the time, the jeans-and-plaid shirt look (or short trews in summer) serve as decent "urban camouflage" for me. I like being less-remarkable without being hard-core "grey man" dude.
I have a Kifaru Rogan and really like it. Summer time I conceal carry with it but I usually have shorts/jeans with a Kore Essentials belt on and just use an IWB holster but I have 3 young kids and the Rogan ends up carrying diapers, wipes, snacks etc. I can empty that stuff out and use it during hunting season as well. Love that bag
I got three sizes I use small, medium and large... and honestly it doesn't have to be anything fancy... Been thinking about doing a vid about this too... Anyways, great video and thanks for your time as well😎✌️
My Eberlestock fanny pack is awesome. One advice I would give is to get the large one unless you plan on carrying one of the tiny microcompacts. My PDP compact doesn’t fit easily in the regular size one, but it fits great in the large.
I’m with you on this. I started rocking the fanny pack this last summer also. Most times I don’t wear it around my waist. I wear it cross body and no I’m not gay but it’s easier to remove that way when I don’t want to wear it lol. My wife kind of lovingly nudged me into it but after a while I embraced it. I kept forgetting my necessities every time we would leave for a trip this past summer. We were traveling almost every weekend June to August for a prior commitment and when I would forget my stuff it caused delays and unnecessary stops not to mention the cost. Now I don’t EDC in mine. YET! But it has crossed my mind.
Ok, those that hang toilet paper underneath are just worse than those wearing a yellow bucket cap. As for the dark side, I’m there and own a 5.11 fanny pack that attaches to my 5.11 Covert backpack. Love the set up and the hidden compartment for my little blank thing 😂. Great video!
I purchased a waist bag from 5.11 about five years ago and haven't used it once because I just can't get myself to wear it in public. 🤣😂
It holds my Sig P320 X-Compact with light and optic just fine.
SWFL here. Got the bando bag when it came out. Game changer.
I ordered a bandobag xl prior to watching. I was looking for validation. Your video made me laugh the most. I received my first "fanny pack" about 30 years ago as a Christmas gift I only wore to carry shotgun shells dove hunting. It was just a single big pocket. I'm calling mine an appendix pack! Also I'm planning to carry my p365 macro in a holster behind my appendix pack and use the pistol space for maybe oc, fixed blade, extra meds.
Hey Jeremy! Always makes my day to see your videos pop up in my notifications. I absolutely love your style of content and you're very good at it. Eager to see more from you and hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving!
I even wear a chest rig when hiking. A good choice.
I’m definitely about to order one but one that doesn’t scream “Tacticool gun guy” (it also helps that I am a father and still have to carry diapers and wipes and all the other stuff but can use the rear pocket for that pistol)
Weeks to see a video from ya, and we get this.
Who hurt you?
love it brother, even tho I don't agree - keep em comin'.
lol!
I've battled with this as well, however, using the "right" crossbody is effective and not as "geeky" as the "fanny/waist" pack. I think either config is just fine and I sue both depending on the situation; I could simply care less what others think of me. What I find funny is most videos on "EDC" I see the reviewer stuffing all sorts of shiz in his ALL pockets including the cargo pockets......I have NO idea how someone could love the feeling of this or being loaded down....I can barely stand to have a minimal wallet in my pocket, EDC/clip-in pocket knife, chapstick, very small Fisher space pen, and a watch on. Hell, others (TH-camrs/reviewers) will bloody stuff a full size loaded out wallet, iPhone PLUS, set car keys with all sorts of tools on it, Leatherman, chapstick, bit kit, clip-in flashlight, Airpods, notepad/pen, paracord, sunglasses, pen, another clip-in pocket knife, Bic lighter mini first aid kit, CCW with 2 extra mags, fixed blade on their belt, bandana, possible extra mag outside their CCW config, etc., etc., etc., WTF? I think you get my drift as so many TH-camrs do this very thing; it's insanity IMHO. Just get a damn waist or crossbody bag to carry all that shiz. But hey, to each their own if that config floats their boat. Cheers my friend.
I snorted at this remark. Thank you.
2 minutes in and already agree. I personally have carried Fanny packs and crossbodies. Currently I’m carrying the chrome industries mini cadet. But they’re great. Carry your gun, knife, wallet keys whatever and be comfy rather then a pocket full of stuff. And if you do get down somewhere and feel like just carrying your keys then cool throw them in your pocket but. Days at the park or hikes whatever. They’re the way to go.
bumbags are awesome and they dont have to be worn around your waist either but cross body or just over your shoulder 3 in 1
I use the Fjallraven Ulvo. I've had all these bags and it's easily my favorite.
I wore a diagonal chest rig for nine days. It’s changes my way of thinking about them.
Retired from 25 years of law enforcement in Ohio and moved to Florida. Started carrying a Bando Bag daily since I got here in October of 23, now I have 3 (green, blue and black). Dont care what anyone thinks, t-shirt, shorts and a fanny pack with all my EDC requirements.
Great video, I’m considering the Eberlestock bag. Thanks brother! 🤙🏼🫡
I run a eberlestock xl bando and a vertex socp . I work at a school and i carry first aid, meds, writing tools and other things without issue. Its great.
I rock a Bando XL now and still have/use the smaller Bando, a HPG waist pack, and several fjallraven packs (for non-permissive environments, like Europe). Don’t use the pack everyday, but it just depends on what I’m wearing.
Cross body aint a terrible idea, round the waste is bold and only paired with white Reeboks
to be honest man you are so right. my name is andrew and i have been watching you for years and i fricken love fanny pack in the summer. you are deffinetly not crazy for doing this
I subbed cuz of the gagging fish…. Hahahaha, I literally uncontrollably burst out laughed at that!
I couldn't agree more. Try a sling style pack that can double as a fanny pack. It really is a comfortable way to wear a small pack when a situation calls for it
Thanks for posting such a through presentation.
Deputy for 30 years. Been using fanny pack for that long to carry my off duty weapon. In less I'm going some place fancy then I wear my holster under my suit jacket.