I really think you did the best job of setting up a belt out of all the Videos I watched, You gave tips and tricks in detail that where very useful. I really like your Velcro added to make up for the velcro you lost from the Items added on your belt. Good Job.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise with everyday Americans. And thank you for your service to our country. I was an 11B in the 82nd and we looked up to and admired SF guys.
I already bought one for helo flights and as a better shooting belt, but this video helped me feel confident about my decision, plus the velcro and thigh strap tips are legit. Thanks, man.
Cool setup. One question...is that belt mounted into the UBL correctly? I've always seen the belts woven from outside to inside to outside so the area of your waist inside the UBL is cushioned by the belt itself instead of hard kydex/plastic right against your hip. Also it allows the velcro from the inner and outter belts to make contact on both sides as well as in between the mounting loops of the UBL so it holds the holster in place far better. You had yours woven in the opposite manner so i was curious why you chose to go that route.
Thanks for putting this up. I decided to finally pull the trigger on one of these belts and I'll be taking some of your advice on how you set things up. Going to ditch my dump pouch, I have an issued canteen holder that works better for dropping extra crap into. Pretty well figured out that the pouch for mags is kind of useless, mags aren't cheap but cleaning up mags after the fact is cheaper. but having a general "I'm in a hurry" pocket is good to have.
I actually have two outer belts and one inner; one outer has my non-firearm configuration for work and the other has my Safariland mag pouch (.40 S&W) and Mid-Rise UBL with QLS 22 Receiver. I still need to get another one for my other handguns, which I need to decide what accessories I'll need to have on it. And yes, I like how you regained the Velcro lost by adding more.
@@2AlphaTrainingGroup I work as a Correctional Officer, so I only carry a firearm on duty under certain circumstances, so I have different needs depending on what my assigned duties are. Having two different belts makes it easy to be prepared when my supervisor tells me I'm going to be working somewhere I need to carry, and I can unclip my flashlight and put it on either belt as needed.
Two belt systems are da bomb diggity. They stay put and they're easy on, easy off without having to constantly thread and unthread gear. So they're great if you want to run and get lunch or you don't want to bring everything with you into the port-a-potty when the Taco Bell starts rebelling.
I may have missed it... But why do you use a standard clip attachments when you have the molle available? Wouldn't the molle on the outside be less bulky and not create the need to add additional Velcro to the inside of the belt?
Just finding your channel bro. Really appreciate the way you break this down. I've been out of the game for a while and feeling like I need to get some new gear with the way things are going these days. This belt system looks amazing and wish I had this when I deployed many years ago. Thanks
@@2AlphaTrainingGroup Nice! I did the same mod to the Shadow pouches and it works just as well as the Esstac 5.56 / 9mm pouches I got, they're gripping in there just fine. PMAG's, Stanag, etc. I got 3 2011 inserts with my 9mm and man to they hold 2011 magazines so much better haha
Currently a size 31" waist. Sometimes the 30" is too tight, and sometimes 32" is too big. Would it be better to get the 32" since Blue Alpha doesn't offer 31"?
What was the secondary Velcro you used? Not the industrial kind you can get from Walmart but the one you put on the med kit? Thanks man, I really like that idea.
If the outer belt is 1.75", and the PALs webs are 0.5" each, then the slot between them would be 0.75", not 1" per the MOLLE spec, right? Doesn't that cause some weird interference when mounting things? I'm thinking of going with the Ferro Bison Belt since it's 2" so that it has the full 1" between the PALs webs.
Very detailed and practical advise. Really appreciate the usefulness of gorilla tape to stop bleeding! Does the UBL fits the 1.75” belt well? Is the stiffness of the BAG belt the key here? Can you tell me how the BAG belt compares to the Safe Life defense molle belt. Your point on the quality of BAG belt (especially the inner velcro one) is what I’m asking about. Thanks for your service and advice.
The inner portion of the BAG is pretty stiff and I personally like it's design. The UBL does fit the 1.75. The stiffness of both inner and outer is what makes this belt so ideal.
only issues i have with the double belts are 1. you have to have the inner belt. what if you are wearing shorts or pants without belt loops? and 2 you have to tuck in your shirt. what do you do if you have a heavy jacket or coat on? tuck in your jacket?
you can buy anti slip inner belts that are rubber lined and dont run through your pant loops. i have one for the cold months so i can wear it over a jacket.
Good information in this video. I’m not sure why you chose a molle belt and then went with clips to hold all of your gear on. That kinda defeats the purpose.
I think he said that the Molle belt was a bit thicker and it, along with the added Velcro inside the clip made it even more secure. He also said that using Molle clips makes it harder to reposition things because of how they anchor into the loops.
I know this is a little late but I just wanted to let you know that you don’t have to worry about your finger bleeding 🩸 out. It’s a long way from your heart. Really appreciate your gear advice however. I’m sure it’s made from hard earned experience.
As a country boy whose sealed a gash with superglue and duct tape, I wouldn't laugh at the gorilla tape. For some injuries, that's more effective than overpriced med supplies.
That's a scuba webbing belt. Which means it's not life support rated. That d-ring is pointless on that belt and blue alpha gear should be ashamed of then selves for implying that it's life support rated.
What makes you think scuba webbing is not suitable for load bearing applications? What is life support rating . I've never heard this term and Ive used climbing and abseiling gear for more than a decade.
I really think you did the best job of setting up a belt out of all the Videos I watched, You gave tips and tricks in detail that where very useful. I really like your Velcro added to make up for the velcro you lost from the Items added on your belt. Good Job.
Thanks man. I really appreciate that.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise with everyday Americans. And thank you for your service to our country. I was an 11B in the 82nd and we looked up to and admired SF guys.
I appreciate that. Thank you for your service as well.
I already bought one for helo flights and as a better shooting belt, but this video helped me feel confident about my decision, plus the velcro and thigh strap tips are legit. Thanks, man.
No problem man
Cool setup. One question...is that belt mounted into the UBL correctly? I've always seen the belts woven from outside to inside to outside so the area of your waist inside the UBL is cushioned by the belt itself instead of hard kydex/plastic right against your hip. Also it allows the velcro from the inner and outter belts to make contact on both sides as well as in between the mounting loops of the UBL so it holds the holster in place far better. You had yours woven in the opposite manner so i was curious why you chose to go that route.
Due to a lack of response, gonna go ahead and say nope.
He attached some Velcro on the inside of the UBL, so I think it stays in place pretty good :)
Thanks for putting this up. I decided to finally pull the trigger on one of these belts and I'll be taking some of your advice on how you set things up. Going to ditch my dump pouch, I have an issued canteen holder that works better for dropping extra crap into. Pretty well figured out that the pouch for mags is kind of useless, mags aren't cheap but cleaning up mags after the fact is cheaper. but having a general "I'm in a hurry" pocket is good to have.
Switched to a double belt system years ago and love it, agree with you 100%.
I actually have two outer belts and one inner; one outer has my non-firearm configuration for work and the other has my Safariland mag pouch (.40 S&W) and Mid-Rise UBL with QLS 22 Receiver. I still need to get another one for my other handguns, which I need to decide what accessories I'll need to have on it. And yes, I like how you regained the Velcro lost by adding more.
Usually one range belt and one combat belt are good. Having some variations are nice too. 👊🏽👊🏽
@@2AlphaTrainingGroup I work as a Correctional Officer, so I only carry a firearm on duty under certain circumstances, so I have different needs depending on what my assigned duties are. Having two different belts makes it easy to be prepared when my supervisor tells me I'm going to be working somewhere I need to carry, and I can unclip my flashlight and put it on either belt as needed.
@@MatthewN8OHU Good stuff man. I love the QLS system for quick detach holsters.
Two belt systems are da bomb diggity. They stay put and they're easy on, easy off without having to constantly thread and unthread gear. So they're great if you want to run and get lunch or you don't want to bring everything with you into the port-a-potty when the Taco Bell starts rebelling.
Another good point lol
I may have missed it... But why do you use a standard clip attachments when you have the molle available?
Wouldn't the molle on the outside be less bulky and not create the need to add additional Velcro to the inside of the belt?
I'm curious about that too.
Just finding your channel bro. Really appreciate the way you break this down. I've been out of the game for a while and feeling like I need to get some new gear with the way things are going these days. This belt system looks amazing and wish I had this when I deployed many years ago. Thanks
what kind of mag carriers are you using? You said the name but I couldn't understand it. Even CC didn't pick it up. Thanks for the great info
Wilder Tactical mag carriers. Check out www.themusastore.com and support my store.
Thank you
You should check out WTFix straps, they hold on super well and less effort than gluing velcro
on the back of hooks like the esstac hooks etc
That velcro i used had industrial adhesive on that back end. I didn't need to glue it on.
@@2AlphaTrainingGroup Nice! I did the same mod to the Shadow pouches and it works just as well as the Esstac 5.56 / 9mm pouches I got, they're gripping in there just fine. PMAG's, Stanag, etc.
I got 3 2011 inserts with my 9mm and man to they hold 2011 magazines so much better haha
Nice tip on adding the extra Velcro what do you do when Velcro wears out or doesn't seem to hold ? after alot of use
Currently a size 31" waist. Sometimes the 30" is too tight, and sometimes 32" is too big. Would it be better to get the 32" since Blue Alpha doesn't offer 31"?
I say to always to up one size if you're in that middle place.
What was the secondary Velcro you used? Not the industrial kind you can get from Walmart but the one you put on the med kit? Thanks man, I really like that idea.
I have the blue alpha edc belt and i like it alot. got it for carry
If the outer belt is 1.75", and the PALs webs are 0.5" each, then the slot between them would be 0.75", not 1" per the MOLLE spec, right? Doesn't that cause some weird interference when mounting things? I'm thinking of going with the Ferro Bison Belt since it's 2" so that it has the full 1" between the PALs webs.
Excellent info,you made up my mind,thank you for sharing your experience.
Very detailed and practical advise. Really appreciate the usefulness of gorilla tape to stop bleeding! Does the UBL fits the 1.75” belt well? Is the stiffness of the BAG belt the key here? Can you tell me how the BAG belt compares to the Safe Life defense molle belt. Your point on the quality of BAG belt (especially the inner velcro one) is what I’m asking about. Thanks for your service and advice.
The inner portion of the BAG is pretty stiff and I personally like it's design. The UBL does fit the 1.75. The stiffness of both inner and outer is what makes this belt so ideal.
your holster is weaved incorrectly on the belt
No, I purposely weaved it that way.
You have convinced me
only issues i have with the double belts are 1. you have to have the inner belt. what if you are wearing shorts or pants without belt loops? and 2 you have to tuck in your shirt. what do you do if you have a heavy jacket or coat on? tuck in your jacket?
you can buy anti slip inner belts that are rubber lined and dont run through your pant loops. i have one for the cold months so i can wear it over a jacket.
@@metaldave556 i ended up getting a wilder tactical belt that i use with a kore gun belt. Works perfect
@@mikegager i looked at their stuff and i almost bought one. i probably shouldve.
Belt keepers are a lot easier to compensate for the lack of Velcro
Good information in this video. I’m not sure why you chose a molle belt and then went with clips to hold all of your gear on. That kinda defeats the purpose.
I think he said that the Molle belt was a bit thicker and it, along with the added Velcro inside the clip made it even more secure. He also said that using Molle clips makes it harder to reposition things because of how they anchor into the loops.
Great vid - thanks for the insights!
My pleasure!
Great vid.
I know this is a little late but I just wanted to let you know that you don’t have to worry about your finger bleeding 🩸 out. It’s a long way from your heart. Really appreciate your gear advice however. I’m sure it’s made from hard earned experience.
haha Yes, my finger won't bleed out but I think people understood what I meant. I appreciate the support.
@@2AlphaTrainingGroup Just having some fun. I really like your straight forward explanations.
Always threw empty mags in my left cargo pocket! 🤷🏾♂️
I’m starting to think I’m the only one who runs a duty belt. Everyone else has the high speed tactical belts.
You run a race. You wear a belt.
Where in the world did it become okay to misuse words?
😂
As a country boy whose sealed a gash with superglue and duct tape, I wouldn't laugh at the gorilla tape. For some injuries, that's more effective than overpriced med supplies.
Made in USA, but where the materials come from is not important, huh? I beg to differ.
Blue alpha gear sources their webbing from over seas
That's a scuba webbing belt. Which means it's not life support rated. That d-ring is pointless on that belt and blue alpha gear should be ashamed of then selves for implying that it's life support rated.
That is an inquiry you have to take up with them.
They don't care. And that's why they will never get my money.
What makes you think scuba webbing is not suitable for load bearing applications?
What is life support rating . I've never heard this term and Ive used climbing and abseiling gear for more than a decade.
I bet you never get asked if you're Hawaiian. 🙂