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Member Section => Down Range Cafe => Topic started by: Dakotaranger on September 23, 2011, 06:26:41 AM
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This summer I've gotten to use a LBV alot between sandbagging and biking. I like having the options to set it up the way I like so for hunting this fall I'd like to do the same thing. Is there a company that makes a blaze orange Load Bearing Vest (MOLLE)?
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I have looked into this, because of the convenience of a MOLLE vest, it made sense for hunting. Alas however the mall ninjas have cornered the market and I haven't been able to find anyone who makes it in orange. I have even talked to Blackhawk about making one custom for me. No Dice. So if you have better luck, let me know.
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I haven't looked too hard as I assume you can do as good a job googleing it as I can; it also seems JC has looked into pretty well.
When I read your wants, the first thing that popped into my head was a field vest.
http://www.forestry-suppliers.com/product_pages/View_Catalog_Page.asp?mi=1101&title=JIM-GEM+Pro+10-Pocket+Field+Vests (http://www.forestry-suppliers.com/product_pages/View_Catalog_Page.asp?mi=1101&title=JIM-GEM+Pro+10-Pocket+Field+Vests)
I know it's not "tacticool" or very customizable, but they are pretty useful. There are other options on that site if you look around a little.
Good luck with the search.
Edited.
Curiosity got a hold of me, and I looked a little more. A quick search turned up the following.
For ready made, but less fancy.
http://www.loadbearinggear.com/ (http://www.loadbearinggear.com/)
Rumor has it this place will make you one in orange if you ask.
http://www.tacticaltailor.com/vests.aspx (http://www.tacticaltailor.com/vests.aspx)
I can't speak to the quality or service of the last two sites.
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I can speak to the quality of Tactical Tailor. I have gotten a few things from them and they have all been top notch.
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I haven't looked too hard as I assume you can do as good a job googleing it as I can; it also seems JC has looked into pretty well.
When I read your wants, the first thing that popped into my head was a field vest.
http://www.forestry-suppliers.com/product_pages/View_Catalog_Page.asp?mi=1101&title=JIM-GEM+Pro+10-Pocket+Field+Vests (http://www.forestry-suppliers.com/product_pages/View_Catalog_Page.asp?mi=1101&title=JIM-GEM+Pro+10-Pocket+Field+Vests)
I know it's not "tacticool" or very customizable, but they are pretty useful. There are other options on that site if you look around a little.
Good luck with the search.
Edited.
Curiosity got a hold of me, and I looked a little more. A quick search turned up the following.
For ready made, but less fancy.
http://www.loadbearinggear.com/ (http://www.loadbearinggear.com/)
Rumor has it this place will make you one in orange if you ask.
http://www.tacticaltailor.com/vests.aspx (http://www.tacticaltailor.com/vests.aspx)
I can't speak to the quality or service of the last two sites.
The loadbearing gear site looks like what I'm wanting. BUT they are wanting more for their vest than what I paid for my 5.11 vest, not as much as my Camelbak Delta 5 though. If I was closer to my mom I know she could do it for the price of a standard orange vest, get the webbing from Wal-Mart and a little extra for doing. OR if I had a machine of my own.
Your definately on the right track. I think I might send an email to tactical Tailor to see what they can do. I don't care too much if it's tacticool, I want tacticapractical which is why I use MOLLE gear in the first place.
In Other words THANKS you found what I was looking for.
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You're Welcome.
I know you're more concerned about its practicality than its cool factor; that's why I made my first suggestion. Hope you find that for which you're looking.
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I realize that this is an old post....
If you are looking for a Hunter Orange MOLLE vest and pouches check this out. www.onduty.ca
They just introduced the vest and various pouches. Really nice product and very affordable!
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I hadn't thought of a LBV in blaze. Good idea.
What's the difference between PALS & MOLLE?
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I never heard of PALS but a quick look says it's the webbing on the MOLLE.
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Thanks for the clarification.
I never heard of it being called a "Pouch Attachment Ladder System" (PALS) so I didn't know if this was some new/better/different thing.
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Here is an update on the blaze orange MOLLE hunting vest. Check out the new website www.dutyapparel.ca and www.onduty.ca. It's the same company that has both websites one is specific to their brand Duty Apparel.
I attached a few pictures (hopefully I did it right) for you to see. Really nice product!
(http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/819/9arf.jpg)
(http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/600/02gb.jpg)
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Good golly Miss MOLLE. That's a nice looking set-up.
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Hey gang.
I have a small business in Ontario, Canada called Hoboschoice, specializing outdoor sports products. I am also a police officer and I'm currently working towards the release of my newest product: a load bearing, tactical-style vest in blaze orange!!
It will be snap and Velcro set up, load bearing to the entire front and half of the back. Customizable pouches accommodate all your outdoor needs. Magazines, loose rifle and shotgun ammunition, GPS, radios, cell phones and so on. Super excited about this project cause I want to be using one in the field too!
Bear with me, spread the word and send any concept suggestions you may have...
sales@hoboschoice.com
Chris