Do you own a rigger belt? Do you buy any high speed gear?

SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 15:24:28 -0500

We all like our high speed gear don't we...?
Are you more of an issue SM or do you have the subscription to Ranger Joe's and routinely buy cool-guy-gear?

What cool guy gear do you wear the most in uniform?

For me, it's Speciality boots, a knife on my hip, and the cool guy riggers belt that I have never used for anything high speed...too funny.

I've seen it spread through a unit, once a NCO authorizes the Rigger belt, everyone has to get one.

Response by Capt Richard I P. made Jan 22 at 2015 3:57 PM

Capt Richard I P. — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 15:57:34 -0500

In the field, yes, in the rear, no.

Response by CPT Zachary Brooks made Jan 22 at 2015 4:48 PM

CPT Zachary Brooks — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 16:48:54 -0500

Where belt? There belt! There castle!

I personally try not to wear hats or belts unless it is part of my uniform.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 22 at 2015 5:38 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 17:38:27 -0500

When I need things based on the job, I have them, but as my duties remove me from need, I carry less.
Motor pool: multitool, flashlight, knife, steel toe boots
Field: multitool, mini flashlight, knife, .50 cal gauging tool,
Office: multitool, laser pointer

But I do like the Velcro rigger belt I got years ago regardless!

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 22 at 2015 6:05 PM

SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 18:05:20 -0500

Boot knife? Does anyone carry one?

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 22 at 2015 6:39 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 18:39:32 -0500

Of course I wear the riggers belt. it was issued though since I was on the DART team and came with a short lanyard with locking carabineers. I carry on me daily my SOG power lock multi tool, Sure Fire E1E flashlight and my CRKT M16-13T pocket knife which is my EDC.

Response by SFC Mark Merino made Jan 23 at 2015 5:14 PM

SFC Mark Merino — Fri, 23 Jan 2015 17:14:52 -0500

Batman's starter kit.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 23 at 2015 8:23 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 23 Jan 2015 20:23:59 -0500

Yes I wear a rigger's belt - every day unless I'm wearing something more formal than normal. I also carry a Gerber 3-1/2" combat folder on it and occasionally carry a multi-tool or a pistol.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 24 at 2015 1:41 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 24 Jan 2015 01:41:17 -0500

I think it depends of what you do... Yep, I have a riggers belt... I felt it was a better option then the army issue "rigger's belt". I think it is easier to use. I have my own Medic's bag because the one my unit had issued was too small and did not carry the appropriate equipment in it. I have a multi tool, seatbelt cutter, and my old KABAR... Besides this, I really don't have anything else. My boots are USGI all the way...
I do have a range box with a pair of binoculars, a front sight post adjuster, cleaning kit, tools, tape, and and spare ear pro...

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 24 at 2015 2:28 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 24 Jan 2015 02:28:43 -0500

The real question is do you actually need a riggers belt? Are you a rigger, or plan on doing any climbing anytime son? Most people would say no. If you do not need a piece of equipment then what is the point of buying it? There are to many soldiers who go out and purchase 'high speed gear' just to look cool, when in fact they have no need for it

Personally I have almost an entire load out of stuff that I have purchased over time because what the army issues is usually garbage. I buy gear that is comfortable, functional, or improves my life. Just cause we have to suck on a daily basis doesn't mean we have to be uncomfortable.

The closest thing to compare to a riggers belt is the Custom battle belt I made to replace a CLS bag. It consisted of a issued tan belt, a basic battle belt (with molle) and then 6 medical utility pouches to hold different supplies.

Response by SSG Robert Burns made Jan 24 at 2015 2:49 AM

SSG Robert Burns — Sat, 24 Jan 2015 02:49:04 -0500

I have a Rigger PT belt....just in case.