This video highlights the advantages of Ops-Core AMPs electronic hearing protection, particularly for users who wear helmets. While Howard Leight Impact Sports are functional for range use, their headband can interfere with helmet fit. The Ops-Core AMPs offer superior integration with helmets, featuring a rotating mount system that clamps securely for effective hearing protection and easy integration with communication systems. The speaker notes their higher cost but emphasizes their performance benefits.
This video details the gear loadout for a 2-day AMTAC Vehicle Carbine Course, focusing on practical equipment for dynamic shooting scenarios involving vehicles. The presenter, Ivan from Kit Badger, shares insights on clothing, personal protective equipment, weapon systems, and accessories that proved effective during both live-fire and airsoft force-on-force training evolutions.
This video details the course loadout for the High Intensity Tactics class at Thunder Ranch, focusing on gear selection for advanced pistol training. The instructor, Ivan from Kit Badger, emphasizes the importance of proficiency with basics for this advanced course. He reviews specific apparel, protective equipment, and firearms accessories, highlighting their performance and suitability for demanding tactical scenarios, including concealed carry and shoot house operations.
This video provides a tiered recommendation for hearing protection for firearm users. It starts with basic foam earplugs for casual shooting, then moves to electronic earmuffs for enhanced protection and situational awareness, highlighting specific models like the Howard Leight Impact Sport as a favorite for range activities. For advanced tactical applications, the high-end Ops-Core AMPs are mentioned for their communication integration.
Ivan from Kit Badger details his competition loadout for Finnish Brutality 2024, a two-gun competition with physical challenges. He covers his gear from footwear to headwear, emphasizing practical choices for the event's demanding nature. The loadout includes specific brands like Lowa, 5.11 Tactical, Smith Optics, Verica, and Ops-Core, highlighting their performance in muddy and challenging conditions. Ivan also discusses borrowed firearms, a customized AK-47, and a Glock 19, sharing insights on their performance and potential issues encountered during the competition.
This video details a course loadout for a 3-day Pistol 2 class at Thunder Ranch, focusing on practical gear choices. The instructor highlights the utility of integrated pockets in Prometheus Design Works Raider pants for discreet magazine carry and reloads. Key gear includes the Sig Sauer P365 with a Romeo X Micro optic, Agonic belt, Carry Concealment Company holster, and Ops-Core AMPs for hearing protection.
This video details the course loadout for the Press Check No Fail Pistol and Rifle course, held in North Central Washington. The instructor, Ivan from Kit Badger, discusses layered clothing choices for variable weather, including Primaloft boots and Prometheus Design Works Raider Cut pants, highlighting their utility for carrying multiple magazines. He reviews various gear, from the Bare Solutions belt system with Blue Force Gear and MD-Text magazine pouches to the Blackhawk Omnivore holster adapted for a Walther PDP Pro SD pistol and a SIG Spear LT rifle in 7.62x39.
This video provides an expert-level guide to building a versatile 'Do-It-All' rifle and loadout for rural American environments, as demonstrated by the Dirty Civilian host. It details specific component choices for a 14.5" 5.56x45mm rifle, including a Ripcord Industries LDR1 rail and Huxwrx Flow 556k suppressor, emphasizing lightweight and quiet performance. The loadout also covers advanced optics integration with night vision, plate carrier setup with Hesco L210 armor, and essential communication and medical gear, all justified by the host's high authority and practical, mission-focused approach.
This video details a comprehensive loadout for a 3-day night vision course at Thunder Ranch. The presenter, Ivan Kitpatrick, showcases a range of tactical gear, including a Spiritus Systems Fanny Sack with a blowout kit for medical needs, a low-profile Unobtainium Gear chest rig for magazines, and advanced night vision equipment like L3Harris PVS-14s mounted on a Wilcox G24. The rifle setup features a Radian Model 1 with an EOTech optic and a Surefire XBL2-IRC illuminator, demonstrating its capability for both day and night engagements.
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