How I Set Up My Plate Carrier

Published on February 23, 2025
Duration: 19:00

Clint Morgan details his personal setup for the Crye Precision JPC 2.0 plate carrier, emphasizing modularity and accessibility. He highlights the placement of essential items like magazines, a multi-tool, and a comprehensive first-aid kit. The setup prioritizes quick access to critical gear, including a phone mount and a tourniquet, while also considering comfort and maneuverability, especially when going prone.

Quick Summary

Clint Morgan details his Crye Precision JPC 2.0 plate carrier setup, emphasizing modularity and accessibility. Key components include the A3C SOP placard for magazines, a Juggernaut phone mount, and a dangler pouch for first aid and sustainment. A tourniquet is stored externally on the dangler for quick access, and the setup prioritizes ease of movement and prone capability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Gear Overview
  2. 00:21Plate Carrier Choice: JPC 2.0
  3. 01:11Why a Plate Carrier?
  4. 01:23Body Armor Plates
  5. 02:37Phone Mount Setup
  6. 03:57Juggernaut Case Features
  7. 04:50Upgraded Shoulder Pads & Cumberbun
  8. 05:54Ana Tactical CQB Cumberbun
  9. 06:35Placard System: A3C SOP
  10. 07:51Placard Pouch Configuration
  11. 08:39First Aid Kit Contents
  12. 09:08Dangler Pouch Functionality
  13. 09:44Tourniquet Stowage
  14. 10:23Tourniquet Authentication
  15. 11:25Inside the Dangler Pouch
  16. 12:13Front of JPC 2.0 (Slick)
  17. 12:44Shaw Shank Knife Holder
  18. 14:53Knife: Zero Tolerance OD Green G10
  19. 15:22Back of JPC 2.0
  20. 15:53Skeletac Hydration Setup
  21. 17:08Conclusion & Body Armor Discussion

Frequently Asked Questions

What plate carrier does Clint Morgan use and why?

Clint Morgan uses the Crye Precision JPC 2.0 plate carrier. He prefers it over other models due to its superior modularity, specifically mentioning the zipper back and front Velcro for easy attachment of placards and accessories, which he finds comfortable for about a year of use.

How is a phone mounted on this plate carrier setup?

A Juggernaut Case with a Pals Armor Mount is used to attach the phone to the plate carrier's MOLLE system. This placement ensures easy access and prevents the phone from falling out, unlike a dump pouch, and avoids obstructing vision when shooting.

What are the key components of the placard setup for magazines and first aid?

The A3C SOP placard holds three AR-15 magazines and a pistol magazine. A front pouch contains essential first-aid items like chest seals and gauze, while a dangler pouch stores additional medical supplies and sustainment items like energy bars.

Where is the tourniquet stored on this plate carrier?

The tourniquet is stored on the external bungee loops of the dangler pouch. This placement ensures it is readily accessible for rapid deployment in an emergency situation, allowing for quick application even with compromised motor skills.

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