Here in Iraq, Im wearing an SDS RACK. I picked that one since it was Govt Issue. Heres what I carry on it:
6 Magazines (I was issued 210 rds basic load)
PVS14s with BII
3x attachement for the 14s
Mini Mag light
ICOM Radio Compass
2 field dressings
Sheath Knife
1qt Canteen
Case for Oakleys
Drop leg pouch for expended mags
Camelbak

We where issued the MOLLE FLC, but I think that piece of kit sucks. We are kinda limited on what we can wear in the 82nd, but so far the CSM either hasnt noticed the RACKs many people are wearing or he doesnt mind. Hopefully, back at Bragg I'll be able to continue wearing the RACK.

I just picked up a Watsach and while a very well constucted piece of gear, its just way to easy to overload.

With 12 mags, radio and smoke grenade it sticks out about a foot on each side of me. With plates in it, its absolutly unbearable with the shoulder straps that come with it. Anyone have any ideas on how to make it padded?

As far as pouches I have a strobe and 2 grenade pouches on the bib, and 2 paraclete GP pouches on the sides plus a TT 3 mag pouch for my pistol mags.

Yup, I have the same issue I have way to much shit in mine before I even start adding mags.

The reason why it sticks out so far on either side is B/C it was designed to go over IIIA body Armor. Thats why there are no shoulder pads.

Talk to Gene the owner (IIRC) at HSGI he is a great guy, he'll talk your ear off but he is a great guy. I ordered mine when he first started production of the Watsach, back then he was talking about adding removable shoulder pads. I don't know if he has started making them or not.

On another note did you get my last PM about (3 weeks ago)

Got the PM, thought I replied. Bottom line is that asking the Gringos for help is keeping the issue dead in the water. As far as padding I have an old set of BQM alice pack add on strap pads that Im going to try and see if it helps out.

Wasatch -
a configuration

front and back

http://www.geardo.com/images/EGL/eggwas2.JPG

http://www.geardo.com/images/EGL/eggwas3.JPG

Egg have you carried that config?

What have you guys done with your excess shoulder strap material?

taped it, did not cut it off - want to make sure that I can wear it over an OTV.

GAP - nope, just on a weekend jaunt, that was the before pic - folks wanted to see a wasatch bashed out - for carry, it sucked, had a 3L storm in the back pocket as a counterweight, worked fine, but I am going to be building some foam padded strap covers for the rig.

EGG

Sign me up for a set!

PBR-I know you from mil.com, right?

What is....

with BII..what is BII?

ICOM Radio Compass....

Not familiar with that...a compass and a radio?

Drop leg pouch for expended mags.....

I use my rack leg pouch for that too.....

Camelbak......

small one in your rack? Or a big one on your back?

BII - Basic Issue Item, all the extra stuff that comes along with something that has parts, i.e. the sling, magazines, cleaning kit and BFA for a rifle. -10s usually have this list in the back (note to self: convince CSA that Rangers should learn to read ;)).

What's a -10?


;)

Why do I need to learn how to read? There will always be some college boy ossifer around somewhere.

Razor, you familiar with the ICOM radio compass?

Were you in the Army, or the Navy?

TR

Where did this "first line" "second line" come from? Seems to be all the rage.

NDD,

First line is your Bowie and Walker, and the stuff in your pockets

2d line is your Cartrige box, bayonet belt and cap pouch

3d line is your haversack and blanket roll.

That clear things up for you?

:D