The team from Nelson, who made the New Zealand IPSC teams in Bali in August, were lucky to get some support from Tactical Solutions in the way of 5.11 pants and a back pack each. I have used the 5.11 pants for a long time now and have found them to be hard wearing and suitable for both shooting and general wear, so I am happy to recommend them to anyone.
The pack was a new item for me to use and I found it to be of a high quality. This was obvious as soon as I unpacked them, (let’s just say the other three were lucky to get theirs). When we travel to away matches, where we can’t carry our standard bags the use of backpacks is the norm, but these bags were a great improvement on what I have used in the past.
To work as a range bag or just work in general, for me they need plenty of pockets and pouches and the pack has heaps; to be honest it took me a while to find them all.
I like things to be held properly whether it’s the gun oils or the tools and other ‘must haves’ that we need in order to keep our gear and selves competing. It is important to me that I can find what I need when I need it, especially when I am away at a competition. Otherwise, delays can add to the pressures of the competition and there is enough of that just trying to get everything right each time. The size was perfect for what I carried without being too large, otherwise I tend to carry too much. The competition in Bali had the ranges split with a short hike between the first 12 and the second 12 which meant a comfortable carry was important. It sat nicely on my back , whether I put it on properly or just over a single shoulder, old habits die slowly and I do this more than I should. I have not stopped using it since I got back and have already been away to a New Zealand match with it.
In short, I was impressed when it first arrived and my respect for it has just grown. My thanks again to the team at Tactical Solutions for the support they gave the four of us with the sponsorship of such great gear. So, if you are thinking of getting a day pack, give them a call they have a branch in Wellington and Auckland. If you can let them know that you read about their gear here, that would be appreciated.
I also have a small request to other business owners, when next looking at how to promote your company have a look around for the less obvious sports, and give them a go. It will help get your name out there as we have a large membership, and you will also win some good friends to sing your praise.
