Finding tactical fitness and range gear that actually works for women is harder than it should be. So much of it is built for bigger frames, or is just a smaller or recolored version of the men’s gear, and plate carriers, belts and ear muffs often don’t fit. That leaves a lot of women buying, returning, or living with gear that never quite works. Every review here comes from Andrea, who is 5’1″ and has trained and competed in this gear, so you’ll know what fit her smaller frame, like the Grey Ghost UGF belt, and what didn’t, like the 5.11 TacTec plate carrier and the Walker’s Razor muffs.
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Andrea runs the Ferro Concepts Kangaroo Front Flap on her Slickster for tactical fitness competitions. At 5'1", she says it sits perfectly, keeps the vest slick and makes grabbing a mag very easy. Verdict: Good.
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Andrea, who is 5'1", wears the Howitzer Viscusi Leggings in Medium for range days and tactical fitness competitions. Great fit and pockets, no wear yet, and the low belt loops work well once you're moving. Verdict: Good.
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Andrea, who is 5'1", has carried her SIG Sauer P365-AXG Legion with an optic for over a year for range time, competition and daily carry. It fits her hand, is easy to conceal and is highly reliable. Verdict: Good.
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Andrea, who is 5'1", has run the Grey Ghost Gear UGF Battle Belt in Small for over a year at the range and in tactical fitness competitions. Easy to customize, fits all her pouches and stays in place. Verdict: Good.
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Andrea, who is 5'1", has used 5.75 lb 5.11 PT-R steel plates for over a year in two different vests. They sit comfortably, swap easily between vests and have proven very durable. Verdict: Good.
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Andrea, who is 5'1", runs the Ferro Concepts Slickster in Medium for training and tactical fitness competitions. It fits her frame, stays low-profile and is completely bounce-free. Verdict: Good.
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Verdict Good: The 5.11 TacTec Plate Carrier is an excellent hybrid plate carrier that perfectly blends tactical functionality with the comfort needed for fitness and tactical competitions.
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