Gear SOP

Load Out

A “gun cart”, as is used in other shooting sports, is the best choice to keep gear organized and easy to access.

Handgun Gear

  1. Holsters must be secure and retain the pistol during a wide range of movement.
  2. Holsters must cover from the trigger guard to the end of the slide.  Holsters may be open or closed muzzle. (Exceptions see Mutant category) 
  3. Vertical carry cross draw holsters are permitted.
  4. No shoulder holsters.
  5. Pistol magazine pouches/carriers/revolver speed loader holders should be secure and retain the magazine/speed loader through a wide range of movement.
  6. BANNED: Blackhawk SERPA and ALL other holsters requiring the use of the index or "trigger" finger to release a retention mechanism.

Minimum Gear Requirements for Holstering The Pistol During Stage Engagement

 

A level 2 retention or above kydex/polymer holster. Examples include; Safariland ALS, Alien Gear Rapid Force, G-Code XTS or any folded kydex “duty style” holster with a retention hood. FRICTION RETENTION HOLSTERS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE for holstering during stage engagement. Clarify with Match Officials if unsure about your holster.

Rifle/Carbine Gear

  1. Rifle magazine pouches/carriers should be secure and retain the magazine through a wide range of movement.

Shotgun Gear

  1. The competitor should carry extra shells on their person in case a combat reload is required.
  2. Weapon mounted shell carriers are permitted and are advised to be secure and retain the ammunition throughout a wide range of movement.

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