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ufbbc · 03-17-2007, 09:53 PM

I plan on carrying using several methods, one of which will be with a fanny pack. I would like a fanny pack that is comfortable, doesn't scream "gun", fits my firearm (XD9 subcompact) well allowing rapid and complete access, and has other useful compartments. Any recommendations or opinions? Cost is not a factor.

**Old School** · 03-17-2007, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by ufbbc

I plan on carrying using several methods, one of which will be with a fanny pack. I would like a fanny pack that is comfortable, doesn't scream "gun", fits my firearm (XD9 subcompact) well allowing rapid and complete access, and has other useful compartments. Any recommendations or opinions? Cost is not a factor.

All fanny packs scream gun, just like the guy where a 511 vest. I would suggest you consider Thunderwear over a fanny pack.

http://www.thunderwear.com/

ufbbc · 03-19-2007, 05:51 AM

I already have a smart carry (similar to thunderwear) and love it. But sometimes a fanny pack is better. Anyone?

hikeeba · 03-19-2007, 07:05 AM

...Fanny packs seem so... Maybe it's a terminology thing. Of course, who am I to coment on fanny packs? I carry a 'man purse' almost every day. Sure, it's 'tacticool' looking and all, but really it is still just a man purse.

Have you looked at the Maxpedition Jumbo Versipack? It is a 'sling pack,' sort of a shoulder bag you can hang on one shoulder or 'slung' across your chest. I have one that I use daily for bringing lunch to work. Ther is a zippered pocket that will easily accomodate a full-sized handgun. Here's a linky to it at Maxpedition's website: http://maxpedition.com/store/pc/view...=4&idproduct=6

Main website: http://maxpedition.com/store/pc/view...=4&idproduct=6

They have lots of great stuff, and the stuff is built to last. We don't have a CCW law here in WI, so I haven't even thought of carrying my gun in it. But I have thought about getting the holster accessory...

ExSniper · 03-19-2007, 07:20 AM

Fanny packs and vests only scream gun to gun guys! I teach concealed carry classes and every class I wear a vest and show them a fanny pack. Every class someone says "I've never heard of that" or "I've never seen one of those."
Fanny packs that look less like holsters and more like day packs are less obvious. Look at WalMart or Academy or whatever big sporting goods store is near you. Look at the NON-GUN fanny packs for hikers, bikers, etc. What do they look like? Colors, designs, etc. Then look for a gun pack that looks similar.

Zinji · 03-19-2007, 10:03 AM

I wear a fanny pack to hold my M&P 9c or now a XD40 SC when I go walking for exercise. I don't really care if it screams "GUN" to passersby or not. It fulfills the requirement for concealment and allows for quick access. As for seeming so... you know... that's why my exercise shirts have the sleeves cut off in order to display my other "guns".

Hwkeye · 03-19-2007, 10:17 AM

I think back in the early 90's, fanny packs worked for concealed carry, because everybody was wearing them... now, how many people do you see on the street with a fanny pack?? It just draws attention.... and not that good kind of attention

hikeeba · 03-19-2007, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Hwkeye

I think back in the early 90's, fanny packs worked for concealed carry, because everybody was wearing them... now, how many people do you see on the street with a fanny pack?? It just draws attention.... and not that good kind of attention

Har har!

Exmasonite · 03-20-2007, 07:20 AM

i'm a huge fan of the maxpedition products.
http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/...p?idCategory=4

for true "fanny pack", they have the proteus pack. i have a jumbo verispack "sling bag". they used to have a product call the devil dog but may have d/c'd it. here's one i found on ebay:
http://cgi.ebay.com/DevilDog-Versipa...item8221135546

the products aren't cheap but they're of the highest quality.

wolfsburg_de · 03-20-2007, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Old School

All fanny packs scream gun,

How about this one?

03-17-2007, 09:53 PM	#1
ufbbc XDTalk Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 37	Help me with fanny pack for XD9 SC I plan on carrying using several methods, one of which will be with a fanny pack. I would like a fanny pack that is comfortable, doesn't scream "gun", fits my firearm (XD9 subcompact) well allowing rapid and complete access, and has other useful compartments. Any recommendations or opinions? Cost is not a factor. __________________ XD9 SC Ruger P85 Mk II 9mm Remington 870 Express 12 Ga. "A citizen who shirks his duty to contribute to the security of his community is little better than the criminal who threatens it, and is better off living in a society that places lesser demands on his capacity to accept responsibility." - Robert H. Boatman

03-19-2007, 05:51 AM	#3
ufbbc XDTalk Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 37	I already have a smart carry (similar to thunderwear) and love it. But sometimes a fanny pack is better. Anyone? __________________ XD9 SC Ruger P85 Mk II 9mm Remington 870 Express 12 Ga. "A citizen who shirks his duty to contribute to the security of his community is little better than the criminal who threatens it, and is better off living in a society that places lesser demands on his capacity to accept responsibility." - Robert H. Boatman

03-19-2007, 07:05 AM	#4
hikeeba XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: SE WI Posts: 264	...Fanny packs seem so... Maybe it's a terminology thing. Of course, who am I to coment on fanny packs? I carry a 'man purse' almost every day. Sure, it's 'tacticool' looking and all, but really it is still just a man purse. Have you looked at the Maxpedition Jumbo Versipack? It is a 'sling pack,' sort of a shoulder bag you can hang on one shoulder or 'slung' across your chest. I have one that I use daily for bringing lunch to work. Ther is a zippered pocket that will easily accomodate a full-sized handgun. Here's a linky to it at Maxpedition's website: http://maxpedition.com/store/pc/view...=4&idproduct=6 Main website: http://maxpedition.com/store/pc/view...=4&idproduct=6 They have lots of great stuff, and the stuff is built to last. We don't have a CCW law here in WI, so I haven't even thought of carrying my gun in it. But I have thought about getting the holster accessory... __________________ XD-9 Blacktical Melange still races...

03-19-2007, 10:03 AM	#6
Zinji XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Tyler, Texas Posts: 162	I wear a fanny pack to hold my M&P 9c or now a XD40 SC when I go walking for exercise. I don't really care if it screams "GUN" to passersby or not. It fulfills the requirement for concealment and allows for quick access. As for seeming so... you know... that's why my exercise shirts have the sleeves cut off in order to display my other "guns". __________________ Springfield Armory XD 45 ACP Tactical w/ M6X Remington 870 Tactical 12 gauge w/ TLR-1 Beretta Px4 .40 Smith & Wesson M&P 9c Frodo (Yorkshire Terrier) Do you feel lucky? Last edited by Zinji; 03-19-2007 at 12:48 PM.

03-19-2007, 10:17 AM	#7
Hwkeye XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: In my house. Posts: 1,242	I think back in the early 90's, fanny packs worked for concealed carry, because everybody was wearing them... now, how many people do you see on the street with a fanny pack?? It just draws attention.... and not that good kind of attention __________________ -Justin McCain/Palin 2008 "Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." -Ephesians 6:11-12

03-19-2007, 07:20 AM	#5
ExSniper XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 222	Fanny packs and vests only scream gun to gun guys! I teach concealed carry classes and every class I wear a vest and show them a fanny pack. Every class someone says "I've never heard of that" or "I've never seen one of those." Fanny packs that look less like holsters and more like day packs are less obvious. Look at WalMart or Academy or whatever big sporting goods store is near you. Look at the NON-GUN fanny packs for hikers, bikers, etc. What do they look like? Colors, designs, etc. Then look for a gun pack that looks similar.

03-20-2007, 07:20 AM	#9
Exmasonite XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 812	i'm a huge fan of the maxpedition products. http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/...p?idCategory=4 for true "fanny pack", they have the proteus pack. i have a jumbo verispack "sling bag". they used to have a product call the devil dog but may have d/c'd it. here's one i found on ebay: http://cgi.ebay.com/DevilDog-Versipa...item8221135546 the products aren't cheap but they're of the highest quality.

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