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www.military.ie the defence forces magazine | 35 5.11 TacTical Range QualifieR Bag COlOur: BLACK PriCe: €79.95 The manufacturer says... The Range Qualifier Bag is a quick and compact tote designed to transport your firearm and ammunition to and from the gun range. Locking zippers offer added security, an internal magnetic keeper ensures your accessories stay in place during travel, and padded pistol sleeves cradle your firearm to prevent scuffs or scratches. Additional features include internal and external web platforms that allow complete storage customization, an insulated hydration compartment, a drop-down front for a flat work area, and dedicated eye and ear protection sleeves to ensure that you have everything you need for a safe and efficient day at the range. Our reviewer CQ Chris Cummins (1 Mech) says… Well thought out for a day on the ranges with compartments for nearly everything, it also protects all your stored items and it can take a few knocks. It's small enough considering the amount of space, making it easy to use at the smaller ranges. However that small size also limits the amount of pistols you can take, making it ideal for a small team of shooters, but too small for a larger group, like a company day on the ranges. It's a great bag for individual shoot- ers, functional and easy to use. Function - 8/10 Durability - 8/10 Magnetic Keeper - 6/10 Molle Webbing - 9/10 Value - 7/10 Space - 8/10 gear review Sponsored by Team Alpha.ie this month team- alpha is offering a €100 voucher to be used on their website www. team-alpha.ie. For a chance to win this month's prize answer the following question: What is 5.11's most popular tactical backpack? Answers to An Cosantóir's regular address or by email to subs@military.ie by the 21st May 2014. Winner will be the first correct entry drawn. Last month's winner was: Paul Murphy 5.11 TacTical Rush 24 & 5.11 TacTical Rapid excuRsion pack COlOur: SandStone (RuSh 24), GReen (Rapid excuRSion) PriCe: €119.99 (RuSh 24), €29.95 (Rapid excuRSion) 5.11 Tactical Rush 24: 5.11's most popular tactical backpack, the RUSH 24 is designed to provide superior storage capacity and organization without slowing you down. The roomy main compartment offers three interior mesh organizer pockets to keep small accessories organized, a padded hydration pocket, and a fleece-lined sunglass pocket. Dual side storage compartments offer double-zip access, a large stuff-it pocket with an integrated draw cord pro- vides expandable storage when you need it, and contoured compression straps ensure a stable, comfortable carry. A wrap-around web platform is MOLLE/ SlickStick System™ compatible. 5.11 Tactical Rapid Excursion Pack: Designed to act as a lightweight daypack or second-stage travel carryall, the Rapid Excursion Pack attaches to larger 5.11 tactical bags such as the RUSH series backpacks or the CAMS series rolling duffel. With more than enough space to hold everything you need for the day, this 5.11 attachable daypack lets you take just enough gear with you for the task at hand while leaving the bulk of your luggage behind. Built from weather resistant nylon, the Rapid Excursion Pack features aerospace mesh shoulder straps for comfortable carry and a quick-pull cinch top that can be easily opened or closed with one hand. Our reviewer Cpl Neville Coughlan (No1 Ops Wing, AC) says… The Tactical Rush 24 backpack is a rugged medium sized bag, suitable for long day trips. It has plenty of space - one large storage compartment and over 20 different internal pockets to allow you to easily separate your tactical gear. The bag remained sufficient- ly dry through rain showers and was easily cleaned with a brush when dry. It is very comfortable to wear for long periods of time and I felt it distributed the weight evenly. This bag is excellently designed for most types of field operations. The 511 Tactical Rapid Excursion Pack is very lightweight and can be easily stored away in larger bags. The bag itself is surprisingly large with decent storage inside. It is a suitable accompaniment to the larger Rush bag. While it can hold a good volume, it is not the most comfortable when carrying heavy loads because of the lack of padding. I would recommend it for a light hike or for carry- ing light gear. Durability – 8/10 Molle Attachment - 9/10 Easy Access – 8/10 Value – 8/10 Space – 9/10 Comfort – 8/10

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