Garage Sale (Gear Edition)

I have a bunch of gear piled up that’s been filling boxes for the past couple years. All items are good-as-new except as otherwise noted, most of them were just test fitted to various packs then thrown in a box. Free shipping on orders of $25+ to CONUS.

Kifaru

Kifaru Organizer/Admin Pouch (coyote brown) – BRAND NEW – $50
The Kifaru pouches are easily the nicest I have ever seen. The fabric is thick but flexible, the zippers are the smoothest I have ever used, and the stitching is top notch. Includes MALICE clips for attachment.

Kifaru Admin Organizer/Pouch Kifaru Admin Organizer/Pouch Kifaru Admin Organizer/Pouch

Kifaru LiterPlus Pouch (aka JetBoil Pouch)(coyote brown) – BRAND NEW – $40
This is the ONLY “Nalgene pouch” that will fit a JetBoil. Same build quality as above. Frankly, I don’t care if these two sell or not, I’d rather hang on to them…

Kifaru JetBoil Pouch Kifaru JetBoil Pouch Kifaru JetBoil Pouch

Maxpedition

Maxpedition 3.5″ Phone Holster (black) – BRAND NEW – $10/ea.
I have two of these available:

Maxpedition 3.5-inch Phone Sheath Maxpedition 3.5-inch Phone Sheath

Maxpedition 4″ Flashlight Sheath (black) – $10
Slight wear shows on the MOLLE webbing from the extremely tight fit with the MALICE clip. Other than that, good as new: 4″ Flashlight Sheath

Maxpedition 4-inch Tube Sheath Maxpedition 4-inch Tube Sheath

Maxpedition Mini Rollypoly (black) – $15
I don’t think we ever actually used this one: Mini Rollypoly

Maxpedition Mini Rollypoly Maxpedition Mini Rollypoly

Maxpedition Cocoon (khaki) – $10
No sign of wear, likely also new: Cocoon

Maxpedition Cocoon Maxpedition Cocoon

Maxpedition THREE-BY-FIVE (khaki) – BRAND NEW – $15

Maxpedition THREE-BY-FIVE Maxpedition THREE-BY-FIVE

Maxpedition Surgical Gloves Pouch (khaki) – BRAND NEW – $5

Maxpedition Surgical Gloves Pouch Maxpedition Surgical Gloves Pouch Maxpedition Surgical Gloves Pouch

Maxpedition Volta Battery Pouch (khaki) – BRAND NEW – $10

Maxpedition Volta Battery Pouch Maxpedition Volta Battery Pouch Maxpedition Volta Battery Pouch

Maxpedition H-1 Waistpack (khaki) – $15
Modified by removing the shock-cord and a Velcro tab for unrestricted outer pocket use (the shock cord could probably be restored, but I do not have it anymore), otherwise near-new: H-1 Waistpack.

Maxpedition H-1 Waistpack Maxpedition H-1 Waistpack Maxpedition H-1 Waistpack

Maxpedition M-1 Waistpack (khaki) – $15
Modified by removing pocket-side Velcro so the flap would function with a SINGLE closure (the SRB), and removing paracord pull from one zipper, otherwise near-new: M-1 Waistpack.

Maxpedition M-1 Waistpack Maxpedition M-1 Waistpack Maxpedition M-1 Waistpack Maxpedition M-1 Waistpack

Maxpedition Medium Tac-Tile (khaki) – BRAND NEW – $20

Maxpedition Medium Tac-Tile Maxpedition Medium Tac-Tile

LA Police Gear

LAPG Map Pouch – $5

This has been modified by removing the pen pocket so the flap would stay closed (a design flaw IMO). Also, I have no idea where the clear vinyl velcro’d map protector ran off to. Neat little pouch, fairly useful. Had it on my hiking pack for about 2 years… is a good size for a small survival kit + munchies + personal items for a day hike. Small hole seen in the photo is the only damage. I will thrown in a set of Maxpedition tac-ties or MALICE clips (your choice) if I don’t find the other snap strap it came with.

LAPG Map Pouch LAPG Map Pouch LAPG Map Pouch LAPG Map Pouch LAPG Map Pouch

5.11 Tactical

Two Casual Leather Belts (black w/white stitching, medium size) – BRAND NEW – $5 for both

5.11 Tactical Casual Leather Belt

5.11 Bottle Carrier (coyote tan) – $10
Has the Slick-Stick system, the easiest MOLLE-attachment I’ve ever used. Modified by removing one side of the Velcro so the flap would function with a SINGLE closure (the SRB), otherwise as-new.

5.11 Tactical Bottle Carrier 5.11 Tactical Bottle Carrier 5.11 Tactical Bottle Carrier

5.11 Knee Pads – BRAND NEW – $5

5.11 Tactical Knee Pads

Blackhawk! – Take ALL 3 for $10

The 40mm Frag Grenade MOLLE-incompatible MOLLE pouch – $5
New. Good luck finding a compatible MOLLE platform as the fine folks at Blackhawk don’t seem to own a tape measure… :lmao:

Blackhawk 40mm Grenade Pouch Blackhawk 40mm Grenade Pouch

The Universal Drop Your Flashlight Out The Bottom Sheath – $5
New, with an added patch sewn on to keep your flashlight from actually falling out of the bottom.

Blackhawk Flashlight Pouch Blackhawk Flashlight Pouch

Triple-AR-mag Pouch with Too-Short Attachment Straps – $5
New, nice design for a change… minus the tiny little attachment straps all sitting in the middle.

Blackhawk Triple-mag Pouch Blackhawk Triple-mag Pouch

Miscellaneous

Unknown MFG’s 4str4stamMOLLEbelt (coyote tan) – $15
New. Padded. Has Velcro belt tie-ins. Has odd top-access zippered pockets.

MOLLE Belt MOLLE Belt

Surplus

MOLLE-II Frame Pack (woodland) – clean and in great shape – $50
Pack is complete with all pocket modules, flaps, straps, cords, padding, and belt intact. Frame is black. Bottom module will fit the tent system listed below…

Surplus MOLLE-II Frame Pack Surplus MOLLE-II Frame Pack Surplus MOLLE-II Frame Pack Surplus MOLLE-II Frame Pack

USMC 2-person Tent – fair condition – $75
The standard 2-person USMC tent that no one seems to carry anymore, complete with poles and reversible light-blocking rain fly (OD green and desert tan). Total packed weight INCLUDING tent, poles, AND rain fly is just over 8 pounds… impossible to beat in a tent under $800. Some zippers are getting stubborn, but could likely be cleaned and lubed. One 1/3rd inch hole in one screen. Tent is starting to show signs of stretching at the stress points, but no rips yet. Fly and tent are missing a few attachment/stake points, a carabiner or paracord does the trick there. If you want the tent and the above-listed pack I will bundle them for $100.

MOLLE-II pack frame (black) – $5
Comes with adapted craptastic Blackhawk straps, no padding or belt, no pockets/pouches/modules.

MOLLE-II Pack Frame

Holsters

Generic Drop-Leg Holsters w/double Mag Pouch – $10 each
I have two of these available, both khaki-tanish with random scribble as shown. The mag pouches will attach to the holster platform or ride on the belt, or remove both and just use the drop-leg panel as a MOLLE platform. These show some cosmetic wear, but are otherwise in good shape.

Drop-Leg Holster

Generic Belt Holster w/Mag Pouch – $5
Removable snap retention, ambidextrous design, front mag pouch. Could be new, no real signs of wear.

Belt Holster

Maratac Hydrant (double bottle carrier)

Rating: 5 stars!

Pros:
Well-built, lots of attachment options, removable insulation, inexpensive

Cons:
Odd size… though that might not actually be a “con”

The Bottom Line:
Great little bag at a great price, depending on what your intended use is. If it doesn’t work out as a day pack I could see setting it up to carry a bottle of wine + accessories on camping trips.

While shopping for a small “writing” light I stumbled upon the Maratac Hydrant over at County Comm – an odd, tall, shoulder bag with enough room inside for two 1-liter water bottles.

The Maratac Hydrant Bag

The Hydrant features MOLLE webbing all around, a tall front pouch (with more MOLLE and elastic inside), a removable shoulder strap that attaches via two D-rings, two full-length integrated attachment straps for use as a pouch, a removable insulation sleeve, and loop-side Velcro on the lid for patch attachment. The bag is kind of an odd design, but it is sturdy and well built, and all zippers open/close with ease. I’ve been wanting a small day-hike bag with just enough room for a few munchies, a radio, and two liters of water so I’m going to give this a try and see how it works out.

The Maratac Hydrant BagFront Pocket (with internal MOLLE and elastic)Capacity for two 1L Nalgene bottlesMOLLE-compatible attachment strapsHydrant vs. 1L NalgeneRemovable Insulation SleeveMaratac HydrantLike a personal cup holderSurprisingly Convenient

The only downside I’ve noticed so far is that it only comes in OD green, not a big deal considering the low price tag and high quality.

5.11 VTAC and SlickStick™

I’m just going to do an overview on the VTAC line in general, since pouches are pouches they are generally either well built or not. Get whichever ones fit your gear/need if you go the 5.11 VTAC route (which I do recommend).

SlickStick™ System

5 of 5!

The SlickStick™ system is the best thing to happen to MOLLE/PALS webbing since MOLLE/PALS webbing! I cannot get over how incredibly easy it is using this system to attach pouches to packs and gear, and yes the snaps do hold quite well. The “sticks” themselves seem to be a quad-layer of nylon webbing themselves, and are likely stronger than whatever webbing you are attaching to so there’s no real worry of breakage. They are also quick enough to undo I might even consider using pouches on a less-than-permanent basis.

5.11 VTAC SlickStick™ System 5.11 VTAC SlickStick™ System

5.11 VTAC Pouches

Rating: 4.75 / 5

Pros:
Flexible yet strong, good choice for “Tan” and “Olive” colors, easy access, easy attachment, well planned layouts

Cons:
No available “admin” organizer type pouch

The Bottom Line:
If they make a 5.11 VTAC pouch to fit your gear, BUY!

Excellent :bigok: . I’ll admit I decided to try out these pouches with a FAK in mind because I like the little first-aid logo on the pouch and wanted one for my pack. Fortunately, this impulse-buy did pay off and the VTAC line is now my favorite line of tactical nylon (yes, even ousting Maxpedition). Their pouches are well built, strong yet flexible, and well thought out without an overbearing amount of divisions and mini-pockets to get in the way (not EVERY pouch needs to be an “admin” organizer). I also appreciate their selection and consistency with colors here, well done. The “Coyote Tan” is the true coyote tan, the darker more widely effective color that is also available in their clothing line. I also picked up their equally well built and quite customizable radio pouch to add on the upper-side webbing of my pack. It’s designed for military/corporate radios so it’s a little big for even the larger consumer FRS/GMRS and HAM radios, but the shock cord can easily be re-routed for effective retention. I find it’s just big enough to hold my radio and my hands-free headset.

5.11 VTAC 6x6 First Aid Pouch 5.11 VTAC 6x6 First Aid Pouch 5.11 VTAC 6x6 First Aid Pouch attached to a Blackhawk Cyclone 5.11 VTAC Radio Pouch 5.11 VTAC Radio Pouch 5.11 VTAC Radio Pouch mounted on Blackhawk Cyclone 5.11 Radio Pouch carrying a large Midland GMRS radio

Why didn’t I give this line 5 of 5? They lack a good “admin” organizer pouch in their lineup, so you’ll have to head back to Maxpedition to cover that need. For all other needs, this stuff rocks.

Blackhawk MOLLE Issues

Just a quick heads-up for anyone considering BlackHawk STRIKE pouches. I’ve checked out four of the STRIKE units, their version of a quick-attach MOLLE system, and from what I can tell it is impossible to get a good fit on even BlackHawk’s own packs! Thanks to the fact that the quick snap straps do not actually line up with the standard MOLLE pattern your pack either forces the pouch to crumple and fold, or the pouch forces the pack to crumple and fold. Additionally, the way the seam is sewn on some of them makes it so that the pouch invades the next MOLLE row/column in all directions so that one cannot put pouches immediately next to each other.

The double-grenade pouch shown here is literally 2.5 rows wide in attachment. It will not fit in 2 rows, and it will not fit in 3 rows. :lmao:

BlackHawk Pouch MOLLE - too wide BlackHawk Pouch MOLLE - too wide

I would also point out that BlackHawk’s idea of coyote tan/brown is rather shiny, and a significantly different (gold) color from most other manufacturers. Don’t expect any 3rd-party gear to match.