Clip & Carry STRAPT-TAC Belly Band Holster, Use with Any IWB Kydex Gun Holster for Concealed Carry (kydex Holster not Included)

This strap holster-for-your-holster thing is awesome. It works very well with my claw holster and does not print at all. I am a fit, slim man and this holster is comfortable and practical and conceals my compact 9mm very nicely. I like it so much, I want to buy another one just to have a backup. Before this, I purchased one of those holster belly straps that have a built-in holster, and they offer no retention or trigger guard and mine would come loose all the time. After walking around with this strapped around me for a few months now, I can say with absolute certainty that this product is very reliable, well constructed, and durable. The extra mag pouch is fine touch; it's small, but it fits like a glove for a mag I own that holds 9 rounds of 9mm. All in all, this is exactly what I was looking for. I can now carry a gun comfortably while wearing sweatpants. No belt loops required. Hooray!

Okay, so I'm a 61 yr old man, with a little bit of a spare tire, or love handles, so keep that in mind. So, I got the appendix carry model, simply because several people said that some holsters won't fit in the holster model. You could fit two of my IWB holsters in this thing, but that's on me. I don't appendix carry. I carry at the 3 o'clock position. Because I'm right handed, you actually have to put this on in front, then slide it around to my right side. It would be so much easier if the loop was on the opposite side of the pad, as you could hold your gun/holster with your right hand, position your rig, and then tighten up with your left hand, easy-peasy. It's like this thing was made for a lefty. (I even checked to see if I inadvertently ordered a left handed version.) My second issue is with the "belt" section. If it weren't stitched along the top edge to the backing pocket, and if one end would be held on with velcro, then you could use OWB loop holsters. But, I knew that before I bought it, so I can't really knock them for that. My final issue is with the back pad. It's nice and comfy, but it's not tall enough. (And I'm carrying a Sig P365!) The whole thing does pull in your weapon nice and tight, but that drives it into my "love handles" which isn't terribly comfortable. I end up sweating on my gun on hot days, and I have to be real careful putting it back in my holster to avoid pinching the skin on my sides. (But that's partly the holster's fault.) If the pad was just a few inches taller, it would be perfect. Don't get me wrong. This is a quality product. A little on the expensive side, but probably worth the money. In fact, I've already ordered the holster version to try. I'll probably end up Frankensteining this thing into something that works for me. I just want something I can easily throw on that is stable and comfortable for when I go for my evening walk with my wife in the forest. This belt is as close as I've gotten to the perfect rig for this purpose. Oh, and I barely printed at all in just a t-shirt and shorts.

I’ll admit that after trying several other belly band type products, I was skeptical and fully expected to return this one as well, but boy was I wrong! For the price, you won’t beat this product’s comfort and concealability even when wearing gym shorts and a t-shirt.For reference, I use this product with either my Glock 23 and Sig Sauer P365, both in Aien Gear Low-Pro IWB holsters.

I bought this for EDC, but I am afraid it has too many flaws for that. For one, it lacks retention on its own. The grip of my gun falls away from my body, because the strap sits lower than where the clip goes on. I think that if the strap was at the same height as where the clip goes, the gun wouldnt tip away from my body as much. The only way I can use this belly band is with pants that are already tighter around my waist, to hold the belly band close to my body. It is comfy, and it does work well for my daily bike rides, but thats about it. I also had to remove the little logo on the front of the belly band because it caused bad printing through my clothing.

When it comes functionality everyone wants an accessory. What defines an accessory is its purpose. Purpose driven accessories enhance the user's experience with a product. Thus, altering the abilities of the user if they train and practice with it.The pro's:The Clip & Carry STRAPT-TAC Belly Band Holster is an accessory for your kydex holster of your choice. I currently run a Tier 1 concealment holster with side car (mag chassis) attached to it. Yes! It has that much room! Plus I can run a Glock 19 Gen 4 with a Streamlight TLR-8A or TLR-7, Trijicon RMR Type LED Red Dot Sight. This Belly Band Holster is the best on the market in my eyes. Most Belly band concealment holsters are focused on subcompact designs for maximum concealment, but limit attachments accessories for your firearm. A light is a must for most concealment carriers, then they make it a must to carry a specific designed holster for it. I (like most) bought my concealment holster before I knew the concealment issue with anything other than jeans. Dresses, leggings, skirts, some running shorts won't support the weight of the above load even with minimalistic loadouts (i.e. just the Glock 19). The whole holster chassis came lose while running. The Holster flopped out of my shorts, however I caught it mid-air and no one saw. Never had the courage to try my skirts or leggings without the Belly Band. Thought if shorts couldn't handle it, so how could either of these? Your wardrobe is now limitless! Rejoice!Con's:Yes it can make a hot day even hotter. The yoga fabric does help a bit, but find it hard to keep it comfortable.(Ladies)- think that one bra you got that is too tight around the armpit area, but keeps everything in place.(Guys)- Those one pair of socks or undershirt that is hard to pull off after a long day of hard work.Trying to itching or adjusting something is nearly impossible without taking it off. Credit wear credit is due. They try to make it comfortable as possible. However, after wearing this for 8 hours+, you'll be so glad to take it off.Concealment can differ from person to person. The more horizontally challenged you are the more it becomes difficult. Not ideal during big holiday dinners. I have the biggest size possible (at the time of purchase 34-45 waist I believe.... don't quote me). Also depends on our loadout. Ladies with bigger breast may find any easier time concealing firearms without people noticing. Guys with a muscular chest will likely notice a difference. Figure out your position and preferences of were to carry on your body before attempting a casual stroll to the local grocery store. Maybe also buy one size up in shirts if possible. Preferably shirts that don't cling.Final thoughts: I recommend buying two or even three if you decide to get this. One for outdoor activity, one for exercise, and another for weekends outings. Be honest with your body type and size, if in doubt go a size up. Velcro will wear out eventually. However I worn the single one for 3 years before typing this review. From a quick trip to the gas station to work. It has lasted so long and is in use today.TL;DR-Buy if you bought a kydex holster and looking for something to expand your wardrobe past jeans or cargo shorts.-Comfort is a luxury not a necessity-can carry compact and full size firearms.-it's an accessory to your holster as a holster is now an accessory to your firearm-try on with any combination of outfits before use in real world scenario-honesty is required with purchase. Body type and size will play a big factor in concealment and usability.- can be expensive depending on the uses of each purchase.Thanks for reading- Ky