I am about to pick up a S&W Model 351C. I would like to carry it while jogging. It will be carried legally concealed. It will be a bit lighter than any of my other revolvers. I figured I won't be carrying reloads and 7 rounds of 22 magnum should suffice. My question is to those that also carry while jogging, how do you carry? I am thinking of getting a water bottle belt that has a small pouch for small items like a wallet and keeping the gun in there. Since I sweat heavily while running, I was thinking of keeping the gun in a Zip Loc bag within in the pouch to keep sweat off the gun. It will be slower but I figure if I need the gun I could reach into the pouch, pull out the Zip Loc and tear the bag to access the gun. Any other suggestions? Thanks.
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Concealed Carry While Jogging
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A small fanny pack can work. Used to carry that way, occasionally, whilst engaged in plainclothes work involving strenuous "exercise" activities.
I found that it (the fanny pack) worked best if positioned high on the hip. It tended to bounce if positioned elsewhere.
Now, to be clear, I wouldn't be caught dead (pun intended
) rocking a fanny pack now. A fanny pack is likely the only accessory that screams GUN more than a "tacticool" vest.
Be safe.
I found that it (the fanny pack) worked best if positioned high on the hip. It tended to bounce if positioned elsewhere.
Now, to be clear, I wouldn't be caught dead (pun intended
) rocking a fanny pack now. A fanny pack is likely the only accessory that screams GUN more than a "tacticool" vest.Be safe.
balin
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you might want to look at one of these
Pistol Wear - Holsters for Concealed Handguns
Pistol Wear - Holsters for Concealed Handguns
Mphstiger1981
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I have a Smart Carry that I frequently use while jogging. I've carried various guns, from Glock 19 to a Ruger LCP while running and did not experience any problems. I would recommend wiping down the gun when you finished exercising, just as a precaution. The elastic waistband of the jogging shorts actually makes the Smart Carry/ Thunderwear type of holster much easier to access than when the Smart Carry is worn with my normal slacks and belt combination.
MotorCityGun
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I would avoid this technique, if at all possible. Sounds like a ND waitin' to happen. However/Whatever you carry, make sure that your trigger is protected.
Keep on runnin'!
David Sinko
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I have always used a belly band with good results. The gun rotates to the front but that's OK. I have carried handguns as large as a fully loaded Glock 21 for more than 10 miles at a brisk pace without any problems. I would NOT carry a gun in a plastic bag. It will severely compromise your draw. I sweat a lot too and simply wipe down the gun after the run.
Dave Sinko
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Exactly what I do! With some practice and the right fanny pack (Uncle Mike's), you can do a reasonably fast draw...but it unfortunately is best done with both hands.
Little 11 oz S&W 342 loaded with .38+P Hornady Critical Defense. In rural areas, I will step up to a 13 oz M&P 340 loaded with Critical Defense .357's. In black bear country, a 329NG loaded with Hornady 240 gr XTP (not exactly ultralight).
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Larry from Bend
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I used to (when I ran) carry this in a front pocket. About 7 oz.
I modified a very small fanny pack by gluing in a high density foam liner. it is a tight fit for a J frame 340 and mostly water proof. I have used it for years and have run/jogged as far as 10 miles with it without problems. I can't run that far anymore due to injuries but am working back up. Yes, if anyone sees it they probably think I have a gun in it. I run in the country and consider it a benefit for people to think that. While not blazing fast to deploy from I have timed it to about 10 seconds from pack to gun in hand. Fast enough for where I am, there is always lots of warning for potential problem animals or people. When the hair on the back of my neck starts rising I pull the pack around to the front and unzip it as I run. Never had to use it but it has been in my hand twice due to the close proximity of black bears. (It didn't seem big enough both times.) There is room for the CCW, drivers license, and a key which I put in a plastic bag so that it doesn't move around and scratch up the gun.
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When I'm on my morning 1.5 mile is about the only time I'm not carrying (the other is when scuba diving) but I've seen a few folks recommend the Remora holsters. Supposedly stay in place even while running in sweat pants; I know it works for my wife in her business clothes (but she's not running).
Sebago Son
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Consider this...
I knew a narc that used to wear a snug fitting holster on a thong around his neck and no retaining strap. In that holster he had a 317 with a lanyard that hung down just above his navel. he wore a heavy-ish, loosefitting t-shirt over this. To draw he would reach for the lanyard, give it a smart tug and the 317 would fall into his hand.
Not for every occasion, but this mode of carry might work for you and sure would be faster than peeling open a ziploc baggie.
I knew a narc that used to wear a snug fitting holster on a thong around his neck and no retaining strap. In that holster he had a 317 with a lanyard that hung down just above his navel. he wore a heavy-ish, loosefitting t-shirt over this. To draw he would reach for the lanyard, give it a smart tug and the 317 would fall into his hand.
Not for every occasion, but this mode of carry might work for you and sure would be faster than peeling open a ziploc baggie.
Cpo1944
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Put a camera logo on it and it`s a totally different story.A small fanny pack can work. Used to carry that way, occasionally, whilst engaged in plainclothes work involving strenuous "exercise" activities.
I found that it (the fanny pack) worked best if positioned high on the hip. It tended to bounce if positioned elsewhere.
Now, to be clear, I wouldn't be caught dead (pun intended
Be safe.
I really like the versatility of a fanny pack and fashion be D***ed.
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I have a Solomon water belt. It carries 2 bottles and has a small pouch for cell, energy gel and a larger pouch for misc. I use the larger pouch. The lining of the pouch is waterproof so no worries about moisture getting to it. My 642 fits in it like a glove. I take mine on 10k runs and have skate skied 30k with it on. Nice and comfortable.
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photoman
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They got it all wrong! You need ~two~ J frames and ~one~ water bottle. Priorities my friend, priorities!
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I use a backpack, there's a snug fitting pouch for my 1911 w/ two spair mags in my universial holster. Then you have a backpack which also offers more options, like a coupple of water bottles, my combat knife(I always carry an edged weapon in addition to my gun), heck, for our friends in bear country, there's even room for a big boar revolver. Ofcourse in bear country, concealment be d***ed I'd want a rifle in a a 3-point sling.
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good luck outrunning his bullets
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