Playboypenguin
Moderator
I would never carry SOB just walking around and would never carry that way on a bike.
CCW and motorcycles
- Thread starter TRaGiK
- Start date
I pilot a Buell S3, and front/center fanny pack works just fine. I just hitch it up a little over the back end of the tank 
.
As to what it looks like...hell, I've got this 3" round peace sign on it from a head shop. Perfect liberal camo...they have no clue it's a hideous pun (where I keep my "piece").
.As to what it looks like...hell, I've got this 3" round peace sign on it from a head shop. Perfect liberal camo...they have no clue it's a hideous pun (where I keep my "piece").
zebulonsmith
New member
That's why you clip it inside your jacket when you're on the bike.
I use a Crossbreed SOB holster at about 4:30 when it's cold enough that I have to wear a heavy coat, it works well, but you have to be concerned about a big hunk of steel between the road and your kidneys, should things get unfortunate.
orionengnr
New member
My Kahr PM9 sits in my front jeans pocket in the summer. My Kahr P45 sits in the same place in the winter. My Kimber Ultra Carry sits in the sme place ocasionally.
Being 50+, I don't crash my bikes as much as I used to (thank God)..but I did get put in the hospital 2 years ago by a cell-phone talkin' grandpa who drove over me...stuff happens.
Being 50+, I don't crash my bikes as much as I used to (thank God)..but I did get put in the hospital 2 years ago by a cell-phone talkin' grandpa who drove over me...stuff happens.
Shoulder holster while on the road. At a rally, if it's warm, I'll take the holster off with the jacket together, and set it on the ground as I pitch my tent. Once the tent is up, I'll drag my stuff inside, and close the door, and switch to my IWB for walking around the campsite.
I often wear a "hoodie" under my leather jacket, so the holster can even go under that. So if you have to open or take your leather jacket off, the hoodie stays on.
I often wear a "hoodie" under my leather jacket, so the holster can even go under that. So if you have to open or take your leather jacket off, the hoodie stays on.
i'd be worried about falling on it if you ended up taking a spill... If you fell, you'd be most likely to slide on your butt/back or your chest/face. Or you could go into one of those nasty falls where you just keep rolling and rolling. I think you are least likely to fall on your gun if you put it on one of your sides...
and the problem with putting it in the bag on the bike is the vibrations will wear away at the gun.
I had a heavy steel disc brake lock that I would put in a nylon pouch that came with it. It mounted to the subframe under the seat. After about 6 months not only did the motion sensor part of the device no longer work, but the paint was worn at the edges. There's simply too much abrasion to put it in a bag on the bike itself.
and the problem with putting it in the bag on the bike is the vibrations will wear away at the gun.
I had a heavy steel disc brake lock that I would put in a nylon pouch that came with it. It mounted to the subframe under the seat. After about 6 months not only did the motion sensor part of the device no longer work, but the paint was worn at the edges. There's simply too much abrasion to put it in a bag on the bike itself.
Does that mean that you'll ride in bright orange Crocs and a pink Hawaiian shirt with yellow shorts? Probably not. Everybody cares what they look like. This thread will probably go a lot better if the childish accusations are left out. The import guys will call the Harley riders wannabe 1%-ers and the Harley riders will call the import guys Power Rangers and this thread will go south in a hurry. Neither is right or better, the namecalling just makes both sides lame.
Actually, I ride my Harley in Hawaiian shirts regularly. No go on the crocs and shorts though. Always safe with the proper helmet, glasses, jeans, boots and gloves (and concealed carry!). I could care less what others think. I've been riding over thirty years and have had (and still have) both metric and American bikes. If you are on two wheels and enjoy the breeze in your knees, you're a biker, rider, motorcyclist, whatever in my book. It's all good. Be safe out there everyone.
CraigC, seems to me like you are the one starting the childish behavior by stating that no "biker" would wear a fanny pack. That was a stereotype if ever I heard one.
Back to the original question; unfortunately, this is one of those that can only be answered by experimentation. I know you are looking for a starting point but the problem is there are sooo many options. Finding what works best for you only comes with trial and error. That's why I have a box of unused holsters, like most people.
Back to the original question; unfortunately, this is one of those that can only be answered by experimentation. I know you are looking for a starting point but the problem is there are sooo many options. Finding what works best for you only comes with trial and error. That's why I have a box of unused holsters, like most people.
I ride wearing "Power Rangers" gear
, frequently the mesh stuff. After the previous last time I went sliding down the road (stupid stunt back in my 20s involving winter riding on a couple inches of snow on top of ice layer from freezing rain), I wanted something between me and the pavement if there was a next time and leather is just too hot when it's in the 80s and above. Great protective gear that's in the closet when you ride because it's not comfortable is of as little use if you need it as the gun you won't carry for the same reason. My riding gear saved me from road rash that probably would've needed skin grafts without it late this past summer, so I've needed it more often than my carry gun so far. I wear this stuff OVER my regular street clothes, so a OWB holster goes IWB of the riding pants and the jacket covers the pistol's butt and a big Hawaiian shirt or other baggy untucked shirt covers it if the gear comes off. IMO, retension of some kind is a must for a holster worn riding to make sure that the pistol ends up where you are in the event of an "event", or just to ensure it won't take a dive if you're all over the seat trying to emulate racers or varying your posture every which way trying to keep your butt on speaking terms w. the rest of you on a long haul.
, frequently the mesh stuff. After the previous last time I went sliding down the road (stupid stunt back in my 20s involving winter riding on a couple inches of snow on top of ice layer from freezing rain), I wanted something between me and the pavement if there was a next time and leather is just too hot when it's in the 80s and above. Great protective gear that's in the closet when you ride because it's not comfortable is of as little use if you need it as the gun you won't carry for the same reason. My riding gear saved me from road rash that probably would've needed skin grafts without it late this past summer, so I've needed it more often than my carry gun so far. I wear this stuff OVER my regular street clothes, so a OWB holster goes IWB of the riding pants and the jacket covers the pistol's butt and a big Hawaiian shirt or other baggy untucked shirt covers it if the gear comes off. IMO, retension of some kind is a must for a holster worn riding to make sure that the pistol ends up where you are in the event of an "event", or just to ensure it won't take a dive if you're all over the seat trying to emulate racers or varying your posture every which way trying to keep your butt on speaking terms w. the rest of you on a long haul.Nice thread!
I'm a motorcyclist too. (not a biker) I ride a Yamaha FJR and a Suzuki Burgman 400. (great way to save on gas $!)
If I lived in a free state, I would have something set up so that I could draw and shoot lefty if I needed to. I can't currently imagine a scenario where I'd need to draw while moving, but if the situation did come up, I'd be glad to have the option.
The right hand operates the brake & throttle, so it is not always an option to use this hand.
A fanny pack above the ol' package is not an option on a sportbike; there's no room there without smashing it against the tank and possibly scratching it.
Small of back is a very bad idea. A gun will easily break your spine if you land on it the wrong way. I read a story a while ago about a Russian guy landing on a can of Coke in his backpack and breaking his spine. I never carry a backback on my bikes either. Always a tank bag or hard luggage.
I'm a motorcyclist too. (not a biker) I ride a Yamaha FJR and a Suzuki Burgman 400. (great way to save on gas $!)
If I lived in a free state, I would have something set up so that I could draw and shoot lefty if I needed to. I can't currently imagine a scenario where I'd need to draw while moving, but if the situation did come up, I'd be glad to have the option.
The right hand operates the brake & throttle, so it is not always an option to use this hand.
A fanny pack above the ol' package is not an option on a sportbike; there's no room there without smashing it against the tank and possibly scratching it.
Small of back is a very bad idea. A gun will easily break your spine if you land on it the wrong way. I read a story a while ago about a Russian guy landing on a can of Coke in his backpack and breaking his spine. I never carry a backback on my bikes either. Always a tank bag or hard luggage.
grymster2007
New member
Playboypenguin
Moderator
I wear mine on my bike all the time. They do not need to be in the front. I cannot think of a reason I would ever draw while riding. If I was on the bike I would use speed and maneuverability to escape conflict.
Yeah, there is a reason it is forbidden in law enforcement. It is just not a safe carry method at all.
Scott Evans
Staff Alumnus
I see that I’m not the only one interested in this.
http://www.thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=326895
I’m leaning hard toward shoulder rig right now but I still have some reservations.
http://www.thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=326895
I’m leaning hard toward shoulder rig right now but I still have some reservations.
Attachments
I have been riding for over 40 years and I carry on my bike the same as I do any other time. I carry a Glock 26 in an MTAC holster at about 4:00. I see no reason to change.
I agree with some of the others about the fanny pack. No man should ever even think about wearing one of these. Just ain't right.
I agree with some of the others about the fanny pack. No man should ever even think about wearing one of these. Just ain't right.
zebulonsmith
New member
Probably not is right. I don't wear shorts or shoes other than boots when I ride and I always wear a jacket, so you wouldn't know if I had a Hawaiin shirt on or not. I put more miles on my bikes in the short Ohio warm (above 45) season than most of "bikers" put on their rides the entire time they own them. About 15,000 this summer if you want numbers. My jeep sat so long this year that I had to jump the battery to make a trip to pick up some lumber. I ride the bike because I like to ride it, not because I want to go hang out with other people who ride a bike just like mine and not because I want other people to see (or hear) me doing it. That's the difference between a "biker" and a "motorcyclist."
And now for your viewing enjoyment, a picture of my wife along some mountain top cowpath about 1/4 lane wide that we got lost on during vacation two years ago.
