Viper lazer gear

It’s all too easy to look at all the ‘gucci’ tactical brands out there, and if money is no object then you can have all the ‘tactical nylon’ gear that your heart desires. Most of us however approach our airsoft with a definite budget in hand, so it’s really great when you can access well-designed and useful kit without bankrupting yourself!

It’s even better when that gear follows all the very latest trends and is completely up-to-the- minute in terms of materials and design. Regular readers will know that I’ve been closely following the roll out of VIPER’s new range of clothing, equipment and footwear and the last few items that have rolled in for testing have been from their Lazer line.

Travelling Light

The Lightweight Lazer Carrier is designed on a minimal size to optimise mobility and reduce load weight for the user. Rather than the traditional webbing it uses Lazer MOLLE panelso secure and support pouches and other MOLLE gear. It has a large Velcro ID panel on the front, quick release buckles and adjustable padded shoulder straps with Velcro retainers for hydration tubes and comms wiring. The front and rear armour compartments are large enough for a medium SAPI plate (you’ll need to find these separately though!) with wellpadded, comfortable Ventex internal panels. The whole thing is put together using rock solid 600D Cordura so it’s not going to wear out any time soon, and one size fits most; it costs £39.95, which is super value.

The Lazer modular belt at £20.95 acts as a platform for the user to build upon and customise with MOLLE pouches. Made again from 600D Cordura, and using the padded Ventex system to enhance comfort for user, there is a full Lazer MOLLE exterior with an interior webbing belt included and four D-Ring attachment points to fit a harness should you so wish. The belt is nice and solid and comfortable for prolonged periods of use, and fits up to 52 inch waist!

The Lazer Cut Dropleg platform is just £17.50 and can be used on either leg and customised to the user’s preference. As a fully modular panel pouches can be added to accommodate mags, torches holsters, and knives. The panel has elasticated webbing straps and quick release buckle fastening.

 

Lazer Quest

Should you want a full plate carrier then the Lazer Platform is the very thing, as it offers extensive load carrying capacity and customisation options. Made from 600D this carrier offers removable side panels and fully adjustable shoulder straps which are all made with 15mm foam lining for the user’s comfort. There are also Velcro ID panels, quick release buckles, Ventex internal panels, front and rear armour compartments, and internal side utility pouches. The Platform comes with a rear cord-lock fastener and two MOLLE bungee retainers, so for £69.95 you’re getting a LOT for your money VIPER also offer a number of their rucsac models with the Lazer panels rather than nylon webbing and they look very smart indeed. If you already own VIPER pouches then you can rest assured that they’ll be completely transferable to any of the Lazer products so you can easily update your loadout and save a few quid; I already had VIPER MP5 pouches and one of these fitted onto the Lazer Carrier easily. All of the Lazer gear is available in V-Cam, Coyote, Green, and Black so whatever your loadout you’ll be good to go with VIPER.

To keep up-to-date with the new VIPER tactical products as they become available please visit www.viperkit. co.uk. You’ll also be able to find full stockist details there too. You can also follow VIPER TACTICAL via their Facebook and Instagram pages which are regularly updated.