Running protection
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Shoulder holster worked best for me. I wore it over a t-shirt and under an over shirt. If it flops around then secure it with an ace bandage.0
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Greetings randrews0623,I definitely don't want to start a political debate, just wanted some information from others out there like me. I am a female under 5 feet tall and I'm pretty obsessed with running. Because of my husband's work schedule, my job and our son, I have to run early in the morning. Most days I run alone but some days I run with others. My question is if anyone on here carries while they run? I found some running holsters but am leery of purchasing something expensive ($50) to have it be uncomfortable or just not practical. Anyone have any advice or recommendations?
I respect anyone who does not carry. I respect anyone who does. Please don't preach if you don't like guns, just ignore and move on as I'm sure neither of us will change our minds;) I'm not out to shoot for no reason, I just want to be safe. I carry pepper spray but due to some terrible events in my family background, would feel safer to have a weapon when I'm running alone. Obviously, I have a permit. Thanks in advance!
I imagine a gun would be quite heavy and cumbersome to carry - and quite possibly noticeable. Have you thought about carrying a small can of capsicum spray/mace instead?
kind regards,
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I agreeWhen I am not able to run at a time that feels safe to me (light out and a well-populated trail), I use a treadmill. I just don't think it's worth it to run outside when you feel that the threat is sufficient to need a weapon. I'm not trying to convince you not to carry a gun, but how is it worth it, psychologically, to do that?0 -
Omg with all the opinions about firearms... If you do not see a reason to own or carry, great God bless you, but unless you think a person who chooses to do so could change your mind, please do not voice you opinion in attempts to change our minds. Better to have and not need, than need and not have..
To OP, belly band or a fanny pack is a good option, ankle holster is another. Jealous of Kel-tec0 -
Mace ... When running, your adrenaline is already pumping, add a gun to that ... eh ... not a very good idea, IMO ... Go to your local hunting/sporting store and get some bear mace ... Sadly, if you live in NJ (like me), you'll have to settle for the jogger's mace, still works though ... My ex knows this all too well, lol ... He bought it for me and I wanted to test it ... long story short, I accidentally maced him ... Oops ...
... I felt so bad, but I couldn't stop laughing ...
ETA: I have nothing against guns, members of my family are hunters (Yay, deer meat ... yum!), but from a practicality standpoint, the mace is a better option, since you have it on your wrist for the duration of your run; where as the gun, you have to stop and grab ...0 -
How likely is it that a firearm could be accidentally discharged?
How likely is it your firearm might fall off if not secured properly whilst running? Who might find it??
How likely are you to ever NEED it? How likely are you to be disarmed before you get the chance to use it?
I live in England, and whilst guns are illegal for the average person, of course the bad guys have them.
Whilst we don't have the choice to carry things that are specifically engineered to kill people, we can choose *where* we run.
If you REALLY REALLY HAVE to carry a gun whilst running, I'd say spend the $$$'s, buy a correct and well fitted holster/people-killing carrying device holder and live with the discomfort if it means you feel 'safe'.
I'd also wear a knuckleduster too....you know, just incase. and perhaps a flicknife inside one of your socks..just to be REALLY safe.
You mad bro?
You must've missed the part where I didn't ask for your opinion on gun control. I specifically said I wasn't trying to start a debate. I just wanted the opinions of people who already carry while running.0 -
Omg with all the opinions about firearms... If you do not see a reason to own or carry, great God bless you, but unless you think a person who chooses to do so could change your mind, please do not voice you opinion in attempts to change our minds. Better to have and not need, than need and not have..
To OP, belly band or a fanny pack is a good option, ankle holster is another. Jealous of Kel-tec
This! Thanks:)0 -
Can you borrow a neighbor's dog? I chatted with a nice lady last month who "borrows" her neighbor's Rottweiler for her morning runs in a bad area of town. She's loving it, the Rottie has a blast, and her neighbor loves it because he doesn't have to exercise the dog. I have two Airedales, both big male brutes, and no one bothers me...it's more like the "parting of the sea" when we go out for walks. Just an idea...be safe!0
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have you looked at this http://bellybandccw.com0
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I know that just carrying a water bottle and wearing my hydration pack sometimes annoys me, I can only imagine trying to shove a gun somewhere. I live in Memphis, one of the highest crime rate areas in the US, and there are days where I am out and running between 4:30-5:00 AM, and I frequent the greenline that runs by the prisions and I still wouldn't consider carrying. But if you insist, I would look into one of the breast holsters as I would think that would be the most effective place to put it with the less bounce. And invest in chaff rub, as I can only imagine the chaffing the holster would cause after 6 miles lol.0
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Mace ... When running, your adrenaline is already pumping, add a gun to that ... eh ... not a very good idea, IMO ... Go to your local hunting/sporting store and get some bear mace ... Sadly, if you live in NJ (like me), you'll have to settle for the jogger's mace, still works though ... My ex knows this all too well, lol ... He bought it for me and I wanted to test it ... long story short, I accidentally maced him ... Oops ... ... I felt so bad, but I couldn't stop laughing ...
ETA: I have nothing against guns, members of my family are hunters (Yay, deer meat ... yum!), but from a practicality standpoint, the mace is a better option, since you have it on your wrist for the duration of your run; where as the gun, you have to stop and grab ...
Mace sucks, go with OC always. Don't need such a big bottle to pack an even bigger punch, and not to mention OC is a lot more effective.0 -
I hear you girl!!! I found this:
http://www.armedinheels.com/undertech-undercover-compression-shorts-product-review-pg-12.html?CDpath=3
But the under shirt tank one looked good too. I wonder if it would rub on the inside of the arm though?
I know I've seen some that are like a girdle that strap around your upper waist and holds a gun real close to your stomach, but I couldn't find it now that I'm looking for it.
Hope that helps!
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We're not allowed to carry anything where I live, even mace is illegal. I run at midday on busy streets because of it. Now I'm jealous and want protection :grumble:0
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Oh man, I remember when I used to run at dawn three mornings a week, and I'd go out to an isolated trail on the weekends. Then my sometimes-running cohorts and I started hearing about attacks. Nobody runs in the dark anymore, or even alone, and my city is relatively safe.
I won't even run outside anymore due to cars who forget there are pedestrians in the cross-walks. I can't tell you how many times I've almost got hit in a cross-walk while running when I had the right away.
However, if I was running outside today, I'd certainly carry some protection. You bet I would.
But, I prefer the gym and have gotten used to the treadmill.
Even though I don't have an answer for you, I support you one hundred percent in your need to carry protection.0 -
Also, is it just me who clicked on this thread thinking it was going to be about sanitary towels? :P0
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How likely is it that a firearm could be accidentally discharged?
How likely is it your firearm might fall off if not secured properly whilst running? Who might find it??
How likely are you to ever NEED it? How likely are you to be disarmed before you get the chance to use it?
I live in England, and whilst guns are illegal for the average person, of course the bad guys have them.
Whilst we don't have the choice to carry things that are specifically engineered to kill people, we can choose *where* we run.
If you REALLY REALLY HAVE to carry a gun whilst running, I'd say spend the $$$'s, buy a correct and well fitted holster/people-killing carrying device holder and live with the discomfort if it means you feel 'safe'.
I'd also wear a knuckleduster too....you know, just incase. and perhaps a flicknife inside one of your socks..just to be REALLY safe.
You mad bro?
You must've missed the part where I didn't ask for your opinion on gun control. I specifically said I wasn't trying to start a debate. I just wanted the opinions of people who already carry while running.
not mad at all...just sad that people who partake in the sport I love so much feel they cannot participate in it without the need to carry devices that are specifically designed to kill other human beings. thats sad, not mad...sister.
P.S..kind of ironic you force your opinion on the need to want to * potentially * kill other human beings whilst requesting those who chose not to to stay silent...0 -
How likely is it that a firearm could be accidentally discharged?
How likely is it your firearm might fall off if not secured properly whilst running? Who might find it??
How likely are you to ever NEED it? How likely are you to be disarmed before you get the chance to use it?
I live in England, and whilst guns are illegal for the average person, of course the bad guys have them.
Whilst we don't have the choice to carry things that are specifically engineered to kill people, we can choose *where* we run.
If you REALLY REALLY HAVE to carry a gun whilst running, I'd say spend the $$$'s, buy a correct and well fitted holster/people-killing carrying device holder and live with the discomfort if it means you feel 'safe'.
I'd also wear a knuckleduster too....you know, just incase. and perhaps a flicknife inside one of your socks..just to be REALLY safe.
You mad bro?
You must've missed the part where I didn't ask for your opinion on gun control. I specifically said I wasn't trying to start a debate. I just wanted the opinions of people who already carry while running.
not mad at all...just sad that people who partake in the sport I love so much feel they cannot participate in it without the need to carry devices that are specifically designed to kill other human beings. thats sad, not mad...sister.
P.S..kind of ironic you force your opinion on the need to want to * potentially * kill other human beings whilst requesting those who chose not to to stay silent...
You are a fool. I never once forced my opinion, I asked other like minded runners how they carry. And I would never want to shoot someone. Maybe if you had a sister who was raped when she was alone and know it could've been prevented with a weapon, you'd think differently. But luckily, I don't need your opinion or your approval and I will be carrying.0 -
I've started to try to get into running and I've though about carrying as well. the ideal time for me to run is early morning but I don't go then because it is too dark and creepy. In the evening I carry peppers spray but I don't think that would be enough for me predawn.
The last time I tried to run in the morning I saw a trash can knocked over and trash scattered by a bear. I haven't run in the dark since then.
I think the tank a previous poster is interesting.0 -
How likely is it that a firearm could be accidentally discharged?
How likely is it your firearm might fall off if not secured properly whilst running? Who might find it??
How likely are you to ever NEED it? How likely are you to be disarmed before you get the chance to use it?
I live in England, and whilst guns are illegal for the average person, of course the bad guys have them.
Whilst we don't have the choice to carry things that are specifically engineered to kill people, we can choose *where* we run.
If you REALLY REALLY HAVE to carry a gun whilst running, I'd say spend the $$$'s, buy a correct and well fitted holster/people-killing carrying device holder and live with the discomfort if it means you feel 'safe'.
I'd also wear a knuckleduster too....you know, just incase. and perhaps a flicknife inside one of your socks..just to be REALLY safe.
You mad bro?
You must've missed the part where I didn't ask for your opinion on gun control. I specifically said I wasn't trying to start a debate. I just wanted the opinions of people who already carry while running.
not mad at all...just sad that people who partake in the sport I love so much feel they cannot participate in it without the need to carry devices that are specifically designed to kill other human beings. thats sad, not mad...sister.
P.S..kind of ironic you force your opinion on the need to want to * potentially * kill other human beings whilst requesting those who chose not to to stay silent...
You are a fool. I never once forced my opinion, I asked other like minded runners how they carry. And I would never want to shoot someone. Maybe if you had a sister who was raped when she was alone and know it could've been prevented with a weapon, you'd think differently. But luckily, I don't need your opinion or your approval and I will be carrying.
It would have been prevented had the perpetrator not been a *kitten*. (I totally understand why that makes you want to carry, just saying that the need to carry doesn't exist without stupid entitled *kitten* who think they can do what they want. )0 -
Runlilyrun, Exactly! I couldn't agree more. If that had never happened to my sister, I probably wouldn't carry at all. However she was in a nicer neighborhood than I live in. Bad people are everywhere. Personal tragedies have a way of altering perspective:/0
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just to clarify, i was refering to Australia, where gun laws are quite tight. my mate got his license a 5 months ago and is only allowed to purchase his first hand gun in 1 month, after a mandatory 6 month probation. then there is a 30 day cooling off and about 2 weeks police approval. so in order to legally get a hand gun in australia it will take you almost 9 months to a year (the process to actually get a license takes a while as well)
Unfortunately that's not true. I personally know two people who were held up at two different locations with guns, by petty criminals. One was even pistol whipped. These people literally had their lives threatened for a few dollars.most petty criminals dont even carry guns, its just too hard for them to get. its only the really serious ones that have guns and they arent going to worry about runners.
i dont know what i would do if i lived in an area where carrying guns is considered a part of everyday life. i probably wouldnt carry while running tho. hell, the only thing i take now is my phone for music, if i didnt need the prompting for c25k and the distraction of the music to take away the pain of running (im still not that fit), i probably wouldnt take anything with me. if i was to carry a gun i would probably get something small and light rather than taking anything large.
are you in an area where they have just past the open carry laws. i would imagine it would be easier to run while carrying in a holster that doesnt need to be concealed.0 -
I carry concealed, however I do not run.
I just wanted to mention that though the tank and bellyband items look nice, I would worry about the affect of my body's sweat/moisture on the metal of the gun. It wouldn't take long for it to start to rust/corrode. There has got to be a better solution, the holster developers need to get on this right away! If I were away from home alone, especially on foot, I would definitely be carrying.0 -
Totally thought this was going to be a thread about bladder leakage.0
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Wow! Where do you live? So sorry that ANYONE runs where guns are needed for safety. Sounds like the best option for you, however. Also: would running with a dog help? I also hope you can take a "streetwise" course, to help avoid dangerous situations. (If this is even possible in your society).0
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Female here, who carries 95% of the time.
I jog using a belly band holster and carry a S & W airweight .38 with a hammer shroud.
LIghtweight, 5 rounds for self-defense, no hammer to catch on clothing.
Held in place really well for running by the compression of the belly band holster.
No bouncing, jarring, or risk of it falling out during exercise.0 -
I'd also wear a knuckleduster too....you know, just incase. and perhaps a flicknife inside one of your socks..just to be REALLY safe.
It must be nice to live in a place where you can legally do that. I would get arrested for a flickknife. And probably get charged for having a knuckleduster...0 -
Here's a holster made for working out:
http://www.thewellarmedwoman.com/holsters/pistol-wear-sport
I have no experience with it, however.
Carry on! 0 -
Female here, who carries 95% of the time.
I jog using a belly band holster and carry a S & W airweight .38 with a hammer shroud.
LIghtweight, 5 rounds for self-defense, no hammer to catch on clothing.
Held in place really well for running by the compression of the belly band holster.
No bouncing, jarring, or risk of it falling out during exercise.
do you ever worry about perspiration ?0 -
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I would worry about the affect of my body's sweat/moisture on the metal of the gun. It wouldn't take long for it to start to rust/corrode.
When returning from a run, if the gun is wet from rain or perspiration you just wipe it down with a dry cloth.
Clean and maintain your weapon and rust and corrosion should never be an issue. Soldiers and cops carry 24/7 in all types of weather and exposed to the elements.
Rust and corrosion on a handgun that is well taken care of is the least of my worries.0
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