Running at night with a concealed carry.

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  • Dr_Flo
    Dr_Flo Posts: 465
    Oh COME ON. Some people carry pepper spray, some people carry pocket knives, some people carry guns. Sheesh.

    It's pitch-black out where I live. I know I'm not the only person that carries something.


    Ignore the dumb comments. I carry daily.
    There is a holster that I use for running which is located in my lower back.
    It wraps around like a belt and turns your pistol on its side.
    It still bounces a little, but nowhere near like it would on your side.
    There are several brands that make one, see what you prefer. some fit differently.
    I would say try a gun shop or like an Academy to test fit.

    My holster carries my pistol with clip and has an additional slide for an extra mag.

    Im with you, there doesnt need to be a Zombie Apacolypse or Invading foreign soldiers to justify feeling safe.
    If you feel better with it, TAKE IT!
  • LoveCR22
    LoveCR22 Posts: 75 Member
    Honestly, I think you would be better off with a Caucasian Shepherd.

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    Oh damn now I want one!
  • edge_dragoncaller
    edge_dragoncaller Posts: 826 Member
    OP :

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    I can't bring up the page while at work, but I believe they are sold here :

    http://www.undertechundercover.com/
  • UsedToBeHusky
    UsedToBeHusky Posts: 15,228 Member
    I can understand why you would want to carry a gun while you are running, but isn't a little dangerous just to have it floating around in your waistband?
  • babydiego87
    babydiego87 Posts: 905 Member
    This dude on my friends list always carries

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  • K_Serz
    K_Serz Posts: 1,299 Member
    Need it for what? A deer mugging? :huh:

    Put your gun away before you hurt someone

    Yes because responsible, law-abiding gun owners are the ones hurting people ... :ohwell:

    In case you're wondering, criminals love people who think like you.

    I like you! :flowerforyou:
  • BamaBreezeNSaltAire
    BamaBreezeNSaltAire Posts: 966 Member
    I run at night with my 2 yr old. You bet I carry. I'm not going to caught by wildlife or a person without a weapon. Period. Plus I live in the south....this isn't something new. And no, we are not all gun toting rednecks, we just like our right to bear arms.
  • ash8184
    ash8184 Posts: 701 Member
    Oh COME ON. Some people carry pepper spray, some people carry pocket knives, some people carry guns. Sheesh.

    It's pitch-black out where I live. I know I'm not the only person that carries something.


    Ignore the dumb comments. I carry daily.
    There is a holster that I use for running which is located in my lower back.
    It wraps around like a belt and turns your pistol on its side.
    It still bounces a little, but nowhere near like it would on your side.
    There are several brands that make one, see what you prefer. some fit differently.
    I would say try a gun shop or like an Academy to test fit.

    My holster carries my pistol with clip and has an additional slide for an extra mag.

    Im with you, there doesnt need to be a Zombie Apacolypse or Invading foreign soldiers to justify feeling safe.
    If you feel better with it, TAKE IT!

    THIS. I carry when I feel it's necessary and am glad I do. Way to go for protecting yourself!
  • chrisvinci
    chrisvinci Posts: 49
    haha I don't think liberals are going to come near this thread with a 10 foot pole. It fact I think they are all hiding in a cave right about now smoking a joint. I hope you didn't scare off 47% of the Americans on MyFitnessPal.
  • twelfty
    twelfty Posts: 576 Member
    Honestly, I think you would be better off with a Caucasian Shepherd.


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    this dog looks like he needs to be on here lol (is that still body shaming? :bigsmile: )

    He probably lifts.

    "fetch!!"..... comes back with a tree
  • jamers1949
    jamers1949 Posts: 46
    Good idea .Ignore the stupid remarks as there is no cure for stupid. I would suggest a fanny pack or a belly pack .It works for me .I do a lot of walking and do not run though. There are also wide elastic formfitting bands that would keep your gun from moving . Yes, the world of today is a very unpredictable place and it good to be aware and ready to defend your life,
  • XLMuffnTop
    XLMuffnTop Posts: 76 Member
    I have a big dog (Great Pyrenees) and he is NOT one to go walking or running. He gets about half a block away and sits down and I have to drag all 120lbs of him home.

    I don't own a firearm but if I felt comfortable enough to I would carry it. I had to cut short my Saturday night walk/run because some dudes in a truck by the well lit park were making me nervous. In addition, certain rural areas have plenty of wild animals. Here we have feral dogs, coyotes, wild hogs and plenty of other nastiness. If an animal is close enough to pepper spray, there's really no hope.

    Obviously you've gone through plenty of training to have your concealed permit. Stay safe.
  • Its_All_Gongfu
    Its_All_Gongfu Posts: 43 Member
    I live in a rural area, 45mph two-lane road, very minimal houses, all woods and/or fields. I never ran at night so I was really nervous, don't own pepper spray, so I opted for my small gun. It was 9pm, and I can't go out for a run before then... I "know" I'm probably ok...but it's better to have it and not need it, then need it and not have it.

    Where do YOU put it??? I kept mine on my waistband at 8 o'clock (I'm a lefty) but I had to keep adjusting it as it was sliding around.

    I honestly felt like just running with it in my hand because I was so frustrated... :laugh: Also, if you do carry, what type of holster do you use? I have a belt-clip hard plastic.

    Hey...As a father to daughters, I applaud your intelligence. Hoping for the best in a truly pathetically stupid plan for a female (or anyone, actually) at night in lonely areas

    I've found a fanny pack (yes, a fanny pack) to be perfect for hiking, running, bicycling, etc. Turn it to the front and it's more comfortable. Gotta snug it up some. Pefect, no...It's a trade-off.

    Good luck.
  • Shes1CraftyMama
    Shes1CraftyMama Posts: 152 Member
    I wonder what the stats are on justifiable homicides/shootings. You always hear gun nuts saying how they need to carry guns but never hear much about them actually using them to protect themselves.
    Take some time to look this up. It happens all the time but the media says nothing about it. Why...because it makes a much better story about the psycho killing 50 people with his gun, than the person killing the one psycho before they do it!
  • Mustang_Susie
    Mustang_Susie Posts: 7,045 Member
    I know nothing about guns.
    But I live in a nasty, violent city and I would not go anywhere alone after dark even in our nicer neighborhood.
    My husband is a paramedic for this city's fire department and I know there are horribly evil people in this world.
    (Who would have thought the Boston Marathon??)
    Protect yourself and be safe :smile:
  • Its_All_Gongfu
    Its_All_Gongfu Posts: 43 Member
    Good idea .Ignore the stupid remarks as there is no cure for stupid. I would suggest a fanny pack or a belly pack .It works for me .I do a lot of walking and do not run though. There are also wide elastic formfitting bands that would keep your gun from moving . Yes, the world of today is a very unpredictable place and it good to be aware and ready to defend your life,

    CONCUR!!! :drinker:
  • ashlbubba
    ashlbubba Posts: 224 Member
    So I have never concealed carried (YET!) but I would suggest you wear it around your waist/torso.. the issue with the ankle carry is that if you get attacked by some sort of animal you will probably have to stop kneel down- in prime biting range for something to attack you... it's extra seconds to access AND you're putting your face and chest right in biting range!
  • Gusman14
    Gusman14 Posts: 94
    http://www.guntuck.com/

    Great way to carry.

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  • wickedcricket
    wickedcricket Posts: 1,246 Member
    around here if a cop sees you running with a gun in your hand, you're as good as dead. I never worry about this- fat ppl are hard to kidnap
  • K_Serz
    K_Serz Posts: 1,299 Member
    I wonder what the stats are on justifiable homicides/shootings. You always hear gun nuts saying how they need to carry guns but never hear much about them actually using them to protect themselves.
    Take some time to look this up. It happens all the time but the media says nothing about it. Why...because it makes a much better story about the psycho killing 50 people with his gun, than the person killing the one psycho before they do it!

    Anyone hear of these stories? Nope....probably not.

    http://abclocal.go.com/kgo/story?section=news/local/east_bay&id=7995072

    http://www.woai.com/news/local/story/90-year-old-woman-shoots-at-home-intruder/eln4pLU2Ek2GqXQZzh5dtw.cspx


    But I guess this stuff only happens in Iran.
  • Dr_Flo
    Dr_Flo Posts: 465
    OP :

    runnerholster.jpg

    I can't bring up the page while at work, but I believe they are sold here :

    http://www.undertechundercover.com/

    Yeah, Ive heard of these.. try this. It looks like it would be PERFECT for what you're doing! Good call
  • UsedToBeHusky
    UsedToBeHusky Posts: 15,228 Member
    Need it for what? A deer mugging? :huh:

    Put your gun away before you hurt someone

    Yes because responsible, law-abiding gun owners are the ones hurting people ... :ohwell:

    In case you're wondering, criminals love people who think like you.

    Playing devil's advocate here...


    Wasn't Trayvon Martin murdered by a responsible gun owner?

    He didn't have ANY criminal record!
  • Gusman14
    Gusman14 Posts: 94
    Need it for what? A deer mugging? :huh:

    Put your gun away before you hurt someone

    You really need to get out and see how evil the world really is.

    SMH

    :frown:
  • AmyRhubarb
    AmyRhubarb Posts: 6,890 Member
    Need it for what? A deer mugging? :huh:

    Put your gun away before you hurt someone

    Yes because responsible, law-abiding gun owners are the ones hurting people ... :ohwell:

    In case you're wondering, criminals love people who think like you.

    I like you! :flowerforyou:

    Why is it we can be trusted with driving a car, sharp kitchen knives, using a chainsaw - but carry a gun (with training and a license to do so) and all of a sudden we're raving lunatics who might hurt someone? Puh-leeze. :tongue:
  • fly_butterfly
    fly_butterfly Posts: 35 Member
    I just want to read the responses.

    *Grabs popcorn* (Butter free of course!) :wink:
  • Doodlewhopper
    Doodlewhopper Posts: 1,018 Member
    Only in the United States of America! ;)


    This! So glad I live in Canada where I don't have to worry about encountering people carrying guns while just out and about.....

    Yeah right.

    Canada VS US Crime Stats
    Assault Victims
    Can .... 2.3% .... US.... 1.2% .... **DOUBLE**
    Ranked 5th. 92% more than United States Ranked 11th.

    Rape Victims Canada VS US Crime Stats
    Rape victims Can .... 0.8% .... US 0.4% .... **DOUBLE**
    Ranked 8th. 100% more than United States Ranked 13th.

    Canada VS US Crime Stats
    Total crime victims Can....23.8%.... US.... 21.1%
    Ranked 7th. 13% more than United States Ranked 15th.

    http://www.nationmaster.com/compare/Canada/United-States/Crime
  • willnorton
    willnorton Posts: 995 Member
    DEVILWHITEROSE !!!!!!!!! GREAT GREAT GREAT..... WOW>>>> a great North Carolina woman who has a brain... Im a retired police officer from Hendersonville Police Dept...(31 years)...

    Its so cool to see people who realize that this world has gone to heck in a hand basket.....

    Im so glad you take the attitude you do.... of course as a retired cop, I never leave home without it!.....i have a gun on me or beside me 24 hours a day .... my good friend Ed Davenport said its better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it....

    one word of advice and i know you know this.... make yourself so familiar with your gun and never be afraid to use it...know your states (my state) laws.... I love it...

    the two things i will suggest to you is what i do.... # 1 is a necklace holster...I carry a North American Arms 22 Magnum in a necklace holster...its a hard plastic holster that the gun clips in to...its easy to get to and no one knows its there..... 5 shots of 22 magnum will absolutely ruin someones day...

    #2 is a fanny pack that is made as a holster....it is easy and would not move on you ...it would be like it was not there... I carry my Kel-Tec PF -9 in that...... I live in Florida now so i dont ever wear long pants...i never liked ankle holsters...very cumbersome to get to......

    google "carry concealed holsters" and you can get some other ideas ...Im actually looking at a bandaleer (sp) holster to put under my t shirt... it looks like it might work....

    not sure what kind of gun you have but always remember the saying... NEVER TAKE A KNIFE TO A GUN FIGHT..
    that is just a good overall saying to remember...always be prepared...

    one last thing... Im very proud of you.... pay no attention to the people who freak on here not believing someone would dare carry a gun......running...i worked 31 years as a policeman and investigated so many crimes where a female was assaulted and worse and had no way of fighting back.... you are smart...
    have a great day!
  • Its_All_Gongfu
    Its_All_Gongfu Posts: 43 Member
    haha I don't think liberals are going to come near this thread with a 10 foot pole. It fact I think they are all hiding in a cave right about now smoking a joint. I hope you didn't scare off 47% of the Americans on MyFitnessPal.

    Bringing politics into a clear-cut discussion about self-defense tactics and pistol carry methods is useless.

    Pigeonholing, generalization and blanket statements have no value.

    Intelligent, pragamatic people recognize the need for self defense.

    The smartest ones actually cultivate it as an art form.....

    This holds true no matter whom they decide to vote for.
  • Rottnme
    Rottnme Posts: 167 Member
    +1 on the fanny pack but get one specifically built for CC. They are relatively inexpensive, can go over any clothing, fit snugly, and open in a flash. I would stear away from ankle holsters for many reasons, like having to stop running and then bend over to access your weapon from cover when you are already under immenent attack (that 3 seconds could mean your life), not to mention the added weight and possible discomfort while running. I would also look to something that either either retains the weapon very tightly (so it can't wiggle loose while running) or that has some sort of retention snap or closure.

    I would suggest going to a couple of local gun shops and discussing with them. Along with the multiple advantages to having a relashionship with your local FFL, you may be able to have them order one, or a few, items that you could try out in the shop before commiting to a purchase. In all cases, in my experience, cheap is cheap so I would stear clear of ebay and the like unless you know exactly what you are getting. Ask yourself this, "How much is my life worth to me and mine?", chances are that the extra $50 or whatever is worth it. You could also visit your local police department to discuss with some of the officers, they are typically very helpful as well as experienced with daily, often round the clock, carry.

    No matter what you get, practice, practice, practice. The motions involved to defend yourself need to become a muscle memory reaction (it is said that this often takes a person between 3k and 5k repetitions to learn). The more you practice the better able to defend yourself you will be should the unfortunate need arise.
  • BrandiBoo84
    BrandiBoo84 Posts: 110 Member
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