what could go wrong?

[275RLTW]

With everything that has happened in the past few months, it doesn't take a genius to figure out that running down the street in an urban area wearing Tactical Gear is not a very smart idea.

Now, out there in BFE Weld County, I'm sure the livestock and other barnyard critters could care less what you wore while running down the dirt roads.

Again, if you have NO EXPERIENCE with this, then you are just talking out your ass so I'll clue you in. A guy doing PT in running gear with a vest on is not an indicator or red flag for police, especially if he really wants to make it obvious by wearing his reflective belt on his gear to let them know he is excercising and not running away from a scene. Do you honestly think the OP was going to wear full gear including ACU's, vest, boots, holster, helmet, etc... and go running like mad through the middle of the streets? I've run through downtown Ft. Collins, Loveland, Denver, and other cities across the country with my vest for various events as well as just doing PT without any issues.

Bob, do us all a favor and come back when you've acquired some sense and experience.

[DD977GM2]

With everything that has happened in the past few months, it doesn't take a genius to figure out that running down the street in an urban area wearing Tactical Gear is not a very smart idea.

Now, out there in BFE Weld County, I'm sure the livestock and other barnyard critters could care less what you wore while running down the dirt roads.

+1

Since July I have curtailed open carry and for the reasons mention by Bob.
Why bring unwanted attention. The anti or non-gun community are stupid and
freak out over nothing. The time is not the best of times to be drawing unwanted
attention to us right now. I can not see any positive outcome from some tool calling 911
because there is a man in tactical gear and possibly a fully automatic F/A 18 fighter plane strapped
to their back.

colofcw you are giving to much credit to the non gun community for not blowing this out of proportion.

[Fmedges]

so, I've been out of the Army for 3 months now... packed on a few pounds enjoying not doing PT anymore, but the fun is over and I've started PT every morning again.

1. The Elevation here SUCKS.... my lungs feel like they are going to explode from my chest.

I would like to start ruck marching/running again and this is where my "what could go wrong" question comes from. Obviously marching with my weapon is now a no-go.... but having my IOTV/ruck on, is there any laws I am breaking? Mainly speaking about having my IOTV on......

Need a partner? I've been thinking about doing this to get my fat ass in shape

[bogie]

You can get one of those running weight vests. Some are adjustable and go over 100 lbs in weight.

[NMB2]

I think you are asking for problems, you will be stopped and questioned before you make the first trip around the block.
You would draw less attention in a spandex running suit, wrist & ankle weights and a back pack.

You think? There are installations here, I would think a cop would know better than to harass a soldier that's obviously working out. Not really concerned with being harassed if what I'm doing is legal though.

I used to do it in Washington all of the time, but Ft. Lewis was right there and a heavy mil presence. Cops wouldn't even look twice at you.

Need a partner? I've been thinking about doing this to get my fat ass in shape

I'm down.

You can get one of those running weight vests. Some are adjustable and go over 100 lbs in weight.

I looked at those. Not willing to spend the money when I have what I need.

Besides, it doesn't simulate having full battle rattle on.

I was mainly concerned on whether this crazy town had laws against wearing body armor lol. I wouldn't be surprised.

[SideShow Bob]

If you were down in CS, or even near Buckley AFB I would think no problems, but after that jerk at the Aurora theater, someone running down the street wearing "body armor"( as all the news outlets called a Tac. vest), you will get plenty of suspicious person calls to your local police.

Keep us informed after your first outing running down the street in Tac gear goes.

[NMB2]

If you were down in CS, or even near Buckley AFB I would think no problems, but after that jerk at the Aurora theater, someone running down the street wearing "body armor"( as all the news outlets called a Tac. vest), you will get plenty of suspicious person calls to your local police.

Keep us informed after your first outing running down the street in Tac gear goes.

10-4

[KestrelBike]

I'd throw on a huge reflector vest (whatever size will fit over your gear) and that should be enough to let it be known you're not trying to storm the USPS.

[ray1970]

I'm confused. Who the hell actually wants to exercise?

[NMB2]

Did it today.

a few people looked at me and waved.... a few looked and stared, but no cops.