ryoder 1,590 #76 March 7, 2011 I'm sure your size made it easier to convince them. "There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #77 March 7, 2011 Quote I'm sure your size made it easier to convince them. I had a small shiny "button" with me that helped motivate them.Although after showing the "button" I did reach into the Maxpedition bag that I use for a camera and carry bag for my Kimber. I wasn't really sure how things were going to go. Thankfully the illegals decided to do the right thing and leave, so everyone involved came out ahead. For others who may not know (since I bet John Rich is probably the only other person reading this who has been on that trail), the section of the trail we were on is after coming down a hill and then around a bend where the illegals weren't easily seen until you were right on top of them. The "boss" had a good blind and had a view of the trail to be able to warn his "friends" if a Ranger came down the trail. EDIT: Since some may wonder, here is what I use for a camera/carry bag: http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/catalog/0424b_detail.jpg http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/COLOSSUS-VERSIPACK-4p379.htm--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 3,121 #78 March 7, 2011 Didn't get this from the article: It's still legal to carry openly, correct? (depending on the rules of that particular park of course) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #79 March 7, 2011 I can think of so many Clint Eastwood lines appropriate for the situation. "There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #80 March 7, 2011 QuoteFor others who may not know (since I bet John Rich is probably the only other person reading this who has been on that trail), the section of the trail we were on is after coming down a hill and then around a bend where the illegals weren't easily seen until you were right on top of them. The "boss" had a good blind and had a view of the trail to be able to warn his "friends" if a Ranger came down the trail. Good job! In Boquillos they put their wares unattended on a rock at the overlooks, with a jar into which you drop your payment. They watch from the Mexican side of the river. When a tourist buys something, the Mexicans quickly wade or swim across the river, collect their payment, and then retreat back to their side. Oh, and every once in a while, break into cars parked at trailheads to steal whatever they can. Just finished reading "The Tecate Journal", about a guy that canoed the entire length of the Rio Grande River along the Texas/Mexico border. He's got a lot of stories to tell about scary encounters with dangerous Mexicans, also including a mountain lion, and dead bodies. I'm heading back to that area next week, for a week of hiking on the U.S. side, looking for Indian pictograph sites that I haven't seen before. I'm taking a gun. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #81 March 7, 2011 QuoteI'm heading back to that area next week, for a week of hiking on the U.S. side, looking for Indian pictograph sites that I haven't seen before. I'm taking a gun. Check the bag I linked. There are other variations that also include holders for water bottles and other necessities. It was the most comfortable carry system I've found for day hikes and quick access. (It also helps for me that Lowepro lens cases have connecting straps that happen to fit MOLLE webbing)!--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 16 #82 March 7, 2011 QuoteDidn't get this from the article: It's still legal to carry openly, correct? (depending on the rules of that particular park of course) There is such a mish-mash of laws, but my understanding was that ALL firearms were banned in federal parks up until this law. Otherwise, I would have been happy to open carry way up in the woods. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kennedy 0 #83 March 8, 2011 Yep, they're handy, no doubt about it, but I could never get into the tactical man-purse. Don't get ms wrong, on a long call holding a perimeter or crime scene I'm glad the other guy had it, but I prefer one to sit on my back rather than hip. If it's bigger than a fanny pack, I keep I between my shoulders. My go to pack is a mid size camelback with two liter reservoir and a couple small to medium pouches. It's not made anymore, but it's like a black version of the 2011 Ambush model. The nice part is the side entry pocket that's just right for stashing a medium frame and easy to grab (similar to a sob holster, but no jabs to the kidneys).witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #84 March 8, 2011 I only use it when I'm going to have my camera on me for extended periods of time. Hiking a national park is the latest, spending the day at the State Fair of Texas was another example. Otherwise, a good holster is my preferred method of carry. For "real" work on patrol, I used a chest rig.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rhaig 0 #85 March 8, 2011 I'm contemplating one of these: http://www.lapolicegear.com/maxpedition-sitka-gearslinger.html I need a smaller laptop though. If I'm going to use something like this for every-day carry, I need to put my laptop in it too.-- Rob Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
