Concealed carry while running? Suggestions?

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I saw this story and it made me think (other than reaffirming that Rick Perry is one of my heroes):

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/04/27/AR2010042705323.html

Does anyone on here bring a weapon with them when out for a run? That's probably the only time of my day that I'm not near a gun(s) and this story really made me rethink things. What are some of your experiences with carrying a weapon in this situation? What is the most comfortable, etc.?

Is anyone on here an avid runner and have a good system or comfortable holster suggestion?
 
I have carried a Kel Tec P32 in an ankle holster while running. It doesn't make enough weight difference to me to be a bother. I then moved up to a Fobus paddle holster for it and just open carry it on my side. I started a whole thread on this some time ago in the holsters forum here. I don't know how to link to it, but you might search for it, there were some pretty good responses there. Oh, and as far as open or concealed goes, I live in rural Al. and run down a lonely dirt road surrounded by pine woods, so I don't meet a whole heck of a lot of other people that would care about the gun.
 
if you live in Texas open carry a pump shotgun and get an upper body work out too

fanny pack seems the best idea for your OP
 
Don't think I could do it - even wearing an iPod sometimes annoys me while I'm jogging. But I run on an indoor track, so I'm not real likely to have a coyote problem. ;)

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http://www.511tactical.com/browse/Home/Law-Enforcement/511-Undergear/Tops/Holster-Shirt/D/30100/P/1:100:10000:10800:10801/I/40011

It's a shirt with velcro pockets under the arms, leaving your gun in a position similar to a shoulder holster. I've never tried it personally, but it looks good and there was a thread on THR in which people praised them.

When I turn 21, (and hopefully get my carry permit in New Yorkistan), I'll look into it because as a runner, this is an issue I've thought about for a while.
 
I can't run anymore because of 3 total knee replacements (from running for 20 years) but when I did I carried a Bauer stainless copy of the Baby Browning in 25 ACP in a very small fanny-pac with ID and extra mag.
The third Knee was because I was hit from behind by a drunk driver at a stop sign and broke my leg right above the knee just replaced. Now I go swim 1000 yds every morning to keep my body alive and fresh at 63.
 
http://www.511tactical.com/browse/Ho...:10801/I/40011

It's a shirt with velcro pockets under the arms, leaving your gun in a position similar to a shoulder holster. I've never tried it personally, but it looks good and there was a thread on THR in which people praised them.
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Some people say they're really itchy, but others swear by them. I was thinking about getting one anyway though, so maybe I'll try it out at the gym sometime.

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I have heard of putting an NAA Mini Revolver into an iPod holster. It makes it look like an MP3 player on your arm.
 
I'm not a jogger, but I do take nighttime bike rides several times a week and do a good bit of backpacking. I admit that there is certainly a difference in the dynamics of the these activities as far as CCW is concerned. So perhaps my strategies would not apply, but maybe they would, so I'll chime in.

While backpacking, it's a G20 in a fanny pack. I doubt you'd want to jog with a full size Glock in a fanny pack, but maybe a smaller gun in a fanny pack would work.

While cycling, I carry either my SP101 or Walther PPS IWB in a Supertuck. I don't know from experience, but I'd assume IWB wouldn't be the most comfortable method when jogging.

So perhaps you could combine these two methods. Say... A PPS in a waist pack...? It's light and packs a punch, so maybe it could work.
 
My normal carry gun (M&P9c) in a fanny pack with my wallet and phone. Not terribly comfortable to be honest. I miss my J-frame airweight.
 
If you put a 642 on each ankle, it would add a quad-strengthening workout to the run.
 
I will forgo my diatribe about Rick Perry being one of your heroes to offer what I use.

I run cross country and personally carry a Bersa Thunder .45 in a Maxpadition Fatboy Versipack. It carries my sidearm, my water, snack, iPhone, keys, and everything else I need. Check it out, you just might like it.
 
When I run, I wear running clothes... These items won't support a pistol, especially while running. However, when I choose to carry while running, I usually wear a small Camelbak hydration bladder (not a full-sized daypack), and I place a subcompact Glock inside of the bladder.

Doing so provides me with water (which I always crave while running), and doesn't add enough mass to cause problems with running form (as a full daypack might). Since I'm using a hydration bladder (rather than a full backpack), I typically have to leave the bladder half empty, just to allow room to zip the gun into the bladder pack.

Obviously this doesn't provide you with a quick-draw method for accessing your pistol, but it is still there and available if you find you need it.
 
Regarding the Governor's coyote shooting, Jimmy Kimmel asked incredulously last night on his show, "Who carries a gun while jogging?" - as if that was the most ridiculous thing he'd ever heard.

It never cease to amaze me that the Hollywood types - who are usually surrounded by an entourage - can't imagine an unexpected incident in which a firearm might be useful.

I guess they think that stuff only happens in the movies.
 
If you put a 642 on each ankle, it would add a quad-strengthening workout to the run.
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Make them thigh rigs. I hear weight on the ankles is bad for the ligaments in the knee. ;)
 
I have ran once with my Hi Power in the pocket of my CamelBak. Not fast but it is still there and it is a full size with a lot of capacity. Works great on a bicycle too.
 
3:00hold said:
'Either learn to run or learn to fight, there is no reason to learn both'
Cooperism

Kidding.

Have you thought about one of those fly fishing tackle packs that straps to your chest? For me that would be more comfortable than a fanny pack that bounces around. I'd rather have the weight high. I've run with other things like that.

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/t...ct&cmCat=Related_IPL_321230&id=0065169943640a
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I have been pondering this question as well, and I think I like this idea the best so far.
 
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