Back in 2016, Ferro
Concepts released their tactical solution to the ‘bumbag’ (to us Brits or the
‘fanny pack’ to our American cousins) – The DANGLER pouch which took the
airsoft community by storm, but at £42.50 a pop and with limited availability
due to popularity they were hard to come by. To combat this, multiple companies
including TMC and Warrior Assault Systems created their own versions of the
much loved pouches and now Viper Tactical have also joined the running with
their own affordable ‘SCROTE’ pouch!
It is a tactical
fanny-pack pouch Velcro attachment for plate carriers and chest rigs that has
webbing straps on each side and a Velcro ID panel on the front for all of your
favourite patches! As well as looking good it’s also super utilitarian - inside
the pouch it has elasticated internal loop holders and a Velcro front internal
pouch to keep all your bits and bobs safe during gameplay. I use mine to store
my .209 primers and impact grenade accessories during games so they are easy to
reach in a hurry. It has a Viper firm draw zip puller to give the user more
grip whilst unzipping/zipping the pouch closed especially when wearing gloves
or when your hands are wet/cold.
Unlike the Ferro
DANGLER, the SCROTE has a panel of Velcro on the back of the pouch as well
which helps keep the Velcro tab tidy when the pouch is in storage and it means
the pouch is a little more versatile and is able to be used as a loop belt
attachment rather than a drop pouch. Whilst it is being used as a drop pouch
however it does offer some protection for your lower stomach if like me you
wear JPCs and other small plate carriers.
Admittedly one of my
favourite things about the SCROTE pouch is the name, it’s a tongue-in-cheek nod
to the pouches protective properties.
It is available in a
great range of colours including: VCam, black, green, coyote and titanium so
there is a colour to suit most loadouts. It is stocked at most Viper retailers
in the UK and the best part? It retails for around £11! This is fantastic news
for those who want the look of Gucci kit on a budget or have multiple loadouts
to fill with pouches.
Overall, I think
Viper have done a great job with the SCROTE pouch: it is affordable – giving
more players access to that Gucci kit look, has a great look, is a useful
addition to any loadout because of its utilitarian qualities and of course the
added protection it offers the end user. It is a great addition to their 2018
catalogue and is really in tune with what the players want – well done Viper!
Hardwick, K. (2018). VIPER 'SCROTE' POUCH. Airsoft Action. 90 (August), 69.
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