6x6 vs 6x8, ceramic vs poly, cummerbund fit: everything you need to choose side plates that actually protect the lateral cardiac gap. Updated May 2026.
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Learn exactly where front and back plates should sit, how tight the cummerbund needs to be, and 5 mobility tests that confirm a proper plate carrier fit.
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Find the best plate carrier for women in 2026. Learn how female fit differs, which NIJ plates to choose, sizing tips, top picks including RMA Defense FSAPI, and U.S. legality.
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Open-top, bungee, or flap? Pick the right mag pouch for your plate carrier in 3 steps: retention, material (500D–1000D nylon), and MOLLE column count. 2026 guide.
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Body armor should sit with the top plate edge at your sternal notch. 7 fit checks, common mistakes, and sizing tips for plate carriers — updated May 2026.
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Plate carrier sizing for big and tall guys: cummerbund range, shoulder travel, side-plate fit, plus 3 picks (Testudo, Shellback SF, Spartan Sentinel) for 2026.
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