5 Great Ways to Upgrade your Carrier Loadout

POSTED BY Alex William · June 14, 2025 · 4 min read

Standard body armor such as bulletproof gear and accessories have been used to protect police and military personnel on the battlefield. Although the standard armor loadout consists of a bulletproof vest or plate carrier with armor plates, there are also other items you can use to improve your survivability and boost your loadout on the battlefield. Here are some of them.

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Best Body Armor: The Ultimate Buyer's Guide

POSTED BY Robyn Blocker · June 14, 2025 · 18 min read

While vests and plate carriers are well-known, bullet-resistant backpacks and even bulletproof clothing are now on the market. They all follow the same principle: by putting a layer of ultra-strong material between your vitals and a bullet, projectile, or blade.

At Bulletproof Zone, we know it's important to understand such a potentially life-saving piece of equipment before you decide which one to purchase. That's the goal of this guide: we'll help you understand body armor and when to use it for your tactical loadout.

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What is MOLLE? Exploring Its Uses and Benefits in Your Tactical Gear Loadout

POSTED BY Ma. Nicola Hequilan · April 28, 2024 · 6 min read

Forget bulky, one-size-fits-all backpacks. The MOLLE system customizes your gear for any situation. Attach pouches, holsters, and tools as needed, for military missions, hikes, or everyday adventures. Read on to learn the secrets of MOLLE's modularity and why it’s perfect for every use case.

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NIJ Certified vs. NIJ Compliant vs. NIJ Tested/Rated: What's the Difference?

POSTED BY ROBYN BLOCKER · April 01, 2024 · 5 min read

It's important to know the difference between these labels, because when it comes to accountability, genuine NIJ-certified protection is head and shoulders above certain brands that offer NIJ-compliant body armor. Why is that? What exactly does NIJ certification involve that makes it superior? We're diving into these questions today so that you can make the best choice when it comes to potentially life-saving body armor.

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Stop That Bullet! Everyday Bulletproof Items You Didn't Know Existed

POSTED BY ANNE ESGUERRA · February 25, 2024 · 8 min read

Every person, regardless of the type of work or status, will always be prone to danger. Thus, preparation is imperative irrespective of time and place. It is important to always have some form of protection because crimes and other unfortunate incidents can happen anytime. Wearing standard bulletproof vests and plate carriers is one way to do that, just like law enforcement or security personnel. There are many different items out there that you can use to provide protection in different ways. Read this blog to know some of them.

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Buying a Bulletproof Vest? Here's How To Find The Best One

POSTED BY Robyn Blocker · April 25, 2023 · 24 min read

Thinking about buying a bulletproof vest but don't know where to begin? We get it. There are lots of choices to make when it comes to a ballistic vest: concealable or overt? Vest or plate carrier? What about protection level, material, and cost?

You're investing in your safety when buying a piece of body armor. Your choice could be the difference between life and death, so you need to know the answers to these and other questions.

That's what Bulletproof Zone is here for. In this article, we'll set you up with all the information necessary to buy the best bulletproof vest for your needs!

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