However, did you know that The Maxx-Dri Vest isn't just for the Summer and hot weather months? In fact, tens of thousands of sheepdogs wear their Maxx-Dri Vest all year round. Why? Because body armor ventilation is critical to your comfort and safety all year round.

Any seasoned outdoorsman will tell you, in the cold weather winter months, the key to staying warm is staying dry. Moisture is your enemy when battling the winter cold weather while wearing body armor. This is well know among hunters and those in the hunting field. 

After spending 13 years on the job as a full time Police Officer, the thing that bothered me the most while on patrol was how uncomfortable it was to wear body armor. It was somewhat bearable in the winter months. But come the summer time, it was brutal and borderline unbearable. This was a concern from a comfort standpoint but also a safety standpoint.

What does it mean for people who wear body armor who say it’s become so uncomfortable for them to wear?

There's nothing worse than researching a product, reading reviews, speaking to friends about it and finally making the decision to make the purchase...only to have it arrive and not fit! And if it's a product that's designed to keep you...

When it comes to your safety, you should NEVER compromise. That said, something that many of us don't consider when selecting gear is speed and long term comfort. By this we mean how quickly can I get this piece of gear into action effectively and, once in use, how comfortable will I be over an extended period of time?

The Real-World Tactical Signature Edition Shadow Plate Carrier by 221B Tactical was specifically designed to take care of these vital concerns. With features engineered and built in to this one-of-a-kind plate carrier, designed specifically for police patrol officers, SWAT officers and specialty unit officers, The Shadow Plate Carrier was designed with a singular purpose: Keep you comfortable. Let you move fast and free. Keep you ALIVE.