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Maxx-Dri Vest 5.0 - Stay Cooler & Drier Wearing Body Armor in All Seasons

Maxx-Dri Vest 5.0 - Stay Cooler & Drier Wearing Body Armor in All Seasons

Maxx-Dri Vest 5.0 -

We guarantee it! Enjoy our 90-day, no-strings-attached trial, plus lifetime warranty against defects. Based on 10 years of user feedback, Maxx-Dri Vest 5.0 maximizes ventilation/air flow between your base layer and body armor, keeping you cool, dry, odor-free, itch-free, rash-free—more focused and safe not only in hot, humid weather, but in all seasons. It’s also amazingly adjustable and comfortable to wear.

We guarantee it! Enjoy our 90-day, no-strings-attached trial, plus lifetime warranty against defects. Based on 10 years of user feedback, Maxx-Dri Vest 5.0 maximizes ventilation/air flow between your base layer and body armor, keeping you cool, dry, odor-free, itch-free, rash-free—more focused and safe not only in hot, humid weather, but in all seasons. It’s also amazingly adjustable and comfortable to wear.

Original price $ 129.00 - Original price $ 129.00
Original price
$ 129.00
$ 129.00 - $ 129.00
Current price $ 129.00
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Due to huge demand some sizes are temporarily back-ordered until Sept.10, 2024. Because these are first-come-first-serve, please consider ordering now and we'll work to ship your order ASAP. Thank you for your patience with us!

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Domestic + International Shipping

DOMESTIC SHIPPING

Domestic First Class Package Shipping normally ships for receipt within 5-10 business days. Saturdays, Sundays and holidays are not considered business days. Expect an extended delivery date when:

  • Merchandise requires personalization
  • Merchandise is shipped direct from the manufacturer
  • Merchandise is of an irregular size or weight 
  • Merchandise is on back order from the manufacturer
  • Shipment is destined for a U.S. Territory or Possession
  • USPS is experiencing delays due to unexpected circumstances 

If you required more trackable and quick delivery, please select UPS Ground. Extra charge will apply. 

In the case of a backorder, all items may be delayed until all items are available for shipment.

We recommends providing a street address for shipping since using a P.O. Box address may result in a delay. Deliveries to APO/FPO and P.O. Boxes will be shipped via United States Postal Service at Standard rates. Select Standard Shipping at checkout. Allow for extended delivery times.

INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING

First Class International Package is the most affordable shipping option but please be aware that it may take between 4 - 10 weeks for delivery depending on your location. 

There may be delays due to Increased volume and carrier’s reduced capabilities to handle packages related to COVID-19. Please allow more time in consideration of current situation. 

All prices on our site are in US dollars. Your credit card company will bill you with your local currency at the current exchange rate.

When ordering outside of United States of America, the recipient is responsible for assuring the product can be legally imported to the destination country.

The recipient is the importer of record and must comply with all laws and regulations of the destination country. The recipient of an international shipment may be subject to import taxes, customs duties and fees, which are imposed once a shipment reaches the recipient's country. Additional charges for customs clearance must be fulfilled by the recipient. 221B Tactical has no control over these charges, nor can predict what they may be.

Customs, duties, and taxes are non-refundable: so a shipment that is refused because of unexpected import fees, the cost of the original shipping and any return shipping charges will not be refunded. Customs policies vary widely from country to country; you should contact your local customs office for more information. When customs clearance procedures are required, it can cause delays beyond our original delivery estimates.

To avoid a delay in receiving your order from customs, we strongly suggest:

  • Providing a phone number where you can be reached by customs when your product arrives. This phone number will be listed on the commercial invoice so customs can reach you to clear your order.
  • Please do not refuse a shipment or ignore requests from carriers regarding duty and/or tax liability charges. Be aware that most carriers will hold a shipment for 5 days after arrival in your country before they return it to the sender.

We do not refund original shipping charges for goods that are refused for delivery at customs.

If you have any shipping questions regarding your order, please contact us: Support@221btactical.com

free returns

Returns & Exchanges

Return Policy

221B Tactical has a 30-day returns and exchanges policy except for Body Armor products and Watches.  You may return your merchandise to 221B Tactical within 30 days upon the receipt of your product. Refunds will be applied to the original credit card used at the time of purchase.

Clothing/Apparel can not be returned or exchanged after they have been worn for any reason other than fitting. They can not be returned or exchanged after washing. If you find that size does not fit, please do not wear them again and contact us immediately for return or exchange. Underwear can not be returned for any reason and are Final Sale.

Postage will be refunded on returns due to defective merchandise or an error in shipping.  Postage will not be refunded on returns or requests for size exchanges.  In the event that the style being returned is no longer available for exchange, a product of equal value may be offered. 

221B Tactical will only honor returns on orders placed directly with www.221btactical.com.  

221B Tactical will not honor returns on merchandise purchased at outside retail locations.  No returns or exchanges will be accepted for products purchased from unauthorized sellers. Please contact that seller directly.  

Return and exchange shipping charges will only be covered by 221B Tactical in the event of an exchange of a defective product or a shipping error.

Please be sure to follow washing and handling instructions carefully.  We at 221B Tactical take great care to offer you the best quality products.  We ask that you please do your part to follow the washing instructions carefully to protect your investment and to avoid voiding your warranty. Thank you. 

 

To Make a Return or Exchange

1) Email us at support@221btactical.com and explain the reason for exchange or return to obtain authorization for return or exchange.
2) Please put your order number as attention.

We recommend using UPS to ship your return.  If sending via regular mail we recommend insuring your parcel.  Mail returns to:

Attn: Order#
221B Tactical
43 West 33rd Street
Room 501 
New York NY 10001

Thank you!

10 YEARS AND 300,000 CUSTOMERS

Maxx-Dri Vest ("MDV") is a revolutionary product that makes wearing body armor more bearable. Some 300,000 police, military, and other wearers of body armor have embraced Maxx-Dri Vest since we launched version 1.0 a decade ago as the flagship product in the founding of 221B Tactical. On the 10th Anniversary of MDV, we launch the newest and best, the 5th generation Maxx-Dri Vest 5.0.

MDV’s many thousands of ecstatic reviews testify that it not only works: It works brilliantly. Many MDV users call it, "a game changer!"

"It Really Works. The vest itself is quite lightweight, but very well made....I tried it outdoors a few times in the Florida heat with a plate carrier and plates and the stand off it provided really does make the difference in keeping you a bit cooler. Definitely worth the money if you live in a warm environment." —Guy McCardle Jr. (May 3, 2024)

MDV’s patented ultra-lightweight 3D material separates your base-layer shirt from your body armor vest. We call this, "creating a layer of space” between your armor and your body. It lets the body breathe under the armor. Heat and perspiration can get out, and fresh air can come in. In hot weather, you stay cool. In cold weather, you don’t freeze from frozen sweat after going in and out of cars and buildings. MDV 5.0 makes wearing body armor much more bearable.

"I was skeptical at first but after wearing the vest I highly recommend. I showed my sheriff and deputies and the department is now buying everyone one of these vests." —Danny Gross (May 6, 2024)

"As someone who was doing Armed Security and now a LEO, I wanted to let anyone reading this that is was worth every penny. It was affordable, built with great materials, easy to wear, and best of all, my vest no longer smells!!!!!" —Customer (April 6, 2024)

 

MDV 5.0 GIVES MDV BENEFITS ON STEROIDS:

MORE ADJUSTABLE, MORE VENTILATION

Maxx-Dri Vest 5.0 provides greater comfort in both hot and cold weather, with these five improvements over v4.0 and all other versions:

1) Removable Side Straps. In v4.0, the side straps are permanently attached to the back of the vest and attach to the front with hook-and-loop material. This doesn’t work for everyone. Many users cut the strap off. They want to quickly throw the vest on, throw the body armor on top of that, and make all adjustments with the armor vest. With v5.0, the side straps attach to both front and back with hook-and-loop, and can be completely removed.

2) Greater Adjustability of Side Straps. Because the side straps are now fastened with hook-and-loop material on both ends, they can be length-adjusted on each end. This makes the vest fully adjustable. It provides more (or less) length to adjust for girth and enables you to vary that from one side to the other.

3) Less Movement, Better Stability. To better keep your armor in place, to keep it from shifting, we added non-slip grip material to the front as well as the back of MDV 5.0. On v4.0, this grip material is only on the back. Note that this all-around grip material is helpful if you want to remove the side straps.

4) Upgraded Material. The patented material is now 1.5mm thicker than on v4.0, expanding the layer of space between your body and your armor. In addition, the holes in the honeycomb weave are now larger, so more air gets through.

5) Extended Coverage. We’ve extended the length of the material along the torso and rib cage by one inch on each side. This gives you more coverage under your armor: More heat and moisture escaping. More air flow. More total ventilation.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS:

  • Machine Wash Cold, Gentle Cycle, or,
  • Hand-Wash
  • Drip-Dry or Hang-Dry (no automatic dryer)

"WISH I'D KNOWN ABOUT THIS SOONER"

We hear this a lot from customers who are incredulous at how well Maxx-Dri really works.

90-DAY FREE TRIAL

We make this promise: Try Maxx-Dri Vest 5.0 for 90 days and if you don’t love it, for any reason, we’ll pay the return shipping and issue your refund.

LIFETIME GUARANTEE

Made from a highly durable polymer with triple- reinforced stitching, Maxx-Dri Vest is nearly indestructible. It comes with a lifetime 100-percent money-back guarantee against breakdowns from manufacturing defects. It's been on the market for several years now and customers report that it still looks and works like new. You should have it for life.

MULTI-PURCHASE DISCOUNTS

Even though Maxx-Dri Vest may last a lifetime, you can buy more than one for convenience, or to give as gifts. We offer these discounts (enter the code at checkout):

3-4 vests, 10% off: MDV10
5-49 vests, 15% off: MDV15
50+ vests: Contact sales@221btactical.com


"Don’t leave home without it!" —Joseph N. (Apr. 16, 2021)

          


Customer Reviews

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Mike Kushman
Top Notch

Far superior to the previous vented type of protection I used to wear underneath my carrier. Vastly more breathable. More comfortable. More lightweight. A lot less warmth built up. Better in every way.

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Anthony Salguero
I sweat less

This vest helps stay cooler. I still sweat but, my shirt doesn't stick to my ballistic vest like before. It's not too thick which doesn't make my uniform shirt look too bulky. I can definitely tell the difference. My inner vest was a lot more hot and humid before purchasing the maxx dri vest. I would recommend it for anyone who has a similar issue.

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Ross Pierson
Passes the Smell Absorbing Test

I bought this vest after going through the hot summer and finishing my work shift with my shirt smelling beyond the high heavens from sweat and whatever other smells it accentuated. Unfortunately, I haven’t had the opportunity to wear the vest in extreme heat and I have only had it for three weeks now, but I have to say it’s great with with keeping my duty shirt becoming soaked from sweat. The vest seems to absorb the odor from what would accumulate on my duty shirt and doesn’t stink anymore after each shift. The vest itself does become a little smelly, but an easy and simple solution to that I throw it in the washing machine (not sure if that’s recommended by the manufacturer). However, I have a clean smell free vest. The only downside was that I had to readjust my ballistic vest to allow for additional breathing space for the vest ( no big deal). I highly recommend the vest and very happy with it.

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Karen Peters
Nice vest

We bought it for our daughter who is a Sheriff's Deputy. She really likes it. Keeps her comfortable .while working. She has had several other officers ask her about it. So now we are getting one for our son

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Garrett Ogawa
Good Product

Good and light weight.