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The ShapeShift Driver Defense: Defensive Driving

The ShapeShift Driver Defense

November 22, 2018 by Travis Pike Leave a Comment

When AlienGear Released the Shapeshift core system I was impressed, four holsters in one was a cool idea. Then they promised expansions and delivered, and keep delivering. From MOLLE Mounts to shoulder rigs the ShapeShift system is continually growing. One of the newest developments is the ShapeShift Driver Defense system. Alien gear sent me, and I’ve been giving it a test drive for lack of a better word.

The ShapeShift Driver Defense
At its core, the Driver Defense system is two straps connected to the ShapeShift’s mounting plate. The straps go around the top portion of your seat and out the bottom. Two simple buckles hold it all in place, and the straps are insanely long to fit most vehicles. They are adjustable. Mounting the entire system took less time than Wu-Tang Clan’s “Protect Your Neck,” took to play. There are no screws or permanent alterations required of your car.

The ShapeShift Driver Defense
Once mounted to install your ShapeShift holster and bam, you have something fun and exciting between your legs. The ShapeShift Driver Defense positions the gun for an easy grip and grab system that keeps a gun where you need it and allows you quick and easy access.

The ShapeShift Driver Defense in Play

This is going to be an awesome choice for road trips. The majority of people carry a gun on their waist for concealed carry. In a seated position it can be tricky to draw from the waist. Some people also find it uncomfortable to keep the gun n the waist when seated, especially for long periods of time.

This system allows you to stow the gun on the seat until you arrive at your destination. Is this useful for a trip to the store? No, but for long commutes and road trips its a fast and comfortable way to carry a gun.

As someone who lives in the middle of nowhere, I travel a good deal, and some guns and some holster just aren’t comfortable over long periods of time. Instead of downsizing my gun, or even worse leaving it at home it can ride in comfort, legally, with easy access. 

The ShapeShift Driver Defense

The Driver Defense Positions the gun right between your legs, and you can adjust the mount to be lower or higher as you please. The ShapeShift mounting system also allows you to adjust for cant if need be.

The ShapeShift Driver Defense

Mounting and removing a ShapeShift holster to or from the Driver Defense system takes only a second or two. The mount has a positive lock that is defeated by pushing a small tab downwards. This makes sure the holster stays where it needs to be.

The ShapeShift Driver Defense
If you are carrying your gun on other expansions that take the full shell, then you can transition the system to the Driver Defense in seconds. Expansions that take the full shell include the paddle design, the leg rig, the backpack adapter, and the MOLLE adapter at the time of this writing.

Beyond the Car

The Driver Defense is designed for vehicles, but it also had no issues fitting over my office chair. This position serves the same purpose to me as the car. It’s more comfortable, easier to reach, and a simple transition to mount a gun to my office chair. The Driver Defense system offers 6 feet worth of straps so with enough imagination there is no telling where you could end up storing this system if you are the creative type.

The ShapeShift Driver Defense

Legalese

Some states may prohibit open carry and consider this open carry in a vehicle or have other odd laws. In Florida, for me to drive in public with this, I have to attach the AlienGear thumb lock. This is an oddity in Florida law, but maybe your state has its quirks. Be aware before you buy if you intend to drive a vehicle in public with this kit.

Defensive Driving

Sometimes it is the most straightforward gear that can impress you. The Driver Defense system is simple, easy to install, and affordable. It gives you another simple addition to the Shapeshift Holster system that’s convenient and serves a genuine purpose.

I’m looking forward to seeing what is next from AlienGear.


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Filed Under: Holsters Tagged With: aliengear, Combat, concealed carry, defense, driving, holster, self defense, ShapeShift, Travis Pike

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Travis Pike Travis Pike is a former Marine Machine gunner who served with 2nd Bn 2nd Marines for 5 years. He deployed in 2009 to Afghanistan and again in 2011 with the 22nd MEU(SOC) during a record setting 11 months at sea. He’s trained with the Romanian Army, the Spanish Marines, the Emirate Marines and the Afghan National Army. He serves as an NRA certified pistol instructor and teaches concealed carry classes.

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