A classic example of an idea that was born spur-of-the-moment in the meeting room and escaped. The proposition was simple, "What if we made the DIY IDEA Rig from Escape from Tarkov but made it not suck?" A few months later and the realization that you can't get the official Tarkov rig anymore and here we are.
What we did different was start from scratch but keep the soul of the IDEA rig intact — It's the same poly composite tarp fabric as a certain swedish furniture store's iconic totes (but far thicker and sturdier), and the rig carries the classic motifs right over from the game.
Then, we moved on to improvements. The silhouette of our rig is inspired by the more contemporary "Chicom" style webbings on the market with its octagonal base panel and 4 mag cell configurations. The OG was much larger, more awkward, and with no magazine retention.
The mag cells snugly carry standard capacity mags from AR & AKM platforms with ease, and anything similar in size to those will work too. The shock cord retention was much needed as the original rig had almost comically loose pouches, and we added extra-large tabs to move the shock cord easily even with the use of thick gloves. The pouches have added reinforcement with our custom-run "IDEA" webbing nylon for added durability.
Lastly, the nylon for the shoulder harness and back strap is extra-wide and more comfortable than this wacky rig has any right to be. One size fits most here, we based it off measurements of our best-selling surplus & new production chest rigs.
The result is something so high quality we can barely laugh at its hilarious looks. It's actually comfortable and functional, not just a joke piece. And at a price that matches some canvas "Chicoms" on the market, we've achieved Slavic perfection...
Specs
IDEA Chest Rig
Camo be damned when im dripping this hard, but on a real note, It's thicker than a Snicker, or an IKEA bag; it's comfortable. It's something that will make the cadre pout in rage and envy as he looks down at his multicam. Honestly its higher quality than I expected; however, Kommandostore never fails at exceeding expectations.
holds the AR mags well.
Wear a shirt, something to absorb the sweat on a hot day.
Not so gentle on the nipples!
I am very determined scav now. Great success.
Great construction, all the threads are secured, and the mag pouches work. Couldn't ask for much more
This rig carries magazines so efficiently that I begin conducting risk assessments whenever I leave the house. Mailbox? Chokepoint. Driveway? Avenue of approach. Dog walker? Unknown contact. Kommandostore didn't sell me gear—they sold me an entire operational mindset.
