Condor Cyclone or Banshee ????

SuperHog · March 25th, 2014, 13:14

Looking at getting a plate carrier since I don't have one yet.

It has to be light and breathable!

Anyone here have real life experience with the Condor or Banshee? Pros and cons.

http://www.condoroutdoor.com/Condor-US1020-008.aspx

lurkingknight · March 25th, 2014, 13:24

I've found condor stuff to be heavier than the higher end stuff.. if you can deal with the weight and you're on a budget... condor isn't bad.. it fills the need.

If you got scratch to drop on the nice stuff, it definitely is nicer. The banshee isn't terribly expensive vs say like lbt.

I haven't seen that exact carrier, but my experience with condor has been ok with the bits I used and what my friends use.

hot_shot under fire · March 25th, 2014, 13:34

I have experience with both. Go Banshee or go home.

As stated above, Condor is heavy. Not to mention the quality of their gear is fairly crappy, especially compared to that of TAG, LBT, Crye, EI, BFG and all of those other hard-hitting tactical gear companies.

When looking at the price difference between the Banshee and let's say the Condor MOPC, it's an easy choice for the Banshee especially if you can find one that is lightly used for a fraction of the price.

In my own opinion, the gears durability is more important then the price. Sadly that means that the price is typically higher, but it's worth it when you can have one vest with a lifetime warranty vs something that MIGHT last 5 years if you're lucky.

thebreadbandit. · March 25th, 2014, 13:48

Vote toward the Banshee. Quality, weight, fit, etc. is all superior to the Conderp made gear. You won't regret it.

SuperHog · March 25th, 2014, 16:07

Well, the LBX 0094 caught my eye.

LBX 0094 (Similar to LBT 6094A) [The Locker] Airsoft Evike.com - YouTube

DesertFox Airsoft: LBX 0094 Plate Carrier Review and Comparison to LBT 6094. - YouTube

redneck12 · March 25th, 2014, 16:37

I have the Cyclone and have used a buddy's Banshee, they are almost identical in build. The Cyclone is USA made and definitely a step above the rest of the Condor line up in terms of quality. I have worn mine at work, and at games for 5 months now and no sign of wear yet.

SuperHog · March 25th, 2014, 16:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by redneck12

I have the Cyclone and have used a buddy's Banshee, they are almost identical in build. The Cyclone is USA made and definitely a step above the rest of the Condor line up in terms of quality. I have worn mine at work, and at games for 5 months now and no sign of wear yet.

I haven't tried wearing a vest at work, yet?

redneck12 · March 25th, 2014, 17:29

It's better quality and comfier than the vest I was issued, bonus I can use it for airsoft lol

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March 25th, 2014, 13:14	#1
SuperHog Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Toronto, Ontario	Condor Cyclone or Banshee ???? Looking at getting a plate carrier since I don't have one yet. It has to be light and breathable! Anyone here have real life experience with the Condor or Banshee? Pros and cons. http://www.condoroutdoor.com/Condor-US1020-008.aspx

March 25th, 2014, 13:24	#2
lurkingknight "bb bukakke" KING! Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Ottawa	I've found condor stuff to be heavier than the higher end stuff.. if you can deal with the weight and you're on a budget... condor isn't bad.. it fills the need. If you got scratch to drop on the nice stuff, it definitely is nicer. The banshee isn't terribly expensive vs say like lbt. I haven't seen that exact carrier, but my experience with condor has been ok with the bits I used and what my friends use. __________________ I futz with V2s, V3s and V6s. I could be wrong... but probably, most likely not, as far as I know. Last edited by lurkingknight; March 25th, 2014 at 13:27..

March 25th, 2014, 13:34	#3
hot_shot under fire AKA M700murder Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Kingsville, On	I have experience with both. Go Banshee or go home. As stated above, Condor is heavy. Not to mention the quality of their gear is fairly crappy, especially compared to that of TAG, LBT, Crye, EI, BFG and all of those other hard-hitting tactical gear companies. When looking at the price difference between the Banshee and let's say the Condor MOPC, it's an easy choice for the Banshee especially if you can find one that is lightly used for a fraction of the price. In my own opinion, the gears durability is more important then the price. Sadly that means that the price is typically higher, but it's worth it when you can have one vest with a lifetime warranty vs something that MIGHT last 5 years if you're lucky. __________________ NSWDG Enthusiast, Milsim Junkie, Tactical Tailor, Kit Calibrator. The rants & ramblings of an everyday Weekend Warrior. #BreacherOnPoint

March 25th, 2014, 13:48	#4
thebreadbandit. Trader rating Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: London, ON	Vote toward the Banshee. Quality, weight, fit, etc. is all superior to the Conderp made gear. You won't regret it. __________________ velocitatem⠀⠀⠀\|⠀⠀⠀vires⠀⠀⠀\|⠀⠀⠀unitas Instagram: thebreadbandit

March 25th, 2014, 16:07	#5
SuperHog Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Toronto, Ontario	Well, the LBX 0094 caught my eye. LBX 0094 (Similar to LBT 6094A) [The Locker] Airsoft Evike.com - YouTube DesertFox Airsoft: LBX 0094 Plate Carrier Review and Comparison to LBT 6094. - YouTube Last edited by SuperHog; March 25th, 2014 at 16:53..

March 25th, 2014, 16:37	#6
redneck12 Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Peterborough	I have the Cyclone and have used a buddy's Banshee, they are almost identical in build. The Cyclone is USA made and definitely a step above the rest of the Condor line up in terms of quality. I have worn mine at work, and at games for 5 months now and no sign of wear yet.

March 25th, 2014, 17:29	#8
redneck12 Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Peterborough	It's better quality and comfier than the vest I was issued, bonus I can use it for airsoft lol

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