The next area or parts of the tactical plate carriers are the shoulder straps- by which the plate carrier rests on top of the wearer’s collarbones and both shoulders. Tactical Plate carrier vests straps are usually made of durable nylon material that is both adjustable and comfortable.
Each shoulder strap utilizes hook and loop panels to secure the ends of each strap onto the itself- preventing them from loosening after the wearer has adjusted both for proper fit and placement of the plate carrier.
For added comfort and to aid the wearer in experiencing less fatigue and preventing shoulder hot-spots, shoulder straps come with integrated shoulder padding that is both effective in increasing comfort and disperses the load or weight that the wearer holds. This is very important when wearing a heavy plate carrier with both front and back plates, and any required ammunition; grenades; smoke canisters; IFAK; and other essential gear.