Quick answer
Install the Haley Strategic Magazine Bungee Retention Kit by routing the shock cord through your pouch's pull tab and securing it with a knot. Tune the tension so magazines stay in under movement but draw cleanly when needed.
Why a bungee retention kit matters
Without extra retention, standard magazine pouches rely solely on friction. Under hard movement or dynamic positions, magazines can shift or fall out. The Magazine Bungee Retention Kit adds a simple, adjustable cord that holds the magazine body against the pouch, reducing the chance of loss without slowing your reload.
How to install and tune the Magazine Bungee Retention Kit
- 1. Route the shock cord through the pull tab: Thread one end of the 20-inch shock cord through the slot on the included pull tab. Pull a few inches through so you have two equal tails. Common mistake: pulling the cord too far, leaving too little cord on one side to tie a secure knot. Keep both tails roughly equal for balanced tension.
- 2. Pass the pull tab through your pouch's existing pull loop: If your pouch has a pull tab or loop, slide the kit's pull tab through it. For pouches without a loop, you can attach the cord directly to the pouch's webbing or molle ladder. Common mistake: attaching the tab to a weak point that can tear under load. Use the pouch's built-in pull loop if available; it's the strongest attachment point.
- 3. Secure the running ends with a knot: Bring both ends of the shock cord together and tie an overhand knot, leaving enough slack so the cord sits loosely against the magazine when inserted. Common mistake: tying the knot too tight, which prevents the magazine from seating fully or makes it hard to draw. Leave about 1/2 inch of slack for a snug but not crushing fit.
- 4. Test retention with a loaded magazine: Insert a magazine and shake the rig firmly. The magazine should stay in place. If it falls out, tighten the knot by pulling more cord through. If it's hard to draw, loosen the knot. Common mistake: testing with an empty magazine, which is lighter and gives a false sense of security. Always test with a fully loaded magazine to simulate real weight.
- 5. Fine-tune for your specific mags: Different magazine lengths (e.g., 30-round rifle vs 15-round pistol) may need different knot positions. For shorter mags, slide the knot closer to the tab; for longer mags, move it farther away. Common mistake: setting the knot once and never re-adjusting when switching between mag types. Re-tune the knot whenever you change magazine types or add a new pouch.
Product details
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Magazine Bungee Retention Kit: Each kit includes a Pull Tab and 20 inches of MIL-SPEC Shock Cord for retention of all common sized pistol and rifle magazines. The 20-inch length gives you enough cord to work with both short pistol mags and longer rifle mags, and the MIL-SPEC material resists fraying under repeated tension.
Magazine Bungee Retention Kit
