Retention Collection: What Gear Is Included?
By LOYAL TO THE MISSION | Published: 2026-10-24
Category: Buying Guides
Discover what's inside the Retention Collection, a multi-application kit for organizing gear on plate carriers, chest rigs, and more. Learn how to use its components effectively.
Quick answer
The Retention Collection is a multi-application kit with two 20-inch shock cord lengths and two MOLLE retainer plates, designed to secure items like PTTs, cables, antennas, tourniquets, and chem sticks on your plate carrier or chest rig.
Why a dedicated retention kit?
Standard MOLLE webbing is great for pouches but not for loose items like cables, PTTs, or tourniquets. A retention kit provides dedicated elastic and plates to keep those items from snagging or falling off during movement.
The Retention Collection fills this gap without requiring you to buy separate components or modify your gear permanently.
Trade-offs to consider
The kit does not include fixed pouches or hook-and-loop panels. If you need a rigid storage solution, you'll need to pair it with pouches or a different system.
Shock cord can lose tension over time with heavy or repeated use. The included 1/8-inch cord is versatile but not load-rated for heavy items like a full water bottle.
How to decide if the Retention Collection fits your setup
- Use it for cable management: Route PTT cables, antenna wires, or comms leads through the shock cord loops to keep them close to your body and out of the way.
- Use it for medical or emergency items: Secure a tourniquet or chem stick under the shock cord against the retainer plate for quick access without a dedicated pouch.
- Skip it if you need hard storage: If you require a rigid pouch or zippered compartment for fragile or heavy items, choose a dedicated pouch instead of this retention system. The Retention Collection is not a replacement for pouches—it complements them.
Product facts
- Retention Collection: The Retention Collection includes two 20-inch lengths of 1/8-inch shock cord and two MOLLE retainer plates. The shock cord lets you route cables or secure items with tension, while the retainer plates provide a stable anchor point on MOLLE webbing.
Retention Collection
Who should buy the Retention Collection?
Ideal for
- Users who need to organize cables, PTTs, or small medical gear on a plate carrier or chest rig without adding bulk
- Anyone running a minimalist or slick setup who wants to secure loose items with shock cord
Not ideal for
- Users who need rigid, padded, or zippered storage for fragile or heavy items
- Those who prefer dedicated pouches with Velcro or buckle closures for every accessory
