Counter Assault Bear Deterrent Spray Holster
This durable nylon holster keeps your canister of Counter Assault Bear Deterrent spray (sold separately) secure and within easy reach while you travel in bear country.
- Attaches easily to belts and packs
- Hook-and-loop closure flap secures bear deterrent spray from slipping out of the holster
- Designed to carry either the 8.1 fl. oz. (230g) or 10.2 fl. oz. (290g) canister of Counter Assault Bear Deterrent spray (sold separately)
Imported.
View all Counter Assault Bear Spray| Best Use | Hiking Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Material(s) | Nylon |
| Dimensions | 2 x 9 inches |
| Weight | 1.3 ounces |
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Simple+Durable+Cheap=Awesome
I've had two for TEN YEARS (2006-2016), and they have just now finally wore out. (The velcro on the flap on one has fallen out (gone bald, so to speak), and no longer holds. The elastic on the flap on the other one is so stretched that it won't stay on the spray can. 12 bucks. 10 years. PS: Carry it on your pack on the sternum strap. The small strap goes right through, and it's right there when you need it.
Only fits the 8.1 oz cannister
I bought both sizes of canister, and while the 8.1 oz can fits perfectly (earning the two stars), the 10.2 oz Counter Assault simply cannot be forced into this holster without using tools to stretch the fabric (therefore taking away 3 stars). I hoped it would then stretch out into a proper size, but it's still too tight and I need both hands and some moments to force it out. It's a fatal flaw (if you're being attacked by a bear) to try to carry the 10.2 can in this holster (if you even can get it in) because you'll be mauled before you can pull it out o use it. The description should read, "for 8.1 oz size only". I don't believe that REI, whom I've always trusted, ever tried this with the 10.2 oz can for themselves, else they would agree with me.
Had this on and glad I did
Was on the trail and a Black Bear decided to come running down the trail at us. I was able to pull the canister out of the holster quickly and have the spray ready in seconds. Luckily the bear stopped some yards from us and moved off the trail. But it was reasuring that I could have the canister at the ready that quickly. I now carry it on my belt even on many day hikes.
Bad stitching
Upon receiving I was surprised to find the top belt loop stitching only 50% intact and basically ready to unravel with any force. There is no functional purpose to this item without a secure loop. For the price I would expect better quality right out of the box.
Retention strap good, belt loop is NOT HI enuff
GOOD: Has a retention strap to go over the canister. BAD: the belt loop needs to be higher up, lowering the canister, if you are wearing a backpack (as I imagine most users will be).
needs carabiner
Holds bear spray, I had to get carabiner to easily attach to belt.
It works
I’ve only had this a short while but it works well so far. Contrary to what another reviewer found I had no problem putting the 10.2 oz bear spray in this holste.
This thing is essential if you're carrying spray
I've pulled bear spray on bears a couple times using this holster. It just slides right out when needed and stays put when it's supposed to.
Essential holster for spray
I should have gotten this with purchase of canister, but forgot. Pretty much essential for my style of carrying bear spray on my pack hip belt. Holster works great, easy to get at spray, but secure from falling out accidentally. Accommodates both sizes of canister.
Not as pictured
I bought this in an REI Store because it was the last one left for miles around. However when I got it home I noticed it was not as pictured on their web site. It basically looks just like a cup, there is no attachment that goes over a bear spray canister. However it does hold my bear spray snug enough to not have it fall out when bending over. Still it should be as pictured.