Weather is an opportunity, not an excuse.
Preserving dexterity in cold weather while minimizing bulk has been a challenge for armed professionals since the dawn of time. How do you stay warm, alert and safe without weighing yourself down?
Another challenge is protecting the abdominal region without sacrificing mobility. Modern body armor protects the vital organs well, but often leaves the stomach/lower abdominal region exposed.
The IceShield Plus plate carrier hand warmer with optional Level IIIA soft armor insert is the thinnest, flattest, lightest and warmest plate carrier hand warmer available and features a front pocket designed to carry custom-fit Level IIIA Soft Armor by our friends at Premier Body Armor. This unbeatable combination provides incredibly lightweight armor protection in the lower abdominal region that preserves full mobility.
IceShield Plus seamlessly integrates with plate carriers and soft armor vests via a simple and durable hook and loop interface. Designed to be worn behind contemporary hanger/dangler/med/breaching pouches like the Multi-Mission Hanger from Haley Strategic Partners, IceShield Plus delivers abdominal armor protection with unparalleled freedom of movement, facilitating dexterity in frigid conditions for maximum efficiency and readiness.
The IceShield Plus military and law enforcement plate carrier hand warmer also accepts disposable heat packs. Add disposable heat packs in the front and back pockets based on your personal preference, weather conditions, and clothing. IceShield Plus includes a forward-facing Armor Pocket that fits our Level IIIA Soft Armor Insert by Premier Body Armor (click here).
IceShield Plus: "Not a Pocket" since 2018.
Each Package Includes:
- 1 x IceShield Plus: Hand Warmer for Plate Carriers, Soft Armor capable (sold separately, click here for IceShield Plus soft armor insert by Premier Body Armor)
Designed, manufactured, and fulfilled from our Sterling, VA HQ. Not subject to ITAR. US and International Patents Pending.
| Minimalist + Low Profile | High level QBs have one of the toughest requirements combinations for the hands: dexterity, fine motor movements, speed, lightweight, no bulk, and maneuverability in severe/cold weather. IceShield's slim design fits the modularity and low profile demands of Military and Law Enforcement Professionals, keeping you safer, more comfortable and more productive than ever in chilly conditions. |
| Lightweight + Powerful | IceShield Plus protects your hands from cold, wind, and the elements by harnessing ultra-premium PolarTec Insulation Technology. This highly breathable, plush insulation, combined with Hi-Loft Fibers and 2mm Neoprene, retains heat with incredible efficiency, preserving dexterity for maximum readiness and utility. |
| Compatible | Thanks to the back side hook and front side loop fields, IceShield can easily be worn behind most Hanger Pouches and is compatible with many gun belts like the Crye Precision Modular Riggers Belt. |
Specs and Details
- Dimensions: 8.25" by 11.5" by 0.25"
- Armor Pocket fits up to 5"x8" armor inserts (Armor Express 5x8 Ara-Shock Level IIIA shown)
- Weight: 13 oz.
- Materials: Neoprene, PolarTec Insulation Technology, Multicam
- Construction: Precision die-cut weather-resistant sealed zipper access port for Heat Packs, heat transfer Qore Performance logo
- Water-resistant YKK Zippers
- Color-keyed hook/loop multi-purpose interface
Bulk Unit/Agency/Corporate Orders: For 100 units or more, please email us with your Unit/Agency/Company in the Subject line from your official email account (personal email addresses will not be processed) and a representative will contact you within 24 hours.
Perfect design for cold morning shoots. Design is discreet and blends in well.
The hand warmer will stay on my kit year round. With the addition of soft armor it bridges the gap between the plates and the groin protector and provides a small admin type pocket. Super low profile and doesn’t get in the way while sitting or dynamic movements.
Used this the other night for a low light shoot and it dropped down to 28 degrees. This would be great for an extended time where you can keep your hands in the pocket. I had hot hands superwarmers in the front and back zipper pockets and it did not work very well to warm my hands. For the future i plan to use the pockets as storage for the hand warmers and will have the warmers loose in the main pocket in hopes of getting better results. I will say i like the slim profile of it. I run it behind a spiritus mk2 on my carrier and doesnt interfere with anything. Overall id recommend but i think the price is a little steep. 50 bucks would be a fair value for this product in my opinion
Hi Jarod,
Thank you for taking the time to share an honest account of your IceShield Plus experience. We are sorry to hear that you had some issues with the hot hands/IceShield Plus interface. In our experience, sometimes hot hands won't activate if they are dropped into the IceShield Plus pocket too soon after opening. They require a good bit of oxygen (requiring shaking) to start the exothermic chemical reaction (basically rusting) that generates the heat to keep your hands warm. Also, we are about to release (next week) an IceShield Plus-specific soft armor insert. IceShield Plus was designed from the ground up for soft armor inserts (super thin profile) and adding them significantly boosts the warming effect of the system. Hopefully this is helpful, but please don't hesitate to reach out and let us know if there is anything else we can do for you: Info [at] Qore Performance [dot] com. #StayFrosty
I brought the Qore Handwarmer pocket with me to a training exercise up in the mountains in northern Utah and this product was so effective that I ended up leaving my winter gloves in my bag the entire time. Throw some hand warmers in the slots, and you will be able to maintain use of your fingers for touch screens, knot tying, trigger use, etc. w/out putting on and taking off gloves.
From the Canadian infantry here, it gets to about -40 Celsius and it keeps my hands warm as hell. It attaches to any configuration I'm wearing that day whether it be a plate carrier battle belt or micro rig. Lowepro it's behind my hangers. Well made I dragged it through a lot of stuff gravel, snow, all good.
Excellent quality! Filled my needs perfectly. Nothing else on the market like it. Only complaint is that it should be about $25 cheaper though.
Super awesome hand warmer! Works very well and the fleece is very warm, only gripe with it is, once you get a little moisture in there, it takes a long while to get out, great product all around though!
Love the concept! I live in an area of the country that can see temps well below zero at times, so to be able to have the added protection of body armor inserts while also providing a pocket to keep my hands warm for dexterity is crucial. My only concern is the longevity on some of the stitching. Upon receiving the product there were a couple areas where the stitching looked less than ideal. Lots of loose string and open ends. Additionally there were areas where it appears as though they just kept adding more stitching over existing because of running short or other issues. Not exactly the prettiest stitch work I have ever seen and with all the loose threads so time will tell on how it holds together. As long as the stitching holds the product is a win for sure. Function is more important than looks so if it holds together its a win in my book.
Hi Tyler,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Doug Burr from our team reached out to you last week, but we have not heard back so we wanted to make sure we take care of you.
We are sorry to hear that the build quality of your IceShield Plus has fallen well short of our standards. Based on your description, that particular IceShield Plus should have never made it out the door. We will reach out to you directly to get to the bottom of this and get you squared away ASAP.
Please don't hesitate to reach out to us should there be anything else we can do for you.
Info@QorePerformance.com and/or 703.755.0724.
#StayFrosty
I saw a buncha folks talk about these kind of handwarms. This is best for slim loadouts. Does not feel cumbersome.
The Iceshield is a fantastic solution to keeping your digits working when the temperature dips. Being centered on your body you can use both hands and still have your belt immediately accessible. It fits behind other lunchbox style pouches if you have them or can tuck back underneath your vest to be stowed away. Drop a handwarmer inside the Iceshield and that warm goes to 11! Super slick design.
