Tool Belt

[ErgoCue]

Hi all!  I'm soon going to be ASMing a show where I'll be the only crew member backstage and need to keep my hands free for quick changes and set changes.  Does anyone have any recommendations for a light-weight, sturdy tool belt (or something like it)?  It just needs to hold a flashlight, pencils, and a few other small items.  Thanks!

[Maribeth]

I've used a waiter's half apron backstage before. They're cheap and easy to get at any restaurant supply store. They have big enough pockets to hold a run list, pencil, flashlight, and bobby pins/safety pins.

[AKBowman]

Nite Ize has a variety of tool belts ranging in size. I have the XL Utility Holster and really like it.
http://www.niteize.com/collections/tools

[iamchristuffin]

The last time I needed somewhere to put things, I made my own little holster using some black fabric offcuts - making your own means it will do exactly what you need it to!!
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[Gil Miciak]

I usually go to my local military supply store. Their pouches are very sturdy and have clips rather than Velcro, which will eventually wear out. There is also usually a wide selection of sizes and shapes (and they always come in black). I just thread them on to my belt and I am set. Military grade pouches will be more expensive, but they will hold up to a lot.

The stuff I use: http://www.dropzonetactical.com/pouches/fireball.html

[nick_tochelli]

I've used an older version of this pouch here for years.

And it's perfect. I have a large pouch that can hold my multi tool and knife. I also usually keep two spare flashlights in that pouch too. The holsters on the outside fit most pocket flashlights, as well as pens/pencils/highlighters. The Nylon loop is where I tie my cue sheets (which I attach to index cards etc etc....I'll explain it again if people want to know, but this isn't the thread for that). Best part: Very inexpensive. Less costly than a roll of gaff.

As long as you're wearing a belt, these are an excellent option. I abuse everything I own (especially backstage) and this pouch still looks brand new.

[ErgoCue]

Thanks for all of the tips!  It looks like a trip to the army and restaurant supply stores is in order.  I'll let you know when I find a good one!

[BARussell]

I used to use this one:

http://www.lowes.com/pd_46184-1492-LTH-804_4294770562_4294937087_?productId=1209095&Ns=p_product_prd_lis_ord_nbr|0||p_product_qty_sales_dollar|1&pl=1&currentURL=%2Fpl_Miscellaneous%2BTool%2BBelts_4294770562_4294937087_%3FNs%3Dp_product_prd_lis_ord_nbr%7C0%7C%7Cp_product_qty_sales_dollar%7C1&facetInfo=

then I upgraded cause I needed more room and gave this to someone