So with the world getting hotter I've started thinking about someday I may need a little protection. Being on a budget I've looked around and
Found AR500 armor and it seems like good plates for the money.
What do you guys use or have used in the last that's affordable?

For affordable carriers I've found three

http://shop.ktgfirearms.com/511-TACTEC-PLATE-CARRIER-_p_74.html

http://shellbacktactical.com/bansheerifleplatecarrier.aspx

http://www.blackhawk.com/product/Enhanced-Commando-Recon-Harness,756,83.htm

I would prefer camo like kryptek or multicam but I would survive with FDE

I saw this package deal on ar500 and it seemed like a good deal.

http://www.ar500armor.com/banshee-p...uches-multicam-proline.html#.U1Mcn-29Kc3

I would like to be able to add side plates and soft armour someday. And recommendations for soft armor on a budget?

Any input would be nice.