Comfy Weight Belt

[TravisD]

Originally Posted by Duckydiver

The DUI weight system seems like it fit well.
DUI Weight and Trim Classic, Drysuits, DUI, DUI Weight and Trim Classic

The DUI W&T is very good in this regard -- it takes the weights off of your hips and doesn't require cranking down on the waist belt to get them to stay put. The shoulder straps carry the weight when you're vertical. This also gives you more freedom to move them up or down to adjust trim.

[SmknStang01]

I have been using a soft belt for my class thats just a standard 22lbs belt. Its got two pouches that are filled with little balls but you cant take them out its just at the weight that you buy it at...
does anybody know what im talking about, and if so where can i find something like this??? ive tried other belts and i really like this style for some reaosn.

[CompuDude]

Originally Posted by SmknStang01

I have been using a soft belt for my class thats just a standard 22lbs belt. Its got two pouches that are filled with little balls but you cant take them out its just at the weight that you buy it at...
does anybody know what im talking about, and if so where can i find something like this??? ive tried other belts and i really like this style for some reaosn.

Sounds like the Seasoft belts.

I prefer something where you can adjust the weights, but they're nice belts all the same.

[CaptainRon]

Originally Posted by SmknStang01

I have been using a soft belt for my class thats just a standard 22lbs belt. Its got two pouches that are filled with little balls but you cant take them out its just at the weight that you buy it at...
does anybody know what im talking about, and if so where can i find something like this??? ive tried other belts and i really like this style for some reaosn.

It would seem to be rather limiting not being able to adjust the weight. I would go with something adjustable IMO.

[SHAGGY]

I will echo the positive comments on the XS Scuba weight belt. I got it when I started dry diving because I didnt want to have to use a fork lift to be able to pick up my weight intergrated BC while dry diving.


shaggy

[ChrisA]

Originally Posted by BobbyWombat

2nd the xs scuba pouch. you can use it with solid weight as well. very comfortable.

The simplest way to make a belt more comfortable is to remove one of the weight blocks and add that much weight to the BC. Maybe just put a weight on the cam band.

I bought one of those xs scuba belts but I didn't like the extra bulk. I didn't like the plastic buckle either. I did salvage the webbing. One thing you can do is to use more smaller solid weights on the belt. I've seen some that look like cylinders. String a few of those on and the belt remains flexible.

Someone at a dive shop once showed my how bad lead shot weights are for the environment. He did a simple demo where he placed a few shot bags in a bucket of water and swished them around. The water turned cloudy with all the lead dust. It seems that the shot is always rubbing together grinding and making dust that comes off in the ocean. I use the hard weight that are dipped in rubber.

[cmburch]

My XS SCUBA belt has a stainless steel buckle and pockets for shot pouches or hard weight. My belt is very comfortable and flexible. My Rig is set-up so that I can remove it and free dive without having to adjust the weight on my belt. Handling lead can be more detrimental to the user if ingested or inhaled. So it is best after handling to wash hands before eating.

[rfb3]

I have the XS SCUBA belt too... Sturdy and comfy...

[Doug B]

Originally Posted by K9Pig

Pinnacle Aquatics make great weight belt with SS buckle. I have not had any problems with it loosening up on me.

• Weight pouches can accommodate both block and shot weights
• Pouches are strong and large enough to hold 7 pound weights
• Pouches are self draining
• Velcro closures keep weights securely in pouches
• Sturdy, corrosion-free stainless steel buckle
• Rubber strip inside belt prevents slippage
• Two D-ring attachment points
• Available in 4-, 5-, 6-, and 7-pouch sizes
• Available in Black, Royal Blue, and Neon Yellow

K9

Agreed. I love my pinnacle comfo-belt. The buckle is rock-solid, no worry about it coming off when I don't want it too. With the rubber lining, it doesn't shift around. And, it's VERY comfortable - hardly know it's on my waist. First time I used it, I kept checking to make sure it was still there, because I couldn't feel it.

Cost was about $50. One of the best investments I've made in a while.