Lifting Belts - Prong Belt vs Lever Belt
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 มิ.ย. 2024
- Looking to buy a belt? Not sure which one to get? In this video I break down the pros and cons of the most popular types of lifting belts and which one I'd recommend.
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0:00 Intro
0:16 Single Prong
2:27 Pioneer Cut
4:19 Lever Belt
6:30 PAL Belt
8:15 SBD Belt
10:17 Velcro Belt
11:49 Conclusion - กีฬา
This is by far the most innuendo filled review you've made. And informative.
Haha appreciated
I didn't notice it until reading this comment!
Also, thanks for sharing all the nuances about belts, i havent used them that much in the past but now i feel more confident knowing what to look for when i buy one.
Always happy to help!
Love this video man and based my belt dimensions off of your recommendations from back in the day. Having owned single prong, classic lever and PAL configurations as well as belts of 10mm and 13mm thicknesses, I would say my 13mm with the PAL is by far my favorite for both squats and deadlifts. I lean towards a 10mm single prong for wearing during general heavy rows and such. Always love the powerlifting gear crash course videos, man!
Thanks Phillip! Lots of options these days. I prob don’t need 7 belts 😝
Thanks for this bro! I’m completely clueless when it comes to weight lifitng belts so this was very helpful!
I tend to take an interest in things no one cares about 🤓
12 minutes that reinforces how much I love the 2 Pioneer PAL belts I own. I didn’t know I needed it yet here we are.
Finally someone else who owns 2!
Why 2 belts? Different preference for different exercises? I like a 3” belt for squats and presses and my 3” belt for deadlifts.
What's crazy is that many Olympic level weightlifters are squatting PL records in Harbinger velcro belts.
Def a strong bunch
I noticed that watching Brian Shaw and Eddie Hall.
They work so well that they’re banned in powerlifting 😂
Sex Ed 101
I want ALL those belts!
Great video.
Cheers dude.
Prob could stand to get rid of some 😂
Just found your channel. Good, straight forward information.
Thanks Peter.
Great and in depth video!
That’s what she said
I thoroughly enjoyed and giggled the whole time
Thanks for taking a look!
I'm a Fan of the Lever belts hopefully getting one soon. Definitely going for 13mm cause I feel its more durable and sturdy, planning on getting a PAL for it too in the future once I can afford.
I have both 10 and 13 and find I use my 13 double suede more (9mm of stuff leather)
Awesome video def. Helped.
Glad it helped!
Something about my old college duel prong brings back memories but that lever belt is another level of quickness
I rocked a $15 tapered Valeo belt from Walmart for awhile!
Very informative. Thanks
Sure thing!
Amazing video right to the point 😊
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Love my pioneer cut 6.5mm powerlifting belt. The adjustability comes in handy more than you'd think, especially if you wear your belt in a slightly different position between squat and deadlift.
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I was willing to buy a new lever belt and I see the 6.5mm but I have I want to know if it feels the difference between 6.5mm and 10mm leather belt.
@@giancarloarrobarodriguez5291 they have an 8.5 version and if you are unsure id highly recommend that. If youve never had a belt as thick as 10 mm then im just gonna say that that shit is THICCC like 13 is almost not usable in my opinion lol.
@@aaronblakeson8348 The 8.5MM single suede I have (and I believe the only one they sell) has the same amount of leather as a 10MM double suede and just about the same as their 6.5MM full leather belt. Suede is roughly 2.5MM, leather is 6MM, vs. the double suede with roughly 2x2MM suede, 6 MM leather. Per Pioneer, suede doesn't offer any support (it looks nice and is comfortable), only the leather does. Of course, the 10MM full leather belt they offer is 10MM of all leather, so that would offer even more support. But their best selling option is the 10MM double suede.
Awesome video! You described each belt perfectly.
Pioneer adjustable lever it is!
Next time include links to each one
Thanks, will do!
I've been meaning to get a nice lever belt. I have a single prong, and it does the job, but I agree the one inch spacing can be an issue at times.
Lever life for me!
Very Informative video.
Thanks boss!
I had a cheap eBay lever belt which I thought was ok. Then jumped in and got the SBD lever belt and byyyy gawwwd it was awesome. So much difference. And definitely get that lever release schhhnap. Comprehensive video as always.
Sometimes it's worth spending more for sure!
On a side note, I bought that clock a few years back and is been solid for me. Thanks B.
Everyone loves a Big black clock
@@BasementBrandon 😏
I own the standard 10mm Inzer lever belt (bought 7 years ago and is in good condition despite hard use). I love the ease of tightening/loosening quick release mechanism. However, I wish there were 2 or 4 holes on the side where you stick the prongs in to allow the belt to be used in more sizes without the need to unscrew/re-screw the screws.
The finish of the lever is a bit rough but that's purely an aesthetic thing and there are some burrs on the edge of the metal. Fortunately, I haven't been cut by the edges. Also keep in mind that where you wear the belt will likely be bigger than the waist size of your pants. I've got size medium, which can be adjusted 27" to 36". I wear ~30"-31" standard rise pants, but the widest part of my waist around my belly button measures ~34.5" and narrowest a few inches above measures 33.5", and I can only expand the size of the belt by only one more inch. I am by no means fat but deadlifting and squats tends to add some muscular bulk to the abdomen muscles.
I've tried a 2-prong belt a few times, but I hated how difficult it was to take off and felt a bit like I was being bear hugged by the belt against my will and experienced some anxiety because of that.
Yeah I found my inzer lever oxidized a bunch, but still a great stiff belt.
Wish you had gone into the breath belt, as you keep it real and I’m potentially in the market. Great vid and humor as always.
My assessment of it so far is I’ve used it a handful of times and don’t find that I am drawn in to use it for anything really.
Got a PAL belt and it fits all my needs. Bit stiff to break in but I'm told that's how most of the good belts are.
Right on!
brandon had too much fun writing this dialogue 😆
I shoot from the hip! Prob why I’m all over the place 😝
It's been a while since there's been a video so full of innuendos. Thanks Brandon for going back to your roots
It just happens
Thanks for keeping it PG 👍
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I have always enjoyed having multiple holes to stick my prong into. How can multiple holes ever be a bad thing. Thumbs up for this video.
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Yah, the unfortunately I got married.
😂 😅
Loving my Valero Velcro belt
A classic
How did you keep a straight face during this video? Dear me man! Anyways, excellent video, just the information I was looking for after increasing my deadlift a lot over past few months!!
Keep kicking ass!
Inzer lever ftw. Have had it for more than a decade and does the job. Also, innuendos 10/10
I did like my inzer but after having owned pioneers I don’t think I could go back!
Great video and great explanations. I feel that Gluck would have done better on the "innuendo", but then again that would appear to be Adrian's specialty.
Not possible. I’m the best there is, the best there was, and best there ever will be 🥸
@@BasementBrandon Personally I'm surprised that Winnie(sic) will kiss Gluck's potty mouth but obviously they already have one child together with another on the way. You, Coop, and Gluck are the"big three" though.
@@AlbertFischer Hah I'm just messing around, Gluck is great, watch all his stuff. He tends to script his videos though, so I'm working on a handicap since I don't. 🥸
@@BasementBrandon I enjoyed your original response. It reminded me of something I would hear watching wrestling on Saturday mornings as a kid in the 70s.(Back when they still had midget wrestling of all things.)
The squeakiness in the SBD belt section REALLY freaked out my dog.
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I was wondering, how many videos one can make about his belts. Apparently, not enough :) I was binge watching your videos on the topic and it helped me to take a step forward and order a lever belt. I was going to order the PAL, but importing it to Europe would have been close to the price of SBD, with all the dick measuring going on in the neighboring countries and their effects on our currency, so I went with the SBD. I used the Rouge prong belt prior and I have to say, wearing the SBD is like falling in love for the first time and you do not even have to cheat on your wife, to do so. Thanks a lot for all the information, it was really useful for me!
Can’t go wrong with that belt either!
Would love to know what thickness of the belt to prefer, I've heard that 13mm belts work better for Squat, and 10mm works better for Deadlift
Check out my thickness video. I wear a 13mm double suede which is more like 9mm of stiffness.
Thanks!
No problem!
I'm looking for my first belt to buy. I have my heart set on a lever belt but I see a lot of strongman competitors using velcro lol. I'm a huge fan of Larry Wheels so I'm thinking maybe I should get his belt. One of my buddies recommended I get Inzer or SBD but the SBD is crazy expensive.
Yeah with Strongman you do a lot of movements where a lever would get in the way. Lots of good options out there.
I like your double suede pioneer color choice! Is that light grey?
It is!
SBD for the win. The PAL is functional but definitely a bit crude compared to the SBD. Now the Pioneer cut is really the best prong belt hands down.
I actually find the PAL superior. The SBDs adjustability is pretty lost on someone that doesn’t see huge fluctuations in weight IMO.
Have you tried/ reviewed the Brahma multi-adjustable belt? Looks interesting to me!
I have not!
Luv the Gym reaper lever belt 👊
nice!
I've used a Rogue Ohio Belt for years, single prong, and liked it for the most part, but everything you said about the various lever belts hit home with me. I've been following @beltfedstrength for a while and I'd like to get a custom lever belt from them.
Nice! Pioneer makes some of rogues belts!
Hey Brandon. Is there anything special or that I need to know about the holes on a lever belt? Asking because I can get a belt for free but it’ll be too big for me so wondering if I can get holes punched in it. Should I punch them into where the lever screws to or where the lever clasps onto? Just want to know what to be aware of.
You would prob want to put them where the lever mechanism attaches to the belt (single row of holes). The issue may be dealing with a bunch of overlap in that case however.
Anyone know if the PAL V2 works on inzer 13mm belts? and thanks for the decade of quality information Brandon!
Yes, you may have to widen the prong holes slightly though.
PAL Belt is what I use, and it is all I find I need.
Same!
Sad to see that Pioneer code go away! Pioneer OG
RIP
Rando question: do you have a site with your AV equipment? What is that remote mic you are using?
It's just a Rode Wireless Go
I’ve been using the Rogue Velcro belt. Lift 5x days a week for years now mainly doing dead’s, squat, etc…. Never used a lever belt, is it worth the upgrade?
I’m of the opinion of you want your lifts to be the strongest they can, a good belt is beneficial.
What about those of us married to our belts, but still have to fight to get it in? Could a stiffer prong help?
Maybe counseling
Im a big fan of that SDP belt .but tge problem its too much expensive hope i can afford it someday
Yes, things start to add up quick!
Brandon, can you comment on the SBD sizing? Before spending 250+ on a belt. I would assume that is a small in the video? Thank you.
I’m not 100% on this as I ordered a copy off Ali express as I didn’t want to spend $250 to talk about it for 2 min on a video. But given their size chart I would have likely ordered a large as I have a 33in waist.
@@BasementBrandon Appreciate the response.
Double prong feels like better supprt but a pain to get both prongs in like lever belt best goid support easy to get on abd off
I'm a lever guy for life!
Pioneer adjustable lever is clever. Prong is just wrong. 😤
I’ve been using a velcro belt for higher rep stuff (easier to breathe in.)
I’m sad you didn’t have a rhyme for velcro
Where could I get the pioneer adjustable lever with the bar don’t lie belt you have 🔥
Direct from Pioneer!
Everytime I see that absolute Unit, unbroken-in boi from Iron Tanks just makes me really want to buy it in the future when I have income.
Haha it hurts
Ey Brandon
Will you participate in Movember this year?
Grow the mustache en bring the Brandon Campbell 'stache back!
You're consistent!
@@BasementBrandon
Just to remind you to bring the 'stache back
Wahlander make the best double pronged belts in the world in my opinion. The Rolls Royce of belts. I believe they even make Eleiko’s powerlfiting belt for them under Eleiko branding.
I’m a Pioneer guy myself!
Yeh, they look well made. I just like the backstory to Wahlander… Swedish, hand made etc. I have an SBD as well, but I prefer the double prong to a lever belt for the reasons you outlined. Especially if you’re bulking and cutting a lot, or if you have a garage gym in a seasonal country like the UK where there is a lot of climate variability and you’re wearing different layers of clothing from one session to the next.
Have you checked out the multi-adjustable lever by Titan?
I have seen it but have not used.
That looks interesting
May I ask, what size was your Pioneer cut prong belt in the video? 10mm and medium?
Yep! You can actually give them your measurement when you order and they can custom cut the belt to have that as the middle hole.
@@BasementBrandon thanks, that's great to hear! I'm leaning towards the A7 version because of easier shipping within EU, but ofc it costs more.
I already got the pioneer hybrid belt in medium and it's a great fit even though I'm like 235, let's see.
@@S13iPNiR a7 is also IPF approved
Hey man, I wanted to ask what size is your belt for the Pioneer cut?
I use medium. But you can put your waist measurement in the notes when ordering and they can custom cut it.
Wish I watched this 2 weeks ago before ordering a belt. I got a lever belt and I'm having the adjustability issue. The one I got was ever so slightly too big, so I drilled a hole because it was a closeout on sale item so no worry of voiding my warranty lmao. Then it was nice and tight. Next morning I go down to sue it and its too big again lmao. Apparently I had more food in me the night before. So now I need to drill another hole or gain a few pounds. I wish I had the fine tunable lever belt or the prong one with way more holes.
You could likely just buy a PAL lever and adapt it.
@@BasementBrandon Awesome I didn't think they would sell just the lever but they do. And its half the cost of the belts. So I'll definitely do that.
I heard Jordan Feigenbaum mention that a lever belt can potentially be dangerous if they come unlatched during a lift. I didn't think this was ever really possible, but i guess it could be? I have a lever inzer and have always enjoyed using it.
Could be a possibility but I’ve used a lever for 9 years and it hasn’t happened but I doubt it will
The levers DO break but it’s very very unusual. If you aren’t hitting 500 on your squat it’s unlikely to be an issue.
They could, but it’s very rare. It’s like saying you could die in a plane crash. While true, it’s not that probable IMO.
@@BasementBrandon I've used mine for nearly ten years and never had an issue
th-cam.com/video/QtJKIuZqeKc/w-d-xo.html Watch the rerack 17 seconds in.
Would my Inzer belt still be IPF approved if I exchange the lever with pioneer system?
I'm not sure. I saw Layne Norton competed at IPF worlds with a PAL
Great job avoiding the way-too-easy innuendos!
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Is that sbd knock off holding up nicely? I have my legit sbd but since it has gone up in price i don't want to use it and wear and tear it too much, so I'm thinking buying a new one, between pioneer or titan but that knock off seems not that bad... What's your opinion about that belt?
I don't use it TBH
@@BasementBrandon do you think is it real leather? Inzer, pioneer and sbd are vegetable tanned cowhide...
@@miguelcardenas8490 I would assume so, the type however is the question.
Do gym belt do any good?
I left weights, but I've never found them to be of any benefit.
Google Belt Bible by Greg Nuckols. Good read and will answer a lot of questions.
you forgot to mention one of the main advantages of lever belt: In between sets you just "click" it open to breathe better- it remains on the hip until you "click" it closed for the next set.
That's what I mean by easy off 🤪
Do you prefer a 3-in when deadlifting over a 4-in?
4" all the time for me.
Is SBD coming out with blacked out levers for their belts? I always thought it was silver. It looks pretty sick
It's a knock off. I usually don't like buying clones but didn't want to spend $250+ to talk about a belt for 2 min.
@@BasementBrandon Thanks! I’m kinda surprised that a knock off exists for the belt. I thought SBD was pretty strict about no one else using their designs
@@AMuNi_ They are, the issue is it's hard to track down the ones who do it in China.
Prong gets my vote.....i can add 20#'s during the winter so it's easier to just adjust to a new hole instead of having to use a screwdriver to adjust.
Quite a swing so that makes sense!
@@BasementBrandon since I've got a garage gym I worry more about heavy singles during the winter months since I can't open the door to be outside. During the warmer months 65* and up the door is open and I do plenty of high rep work to drop the weight. Typical heavyweight powerlifter 🤣🤣🤣🤣
5/3/1 5Pros and BBB for summer work. JAILHOUSE Strong during the winter because of the heavy sets on singles.
So as a powerlifting and weightlifting what belt do you preferre and can be affordable with a less and average budget
You can get a great belt for under $100
@@BasementBrandon thanks brother but what i meant to say does it make a different between a leathers belt or a nylons which one is the best for powerlifting and weightlifting
@@YEMEN519 Leather makes more sense for Powerlifting to me since it's more supportive. Some people prefer nylon belts for WL since they offer some support, but also allow you to move much easier and are less bulky.
@@BasementBrandon thanks brother
Hi Brendan I am deliberating between elekio or rouge collars any advice
Comp collars? Both are IPF approved, so would go with the cheaper one :)
@@BasementBrandon okay boss rouge it is
Need a review on EvolveAI app please!
I'll see what I can do.
One other factor that may be significant for some people is that if you work out in a non-climate controlled environment, you may want all the size options that a prong style (pioneer cut in particular) belt gives you for clothing layers.
Good call. I find the PAL helps there too (over a sweatshirt)
Came for the insight, stayed for the innuendos.
My man
Is there anything other than the PAL? I thought this was settled law.
You mean a PAL knock off?
Bro, you getting some size!!!
I’m actually down a few pounds. Maybe the right sweatshirt helped.
I kinda feel like you could have gone harder with this one but the jokes are pretty brutal 😂
Didn’t want to force it
@@BasementBrandon that’s not what your mom said 🥁 try the veal!!
Once you go lever you never go back
Facts
Hello
Is the heliser belt in the video 10mm or 13mm?
Heliser?
@@BasementBrandon iron tanks lever
@@user-ht8on8iz5c 13!
I had no idea i would laugh that much watching your video, i could not say all the prong joke you said with a staight face
Thanks dude, appreciate you watching and leaving a comment!
Is that an updated SBD belt?
It’s a clone
How do you decide between 3" and 4" belt?
I find most that choose 3" are shorter in stature.
@@BasementBrandon how short? Like 5'6" or shorter?
@@MrPanthers23 I don't think there's a magic number, but I'd say that's a good point of reference.
I just ordered the sbd. I have a pal and like it too
Nice!
How do you like the SBD compared to the PAL? I've just ordered the SBD as a gift and don't want to feel like I messed up.
@@SantosAl sbd over pal all day. Pal had micro adjustments that I never use. SBD fast simple doesn’t pop off when I unbuckle
@Larry Sutton Nice, thank you for the quick reply. Seems like I should buy one for myself also.
I’m still using the Pioneer cut belt that I got on the give away a few years back. Still works good for this old meat head! Lol
Hahah yes!
Idk about everyone else but 2.5" is more than enough to feel it.
Hey now!
Those tight holes are always hard to get into
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Is the pal a 3” or 4”?
4" but you could do 3"
Maybe if you give me one I can confirm which is better I am a professional belt collar bar rack machine plate researcher
I see what ya did there 😉
Disagree anout the double prong belt. I find there is a lot less play in the belt with the second prong.
I don’t have any play in single prongs 🤷🏻♂️
@@BasementBrandon probably a fat guy problem
Velcro
Ah really?!
So you’re saying we need more than one inch? :(
Different strokes for different folks.
What shoes are you wearing in that strongman clip?
Notorious Lift Slippers
@BasementBrandon do you know which model? Looks like they have a number of models but I don't see one called a slipper. I'm looking to get the equipment I need for my first powerlifting meet
@@bradevans8714 I prefer the NLG2 model.
@BasementBrandon can't afford a deadlift and separate squat shoe. If I can only afford one shoe for competition, but would perform well for both deadlifting and squatting, what would you recommend?
@@bradevans8714 Do you like squatting in a flat heel?
The best belt is the one that braces you well how your parents did not when you were a kid.
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8:19 what brand is that belt
It's a FBD... fake SBD.
@@BasementBrandon it it that one???
2 prongs 1 inch spaces bright yellow let's fkn go
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@@BasementBrandon I love your content man
Man this was hilarious 😅
Unintentional but appreciated!
I have a hook belt but i want to buy a lever belt😢
Can always upgrade down the road!
It isnt SBD belt.
I say that.
Every hole only needs one prong👌🏾
Google it
Too many holes 🕳️ and not enough prongs to fill them.