I was a little skeptical about ratcheting belts in general. I'm in the process of losing weight but still come in around 210 and am only 5' 10" and I have read a few reviews where guys with guts like mine find these belts fail quickly. However, my everyday buckle belt was beginning to look worn and I wanted a secondary to switch out with. When this belt popped up as a daily deal I figured, what the heck.

Turns out I love this belt! Not only did I underestimate how much different a smooth buckle looks compared to a traditional buckle (much sleeker and cooler than I expected), but this is bar-none the most comfortable belt I've ever worn. The fact is, there are so many more available stops with a ratchet than a traditional buckle and holed belt. I can easily adjust the fitting to match how I'm feeling throughout the day. It take a little getting used to, and the ratchets can be surprisingly loud the first time you put it on; but I urge you pick one up and try it for yourself.