I've been lifting weights seriously for over 25 years, and have had many belts. I've had nylon belts, cheap leather belts, and still even use an old Valeo velcro one from the 1980s. Each belt has had its various issues - either too compliant and not enough support, or uncomfortably hard, or just a pain to buckle (I'm looking at you, you two pronged buckle b@st@rds!). This new offering from Rogue is just plain good. I've had it for about 3 weeks now, long enough to break it in and see its benefits. The leather is high quality, supple, and has a durable finish. I was able to break it in within just a week or so of use. It's wide enough to offer solid support, and rigid enough for the same - but still soft enough not to chafe you. I used it back to back with a cheap leather one I got off of amazon, and a velcro nylon one - definitely prefer this one the most, and was able to maintain a solid core much more effectively than with the other two. Not much else to say - its a belt! And it works great. Looks like it should hold up for a long time. If you are on the fence, don't be - it's worth it. BTW, I measured my waist at the belly button using a tailor's measuring tape at 34 inches, when a flexed core (pretending your under load), and the LARGE fits perfectly, using the middle hole.

This belt is extremely well-made, feels as though it will last forever. Sizing is dead-on for the XL. Nice leather.

This belt is a blast from the past. The thick leather and perfect stitching is reminiscent of a belt that may have been found in the Golds Gyms of the 60's. And I have a feeling it'll only look better with wear and time. If you're looking at this belt you know what it's for and what it does. Added 20lbs to my back squat and 40lbs to my front squat. Buckle can get in the way if doing ground to overhead with a bar but I feel like most would. Only downside is it won't fit through the belt loops on my jean shorts.

I bought this belt to Squat, DL, Press & Clean (5/3/1)after my Inzer forever belt disappeared. I've been squatting & dl'ing for 10 years. The belt is well built and solid. The fit is off - I ordered a M, but when I tried it on I was two notches from the end, so I returned it for the L. In the L, I'm three holes from from the other end, so there's almost 12" of loose belt that get its in the way when setting up for DL. It really messes with cleans. The belt is uncomfortable in both the squat and the dead lift, to the detriment of both lifts. In the DL, it rides up into my ribs and in the squat it makes me feel as though I'm herniating below the belt. I've played around with positioning, but after a month of lifts still can't get it right without adjusting my lifts. Back to Inzer for me.

Alright, picked this up and I'm not going to say it was solely the belt that gave me a 15# PR on a back squat. It was probably more my programming but(!) the confidence in the lift from top to bottom (and back to top) was great. I haven't PR'd in a back squat in a while because of a lack of confidence. As for the construction, it's a big ass belt. It's made for lifting heavy shit. Not Grace, or 100 of anythings. Rogue makes great stuff, for sure.

I've never been big into use belts but I decided to give it a shot to help me improve my heavier lifts. All I can say is WOW. The OHIO Belt made a huge difference in my core stability and allowed me to see results from the first time I put it on. Its such a versatile piece of equipment and I'm more than satisfied with my investment. If you're on the fence about buying this, don't be. It's worth every dollar. A+ in my book.

Amazing quality, broken in feel, amazing support. This is the belt you want! it'll last a lifetime.

This is the best weightlifting belt I have owned in terms of function and looks! I have obtained personal records in the deadlift, back, front, and overhead squats. The back support has also allowed me to better all shoulder to overhead lifts. A drawback is that buckle gets in the way when I power clean. I hope as I break the belt in, the front buckle will get more supple and not obstruct my clean movements. This is absolutely a great and wise purchase!