My hips have never been able to keep up a belt so I’ve used a suspended setup since I started 18 years ago. I got the occidental canvas ones maybe a fews years after I started and they’re still going. Granted I only wear them when I’m framing now , which is rarely.
2026-05-23 00:18:24
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J-Shorter :
Yeah they definitely take some time
2026-05-23 10:55:56
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Heath Van Why :
I switched about 10 years ago.....took a lil while to get used to but definitely love it now... saved the hips. I wear my chest strap at the 'belly shelf' 🤣🤣🤣 Adjust the height after they stretch out. I have mine adjusted to normal belt height. also I have the beltless system so the belt doesn't get in the way
2026-05-22 16:39:50
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bradjones171 :
Best decision i ever made once u get adjusted
2026-05-22 17:40:05
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user5038732176497 :
Aaahhhh I’m lookin at some now too!
2026-05-22 22:21:27
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PythagorUSA 🇺🇸 :
They ain’t got no stretch tho.
2026-05-22 12:57:10
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EStrom :
It was weird when I finally went to a harness system. It took a couple different versions and brands before I finally got comfortable and now I can’t live without it.
2026-05-22 13:23:51
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Jonathan :
Snug it on your hips too so they share the load with your shoulders
2026-05-26 03:26:33
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skagitsoundconstruction :
There’s definitely a balance to be found between the shoulders and hips. Only gets to be a real pain when it’s raining. I wear my rain coat over everything to try and keep my bags dry
2026-05-22 17:06:15
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CMLx3 :
You’ ll NEVER go back !! 😂 Once you get it set up for you , its a game changer! So much more comfortable !
2026-07-04 04:31:02
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Timberman :
honestly, my roofing harness with bags on it is the most comfortable version of this i have ever used. Ive tried several brands of belt suspenders and none of them ever seem to fit in a way that is comfortable enough to wear all day.
2026-05-22 12:45:58
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mikebuiltit :
I’m 53. Not for me yet feels too different.
2026-05-22 13:51:08
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TDen :
You'll get used to them
2026-05-22 20:55:38
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Bruce Johnson6985 :
😳 may I ask what age that is?
2026-05-26 01:19:57
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Elias :
42 year carpenter here get use to them and use them. Thank me later for saving your hips and lower back.
2026-05-23 01:25:00
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Highland & Holler Lumber&mwks :
welcome to the club 😂👏
2026-05-22 18:47:56
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Carpenter 541 :
I switch to a tool vest years ago
2026-05-23 15:27:58
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Michael Hobson :
love it and with it bro my next step!
2026-05-22 20:52:10
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Emma Ingalls :
Also the color is stunning 💅🏻
2026-05-22 14:24:54
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joe :
Tried them once. Maybe I was too young. Just felt like they were pulling my shoulders down all day
2026-05-22 15:19:57
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gibsonbuilds :
I like em more when it’s cold but works better gets that weight off them hips after 30 or so yrs takes some getting use to but worth it
2026-05-22 14:47:25
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Smith_cgs :
Best pair of suspenders comfy light and cheap
2026-05-23 20:00:32
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jaybird :
good luck with it. I tried them a few decades back and it just didn't work for me. it was fine when I was doing nothing but framing, but it was just too cumbersome overall
2026-05-22 12:42:45
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Catching 🌊 :
@texas_1835 is all about suspenders
2026-05-22 17:51:08
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William Little8 :
I'm 61 and went to suspenders 5 years ago. It will take a little while to get used to but I love them.
2026-05-22 23:36:03
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