[Nylon/Foam] Newswear tried and true, field tested gear . Replaced my Digital Chest Vest with Press Pouch belt system. I put my gear through some adverse conditions in extreme environments and have never been let down.

[1.205 lb] I have the FStop Tilopa and Anja. I wanted to try the X50 because of the pockets, side access and roll top plus every review said comfort. I load my packs and at 31 pounds it was fine with std hip and shoulder pads. After 5 hours it was not as fine. I wanted to add the HD belt and plus backpack straps and wow what a difference. Padding is double the tilopa and it feels so nice. Worth the money if packing heavier gear. I normally add a second tripod and snow shoes so loving that I got these. I also like the HD pockets and the ability to velcro the belt together a little larger so the pockets are at my sides and the padding sticks better to my hips. I also use the spider pro clip Allen wrenched on to the bottom pad behind the pocket on the waist belt. Now hiking longer I can have my 200-600 in that spider clip and hands are free at my sides. Perfect setup. The roll top also allows more room to put jackets and clothing than the tilopa. My tilopa will be used with two cubes for astro hatchback with video on top and astro camera on bottom.

[Nylon/Foam] It's a Porta Brace so it's well made, but with the name you do pay for it. I make my living filming on the road and this product makes my life easier. The build is strong and durable. The Belt keeps everything tight without constricting. The only flaw is the zippers jingle, but this was fixed with a couple Velcro cable straps. Bottom line if you need to keep your gear close by, and be able to wear it all day long this product will do the trick and you'll never need another. Truly well made.

[1.205 lb] I liked it so much, that I purchased a second one for my other tamrac camera pouch. The 1 1/2 inch width is more comfortable and looks better than the wider belts.

[Nylon/Foam] Love this belt, great quality plastic parts and fabric. I have a Small Newswear weatherproof pouch attached to this belt, which I normally sport as a sling for my X100V, phone, wallet, and maybe an extra battery. I have plans to acquire more pouches for other accessories in the future!


This isn't my first Newswear product and it won't be my last. They are one of my favourite producers of high-quality photo goods. Nothing but good things to say.

[Green] Es un buen producto muy til para usarlo en trabajo de campo

[1.205 lb] Yaaaay! Finally!!! I have to have a waist strap for my packs - everyone should really I feel - it’s much more ergonomic. But I bought this to slide in place of the waist belt that came with my ThinkTank bag. That one was no worse than many others out there, but like all of them the padding just doesn’t come forward enough! The strap portion basically cuts into the top of my pelvis instead of distributing the weight across it with a wide band. This Shiloda design fit the bill. The Velcro is on the wrong side to stick to my ThinkTank but it’s wedged nicely and not going anywhere. The wide padded band distributes the weight and the added pockets are just a bonus! An iPhone 13Pro with a case just squeezes in at a somewhat tight fit because of the length. Could still throw some snacks or maybe a filter/battery in with it. And you still have the pocket on the other side too of course. Looking forward to trying this out on next big trip!