Part 5 - Do I need Suspenders?

Lucy Reed |

Suspenders- an addition your back will thank you for!

Suspenders distribute the weight of your set up across your shoulders and away from your hips, giving you an extra level of support. 

DiamondBack, Occidental Leather Buckaroo Toolbelts and Badger Toolbelts all offer types of suspenders. 

Diamondback:

System:

Cirro Deluxe

  • 3 & 4 point (2 attachments at front & 1 or 2 option at the back)
  • Suspenders have a metal clip which will attach to the webbing straps on belt (compatible with all DiamondBack Toolbelts)
  • Available in Black or High Viz yellow

Cirro Deluxe are made from lightweight, durable Diamond Ripstop fabric with a breathable spacer mesh, keeping you cool and comfortable.

 

Badger Toolbelts:

System:

  • 3 point (2 attachments at front & 1 in centre at the back)
  • Suspenders nylon webbing threads through the belt suspender loops with a buckle to secure it. 

These Badger suspenders will provide you with additional comfort for your toolbelt carry. Available in Gunmetal grey , Black and Sawdust Sage made from durable nylon and padded across the top of the shoulders & front of chest

Buckaroo Toolbelts

System:

  • 3 point (2 attachments at front & 1 at back)
  • Suspenders nylon webbing threads through the belt suspender loops. Here is an instruction video how to attach them.

Occidental Leather:

System:

  • 4 point (2 attachments at front & 2 at back)
  • Suspenders have a metal clip which will attach to the metal ring/loop on belt
  • All the Occi suspenders 1546, 5055 and 5009 will work with the 8003 and 5035 belts.

Occidental have the 5009 Leather Work Suspenders

The 5009 traditional heavy duty leather suspenders. Hand crafted from Bridle leather, these “work horse” fully adjustable suspenders feature large shoulder pads along with heavy duty spring clips which snap on and off your work belt with the direct connection loop hardware (included). 

Stronghold Suspension System 5055 

The 5055 is comfortably padded and the contoured yoke relieves hips and lower back strain. This design keeps straps from wandering off your shoulders and distributes weight evenly. The leather loop attachment system for up to a 3" belt is included (5055K).

Occidental Leather 1546 Stronghold Lights

The 1546 is an ultra-light industrial nylon suspension set with a leather loop attachment system. It has pockets at chest height for pencils or clip-on items, comfortable to wear for even weight distribution. Heavy duty spring clips snap on and off. 

The 5044 work well for the taller builder above 6"2, a pair of these straps provide an additional 10” to the length of your suspenders. The 5509 kit of pre-riveted D ring loops attach your suspenders (model numbers 1546, 5009 & 5055) to additional belts for slip on attachment.

If you want some more advise on toolbelts, we have also written some Step-by-Step Guides on how to choose the set up best for you

Toolbelts Where to Start

Part 1 - What Belt is best for my toolbelt setup?

Part 2 - Toolbelts systems Off the Shelf

Part 3 - Toolbelt systems Build Your Own

Part 4 - Toolbelt Accessories

Part 5 - Do I need Suspenders?

Part 6 - Aftercare and Maintenance of Toolbelts

Part 7 - DiamondBack Toolbelt user review

Part 8 - Dead On Toolbelts user reviews

Part 9 - Occidental Leather user reviews

Part 10 - Badger Tool Belt user reviews

Part 11 - Buckaroo Toolbelt reviews

Credit images: @walshbuild @neconcreteforming2012 @biltar_  @northern_carpenter @barnwood_builders @wingnutless

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