Shooters Connection makes this strong disclaimer on the DAA belt. It is oversized and designed that way purposely. Do not buy this belt without understanding that it can or will be difficult to get some if not all accessories onto. We will not accept any responsibility for it fitting your accessories. Saul has provided his reasoning in a statement at the end of the description. So i suggest not buying this belt without knowing what you are buying.
Double-Alpha Academy is proud to present the new Double-Alpha Competition belt. This new Inner & Outer shooting belt offers the best features for serious competition shooters.
The inner belt is designed streamlined and slim-profiled to prevent it from adding too much thickness under the outer belt. This helps to ensure you wear your gear close to your body in the most comfortable way. The inner belt is pointed at one end to facilitate easy threading through pant loops. Of course the inner belt carries the soft Velcro layer to prevent it from snagging on clothing or car seats when worn separately.
The outer belt is simply the strongest and stiffest belt on the market today, bar none!
It is constructed of a tough web nylon outer, covering a fiber reinforced polymer core which gives the belt its impressive rigidity.
We designed the belt to be slightly thicker than most others, so that the holsters and pouches mounted on the belt will sit firmly in place and will not rock or slide around. This makes it slightly harder to thread some makes of holsters and pouches, but all types of gear will fit.
The Double-Alpha Competition Belt is available in Black, Blue or Red, with the color boldly displayed in the wide middle section of the belt, not the trims.
Other features include:
• Top quality material and workmanship.
• Industrial strength Velcro of the highest standard.
• Both inner and outer belt have their size clearly tagged.
• Competition width 1.5”, to fit with all shooting gear used.
• Overlap length is already calculated in – so if you are a size 36” waist – you order a size 36” belt.
• Sizes available from 32” – 50”
• Smaller sizes (32”-34”) have an 18cm (7”) overlap section, while larger belts (36” and up) have a 24cm (9.5”) overlap section. This is to ensure the smaller size users have enough space on their belts for all their magazines pouches.
• An attractive and functional safety loop is included with every belt, carrying an embroidered “AA” logo.
Size chart:
Size Overall Length
32\" 100 cm, 39.4 in.
34\" 105 cm, 41.3 in.
36\" 116 cm, 45.7 in.
38\" 121 cm, 47.6 in.
40\" 126 cm, 49.6 in.
42\" 131 cm, 51.6 in.
44\" 136 cm, 53.5 in.
46\" 141 cm, 55.5 in.
48\" 146 cm, 57.5 in.
50\" 151 cm, 59.5 in.
I know some of you dont want to measure your waist. You dont really want to know do you? Please measure your waist and order according to the chart. If in doubt go one size bigger.
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From Saul on his belts.
Regarding the width of the belt: As I told you before - this was not a mistake, and not something I plan to "fix" or change. the belt is PURPOSELY made 1.5mm wider than the CR dimension is. we do this, so that the holsters and pouches sit rock solid and do not rock around on the belt. Yes, I am aware that it makes fitting the gear onto the belt harder, but, I believe this is the better choice. You may have to struggle a little ONCE to fit your gear onto the belt, but after that, you have a better performing set up. I too have had one or two complaints, but no returns. ALL types of gear I am aware of can be fitted onto our belt! Without modification to the belt of gear. in fact, in my display I have one belt on which we mount a GR, CR speed, Hoppner and Scheman and Ghost holster and pouches. and ALL fit.
DAA Competition Belt Vs. DAA Pro Belt
We currently offer two Double-Alpha belts, and I would like here to point out the differences between then, and give you the information you need to choose the DAA belt which best suites your need.
The DAA Competition Belt has been our IPSC belt since 2009. It has become hugely popular and appreciated by shooters around the world due to its extreme stiffness. This belt is VERY firm, which is, arguably, the most important feature of an IPSC belt. It is an excellent choice for those looking primary for performance.
However, some shooters, especially those with smaller waist circumferences may find it to be too stiff. Some have said they find it does not fold enough to follow the contour of their body as well as they would like. Additionally, in order to achieve this increased stiffness, we made this belt slightly thicker and slightly wider than most other manufacturers of inner/outer 1.5” belts. This means that fitting other manufacturer’s gear, which may need to slide onto the belt, such as CR Speed, can be very difficult. It can be done, but it is a struggle. This is no concern if you plan to use DAA holsters and pouches, as they do not slide on, but are assembled in place.
The newer DAA PRO Belt is designed for improved finish and appearance. The webbing used and overall appearance is more luxurious. It includes a rubberized (not embroidered) safety loop logo, a DAA logo on the inside of the inner belt webbing, and the cool new feature of a name-card holder built into the outer belt. With this, should you forget your rig on the range, it can be returned to you.
The DAA PRO Belt is very slightly thinner and narrower than our Competition belt. It is more in line with the dimensions used by other 1.5” belt manufacturers, and so it is much easier to slide on gear from other manufacturers. And while it is still a rigid belt, it is not quite as rigid or stiff as our Competition belt. Some users will prefer this, for a more comfortable fit to their body. For comparison, it is probably just a hair more rigid than the CR Speed belt.
So in summary, those looking for the absolutely most rigid belt available, to make sure their mags and holster are rock solid as they run on the stage, and they plan to use the DAA holster and pouches (an excellent choice!) should look no further than the long-standing DAA Competition Belt. However those looking for a sleeker more luxurious looking belt, preferring perhaps a little more flex in the belt for a more comfortable fit, and/or planning to use gear from other manufacturers, may well find the new DAA PRO Belt better suites to their needs.
· Note that both belts share the same sizing chart and lengths.
First belt for USPSA
after years shooting IDPA every weekend all but one club in our area dropped IDPA. I needed a belt for USPSA and DAA is tops.
Great Belt
This is the most rigid and durable competition belt I have found. I run this on every competition rig I own. Don't hesitate to buy. On a side note, I wear size 34 pants and I run a size 40 belt.
Best belt anywhere
Excellent belt. If you read and follow the ordering instructions this belt will fit perfect.
Great Belt
The best belt I have ever used if your looking for a new belt get one you will not look back
Ranger
I just received my DAA belt. It is extremely rigid and the sizing was perfect. I had no problem fitting my DAA Racemaster holster onto the belt. It fit perfectly and with ease.