http://palmequipment
europe.com
By Dale Mears
This really is one of those products that speaks for its self. A simple yet effective product to add to the line up of the ever popular quick-release belts on the market. With SUP growing and more awareness of bank safety, the need for quick release belts has grown. This offering from Palm, although functionality similar to rival products, actually sits at a slightly lower price point for a padded belt. The difference I think this product looks more stylish than the competitors without any compromise to the function.
Palm Equipment quick release belt
Featuring two quick release fix lock buckles, one blue band to attach with a SUP leash or dry bag for quick access on the rear and one, which is the front fastening that is adjustable to suit paddler waist size or required fit. The webbing is 38mm, so reasonably thick plus the padding but when wearing with a BA sits comfortably below.
I have used this on white water a few times and it isn’t restricting and on the flat it is useful to waist mount a SUP leash preventing the leash dragging on the board or in the water. The quick release on the front is easy to grip thanks to a plastic toggle and when pulled quickly releases with minimal effort. The belt also floats thanks to the padded foam inside. I know some people like a simple webbing strap but having tried this I much preferred the padded belt.
Also used by Antony Ing, one of the UK’s top white water SUP coaches and paddlers, it comes with a good vote of confidence. All in all a simple but highly effective product that does exactly what it should.
