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Pioneer Leather Lever Lifting Belt-Front
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Pioneer Black Leather Lever Powerlifting Belt-Front

Leather Lever Powerlifting Belt

**Please use our B.Y.O.B. Belt designer for additional customizations such as images, text, edging, stitching etc.**

  • Lifetime Manufacturer's Warranty
Regular price$91.00
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Size Guide

Pioneer Weightlifting Belt Sizing

Weightlifting/Power Lifting Belts are worn well above where you wear your shorts or pants, this means they are worn above the hip bones.

Your pant size is NOT your weight belt size.

To measure for the correct size, use a pliable measuring tape or seamstress tape. Measure around your waist, about 4 inches above where your pants are. *Do not “suck in”, measure in a relaxed state, then pull the measuring tape tight.

Use this measurement to choose your correct LEATHER WEIGHT belt size.

  • X-Small - 22"- 31"
  • Small - 27"- 36"
  • Medium - 31"- 40"
  • Large - 35"- 44"
  • X-Large - 39"- 48"
  • XX-Large - 43"- 52"

Use this measurement to choose your correct  NYLON/HYBRID belt size.

  • X-Small - 19"- 25"
  • Small - 24"- 30"
  • Medium - 29"- 35"
  • Large - 34"- 40"
  • X-Large - 39"- 45"
  • XX-Large - 44"- 50"

If you have any questions about your belt size or need a custom size, please contact us and we will be more than happy to help.

We are not able to accept returns on most belts due to wrong size.

Please make sure you review our sizing guide before purchasing.
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How do you choose the right lifting belt thickness?

Over time in the weight room most lifters can figure this out by trial and error or the wise council of veteran lifters. If you don’t know what you want or don't have access to different belts please read our belt thickness guide to learn more.

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This belt has the classic all leather look and feel. It is cut to your desired thickness and width. Keep in mind this belt is all leather and will be stiffer than a 10mm or 13mm belt with exterior suede.

This Pioneer Lever Powerlifting Belt features:

  • Endless laser burned customization options (available through the B.Y.O.B. Designer)
  • Vegetable tanned, full grain sole leather
  • Traditional or PAL lever
  • Handmade in the U.S.A.
  • Lifetime manufacturer's warranty
  • Treated, untreated, or black leather
  • 6.5mm, 10mm, or 13mm thickness

Recommended Uses:

  • Powerlifting
  • General strength training
  • Strongman

Product Notes:

  • 6.5mm belts will not have stitching unless specified
  • 10mm and 13mm belts must have stitching. We will default to white thread if no color is selected specification

Option Details

  • 6.5mm: This belt is single thick meaning it is constructed of a single piece of sole leather offering a very pliable yet supportive belt. This belt can be geared to new lifters looking for comfort or seasoned lifters that are advanced in their bracing technique. Belt stitching is only available upon request as it is purely cosmetic.
  • 10mm: This is a double thick belt meaning it is constructed of two (5mm) pieces of sole leather cemented, pressed, and sewn together. Keep in mind this belt is all leather and will be stiffer than a 10mm belt with exterior suede. These belts must have stitching and will default to white unless specified otherwise.
  • 13mm: You won’t find a stiffer belt than a 13mm all leather belt. It is constructed the same as the 10mm (two thicker 6.5mm pieces of sole leather) so it offers maximum thickness while still being legal for competition. This belt will require more break in time to become comfortable and molded to your torso, but will be worth it if you are looking for maximum stiffness. These belts must have stitching and will default to white unless specified otherwise.
  • Black Leather: The black leather option will be more pliable (due to the oil struck dye process) in comparison to the treated or untreated models. The finish is smooth and sleek looking but does not fall short on quality or durability.
  • 3" Width: 3" belts are geared for those with shorter torsos. They will cover less surface area and can be more comfortable than a 4" belt, especially for those who are…vertically challenged. If the 4" belt hinders your depth in the squat or starting position in the deadlift, then the 3" belt should be perfect for you!
  • 4" Width: 4" belts (or 10cm) is the "standard" or "norm" when it comes to power belts…It is a great starting point for most lifters of average or taller than average height. It covers the most surface area giving you the most support.

  • 5 stars: 72 (97%)
  • 4 stars: 1 (1%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 1 (1%)
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Emmett

Great quality belt and the pal buckle is worth the money

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Darryl

Best belt out there ive gone through them all and none of them compare to this one.

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Brian D.
Leather Lever Powerlifting Belt

Fantastic quality!

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ZJM

By far my favorite lifting belt. Does its job perfectly. Adjustability of the PAL is great for variations in clothing, bodyweight, event, etc. Looks phenomenal. Built sturdy with high quality components and has taken years of use and abuse. Plus, the company is top notch and supports the powerlifting and strongman communities. Pioneer gets my business any time I need a new piece of quality kit.

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George

The pal v2 is great and the leather belts are the best on any planet. Absolutely phenomenal. Try it.

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Ian

Outstanding quality at a solid price definitely the best belt option out there

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D.C.

Best Quality there is.

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J.a.

Very happy with quality.

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Gavin

I like it

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James

Takes a while even for a plain design but is true to size and great quality. Really good job

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Brad

Top quality awesome products.

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Jose G.
Quality that lasts

I had my belt for almost for almost 4 years and had no problems best belt I’ve ever owned. Someone stole it recently but will be buying another one soon!

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Conrad

Amazing quality! Love Pioneer

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JA
Industry-Standard Belt 100% Recommend

I researched many belts currently on the market and came across Pioneer Fit through a friend and Reddit. The opinion consensus was that they are study, well-built, and reliable belts that will last a lifetime. I did email customer service several times to ensure I had the right size and it is spot on. The lever feels very sturdy and is easy to assemble/disassemble to optimize your fit. Everything feels very premium. I did use the builder to try and approximate the look of what I wanted my belt to be, and it was accurate. In the gym, it provides more stability than other belts I've tried from Amazon and what the gym has to borrow. I feel assured that it will support me on the heaviest lifts. I can't recommend this belt enough. I am incredibly happy with my purchase and will refer anyone who is incorporating heavier lifts to buy from Pioneer!

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Andrew D.
Greatest Belt Ever

Recently emailed with the team to fully customize a belt and first and foremost the process was insanely smooth and easy. The team worked with me and the million questions I had. Once I finally decided on my design the team got to work and I received my belt in about 7 weeks and it was everything I could have hoped for and then some. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

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Chandler

Picked up 730lbs with this beauty , better than SBD.

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E K.
Damn good belt

Tough and obviously built to last.

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Jennifer

Great customised Belt - just perfect

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Dominic

Its nice but i wish the would give direction on how to assemble it for sizeing and optimal performance

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Jeff M.
Buy nice, not twice

Excellent craftsmanship and the adjustable lever is great for making small changes based on desired bracing. The leather(10mm) is very stiff so if you’re coming from a “sporting goods store Velcro belt” it will take some getting used to. I’m told it’ll break-in and soften up over time but I’m actually liking the rigidity for the feedback it provides on trunk position. 10/10 would buy again although I don’t think I’ll ever have to!

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T.L.

Phenomenla in terms of shipping

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Mumsad

Amazing belt love the look of it and it’s just perfect for every lifts!!

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John L.

Phenomenal for both strongman and powerlifting

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Josh

Very crisp. Can tell will last forever!

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Mario R.

The order was never delivered. $160 down the drain.

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Will B.

Build quality is excellent and everything is very sturdy, HOWEVER the lever doesn't sit flush/stable with the 6.5mm option and is very wobbly without making some custom adjustments. I looked through everything and this isn't listed anywhere in the FAQ (that I could find at least) that the 6.5 option doesn't work well with the lever which is pretty disappointing for a $160 belt.

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Marc A.

My son loves this belt!!! Wears it for those heavy lifts and fit perfectly. Thanks so much for creating a belt that actually works and gives confidence in the lift.

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Richard

Very good quality would love to buy another one

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Justintime

Really fantastic belt! The 10mm is perfect for me and the lever action belt is smooth and allows for reasonable adjustments without needing to move the attachment. The belt has many additional holes that will permit me to wear this belt for years to come.

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Diego

Feels amazing. Well made, worth the wait if you do any customization.

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GC
Great belt

Awesome belt. Hit a new deadlift pr with this bad boy a couple weeks after I got it. Very nice quality, the PAL lever is awesome as well! Definitely recommend.

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Mason H.

Not only was it exactly what I wanted for style and comfortability but extremely easy to break in and absolutely an everyday lift item. Stylish and comfortable make for a perfect product.