Chris,

I've been using an orvis back belt for the last 4 years and I wouldn't be without it! I'm not sure you'll find much difference between Simms, Hodgeman, Orvis or any of the others out there. As long as it has the adjustment you want/need and it is made of suitable material you'll wonder why you didn't own one years ago.

I love mine and use it not just for fly fishing but for any activity that I know I'll be on my feet for long periods of time. A trip to the dove fields last weekend was much more pleasant because I had my belt with me.

My advise - Get One! you'll not regret it.