11. As a safety measure, four straps run from the ends of the rods to a waist belt . 12. They also wear heavy jewelry, such as 2-3 necklaces, sparkling bangles, waist belts and long oxidized earrings. 13. Most functional bracing is achieved using a waist belt and thigh cuffs derived from the Scottish-Rite orthosis. 14. With no frame and a skimpy waist belt , it's not recommended for the Tour du Mont Blanc. 15. Others picked up what appeared to be a waist belt that carries a canteen and other military supplies. 16. _Buckle all side and waist belts . 17. The weight should not be over the buttocks, he said, noting that a padded waist belt would be even better. 18. Several companies are now reinforcing them with metal stays along the back, extra cushioning in the shoulders and waist belts . 19. Half the zippers didn't work and those comfortable padded back straps and the all-important waist belt were ripping at the seams. 20. The special waist belt was integrated by Metcalfe in a special designed Soldiers'accoutrements, which he patented in 1876 ( see images ).