for a 36" waist is a medium or large belt?
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S (35.5"), approx. waist size: 30 - 34M (39"), approx. waist size: 36 - 40L (42"), approx. waist size: 42 - 46
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I have a 30-32 inch waist depending on how bad my week was (;P) and I bought a small. It has about an inch short of touching one end to the other on me. For a 36" waist, if you want to be able to put stuff very close to your front I'd recommend a large (that's great for, say pistol mags on your strong side). If you really only want this to carry rifle mags on one side and a pistol on the other with maybe a rear dump pouch, medium might give you more leeway (but will probably deny you front real estate). I vote medium but i haven't seen one in-person. FYI the sides are 6 loops wide which equated to a quadruple 2x2 ar mag pouch plus a useless (because my rifle blocked it) 2x1 (2 wide) pistol pouch on the left. I mounted another 2x1 pistol mag carrier on the right along with my holster. Personally I say skip the whole thing and get a drop-leg mag carrier (ie Costa HSGI leg rig) and belt holster (having owned a plate carrier, battle belt, and multiple pouch/holster setups). It works perfectly with a PC (might need a drop leg pistol depending on your sides). Just keep those drop-legs as high as possible. The whole point is to clear your 'gear' which basically means plate carrier in this instance. Good luck.
1335119
I have a 34-36" waist depending on the clothing I wear. I took up all the slack in the web belt. It will just barely fit comfortably. Bottom Line: Way too much belt. It just isn't sized for a small to medium waist. The pouch itself is great!
237114
That is a medium, but remember a 36, is a large, and with the tightening tabs on each side of the waistline, you might do well to get a large. They can always be returned. When I received mine, I washed them in hot water, no detergent and by themselves. It made them fit better. J.R. Savannah, GA
280032
I've got a set of 'large', 'medium' and 'small'. I've got an almost 36" waist and all three sizes fit. The 'large' is very comfortable, the 'medium' is more firm and the 'small' seems somewhat reminiscent of what a girdle must feel like. I'm an old guy that exercises frequently and suspect repeating hernias. So all three have their use cases and I'm happy with the lot. BTW, the 'package' container portion seems the same size on all three, only the waist band differs.
333418
I have a 34" waist too and purchased a Large belt. For what I need, it is ok. If I were to buy it again, I would consider (though not sure) an XL, but not a Medium. I hope this helps.
244653
I'm 6 ft tall with a waist ranging from 32" to 36" ( low end summertime, high end winter fat ). Medium reg size fits well in winter and I need a belt in summer. That said , according to your numbers, go bigger. Not sure how much but if it's too big you can always wear a belt with them.
165118
I have a 32" waist and originally bought the small. The medium for me was the way to go. Plenty of room and I gave the small away. I would rather have a littler larger belt than too small. Buy the large and if its a hair too big it will still stick to the velcro.
1851678
I have a 34" waist and use a medium belt. It's a good snug fit but that's how I like it.
989139
I would go with the medium. I have a 34 waist and the large was just right. the length should not be an issue due to the elastic binding at the ankles.
493128
that was my issue. After buying the medium size I returned it and got the large. Large works out well for IWB with a 34 waist and OWB you will be at the second or third last hole on the belt leaving a fairly long tag. It's a good belt and great for EDC. I use it for business casual and with suits. No issues with it after 6 mos. Hope this helps.
36369
I can't remember if I purchased the large or the medium. I know my waist size is 33 and the belt is the same length as the 5:11 trainer belt that I purchased which was a large and fits sizes 36-38
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S - Small Waist 26" - 30"M - Medium Waist 29" - "33"L - Large Waist 32" - 38"XL - Extra Large Waist 36" - 42"
1635022
Hi Susan, my waist is 40 inches also and the medium fits fine. The strap is adjustable so you can make it smaller or larger than the 40 inches.
1624131
Belt is listed as a Medium. I've got about a 36 inch waist and wear pant size 34. The belt has about 12 additional inches of expansion and 4 inches of cinching left when I put the pack on and adjust the belt.
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I bought the large and they were about a 38'' waist. I wear 34'' to 36''. hope that helps.
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I have a 34" waist and have the medium belt, which at times I feel like the small might have been a better chose. So I think the medium would be about right since I always tighten it down to get support.
181471
Shock Doctor website states medium is for waist 30-34 and large is from 34-37 so should be safe with either.