Kuiu Hip Belt Buckle Modification

[Hunt_Jefferson]

I really like my Kuiu pack (the newer pro suspension) with the exception of the hip belt not curving in enough at the top to grip my hips when loaded heavy. The bottom of the belt grips fine but I can fit my fingers in from the top and touch my hip bones when it's really cranked down. You can somewhat manually tighten just the top by holding the buckle and lower webbing while tightening but with no way to lock it in it doesn't stay that way for long. Has anyone tried to modify the buckle to allow more top/bottom adjustment?

Maybe a triglide on the lower part before the buckle to stop the lower from tightening and force the top inward? Or a different buckle that can lock the lower tension and allow the upper to adjust?

Compared to the Seek Outside which has much more top/bottom adjustment:

 

[hereinaz]

Just get new buckles.

Its the Kuiu buckle allows the top and bottom to slide through the buckle.

The SO has the adjuster like a triglide on the end of the buckle so the slack from the bottom doesn't migrate to the top.

 

[hereinaz]

I can't remember the webbing width on my Kuiu, but this is a 2 inch buckle I would put on a pack.

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[Hunt_Jefferson]

I can't remember the webbing width on my Kuiu, but this is a 2 inch buckle I would put on a pack.

Amazon.com: SGH Pro Extra Thick Military Grade Dual Adjustable Quick Side Release Buckles 2' Wide 4 Pack Clips Snaps No Sewing Heavy Duty Plastic Replacement for Nylon Strap Webbing Boat Cover Backpack Fanny Pack

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Thanks, I picked one up. Hopefully it helps!

Edit: it works perfect, except the webbing is 1.5" instead of 2"