This belt is amazing! It was a few inches longer and was very easy to shorten. I took a pair of heavy duty scissors and cut off a few inches from the non-pointed end where the inch mark is so I know exactly how much to cut off. I like the ratchet segments that allow me to adjust the belt tension by about 1/4 inch per click, and the ratchet click sound is very useful when dressing in a dimly lit room. I also like that I can easily dispense a small amount after a large meal to make room.