I've always just worn whatever belt I received when I got promoted. Since recently getting promoted to Black Belt, I've decided to order a Kataaro. For those have one, which firmness do you prefer - soft or stiff?

I like the soft one better. My stiffer belt is still nice too but soft is my go to.

Thanks Dave for the response. Do you notice one coming untied easier/more often than the other?

Thanks Dave for the response. Do you notice one coming untied easier/more often than the other?

https://www.reddit.com/r/[...]arch_2022/ Put up my second big comparison post. More than happy to talk through any of the brands/models I have access to. For me, so far, Kataaro is the best, but I should be getting an Isami soon to compare it to.

I have a 1.75 inch (11 rows) STIFF Kataaro Deluxe Jujitsu Rank Belt in waiting and the quality difference to all my previous ones is drastic. Absolutely the nicest belt I've touched. It has not seen rolling use yet but the stiff version doesn't feel too stiff at all, makes a nice knot. Was $73 with embroidery. I preferred the classic stitched row look vs. the 'grappling weave'. Also browsing Kataaro's website.... how can I get promoted to THIS RANK in BJJ!!

Whoa dude, very comprehensive analysis. How many friggin' brown belts you got chillin at your house rn, holy crap. At least if there's a fire at your house you can for sure escape with your life lol.

I was also wondering what's the difference between Kataaro's Deluxe Jujitsu Rank Belt & 'IBJJF Legal' Deluxe Jujitsu Rank Belt... perhaps only that one can pimp the 'non-legal' one to an extent hat it doesn't fill the requirements anymore? At least I can't see why my Deluxe belt wouldn't be IBJJF legal.

I got my black belt from Kingz 4 years ago. It's still in the plastic wrap, so no experience with it yet. (Yes, I've pre-purchased my next belt.) All my previous belts were from tatami. Good quality.

jiujiterio belts are by far the best belts. Haven't worn a different one since purple belt.

what do you like the most / specifically about them sir?

the construction feels like no other belt I've worn in the past. clean design that doesn't tatter easily. Thick, but still soft enough to keep the knot tight during sparring.

I'm currently using Maeda's belt made from Gi material. It feels thick and sturdy. The knot, when you tie it, ends up being a bit bigger than cotton belts. It also tends to come untied less during rolls.