The hip belt in that video looks as functional and comfortable as his girlfriends red hiking boots. The foam looks extremely stiff and cheap and the belt tightens from one direction only , which makes it a little less adjustable and comfortable compared to most internal frames . Notice he put it on and didn't even come close to touching his hips with the belt. Not only would I pack it and see how it feels, I'd walk a mile or two and see how that belt works.