Sometimes you need a belt to carry the weight and keep a bag secure and sometimes it just gets in the way. Having the ability to quickly add or remove the belt is a GREAT feature. you can stow it away inside the bag or strap it to the outside (maybe with one of the premium Sedona Orange straps?). The waist pouches are also nice to keep "smalls" handy if needed.
Okay, and the BIG message is that it is a comfortable belt. no point in wearing a belt that is only an instrument of torture. I realize that the belt may vary in comfort depending on the size of the bag used and the torso length of the user...but for me it was a great match. I am 5 foot five and am carrying the 41L PRVKE...so use that for comparison.