I have used the noose lanyard exclusively for the past 4 years or so. I have never had a problem with this lanyard at all. You can adjust to you liking. I have also never had them rip apart or fall off in any way. I am sure they can break or fall apart, but I have yet to see that happen. I even use this lanyard in football season because it has the same feel and stays in place.
I used to use the smitty, but seem to would fall off or the loop on the shirt would rip.
Peace