Flexi CL30T8.250.BL New Classic Tape Retractable Leash, Blue, Large/26′

I am on my fourth one of these leads. My dog weighs 95lbs and it gives him room for him to roam a bit on the trail.I used to use it with just his collar, but now I use it with a gentle leader. Why? because this gives me the ultimate control over him when he decides to lurch, lunge or run after something. It’s not the best way to do things, but for a dog who was easily trained to pay attention to me except when he wants to go for something, it keeps my 5’2″ frame from falling down after him.Pros: flexible length makes it easier to walk without being pulled all the time and not have to stop every few steps while dog sniffs.Cons: my dog was able to chew threw three of the leads easily with just a few quick bites. I’ve repaired several before replacing them.Caveats: Definitely use the safety collar that comes with the leash. You never know when it is going to snap and it will possibly fly toward your face when it does. This has not happened to me, but it has happened to others and is why they supply the safety collar with the lead.NEVER grab for the lead tape with your hand, especially when it is being pulled. I did. It was natural instinct. I have many times, because when he pulls and the lead is being drawn out, if you fail to push the lock down quickly enough, you will naturally try to keep it from going out with your free hand. Guess what happens? A DEEP gauge in the finger at the inner side of the knuckle. That happened to me this last week. And guess what? It has happened to many others. Just search it on google. (rope burn from dog leash)The manual warns us never to do this. But the truth is, it is a natural instinct in moments when your dog is running after another dog or deer or….So, this lead, as wonderful and flexible as it is, requires constant attention unless you have a fabulously behaved and well-trained dog. Otherwise, always wear gloves when using it. And expect that you may drop the whole thing and let it trail noisily after your dog if you want to save yourself from falling, getting cut, having it break and fly back at you should your big strong dog decide to chase something.I don’t blame the company or the seller for any of this. The warnings are all there in the booklet. AND I want you to be aware as you make your purchase.

This is my 2nd flexi leash. The first one I purchased 4 years ago. It still works fine, but is starting to fray due to taking my 55 pound labradoodle on a 2 mile walk every day rain, shine or snow. This leash is well made and operates very smoothly. I bought the large 26foot tape leash and it was bigger and heavier than I expected, but not unmanageable. The smaller cord leash was only rated up to 44 pounds so I got the bigger one to be safe. Overall I am very happy with it. If you are wondering, the harness is a “Paw Five CORE-1 Dog Harness size medium” and the patches are “U.S Navy Patch, Marine Corps Military Tactical Morale Badge Embroidered Patches”

Regarding “FLEXI New Classic Retractable Dog Leash (Tape), for Dogs X-Small to Large, 10-26 ft”: This Flexi stands-up to the incredible strength of my one year old male doberman, who is as strong as wild horse. The flexi never jams-up, always rewinds perfectly, never fails to do its job. I worry that the dog will hurt my shoulder or throw-out back, but I never worry that the Flexi will fail- it doesn’t. It does it’s job perfectly every time. This is a good and reliable product in every respect, based on my experience with it. I use it several times every day.

I bought this leash to replace a 15-year-old model that has finally worn out. The old one was much heavier, so I’m pleased that this one is less bulky. The tape seems good. I have a 10-month-old 60-pound puppy so this will see a lot of use. The handle seems a little slick but I have started using grip gloves so this will not be a big problem.

I am sure that this will work fine on a little dog, but if you have a large dog that pulls, you could dislocate your shoulder when he makes a run!