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Ruffwear Flat Out Leash

Hiking & Camping > BackpacksRated: ***** by 4 reviews.

Mountain Gear

Head out for a run with Ruffwear's Flat Out Leash securely clipped to Rover's collar at one end and around your waist at the other for comfortable, hands-free running. When your romp is over, hold the handle of this 6-foot leash crafted with strong, 1-inch webbing in your hand, and when you stop at the outdoor bistro downtown, clip the leash around a sturdy table leg while you both take a breather with a bowl of water and an espresso.

Features:

  • Clip into his collar or chain easily via the E-Z clip leash attachment
  • Convert the handle from handheld leash mode, to the waist-worn and to fixed with the side-release buckle
  • In busy intersections, firmly grasp the durable traffic handle
  • When you're walking, keep Rover mannerly and polite to the public without completely restricting him on a 6-foot lead

Rock/Creek Outfitters

The Flat Out Leash by Ruff Wear looks normal, but when used for a nice walk, it "unleashes" its surprises.  Use it like a standard leash, or use the buckle to tighten around your wrist when needing a break or walking fast, and then when you want to run or walk hands free, simply lengthen the buckle to wrap around your waist.  Finally, clip the leash around a hitching post to let everyone rest.
A strong 25 millimeter tubular webbing with a side release buckle. 

Features:

  • E-Z Clip leash attachment makes clipping to collars a breeze
  • Side-release buckle allows for handle conversions: handheld leash, waist-worn leash, and fixed leash (clipped around a tree or post)
  • Strong 1-inch (25-millimeter) tubular webbing
  • Traffic handle provides a close grip and extra control
  • Versatile 6-foot (1.8-meter) length

Altrec

It may look simple, but the Ruffwear Flat Out Dog Leash (Patterns) offers more surprises than a puppy left alone for five minutes. Don't be fooled by basic appearances-this leash does it all. A typical walk may start out with leash in hand, then swap from handheld to waist-worn as the run begins. Clip the leash around a hitching post to let everyone rest.

Features:

  • 8" Traffic handle (at base of leash) provides a close grip and extra controlS” EZ Clip attachment to collar makes clipping to collars a breezeW/16” Opening on EZ snap
  • Material: 1" Tubular webbing
  • Side-release buckle allows for handle conversions: handheld leash, waist-worn leash, and fixed leash (clipped around a tree or post)W2" Length with 8” handle
  • Strong 1-inch (25-millimeter) tubular webbing
  • Versatile 6-foot (1.8-meter) length

USOutdoor.com

The Flat Out six-foot nylon webbing lead has some particularly useful features. It all starts at the handle: it is adjustable and utilizes a side release buckle. This built-in adjustability allows the lead to be converted from a hand held leash to a waist worn leash with a quick adjustment. The leash can also be clipped to a hitching post while you run in for a grande latte. When the need arises, a traffic handle positioned close to the E-Z snap hook lets you take control and rein in your pup.

Features:

  • Clip the handle around a nearby object to anchor your dog
  • E-Z snap hook easily clips into collars
  • Quickly adjust the handle to be waist-worn
  • Side release buckle equipped handle
  • Traffic handle—use when crossing intersections

Rocky Mountain Trail

It may look simple, but this leash offers more surprises than a puppy left alone for five minutes. Don’t be fooled by basic appearances—A typical walk may start out with leash in hand, then swap from handheld to waist-worn leash as the run begins.

Features:

  • E-Z leash attachment makes clipping to collars a breeze
  • Side-release buckle allows for handle conversions: handheld leash, waist-worn leash, and
  • Strong 1-inch (25-millimeter) tubular webbing
  • Traffic handle provides a close grip and extra control
  • Versatile 6-foot (1.8-meter) length
  • fixed leash (clipped around a tree or post)

Backcountry.com

Much more than just a piece of webbing with a clip, the Ruffwear Flat Out Dog Leash includes two separate handles to provide the right length for a secluded trail or a crowded city sidewalk. The main handle also has a quick-release clip which allows you to attach it to a picnic table, so your pup stays put while you enjoy an outdoor lunch with friends. Ruffwear used their E-Z snap hook to help you quickly release your pooch from the Flat Out Dog Leash when it's time to run free.


Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

It may look simple, but Ruff Wear Flat Out leash offers more surprises than a puppy left alone for five minutes.

Features:

  • 72 in. length with 8 in. handle
  • 8 in. traffic handle (at base of leash)S in. EZ snap attachment to collarW/16 Opening on EZ snap
  • Made with 1 in. tubular webbing
Buckle:Side-release buckle allows for handle conversions: handheld leash, waist-worn leash, and
Collar Attachment:Clip
Length:72in (183cm)
Manufacturer Warranty:1 Year
Material:1-inch nylon webbing
Recommended Use:Taking out the dog
Size:[Average]: 6ft. (1.8m)
Sizing:72" Length with 8” handle 1" Tubular webbing 8" Traffic handle (at base ofleash) 3” EZ snap attachment to collar 7/16” Opening on EZ snap

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ColorSize
Topo-945Camo-931Woody-925Daisy-920Glacial-Blue-415Forest-Green-307O / SN/A
Woody
Woody
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Camo
Camo
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Maze
Maze
       15.95
Glacial Blue
Glacial Blue
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Topo
Topo
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Black
Black
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Daisy
Daisy
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Forest Green
Forest Green
       19.95
Obsidian Black
Obsidian Black
       19.95
River
River
       15.95
Red Currant
Red Currant
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Legend

  •     - Rocky Mountain Trail
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
  •     - Rock/Creek Outfitters
  •     - USOutdoor.com
  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - Altrec

Ruffwear Flat Out Leash Reviews Summary:

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Reviews:

Perfect

Rating:*****

This leash is absolutely perfect. The strap is thick and durable. The collar clip is metal, not plastic like a lot of the other leashes. The handle is great too - It has clip on it so you can attach it to poles or whatever you may need to anchor your dog too. The size of the loop adjusts too so you can anchor them around pretty much anything. The size adjust can also be used to shorten the leash. My dog is a puppy right now, but when he grows up I am sure that the additional handle right next to the collar will be nice in case I need to keep him close. This is a fantastic leash - I highly recommend it for anyone with a larger dog.

kik2573629 at Backcountry.com on 10/07/2009

All around great leash, very versatile

Rating:*****
I have had this leash for about a month now and absolutely love it. I love being able to jog with the leash around my waist as well as using it like a "normal" leash. It is very durable yet lightweight.
B Haack at Altrec on 09/21/2009

Loved It!

Rating:*****

This leash was awesome! My puppy was left unattended with it and she chewed through one end. It was not the fault of the product in any way! I liked it so much that I ordered a new one that afternoon!

saskialynn2372231 at Backcountry.com on 09/26/2008

Awesome Leash

Rating:*****

This leash was exceptional in every way. It could have been a bit thicker, but it is tough anyway.

saskialynn2372231 at Backcountry.com on 09/22/2008