Just turn it in your hand to straighten it. Had one for years, never had a problem. As it gets worn it loses its spring tension, take it apart and re-tension it. It's best to mark the lead about 2 feet from fully extended so you can lock it before the stitched anchor is reached, and always let them dry fully extended or they will weaken left coiled up and wet. It doubles as a self defence tool as well, especially the Professional 10 metre 50kg version, it's getting on for 900 grams.
LOLZ... Good protection tool! So is a Doberman and steel toe wellies. I have another of the same lead now and the stitched loop at the end is shorter, so doesn't come out far when it hits the end. ... So, it's never jammed once! 👍.
Thanks for the heads up ,also there's no slot to fit the poo bag dispenser this is a must in our house because the girls forget to puck up any bags before they go out
@@AOKUrbanHomestead1 I do see a couple on a particular walk... they have a little fluffy terrier and they got one of these after seeing mine. They do like it too. Maybe not too much of the down points with smaller less bonkers dogs! 🐕
We have a flexi classic 3 that we've had since 2006 or before. The cord is about half as wide as yours, so that may be a benefit as well as we've never had an issue with it. Happy New Year to you and Bruce-y! 🤟🥳🦄
Princess!!! Yeh, I have a shorter one with narrower cord. ... it doesn't jam, and the spring is stronger. ... I'm gunna make my own ! Happy new year to you and yours!
Thank you. And sorry for the delay. My inbox is not working, I just went through my recent videos and then thought a check on most popular might be needed. Flexi were meant to send me a new design to test! However, they sent the same🙄. But when I totally unravel it, the stitches loop at the end is actually smaller, so I don't think it will jam. It might be random variations in the model. I emailed back saying I was under the impression that I was to receive a new design as shown in their email to me.... but heard nothing back. I will try once more,,, then just start using the new one they sent. This on is getting a little frayed. There are other brands that do a retractable lead with a brake as well as lock. But only 5 metres. I really want a 10m with brake! Cheers 🐕
Interesting.. As I said, this is my second one. And the first one jammed too. Does your dog properly charge about like a nutter like Bruce? Flexi emailed me and said they wanted to send me a new lead to test. Awesome! They sent the same type 🤔 I emailed back questioning and said I was under the impression that I was getting a new design. And the one pictured in the email was different. .. I got a generic email back saying hes out of the office till 23 of last month... And still not had a reply yet. Maybe the office is shut due to the virus. But it's strange. So I await some news and the one they sent is stashed for now at least, incase they want it back. It might be a random variation of where the stitching is at the reel end. As in the one I have now, jams more than my old one, and the stitching comes out further than my old one. The new one they sent, the stitching does not come out the end. So I don't know if that is the new design. .. but why send a picture of a different lead all together? So who blummin knows! Cheers 👍👊🐕
@@UK-Blue yes she's a boxer dog yep she charges about like the devil is chasing her, it is strange that they sent you the same lead, if I have any problems with mine I Will Keep you posted, stay safe in these worring times👍
Hello, how is the leash, still fully functional? Now there is a giant professional version, is it any different from the Giant version without the professional inscription?
@@UK-Blue ah, I didn't notice because I was looking through the videos quickly :). Does this professional version differ only in length and nothing else from the non-professional version? I wonder if my greyhound will break the leash because he pulls terribly and is not trained to walk on a loose leash.
@SebastianPolakk Yes, I think it's the difference between the 8 and 10 meter. They are rated for 50 kilo dogs. Bruce was 50 kilos plus a bit in his latter years. And REALLY slamed the end of the lead sometimes. So should be good for your hound. Think about getting the Ankol bungee, I use the double bungee for better shock absorption. 👍👍👍
Hey Bruce!! Grace says Hey 👋 I use the 30-35’ Flexi. It twists too, however as it rewinds it straitens out. Maybe once in awhile I need to twist it once to get it perfect. The spring is super tight as well, and the hole is big, but seems to work properly for me. I got it from PetCo. Their website (Flexi) is www.flexi-northamerica.com As always if you wanted to try one and they’re not available in the UK, I’d be happy to intercede on Bruce’s behalf and get one Stateside and ship it to you. BTW...still in the 60/70’f here...Grace is wanting to hike today, I get no rest 😂
Good point Captain. It would still twist but I'd just have to keep unwinding as I do at present. I've thought of a few mod's and alterations... I must suggest to the manufacturer and get a cut!
@Black n Tan develop your own prototype and have it patented before contacting a manufacturer. you are quite capable of being an inventor and getting the reward for such!
@@Warlanda I've just been thinking the same... I discussed it with my brother a while ago too. I have it in my mind... Need to do some good drawings and look at patent and get a manufacturer to knock me up a few. ... I've had a few ideas for mountain bikes before... discussed with people such as Steve Peat. A mate who has been at the top of professional cycling for years. ... low and behold... they came out. I really should do something this time!
Yeh, don't use in the woods! You'll get tangled! LOLZ. Main thing is please use with a harness ,,,, so when you dog hits the very end, or you have to hit the lock there's no harm done like if it were attatched to a collar. How big is your dog? ..... Bruce has a few times hit the end of the lead and really hurt me, and had me flying! .... So be aware of that, and try to train / get used to calling the dog back if running towards the end of the line. So the main concern with them is the potential for shock (not electric) at the end, or hitting the lock. Great leads though!
Just looked on eBay... very few... Found this. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Flexi-Giant-Dog-Lead-Professional-Retractable-Extendable-Tape-Leash-ML-XL-8m-10m-/293005498566?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0 Are you in the UK?
Mate.. it's good. The other (new one) I have has not jammed at all. Because the stitched loop at the end of the reel doesn't come out too far... so it can't jam up. They might have a totally different design now, one with a brake as well as the lock. They sent me a picture of it but sent the old style 🤔... I emailed back to check if they fucked up. But never replied. So I recently started using the new one. 👍 But don't buy ruffwear harnesses! See my recent reviews....
@@UK-Blue Hey, does it wind back up while wet, and if you didn't let it dry beforehand, does it come back out normally? I have encountered that with them. They mold inside.
@@frankenz66 I do often just let it wind in and leave it like that while wet. I've never had a problem with it starting to go mouldy. But then it's used several times a day so not sitting festering. I do sometimes leave it out hanging out to dry. Often do pull it all through a tightly held towel. 👍
Just turn it in your hand to straighten it. Had one for years, never had a problem. As it gets worn it loses its spring tension, take it apart and re-tension it. It's best to mark the lead about 2 feet from fully extended so you can lock it before the stitched anchor is reached, and always let them dry fully extended or they will weaken left coiled up and wet. It doubles as a self defence tool as well, especially the Professional 10 metre 50kg version, it's getting on for 900 grams.
LOLZ... Good protection tool! So is a Doberman and steel toe wellies.
I have another of the same lead now and the stitched loop at the end is shorter, so doesn't come out far when it hits the end. ... So, it's never jammed once! 👍.
I thought I was the only one that thought of using this for self defence. I think this one though, would be lethal.
Thanks for the heads up ,also there's no slot to fit the poo bag dispenser this is a must in our house because the girls forget to puck up any bags before they go out
Great review my friend! Happy New Years!
Cheers Interp 🍻
All the best! 🐕
Hey Wesson
"Dirty Puddle shite" omg I laughed so hard :D
🤣🤣🐕
Glad you were amused!
I only ever knew one lass call Karina... Was your maiden name Woods? 😁
Nice review! Good info! MaMa says good thing I don’t need one that long! 👍🏻❤️😃🦊
You would benefit... 🤣🐕
That's one long lead, what a beautiful dog!
I meant to mention you! As you were asking about this. 🤗🐕👍
@@UK-Blue it looked like it was to much trouble and I think to long for our little baby's! Thanks for the share!
@@AOKUrbanHomestead1
I do see a couple on a particular walk... they have a little fluffy terrier and they got one of these after seeing mine. They do like it too. Maybe not too much of the down points with smaller less bonkers dogs!
🐕
O Bruce..🐕.. u are luckier than me😝
So loved, free and spoilt and cruising a beautiful countryside💝🤗
I love it up by this river.. can't wait to get back there...
Apart from the Midges and Ticks at this time of year.
Thank you 🐕🤗
@@UK-Blue keep enjoying lifes beauty...💐🐕😋
We have a flexi classic 3 that we've had since 2006 or before. The cord is about half as wide as yours, so that may be a benefit as well as we've never had an issue with it. Happy New Year to you and Bruce-y! 🤟🥳🦄
Princess!!!
Yeh, I have a shorter one with narrower cord. ... it doesn't jam, and the spring is stronger.
...
I'm gunna make my own !
Happy new year to you and yours!
@@UK-Blue you'd probably do a better job than what's on the market....do I see an Etsy store in your future???
@@indyiceprincess
Probably would!
An etsy store,,, probably,,, whatever that is! LOLZ
@@UK-Blue seriously???? Etsy.com. geeez, you English cousins of ours... 🤭🤣😉
@@indyiceprincess
I know 🙄🤣
Thnx for the review. I'm looking for a new one for my Siberian husky master puller. I think I'll keep using my lead. Can't have it jamming on me
Thank you. And sorry for the delay. My inbox is not working, I just went through my recent videos and then thought a check on most popular might be needed.
Flexi were meant to send me a new design to test! However, they sent the same🙄. But when I totally unravel it, the stitches loop at the end is actually smaller, so I don't think it will jam. It might be random variations in the model. I emailed back saying I was under the impression that I was to receive a new design as shown in their email to me.... but heard nothing back. I will try once more,,, then just start using the new one they sent. This on is getting a little frayed.
There are other brands that do a retractable lead with a brake as well as lock. But only 5 metres. I really want a 10m with brake!
Cheers 🐕
Wow 😍😍😍
Very good 10 meters collar 🤙🤙
Your doggie very comfortable n enjoying 🤙🤙😀😀
Happy new year 🎊🎈🎉🍾🎊🎈
10,sub👌
He's a happy boy!
All the best to you for new year!
🤗🐕
Great review
Thank you sir.
Good leads.👍
I'm just in the same place as this video, but unfortunately Bruce is with me only in spirit.
Sometimes I wonder if the people designing gadgets put much thought into their job at all these days.👍💯
I'm with ya there Mr. 🙄
All the best to to you and yours!
Could also be used as a Mission Impossible Retraction Cable ?
Only with that stronger blummin spring! 🤣🐕👊
I have the 8m one and have never had a problem, but good review anyway👍
Interesting..
As I said, this is my second one. And the first one jammed too.
Does your dog properly charge about like a nutter like Bruce?
Flexi emailed me and said they wanted to send me a new lead to test. Awesome! They sent the same type 🤔
I emailed back questioning and said I was under the impression that I was getting a new design. And the one pictured in the email was different. ..
I got a generic email back saying hes out of the office till 23 of last month... And still not had a reply yet. Maybe the office is shut due to the virus. But it's strange. So I await some news and the one they sent is stashed for now at least, incase they want it back.
It might be a random variation of where the stitching is at the reel end. As in the one I have now, jams more than my old one, and the stitching comes out further than my old one. The new one they sent, the stitching does not come out the end. So I don't know if that is the new design. .. but why send a picture of a different lead all together?
So who blummin knows!
Cheers 👍👊🐕
@@UK-Blue yes she's a boxer dog yep she charges about like the devil is chasing her, it is strange that they sent you the same lead, if I have any problems with mine I Will Keep you posted, stay safe in these worring times👍
@@fulwoodphantom
Cheers,, you too.👊
@@UK-Blue you from sunny sheff
@@fulwoodphantom
I am. Though now living in my camper and isolating 🙄 in the hills of Dumfries and Galloway.
Where are you?
Hello, how is the leash, still fully functional? Now there is a giant professional version, is it any different from the Giant version without the professional inscription?
Still holding up. 👍
This is the pro... 10m.
Clue is in the title 🤣👊🙏
@@UK-Blue ah, I didn't notice because I was looking through the videos quickly :). Does this professional version differ only in length and nothing else from the non-professional version?
I wonder if my greyhound will break the leash because he pulls terribly and is not trained to walk on a loose leash.
@SebastianPolakk
Yes, I think it's the difference between the 8 and 10 meter.
They are rated for 50 kilo dogs. Bruce was 50 kilos plus a bit in his latter years. And REALLY slamed the end of the lead sometimes.
So should be good for your hound.
Think about getting the Ankol bungee, I use the double bungee for better shock absorption.
👍👍👍
@@UK-Blue Thanks for the advice. I will do as you advise. Regards
Hey Bruce!! Grace says Hey 👋
I use the 30-35’ Flexi. It twists too, however as it rewinds it straitens out. Maybe once in awhile I need to twist it once to get it perfect. The spring is super tight as well, and the hole is big, but seems to work properly for me. I got it from PetCo. Their website (Flexi) is www.flexi-northamerica.com
As always if you wanted to try one and they’re not available in the UK, I’d be happy to intercede on Bruce’s behalf and get one Stateside and ship it to you. BTW...still in the 60/70’f here...Grace is wanting to hike today, I get no rest 😂
Cheers Robert...👊
Grace is a Doberman.....
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...
...
Of course you get no rest!
I snapped the piece off where the lead going in to create a round hole for the lead to go back in and not get jammed
Thank you Lee.
So you mean that noggin thing with the groves? Pair of pliers job?
Black n Tan yes mate I used my dremel tool and a pair of pliers as I got fed up with the lead catching on it over and over
@@Ninjatoka
I still haven't got round to altering it... but intend to.
Check out my new video,,, at the end... 😁👍
It is noted as neon. How does that work at night. We have no street lights.
Ah,,,, maybe a head torch.
looks like a cord/round design could work better that a flat/tape design?
thinking of a plumbing snake; it can't jam because it's round.
Good point Captain. It would still twist but I'd just have to keep unwinding as I do at present. I've thought of a few mod's and alterations... I must suggest to the manufacturer and get a cut!
@Black n Tan develop your own prototype and have it patented before contacting a manufacturer.
you are quite capable of being an inventor and getting the reward for such!
@@Warlanda
I've just been thinking the same... I discussed it with my brother a while ago too. I have it in my mind... Need to do some good drawings and look at patent and get a manufacturer to knock me up a few. ...
I've had a few ideas for mountain bikes before... discussed with people such as Steve Peat. A mate who has been at the top of professional cycling for years. ... low and behold... they came out.
I really should do something this time!
@@Warlanda
I did email Flexi saying I have ideas, and can I get on the R+D team. 🤣
+Black n Tan one has to follow through when the muse speaks!
I got mine today any tips for using it for the first time when walking my dog?
Yeh, don't use in the woods! You'll get tangled! LOLZ.
Main thing is please use with a harness ,,,, so when you dog hits the very end, or you have to hit the lock there's no harm done like if it were attatched to a collar.
How big is your dog? .....
Bruce has a few times hit the end of the lead and really hurt me, and had me flying! ....
So be aware of that, and try to train / get used to calling the dog back if running towards the end of the line.
So the main concern with them is the potential for shock (not electric) at the end, or hitting the lock.
Great leads though!
@@UK-Blue fair enough I walk my dog in the Woods alot and Open Fields. Yep I use a Harness always on my dog. And my dog is a Miniature Schnauzer
@@scottybee8
Sweet!
Not a 50 kilo bomb, you'll be good! 🤣
I can’t find this leash anywhere!!
Just looked on eBay... very few...
Found this.
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Flexi-Giant-Dog-Lead-Professional-Retractable-Extendable-Tape-Leash-ML-XL-8m-10m-/293005498566?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0
Are you in the UK?
Does it still work?
Yes! 👍👍👍
The new one doesn't jam in when it gets to the end.
They are good.... worth getting....but just not perfect.
Its good?
Yes. 👍
Use with harness, not collar. 🙏🐕
Polish Hunting Dog?
No, he's a pure Doberman. Very Doberman, LOLZ 🤣.
I wasn't aware and I just googled Polish hunting dog. Lovely hound. Thanks for that! 👍👊🐕
@@UK-Blue Oh yes, I can see difference now - ears.
Greetings.
@@szymex1
He's a very big hound for a Doberman, weighs 50 kilos or so, he was 52 kilos.
How big and heavy is your Polish?
@@UK-Blue 28-30 kg and smaller than doberman.
It sounds like there's an opportunity to make some money on making better dog leashes!
Absolutely!
Cheers Chip. 👍🙏🐕
Shorten it by 9 meters then it will have no bad points.
Brilliant! 🤣🐕
My new one doesn't jam. The loop at the end doesn't come out far enough 👍
Guess I wont bother with that then
Mate.. it's good. The other (new one) I have has not jammed at all. Because the stitched loop at the end of the reel doesn't come out too far... so it can't jam up.
They might have a totally different design now, one with a brake as well as the lock. They sent me a picture of it but sent the old style 🤔...
I emailed back to check if they fucked up. But never replied. So I recently started using the new one. 👍
But don't buy ruffwear harnesses! See my recent reviews....
ruclips.net/video/4RqSolzkGOQ/видео.html
Sounds like a flop.
LOLZ.. good one!
Though not a total flop... 🤣🐕
@@UK-Blue Hey, does it wind back up while wet, and if you didn't let it dry beforehand, does it come back out normally? I have encountered that with them. They mold inside.
@@frankenz66
I do often just let it wind in and leave it like that while wet. I've never had a problem with it starting to go mouldy. But then it's used several times a day so not sitting festering. I do sometimes leave it out hanging out to dry. Often do pull it all through a tightly held towel. 👍