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			98% Recommend this product  (129 of 132 responses)   
	
		
		
			
				Durable but heavy
				 November 29, 2024
				We were looking for a bright orange check cord to use for training. This check cord is bright, easy to clean, it doesn’t hold moisture it wet conditions which is nice and the hardware is durable. Unfortunately there is no loop on the end of the end cord, so it can easily slip through your hands when it is fully extended. It is also very HEAVY, we were surprised at how heavy it is. Maybe it won’t be such a big deal for some users, but after the heaviness is anyone after your using it for a while. If this check cord had a loop on the end and it was less heavy it would be perfect. 
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Solid tool for training 
				 July 15, 2024
				I got a new pup this year and was in need of a new check cord. I talked to my breeder friend, and he recommended this style. 30’ length. The hand feel of the material is very nice, almost like bridle leather. It handles well when wet. Snag can be bothersome if it zips through your hand. I’ve put it away wet, and it’s been fine. I actually left it outside in the rain to clean it off one day. The brass is robust and smooth functioning. I like to loop it over my hand in a self arresting knot so the dog can’t slip away unless I let her. We sometimes use this while dog walking the neighborhood, I was worried about it showing wear on the gravel & pavement, but it’s still solid miles and miles later. Sometimes I wish it was 5’ longer, but 50’ would be a lot to wrangle. We even did shallow water training with it and it worked exceptionally well. I train with others and sharpied my name on it, it’s still steadfastly there. Having no handle or hardware allows it to slide through the brush really well, but it’s easier to train in grass than brush fields so you can focus on your dog not the check cord. 
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Feels niceDurableSolid brassDoesn
 
	
		
			
			By Mickey  Clinton Corners, NY 
			
				Very smooth, flexible, lightweight check cord for a young dog < 30#.  
				 April 17, 2024
				Exactly what I wanted and arrived quickly.  I would let a young dog “nibble” on it though, especially with baby shark teeth!
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Flexible, lightweight, easily cleaned
 
						Cons Can easily slide through your hands if you don
 
	
		
		
			
				Amazing check cord!
				 March 1, 2024
				This is a great invest for anyone! Very well made cord that you will not have to spend a day pulling briars out of after you’ve been in the field. Strong material and well stitched gives you confidence when giving corrections on a hard headed dog towards the end of range if needed to get the point across of who is in charge. It does get slick in moisture though making it a little difficult to keep a hold of. 
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Very sturdy allowing for firm corrections if neededYou never have to worry about picking briars out of it
 
						Cons Not the easiest to grip in wet conditions however cheap rubber grip gloves improve the grip
 
	
		
		
			
				Best Check Cord / Long-line
				 February 23, 2024
				When we got our first dog, we cheaped out and got the cotton/nylon long lines. As a bird dog, she drug that through everything under the sun and it began to deteriorate quickly. This long line is incredibly good quality and lasts. The rivets and brass definitely make it stand out from others. Our dogs love it! 
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros - Great quality- Ultra durable- Weather proof- Scratch resistant
 
						Cons Always get the longer than you expect. 30ft is a great length.
 
	
		
		
			
				Great product
				 July 6, 2023
				Durable, light weight and doesn’t tangle. Does everything it is supposed to.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Great Check Cord
				 May 20, 2023
				I really liked my 20 ft TufFlex and a friend saw it and liked it, so I bought him a 30 ft to help train his pointer pup.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Best check Cord
				 April 21, 2023
				Had them all, by far the best.   
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
			
			By Bill  Oregon City, Oregon 
			
				Great product
				 March 22, 2023
				The Gun Dog Supply 50’ K-9 Comfort check cord is awesome. Having 20 more feet just allows my pup more lead for exploring. 
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Tough leaNo handle to get caught up in brush
 
	
		
		
			
			
				Like it because its strong
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
			
			By Deb  Northwestern Maine 
			
				Handy product
				 February 3, 2023
				I purchased to give my dog more leeway other than a retractable leash.  I find it easier on him, less tugging.  I purchased the 30 foot lead.  The only thing I may have done differently was order the 40 foot one.  
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Great product
				 February 2, 2023
				Really love this long line. Easy to see. Don't need to worry about keeping it clean. Just wipe it down when needed.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Easy to see, not easy to handle in the cold
				 January 25, 2023
				After an old, flexible poly/nylon lead succumbed to my dog biting through it, I ordered this one as a replacement.  I was quite comfortable handling the old lead and letting it in and out on walks, but it was easily knotted and could deliver a killer rope burn/cut, if my dog caught me off-guard and bolted.  This replacement lead is a great bright color, is not likely to get knotted or caught if you drop it entirely.  However, living in Anchorage, it is stiff in cold weather and not as easy to loop in and out in my hands as I adjust my dog’s distance from me.  I am also disappointed that if I step on it to anchor my dog, it is stiff enough that it can slip from under even my studded boot.  Something about it being stiffer also has me accidentally getting my foot through it n a dangerous situation more often than the older, poly/nylon lead I had.  I suspect it will be better to handle when the weather warms, but not sure I’d buy this one again.
				
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Choice of great bright colorsChoice of lengthsHeavy duty clipMaterial doesn
 
						Cons Stiff in cold weatherHard to stop/anchor with foot to hold dog short while using handsHard to loop neatly in hands and handle smoothly without tripping myself somewhat regularly
 
	
		
			
			By Christopher G.  King George VA 
			
				Tuff Flex check cord
				 October 15, 2022
				Quality was perfect, was more than expected.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Great product 
				 September 13, 2022
				Easy to wash off great durable long lead that is perfect for training my dog 
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
			
			By Pat P.  Minneapolis, MN 
			
				TufFlex Check Cord
				 September 7, 2022
				Would give 4.5 stars. Was told it was indestructible, my dog got it caught under the bucket of the tractor and the outside split. The inner core is holding strong. The outer material sometimes snags but it is really a great cord. Will definitely be ordering another!
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Inner material strength Stays cleanDoes not tangle or knot
 
						Cons If it tears it may snag on softer foliage
 
	
		
		
			
				Very pleased 
				 July 20, 2022
				I like the hi vis color and cleanability. Suprised about no hand loop but its solved a long term problem which is the loops catching on something while the dog is running leash on in an area where he could get snagged. Now I can make my own loop in knot form as needed or tack to form my own permenant
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Awesome lead
				 June 28, 2022
				Doesn’t burn you hands and pulls easy behind the dog through the brush. Best lead I’ve ever used.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Not a hand burner and keeps clean
 
	
		
		
			
			
				Works as advertised and doesnt snag going thru and around brush while training for the blood tracking portion of the VGP. Would recommend for sure.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Great for non-tangle pond training
				 June 28, 2022
				better in the cattails
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros easy to see in orange and better than rope
 
	
		
		
			
				I love this line!
				 June 24, 2022
				I purchased the 30’ Tufflex check cord so that I could practice long line work with my Clumber Spaniel Wil, who I don’t yet trust off lead in the field.  It’s very sturdy but also lighter than other long lines I’ve owned.  It’s hard to see in the photo because the grass is tall but the cord is bright and easily visible.  I’m planning on purchasing more of these check cords as gifts for my training buddies!
				
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros LightweightSturdyLarge claspWaterproof
 
	
		
		
			
				Slippery when wet!
				 April 30, 2022
				I am pleased with this line. It has great visibility, runs smoothly through grass and brush without tangling up and is light weight yet durable. My favorite part is how easy it is to clean and keep odors from taking over the storage area. My shorter woven line requires a sudsy soak and some hang time after a wet training day but this TufFlex line just wipes clean.
The only downside is that it is very slippery when wet! Nearly lost control after a solid tug from my hard running boy. An adjustment in my grip solved the problem but it caught me off guard on the first use.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Light weightHigh VisibilitySmoothEasy to Clean
 
	
		
		
			
				Perfect for my pointer pup
				 April 19, 2022
				Used to use ropes which tangled and got wet. This is a game changer for puppy
Manager and also holds up to chewing :)
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Great product for training
				 April 18, 2022
				Great check cord. Nothing gets stuck on the material and it is durable and easy to see. 
				
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Easy to seeLightDurableNothing gets stuck to it
 
						Cons Gets knotted if not rolled and stored properly just like any long rope
 
	
		
		
			
				Great product 
				 March 9, 2022
				Received mine as a gift.  Bought one for my nephew.  I train dogs for a profession and it make learning so much easier for dog and human .
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Lightweight, easy on your hands, quick clean up.
 
	
		
			
			By EK  Wilsonville, Oregon 
			
				Great for Training and Hunting!
				 February 27, 2022
				We purchased this 30 ft. line from Gun Dog Supply, and we've been very happy with our purchase thus far! Our dog is just a little over a year and this cord works wonders in keeping her within a safe range of us. 
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Easy to clean, durable material, no more rope burns on my ankles, easy to see in dark forests, keeps dog at a safe distance and helps as a training aid.
 
	
		
		
			
				Exactly as described
				 January 20, 2022
				This check cord is durable, seemingly non-staining, and doesn't seem to get caught up on a lot when the dog is running around. Great check cord! The only issue is its cost. It's justifiable as I don't believe you'll have to replace this check cord over multiple dogs.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Durable and non-staining.
 
						Cons Price point. Hard to justify over buying some rope and making your own.
 
	
		
		
			
				Great check cord
				 December 28, 2021
				I got the 10' cord on closeout and I liked it. It does not get nearly as wet as the cotton cord that I had, and it slides thru the grass and over deadfalls much better than the cotton cord. It has a good feel in your hand and does not burn like a nylon cord might. I would buy it again.
				
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Stays drySlides through grass and thickets easilyFeels good in your hand
 
						Cons None really that I have found
 
	
		
		
			
				Excellent check cord
				 December 28, 2021
				This check cord is nice quality and does what it’s supposed to do. I live in the desert, so any type of rope material picks up cactus spines and other pointy stuff. The TuffFlex check cord hasn’t picked up any cactus spines thus far!
The TuffFlex check cord does a pretty good job of not getting hung up on all of the brush in the areas I hunt. It is a cord, so it will get hung up on really thick nasty brush, especially when the dog is an over zealous 1.5 year old. I bought the 30 foot, but will probably get the 50 ft and the 10 ft as well. 
Shipping was top notch and fast as always. Thanks GDS.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
			
			By ARIC P.  Central Louisiana 
			
				Bright but soft grippy covering. 
				 December 6, 2021
				Might work for a 45+ lb dog. My dogs are 20 lbs give or take a few. Outer covering is soft rubber. Hard to pull through brush once they zigzag through a few trees/bushes the dog is stuck. 
Guess I’ll buy some rivets and make some cool leashes.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
				
				
				
				
						Cons Soft covering creates a lot of drag through brush.
 
	
		
		
			
				An essential tool for dog training
				 October 28, 2021
				Can't say enough good things about the TufFlex material.  This check cord has worked beautifully for our 1 year old Lab.  She has the freedom to swim and explore and we have the piece of mind knowing that if needed we can keep her out of trouble.  This check cord is light weight and does not pick up debris.  Clean up is a snap.  We use a damp paper towel to wipe it down with and the cord is like new.  There is no knotting and it slides through reeds and weeds that would usually tangle up a cord.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Price point is reasonable.  The material is durable.
 
	
		
		
			
				Satisfied customer
				 September 22, 2021
				As always, Gun Dog Suppy delivers their product in a timely basis. I ordered this for training our 8 mo old Airedale Terrier to come. Right now he loves to play with it, so a work in progress….I will continue to order from this company as the need arises. 
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Great lead to work dogs in the field and training during an early season hunt
				 September 20, 2021
				I was so pleased with the first lead I bought several years ago that I gave it to a friend who needed to train her puppy. I just replaced it for my two dogs early season refresher training.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
			
			By Customer  Madisonville, LA 
			
				Great piece of training equipment 
				 September 12, 2021
				Really good piece of equipment for the price. 
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Sturdy and rolls of easily without tangling.
 
	
		
		
			
				Great Product
				 September 1, 2021
				Simple and effective.  Great for training your pup.  Material cleans up easily and doesn’t get snagged like braided leads.  
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				K9 Comfort check line
				 July 31, 2021
				This is a great check cord.  I’ve tried other check cords, nylon rope check cords webbing check cords and with the tufted material, it is less of a problem snagging on brush etc. the the rope or web cords.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
			
			By Patrick  Robertsdale, al 
			
			
				Slides smooth, and doesn’t get hung up. 
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Best check cord
				 July 22, 2021
				It slides so easily through heavy grass and cover. Excellent hardware as well
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Made with quality products, durable and easy to clean.
				 July 9, 2021
				Whoever made this put some thought into it. It's made with a heady duty clip and the rubber cord does not get caught on limbs or debris as your dog drags it on the ground. I love the fact that if it gets dirty you can just wipe or hose it off. I'm very happy with this product!
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Quality madeVery durableCleans easilyBright color makes it easy to seeComfortable to work withDoes not hold any odor
 
						Cons Wish I would have found it sooner.
 
	
		
		
			
				Great Solution!
				 April 26, 2021
				This is the perfect solution for training a puppy. Easy to see - even when dirty in the tall grass.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Tufflex check cord
				 April 13, 2021
				Same materials used as the Tufflex collars, not stiff and well made. Should last a lifetime. Nice clasp on the end to secure your pup. 
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
			
				Made out of great  material, perfect check cord for training in the field 
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
			
				No snags--super strong.  Gets the job done.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				quality check cord
				 March 17, 2021
				easy to hang on to, no gloves needed
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros Stays straight and doesn't kink/knot up. Easy to hang on to and no rope burn.
 
	
		
		
			
			
				Built well and affordable. I have 3 in the kennel. 
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Perfect 
				 February 10, 2021
				Perfect for land and water work. Easy to keep clean
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Perfect for Summer and Winter training work
				 January 22, 2021
				After picking burrs mud and water out of our previous check cords, this TufFlex check cord has been an invaluable tool in working on dogs through brush, burrs, water, and snow because nothing sticks to it. 
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros durable, waterproof, mudproof
 
	
		
		
			
			
				I clip it on the harness of my Doberman pup and he can do his zoomies until he is trained on the electric fence.  Because it does not tangle or get caught on trees, I can't step in it to stop him.  I wear grip work gloves using it in the wet grass/ snow.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
				
					
						Pros does not tanglemoves smooth around treesdoes not get muddy
 
	
		
		
			
				Perfect
				 December 28, 2020
				For once a product that works as one would wish!  Completely "Off leash" is not yet an option during training for our 14 month retriever.  The 30 foot check leash has been just right - he can run through brush with it and it does not snag (as our other long training leashes did); at the beach it does not collect sand and thus does not "sandpaper" your hands (ditto for not collecting dirt/mud in the field, shakes right off).  He is getting better on recall but 30 foot is enough to keep control if he is tempted to become distracted.  We like the "orange" not only easy to see, but lets other pet owners know that he is "in class" thus maybe not ready for playtime.
				
			 
				
			 
				
			 
	
		
		
			
				Best Check Cord
				 December 26, 2020
				This is simply the best check cord I have ever used
				
			 
				
			 
				
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