22mm Hook and Loop Nylon Watch Strap for Garmin Fenix 8 / epix Pro/Tactix 8 (47mm), Quick Dry Ultralight Sport Wrist Band for Fenix 7/6/5, Instinct 3 45mm

Summary: Neat design, well made, lightweight and incredibly comfortable. I recently bought a Garmin Fenix 6 Pro which is much bigger and heavier than my old Garmin 645M. Didn't find the weight to be an issue provided the strap was tight although, as is often the case, the perfect position would have been between 2 holes. What was annoying, was that the standard strap tended to catch on shirts and jackets and move the watch around - worse than my old 645M (and on that watch the silicone strap loop had broken as a result after only a couple of months). This nylon strap is perfect: a snug, secure fit without being too tight and much easier to put on and take off than the standard strap - rocking my wrist with the old strap I could feel the watch move a little but with this nylon strap there's no movement at all. It's very low profile so doesn't catch on things and it looks good. Best of all, it's very lightweight (6g versus the 23.5g of the standard strap) which makes a huge difference. The design is very clever so at one end the velcro loop is on the inside of the band (so held in place and can't catch) and on the other end there's a plastic tab so the strap can't pull through - it's also a very snug width-fit through the pins to give extra security. It feels totally secure. The only thing that's not as good as the original strap is that it takes a few minutes to dry fully when washed after a run - but that's splitting hairs.

I'd been wearing my Garmin Fenix 6 Pro with the silicone strap that came in the box for the last two years, unwilling to spend the £75 Garmin ask for their nylon strap. The watch itself is superb, but has always been let down by my inability to get the perfect fit. It was always slightly too tight or too loose, never where I wanted it to be. When it was too loose, the watch would often cause frustration and discomfort wearing it under long-sleeved shirts. After two years, I finally relented and bought this strap. My hesitation had largely been down to an ill-conceived idea that surely cheap third-party bands couldn't be better than a manufacturer's original band, and did I really want to put a £15 strap on such an expensive piece of kit? I needn't have worried, I wish I'd bought this two years ago. It's made the Fenix 6 feel like a new watch. All of a sudden, it's comfortable during the day and at night. It sits perfectly on my wrist and for the first time since the day I bought the watch, I've forgotten that I have it on. It feels immediately lighter. I can't speak for durability yet, but I have no doubts about the strength of the velcro on this band. And, let's face it, I could buy five of these before I've spent as much as I would have on a single Garmin nylon band... if first impressions are anything to go by, I probably would, too. Edit: After almost 6 months of daily use, this strap remains one of the best purchases I've made. I've become accustomed to the comfort of wearing it and couldn't go back to Garmin's silicone band now. It's durable and shows no signs of wear at all despite being worn on runs, for hill walks where it's been covered in mud, and daily use including in the shower. There's no sign that the strength of the velcro is degrading either. I'd buy this again in a heartbeat.

This is actually the second Garmin nylon strap I’ve bought, and it’s just as good as the first (I just wanted a different colour). It’s made of soft, comfy material that feels nice on the skin, even if you’re wearing it all day. This doesn’t get sweaty as one may think and it's lighter than a silicone option. Plus, the snug fit not only feels good but also makes the heart rate sensor work better since it stays close to your wrist. Looks-wise, the strap’s simple and casual, so it goes with pretty much anything. It’s tough, too—my first one is still going strong after a ton of workouts, sweat, and rain. If you want something comfy that holds up well and even helps with heart rate accuracy, just get one!

The original strap was giving me really bad blisters so got the one instead and it’s Very comfortable. However, it absorbs so much water and takes ages to dry so you have to be careful!

I’m always dubious about buying ‘non official’ accessories, but considering my £35 Garmin quick release band wore out in less than 3 months, I thought I’d give these a go. To my surprise these have lasted longer than the original and are just as comfy - they look great, just like the original Garmin ones - and they’re a fraction of the price for two!!! I’ll be buying more!

Really nice feel for the approach S70, makes the watch lighter and more comfortable to wear. Had similar on a fenix 6x before and feels better.

Excelente pulseira! Adapta-se muito bem ao meu pulso. Boa qualidade! Na minha opinião muito melhores que as de silicone. Recomendo!!

Still works perfectly after 2 years. Fabric can be a bit rough, but is not annoying. You can also shower etc. with this.

Beyond expectations

Bands are very comfortable, nice colors and very easy to install. The velcro on both sides of the band makes this suitable for every size of wrist

Great product. Very good value for money.