Recommendations For a Good Reflective Leash?

Anybody have a recommendation for good 6 foot reflective leash that shows up really well in the dark?

With JD slowing down and the early darkness setting in, crossing streets in my poorly lit neighborhood at night is making me nervous. I looked at my local pet supply store, but the ones they had were either too short (4 feet won't cut it for us) or they only had a bit of reflective stitching that probably wouldn't even show up until a car was on top of us, lol.

Thanks for any recommendations.

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Permalink Reply by Stella on October 3, 2016 at 5:53pm

My boys would be naked by choice! But, I have to walk them before and after work and it's dark then. There is also a trail at the end of my road that snowmobiles use, so I want to be sure I am visible. I walk them down to -30C which is where the boots come in, and they both have winter jackets with reflective piping on. It is my choice to exercise them when it is that cold (better than them trashing my house while I am at work due to excess energy!) so I make them wear clothes, neither of them particularly like it!!

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Permalink Reply by Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle on October 3, 2016 at 6:21pm

You are a good doodle mom, lol!

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Permalink Reply by BG and Gavin on October 3, 2016 at 5:34pm

We have a leash similar to this one. The reflective stands are braided through out the rope. We also have the red light up LED collar that the OP mentioned. I do find it gets lost a bit when his fur gets longer. I have reflective arm bands that I put on too. The construction vest is a good idea. I see lots of people with them.
http://petvalu.com/product/94007/reflective-braided-rope-snap-dog-l...

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Permalink Reply by Lori, Winnie, Bob and Indie on October 3, 2016 at 5:52pm

I've got a pair of highly reflective velcro anklebands (used for running/cycling) that I velcro together into a big loop and wrap around Winnie's waist. I bought the extra wide kind. Works great! Which reminds me... I need to get another pair for Bob...

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Permalink Reply by Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle on October 3, 2016 at 6:25pm

Tonight while we were out, a couple of people rode their bikes past us, and they had flashing red reflectors on the backs of the bikes. I think I might get one of those for the shoulder strap of the bag I carry on walks. It could go on the strap behind me, so JD and I won't see it. I think that and 6 feet of lighted neon green leash will do the trick.

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Permalink Reply by Joanne ~ Spud* on October 3, 2016 at 6:58pm

I've used a lighted collar. I liked it... somewhat.

Kurgo, has a selection of reflective wear.

I also wear a vest myself. I like my vest with a little pocket for poop bags. Need a vest, Karen? And yes, bike stores have great products for night activities.

http://www.kurgo.com/reflective/

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Permalink Reply by Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle on October 3, 2016 at 7:02pm

I think a lighted leash will show up much better than a collar, especially with JD's long hair. You can barely even see a bandanna on him.

I am really not a vest person, lol. I might just stick some reflective tape on myself.

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Permalink Reply by Stella on October 3, 2016 at 7:43pm

I doctored one of my old fleeces by sewing reflective tape onto it, I bought the tape at a fabric store. My dad used to work for the railways and has just donated me his bright orange reflective jacket he had to wear for inspecting track. It is large enough to go over my winter coat!