Trela Ultralight Sandstone

Clipped this to my harness for a 12-mile hike and honestly forgot it was there half the time. The 1-inch webbing feels sturdy in hand without the bulk, and the 6 ft length gives my dog just enough room to sniff around.

Three and a half ounces is no joke — I checked it on my kitchen scale and my old leash weighs nearly triple that. The 1-inch width still gives me a solid grip when my dog lunges, so it's light without feeling flimsy. Six feet is the perfect length for trail walks too.

I barely notice this thing clipped to my belt on walks, which is exactly what I wanted after years of lugging a heavy leather leash. The 1-inch width still gives me a solid grip when my 70 lb dog decides to lunge.