AbanenHook and Loop Quick Dry 26mm Woven Nylon Ultralight Sport Watch Band for Fenix 8 51mm / epix Pro 51mm / Instinct 2X / Enduro/Instinct 3 50mm / Fenix 7X/6X/5X

Great strap! Not the most comfortable - there's space for improvement but very well made overall. Have been wearing it 24/7 for several months in pool, ocean, everywhere - no issues. Holds well, doesn't tend to unstrap. Can absolutely recommend for it's price.Personally I haven't experienced any issues with ease of cleaning

The most comfortable watch band I have versus the other three. One is great for workouts and the other is for every day wear. The band is very light weight, good quality, and has been holding up very well. It's a little cumbersome ensuring it's attached correctly but the comfort is well worth the minor effort! must have for stylish casual wear!

After trying multiple different bands for my Fenix 6 and now Fenix 8 watch, this is by far the best, most comfortable band I've tried.It is super breathable, dries very fast, extremely pliable, and non-stretch. It is exactly what I needed for a snug and secure fit while swimming to get an accurate heart rate reading without having to resort to using a chest strap.I particularly like the metal tab at the end, that is wide enough to prevent the band from slipping off the watch even if the outside hook-and-loop attachment came loose (which never has, at least not so far).

SummaryThis is a decent watch band so far. It's comfortable and will likely fit most wrist circumferences. It's easy to install, and for most watches will be easy on / easy off the wrist-- but I have a watch that is not listed as compatible (see Details section.) Comfort-wise, the material is soft and there is a bit of elasticity to it. However this could be a double edged sword when it comes to band longevity. As another reviewer mentioned, when wet the velcro doesn't stick as well.DetailsWatch: Garmin Instinct 2X Tactical SolarWrist size: Under max supported, I'd say smallMain concern: Comfort, can wear to bed. Doesn't get caught on my wrist rest while workingSo I got this because I type a lot for my job, and the stock silicone band is the usual type with a clasp. It would always get caught on my wrist rest, so I'd end up unconsciously taking it off. I need my watch on for a few reasons (mostly pulseoximiter due to athsma, reminders for my job), but I'd end up losing it's benefits during my 8 ~ 10 hour shift. Additionally, I'd take the watch off in my sleep. I tried wearing the band looser, and that alleviated the bedtime issue, but my readings were off.With that in mind, I searched and settled on this band. It's my first 3rd party watch band.*Comfort*So far so good. I haven't had it for that long, but immediately I noticed no itching feeling...so that's good. It's very comfortable and breathable.*Installation*Installing the band was easy...after I realized I gambled with it being compatible and purchased QuickFit adapters (26mm QuickFit Adapter for Watch Band Compatible with Garmin Fenix...), like another reviewer did. I could have probably made it work without them, but there would have still been too much friction (literally) for on / off the wrist. The band works very well with the QuickFist adapters. If you notice the band it a tinybit too wide for the adapters, I recommend getting all setup (band, adapters, watch); then hopping in a hot shower and doing on / off a few times. This'll break things in a bit.(I think another reviewer mentioned places where the band didn't fold well if your wrist isn't a certain size...will fix that too)*Wet*I'm sure this band will dry well when wet...in the summer...but it does hold a bit of moisture. I towel dried the band by covering my hand with the towel and pinching along the band. Helps a bit. Currently wearing the band wet, and it's not so bad. I've noticed that it's dried a bit already in the last 10 minutes...but I take max hot showers.The Velcro does lose a bit of stick when wet, probably due to a combo of less friction, and if hot water, loosening of the hooks / stretching of the eyes. Re-apllying the Velcro when wet did seem to help...a little. YMMV*Longevity*The elastic will eventually wear out, bit it should still be wearable (based on stretch being limited by nylon weave), but may lose comfort as afforded by elasticity. I don't have a problem with that based on my reasons for purchasing, and that will likely be well down the road. It does not seem to be a band meant to take a beating, so don't give it one. I'm sure it can withstand most usage, but scraping in rocks, or anything tough like that is going to wear it out fast.Overall, this band currently meets my needs (comfortable, no clasp catching on things), but I'll probably purchase another band for more intense activies. Since I had to pair this band with QuickFit adapters, that seems like an ideal solution for multi activity usage. Time will tell about how long it lasts, and how it performs when wet, but I'm optimistic

The band that came with my watch was bulky on my small wrist and it's grippy silicone texture would catch on some surfaces, especially my desk. This new band was difficult to attach, I needed to use a metal hook to pull it under the spring bar and pliers to pull it through. Once in place, it feels sturdy and reliable. I can now put my watch on easily with one hand and this band is more comfortable than the original.

I’ve had three Abanen neoprene (one piece, velcro on each end) bands for a couple of years. When I got them, they were the best (of these types—without buckles or metal I could find for my Garmin Fenix 7X Sapphire Solar. Excellent bands. Only problem is the velcro ends wore out rather quickly, as did the actual ends (both ends) of the band, where the velcro was attached. These nylon bands, though—I’m hoping they far exceed the neoprene version—seem to have more secure velcro, and I appreciate the little plastic end to prevent wear/fraying. My biggest reason for purchasing these over the neoprene version is that they (neoprene) stay wet for a long time, while these nylon bands are supposed to be quick dry.The band is a little itchy on the inside (where one end of the band is looped through and lays against the wrist), but it’s otherwise very comfortable. I’m hoping it’s durable and lasts a long time. I’ve seen similar bands on Amazon for a bit cheaper, which is why I gave only 4 stars for value for the money.AMENDED: After wearing this band now for a little while, I’m upgrading my review (yes, the 4 stars for value), to a five. FIVE stars all the way around. And the initial itching from the tag end of the band inside the watch? No longer an issue. I really, REALLY like and appreciate this band. It’s exactly what I’ve been looking for—since I started with my Garmin Fenix 3 years ago!

Not sure why I waited so long after hearing others rave about these bands. They're cheap, lightweight, and very comfortable. They have some elasticity but do not squeeze your wrist. I think it looks great and is holding up beautifully.