AbanenHook and Loop Quick Dry Watch Band for Fenix 8 47mm/ epix Pro 47mm / Fenix 7/6/5, 22mm Woven Nylon Ultralight Sport Wristband Strap for Garmin Instinct 2, Instinct 3 45mm

Update - just had the first one wear out, after about 1.5 years. I call that very durable, considering I wore them day and night (took off only for showers and swimming) and did not hesitate to get them wet or dusty. Wearing out in this case means that first one, then two, then all of the little velcro stickers came off. So now I am on my second one, and still have another two-pack as a reserve. Still a solid 5/5 IMO.Did not have high expectations, but they were exceeded in every way anyway. These Nylon bands are much more comfortable than the silicone bands - basically you don't feel them as much.The are also never loose or too tight, which the silicone bands frequently were. These Nylon bands are slightly stretchy, so the watch is tighter to the skin (to measure heart rate etc) but at the same time does not strangle your wrist.Another point to mention is that when you sweat, the silicone bands are just terrible. When hiking in hot areas, it always started to get hot, slippery, and itchy. This Nylon material seems to just take up the moisture or ventilate very well, not sure. No issues when hiking.Not having any clasps or other things to keep lose ends in check, the band is very low key, and will snag less than other bands.Can't say much about looks - I just don't care that much, as long as it is functional. Wearing the dark green right now - doesn't really jive with the grey bezel of my Epic2, but like I said, could not care less.Following the images to install the band made it pretty simple. Once installed and the correct size dialed in, it is easy to take off and put on with exactly the same length as there is a bend where it wraps around the watch band retainer.I also like the fact that it can be washed, and I love the hook & loop fasteners which are both secure and easy to open.Really nothing to complain about, and the two-pack is refreshingly affordable too. I rarely give 5/5 but these deserve it (plus I ordered another pack just to have some spares).Not sure how long they will last - if they prematurely break or frazzle, I'll come back and update this review.

Easy to install on Fenix 5. One side is wider than the other. The wider side should be pushed through the to of the watch. It's also very comfortable.Quality is good and should last years.

I was looking for a replacement band for my Garmin Forerunner 255.All of the 22mm nylon velcro bands on Amazon are fine but seem to be a bit too short for my needs. The velcro hooks would always need to rub against the connector whenever I wanted to take the watch on or off to get around my hand. I also like to wear my watch slightly further up my arm then on my wrist. Those bands would barely accommodate this and really be a tick too tight. When I bought a 20mm watch band several years ago for my Garmin Forerunner 245 I was able to find a longer option, but not anymore it seems since the same listing I got before is shorter now.This band in combination with a compatible 22m x 1.8mm spring bar I found on Amazon (https://a.co/d/9ihuCdE) solved my problem. Since this band can adjust from both sides I was able to set the one side to as close as I could to allow for as much room as possible for length when I'm putting on the watch. This allows me to put it up my arm where I want it no problem as well. I imagine this extra flexibility in adjustment would help others with their particular sizes and situations as well. The overall comfort is a small upgrade as well since there's more fabric and less plastic on your arm compared to the other bands.I wish there were more color options!

I've tried Garmin bands (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B087L8PLXS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1), Ancol (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B072FRLWN3/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1), Cuzow (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B4SKCCLV/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1) several from Abnen (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B09XQPRR6M/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1, https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B09C8K2NGG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1, https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B092Q6KJ5D/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1)While the Garmin is the best silicone band due to its flexibility but this is pretty good too. This band doesn’t have a quick release which if you don’t change it is not a problem. If like me you change it then it is kinda annoying. That said it is very comfortable and the lightest band I tried.The Ponatteno (https://www.amazon.com/PONATTENO-QuickFit-Wristband-Sapphire-Forerunner/dp/B083BT1CB4?pd_rd_w=iiP9W&content-id=amzn1.sym.deffa092-2e99-4e9f-b814-0d71c40b24af&pf_rd_p=deffa092-2e99-4e9f-b814-0d71c40b24af&pf_rd_r=RPHNEC3D3C1GVPSWVEX4&pd_rd_wg=2U3bQ&pd_rd_r=58b3cbe9-a3a5-4145-bedc-ec69832ac478&pd_rd_i=B083BT1CB4&psc=1&ref_=pd_bap_d_grid_rp_0_1_t) is easily my favorite It is lightweigh, the clasps are easy to attach and remove and it stays attached and the nylon & hook & loop construction makes it infinitely adjustable.The only downside with any nylon bands is that after a workout it says wet for a while. I use two bands and swap them so I always have a dry one.

Very nice and comfortible, it also fit my 8.1" wrist!

It might seem counterintuitive to spend so much on a watch and so little on a watch band, but it makes perfect sense in this case. In my opinion, these simple watch bands look great, work well (even when wet), and most importantly, make this large-ish (47mm) watch comfortable to wear — even when sleeping.If you’re unhappy with your silicone band, it’s definitely worth trying. I’m a fan!