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A perfect, simple longline for little dogs and a safer alternative to retractable leashes, this light line is perfect where freedom to wander is desired but being off-leash is dangerous. Skip the gross nylon webbing and ropes; this waterproof material shakes off muck.
The Skinny Brahma material is perfectly sized for small dogs or puppies. It's a wonderful leather-alternative that is waterproof, weatherproof, and very durable, especially for it's dainty size.
- Super-durable, waterproof and weatherproof leather-alternative
- 3/8” (9.5 mm) wide with perfectly sized leash snaps
- Premium quality hardware in your choice of color: stainless steel or solid brass
- Sized for dogs under 30 pounds
- Handcrafted in our Colorado workshop
- Lifetime Warranty on materials and workmanship
If you're looking for more features and hardware choices, click here.
If you are looking for thicker Brahma in 1/2 in. or 3/4 in. widths, click here.
Find warranty and material information below
2019 Best Dog Gear of the Year by The Whole Dog Journal Read the Article
When an ordinary leash just won't do, BLD's Leather Tracking Lead is custom-made to your specifications.
Choose from four widths and various lengths to ensure the right size for both you and your dog. Handmade in Colorado, USA, and backed by a Lifetime Warranty.
Premium Quality: Crafted from durable, high-end full grain American leather that becomes more supple with use.
Comfortable Grip: Expertly beveled edges ensure a smooth, comfortable hold
Reliable Hardware: We use only premium stainless steel and solid brass hardware, so you can trust your leash for lasting performance
Built to Last: No stitching or rivets to wear out, ensuring long-term durability and consistent function
Thoughtful Design: smaller widths feature elegant leather braids at both ends, adding a touch of sophistication, while larger widths feature a braided handle and are reinforced with sturdy screw posts at the dog-end.
Customization
Choose the hardware color, handle style, assembly style, and make other notes to customize your leash!
- For the handle end, indicate if you’d like a regular handle loop fastened with a braid (standard option if not specified), screw posts, or NO handle at all. You can add a ring to the handle if you desire.
- Tracking Leads are made with a splice. Since the length of a single leather strap is limited by the length of a leather hide. In most cases, we splice the leather at 5-6 foot increments
- Braided splice is standard (as shown) and is the strongest option. If you have a specific location you’d like the splices, let us know (braided splices make excellent grips or distance gauges).
- Larger widths (L 5/8″ & XL 3/4″) are made with screw posts at the dog end for durability. Braids are used at other splice points. You can request no braids if you prefer screw posts.
- Smaller widths (S 3/8″ & M 1/2″) are always braided at the ends and splices.
Handcrafted in own workshop!
Sizing
Length:
Available in lengths ranging from 8ft to 20ft.
Choose Width Size:
- Small (3/8” / 7mm. width)— Best for smaller and medium sized dogs. Braided at both ends and at each spot where two straps of material meet. This narrow width is very secure and has small yet strong hardware. Always braided at the ends and splices.
- Medium (1/2” / 11mm. width)— Most popular choice! Great for medium sized dogs, yet sturdy enough for larger dogs. Great for people with petite hands, or who prefer a lighter weight leash. Always braided at the ends and splices.
- Large (5/8” / 14mm. width)— Sized for larger dogs. Fits well in your hands. A good sturdy weight with larger hardware. Made with screw posts at the dog end for durability & braids are used at other splice points. You can request no braids if you prefer screw posts.
- Extra Large (3/4” / 17mm. width)— Sized for large, giant, and very strong dogs. Great for people who like a big, sturdy leash. Heavy duty hardware. Made with screw posts at the dog end for durability & braids are used at other splice points. You can request no braids if you prefer screw posts. *TAN HEAVY WEIGHT option is available by request if you need a monster leash.
- Heavy Duty (1″ wide / 24mm. width)— A monster leash. Seriously, It’s gigantic and super heavy. ONLY made with screw posts for durability–Braids NOT available for this size.
*Note: Smaller widths (S 3/8″ & M 1/2″) are always braided at the ends and splices.
*Larger widths (L 5/8″ & XL 3/4″) are made with screw posts at the dog end for durability and braids are used at other splice points. You can request no braids if you prefer screw posts.
Looking for a continuous length or a longer lead? Checkout our Brahma Leads here.
Leather & Hardware Options
Hardware Options:
Hardware Options:
Bolt snaps, as shown, are the most reliable hardware we’ve found for this leash. Choose solid brass or stainless steel.
Our exclusive swivel Shackle Snap is now available! See details here.
Alternate hardware is available for the XL 3/4″ width if desired. Sorry, no other hardware selections available for the XXL 1″ width.
About our leather:
BLACK LATIGO leather
Our latigo is a lovely deep black and superior to ordinary leather in texture and quality. Latigo has a high tensile strength and tanned specifically for quality horse tack and premium pet products. Your leash will start out a bit firm yet flexible and will very quickly soften with just a few uses and continues to get better with age. The rich black color will not bleed or fade because it is struck through the leather in the tanning process, not just dyed on the surface. Made in North America from select heavy US native steer hides.
English Bridle Leather in LONDON TAN
English bridle has a supple, satin-smooth finish and satisfying hand feel that is simply unmatched. This high-end leather in London Tan, cherished in the 19th century for the finest horse tack, ages to a warm patina while keeping its light brown and orange tones. This full grain leather is 100% veg tanned with no metals or harsh chemicals from only the best North American cow hides. ("English" refers to the style of tanning rather than a location. It does not darken the same our oiled golden tan leather.)
Golden TAN BRIDLE leather
This lovely brown 100% American vegetable-tanned leather, made with NO dyes or toxic metallic chemicals. Reminiscent of fine English horse tack. Every golden tan leash is HAND-OILED to bring out the softness, so your leash arrives supple and feels great in your hands immediately and only improves with age. The color will darken with use and age. This is our choice leather for products where a lighter weight material with excellent strength is necessary.
Leather Care
Leather care is easy! Don’t worry too much, and don’t be afraid to use your items — we promise leather is incredibly resilient, and regular weather won’t hurt it. If you think your item looks dirty, dry, or just need a little extra love, pouring a little leather conditioner on a cloth, and rubbing it in like lotion will usually do the trick. Baths and a jaunt in the river are just fine, but you might want to offer a little conditioner to your products afterwards. Saltwater can be harsh, so after a visit to the ocean, a good rinse in fresh water and proper conditioning will help preserve and protect your treasured leash or collar. See our Leather Care page for more specific information.
Warranty
We stand behind the quality of our products. Bold Lead Designs’ handcrafted leather & Brahma products that we make in our workshop are guaranteed against defects in materials and craftsmanship for life!
If your leather or Brahma leash, training equipment, or harness ever breaks or is damaged from regular use, simply contact Bold Lead Designs for a replacement or repair at no charge. There is no time limit. This is the best warranty in the industry.
Warranty is limited to replacement or repair of covered product only, and does not cover things outside of our control such as chewing, neglect, misuse, normal wear, external trauma or damage from an accident, or customer alterations. Customer is responsible for all related shipping costs.
FYI: Even if the item is not covered it often can be made functional again with a repair for a reasonable cost.
Exclusions: Items we don’t make in our workshop, such as accessories and consumable items, and items made of cloth/fabric are excluded. Non-leather and non-Brahma items, bldBASICS, any item sold "as-is", used, on clearance, that is imperfect and any item marked with a star is excluded from this warranty or guarantee. Some customized options may be excluded from warranty; such excluded items will be sold with information indicating a warranty is not included.
Experience the perfect leash for any adventure: From sandy beaches to boggy wetlands, grassy prairies and mountain tops, Brahma Longlines go anywhere.
BLD's Brahma Longlines are the best quality and most durable non-leather leashes you'll find anywhere. Long leashes (AKA check cords) are ideal for training, exercise, or play when you're dog needs space to roam but must still be on-leash.
Forget gross, soggy ropes, rope burn, and knotted up lines. Brahma Soft Grip is the best material for the job.
This super-strong, weatherproof, odor-free material feels nice in the hand and shakes off water, mud, and stickers. It slides right through brush and weeds without snagging! The best part? BLD's longlines have a lovely texture, feel nice in the hand, and have a nice grip even when wet (compared to other materials).
- Made with premium stainless steel bolt snaps
- Ideal for any climate, weather condition, or activity
- Lifetime Warranty on materials and workmanship
- Artisan handcrafted in Colorado, USA!
Pair with BLD's Leash Caddy to keep your leash neat and tidy.
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Sizing
Leash width:
*If you are looking for the Brahma XS THIN, LIGHT version for small breeds or puppies click here.
- Medium (1/2” / 12.7mm wide)—Best choice for longlines for any dog!
- Extra Large (3/4” / 19mm wide)— ONLY for giant breed dogs due to the substantial weight of material
About Brahma
The only vegan material that performs like leather. Brahma is a coated webbing material constructed with poly webbing on the inside and a durable PVC coating on the outside. This material can take a beating through brush, muck, and saltwater.
Key Benefits:
- Ideal for any climate, weather condition, or activity
- Stays soft, never gets sticky or tacky
- Feels similar to leather with a nice grip and suburb durability
- Snag-free, knot-free, and won’t pick up dirt or brush
- Doesn’t stink, absorb odors, or get slimy
Originally developed for the horse and ranch industry, it's incredibly strong and will last a lifetime. It's not Biothane©!
Low maintenance and easy to clean: dip it in a creek to rinse off the grime, or wash with soap and water (dish soap works great).
Warranty
As always, we stand behind the quality of our in-house handmade products with a Lifetime Warranty on materials and workmanship.
Please find complete warranty details here.
Did you know BLD products are designed to be repaired instead of replaced? Even if the item is not covered by our warranty, most damaged leashes can be repaired and made functional for a nominal fee.
The perfect accessory to keep your training gear organized! BLD’s Leash Caddy is designed to hold your long line, keep it from getting all tangled up, and make it easy to store your training gear so it’s ready to grab-and-go anytime. Great for all sorts of things–be creative!
- Belt loop clips around any belt
- Keep your training gear organized
- Keep your car tidy–hang from head rest
- Great for carrying toys and training rewards
- Perfect for storing harnesses
- Works great for suitcases: tether luggage for easy travel
- Made with stainless steel hardware
BLD’s Leash Caddies are handcrafted with double clips, allowing one end to hold your leash/gear and the other to attach to your belt. Made with durable stainless steel spring snaps and two stainless O-rings (sorry, no brass option available on this product).
The perfect accessory to keep your training gear organized! BLD’s Leash Caddy is designed to hold your long line, keep it from getting all tangled up, and make it easy to store your training gear so it’s ready to grab-and-go anytime. Great for all sorts of things–be creative!
- Belt loop clips around any belt
- Keep your training gear organized
- Keep your car tidy–hang from head rest
- Great for carrying toys and training rewards
- Perfect for storing harnesses
- Works great for suitcases: tether luggage for easy travel
- Choose leather or Brahma material
- Made with stainless steel snaps (sorry, no hardware changes)
BLD’s Leash Caddies are handcrafted with double clips, allowing one end to hold your leash/gear and the other to attach to your belt. Made with durable stainless steel spring snaps and two stainless O-rings (sorry, no brass option available on this product).
Custom made-to-order: Your leash, your way
Why settle for ordinary dog gear when you can have one made just for you? Your Skinny Brahma Lead will be handcrafted to your specifications and backed by our 30-day Satisfaction Guarantee and Lifetime Warranty on materials and workmanship.
A safer alternative to retractable leashes, this light line is perfect where freedom to wander is desired but being off-leash is dangerous. Skip the gross nylon webbing and ropes; this waterproof material shakes off muck. Artisan handcrafted in our own workshop. Made in Colorado, USA!
The Skinny Brahma material is perfectly sized for small dogs or puppies. It's a wonderful leather-alternative that is waterproof, weatherproof, and very durable, especially for it's dainty size.
Made-to-order: Customizable options include
- Length: from short leashes to longlines (up to 50 ft)
- Width: 3/8" (9.5 mm), thin and lightweight
- Choice of handle style
- Choice of hardware
- Sized for dogs under 30 pounds
Check out the tabs above to see available options.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your custom leash to be made.
Find warranty and material information below
2019 Best Dog Gear of the Year by The Whole Dog Journal Read the Article
Sizing
Width:
Brahma XS is of 3/8” (9.5 mm) wide, only available in black (for dogs under 30 pounds) NOTE: This is a very lightweight and skinny leash. Do not use on large, strong, or aggressive dogs, or as a tie out. Custom Leads are not eligible for refunds or returns. If you are looking for thicker Brahma in 1/2 in. or 3/4 in. widths, click here. Length:
Established lengths include: 4ft, 6ft, 8ft, 10ft, 15ft, 20ft, 33ft, and 50ft. If you need a length that is not listed: Order the next size up and under other Other Custom Requests write in the desired length. (Example: if you want 25 feet, order the 33 ft.) Handle Styles
Handle Styles Available:
Hardware
We only have premium quality hardware in our workshop. Bolt snaps are our standard leash snaps, available in solid brass and stainless steel. Specialty hardware for this small size include our exclusive Locking Carabiner Snap, and a tiny spring/lever snap made in Germany. (Tiny sprig/lever snap only fits on small gage D-rings, it won't fit the heavy rings on bulky dog gear. It does fit our small and extra small collars!)
Custom made-to-order: Your leash, your way
BLD's Custom Brahma Leads are the best quality and most durable non-leather leashes you'll find anywhere. They’re ideal for any climate, weather condition, or activity. Why settle for ordinary dog gear when you can have one made just for you? Your leash will be handcrafted to your specifications and backed by our 30-day Satisfaction Guarantee and Lifetime Warranty on materials and workmanship.
Made-to-order: Customizable options include
- Length: from short leashes to longlines (up to 50 ft)
- Multiple widths
- Choice of handle style
- Choice of hardware
- Quick-Grab handles can placed anywhere
- Add distance markers or O-rings
Check out the tabs above to see available options.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your custom leash to be made. NOTE: Custom Leads are not eligible for refunds or returns.
Warranty and details about Brahma soft grip material and width/size can be found below.
About Brahma Video
The only vegan material that performs like leather. Brahma is a coated webbing material constructed with poly webbing on the inside and a durable PVC coating on the outside. This material can take a beating through brush, muck, and saltwater.
Sizing
Leash width:
*If you are looking for the Brahma XS THIN, LIGHT version for small breeds or puppies click here.
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½” wide (12.7 mm): Suitable for most dogs and is very sturdy for medium and large breeds
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¾" wide (19 mm): For large and giant breeds as this is a heavy-duty leash (not recommended for dogs under 80 pounds)
Length:
Established lengths include: 4ft, 6ft, 8ft, 10ft, 15ft, 20ft, 33ft, and 50ft.
If you need a length that is not listed: Order the next size up and under other Other Custom Requests select "make it shorter" write in the desired length. (Example: if you want 12 feet, order the 15 ft.)
Customizations
Handle Style:
- Regular Loop Handle (most popular!)
- Regular Loop Handle with a loose O-ring in the handle loop
- End in an O-Ring (no handle loop)
- Bolt Snap on Handle End (no handle loop)
- No Handle (no handle loop or hardware): Great for Tracking leads!
- Open Handle (bolt snap that clips to a fixed O-ring 18" from the end): Overall length is measured with the handle loop closed.
Quick-Grab handle: add a second handle loop for convenience or control. Quick-Grab handles can be positioned at the "dog end", or along the length of the leash as desired.
- For handles along the length of the leash, measure the distance from the "dog end" Example: you may want a handle at 3 feet from the dog end to hold your dog close.
- Quick-Grab Handles are made with the center of the handle grip at the requested measurement. Requests made that are 18" or less from the dog end will be crafted at the dog end.
Add O-rings:
- Loose ring on the handle loop
- Fixed ring in the handle joint
- Loose ring with a fob for a built-in slip collar
Distance Marker: a smooth marker rivet. Perfect for CGC training!
Example: you may want a distance marker at 6 feet from the dog end on a 10-foot leash.
Need more features or more complex modifications? Check out the Full-Custom Design where you can create the leash of your dreams, including multi-functional and adjustable features.
Premium Hardware Options:
Bolt snaps are our standard hardware, we've found these to be the most reliable. Other hardware and specialty snaps are also available.
- Stainless steel Bolt Snaps are standard (silver color)
- Solid brass bolt snaps (gold color not recommended on orange)
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Scissor/trigger style snaps in stainless steel (may be less reliable than a bolt snap)
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Locking Carabiner Snaps are a BLD exclusive! Choose this if you desire a snap that can lock closed for dogs that somehow shake loose of regular leash snaps. (Must be used in the locked position.)
- Shackle Snap / panic release are available for XL 3/4" and XXL 1" wide leashes ONLY. Custom fabricated for BLD with a swivel, this snap is very secure under heavy load, and can be released instantly by pulling the release cord.
- Alligator Locking Jaw Snaps are available for XL 3/4" wide leashes ONLY. These are heavy-duty snaps designed for working/police/military dog applications. Made in Italy from solid bronze.
NOTES: stainless steel is best for oceanside conditions; brass can occasionally stain white fur; scissor/trigger snaps are not as secure as other options - we recommend using with a safety cord
Leash Caddy
Keep your longline tidy with a Leash Caddy accessory. Learn more here.
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