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lillith87 Senior
Join date : 2013-05-26 Location : Michigan
| Subject: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Mon Aug 19, 2013 12:51 pm | |
| Okay so I have just purchased these a couple days ago. Waiting for them in the mail...... I just wanted to start this up now so I can start counting the days before I get it to give a review. I looked through the reviews and didn't see this product in there yet so I figured that I would get the information about it out there for you guys.
So I just got my first bicycle in 5 years. I am super happy about it. It wasn't only because of Okami's chunky butt that I wanted it( I mean that literally she is getting ....well Husky! ) , it was because I used to be an extreme cyclist and I really enjoy riding.
When I got the bike... I thought to myself, I don't have a belt for hands free with a dog. I have been wrapping a 20 foot leash in my belt loops and leaving like 5 feet of leash for her. ( I have not been running Okami, I have been power walking her. I know she can't run for another 3-4 months)
A really long story short (that I started to type and decided it was tedious) a suggestion from someone on here, that I should check out Alpine Outfitters.
This is the belt that I am going to get, (I got the padded one, but no reflective, I may get one with reflective if and when I decide night time biking is for us.
Alpine's Musher Belt
However I was a little upset when I saw that they don't come with a lead to clasp to it and that in order to buy one it would end up being close to another $30.00
So instead I got this 4 ft Leash And this Locking D Carabiner
The cord that I said was close to 30 bucks was for a Musher's belt yes but designed for jogging, and I don't ever like how something looks for durability when it is a cord, especially when I am trying to purchase in terms of durability vs. a husky. So the route I went seemed a good fit for us.
I will post pictures and a in depth review maybe a video when we get them! I am super excited! |
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Jennet&Embry Senior
Join date : 2010-09-15 Location : Eau Claire, Wisconsin
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Mon Aug 19, 2013 1:33 pm | |
| There's a review on it here https://www.itsahuskything.com/t7260-ezydog-convert-harness-alpine-jogger-leash-musher-s-beltI have the Musher's belt. I've used it once for walking them like 6 months ago. I would never use it alongside a bike. My dogs over power me like crazy when I have that on them. I spent the extra money and got the 3 additional lines, that's my favorite part about the whole belt. They have a built-in traffic handle and shockline which is great. If you were looking for something to use with a bike I would've purchased a Walky Dog, or a similar attachement. http://www.amazon.com/Petego-Walky-Dog-Bike-Attachment/dp/B002JRSHXE/ref=sr_1_8?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1376929877&sr=1-8&keywords=bike+dog+attachment |
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lillith87 Senior
Join date : 2013-05-26 Location : Michigan
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Mon Aug 19, 2013 1:44 pm | |
| Hmm I may have to get that in the near future I like that concept!!! (Walky Dog) My eyes must have deceived me I did not see the review. Anyhow, I also got the Musher's belt for going for long walks, my arms feel like spaghetti noodles when I am done walking her, it will be a nice change to have my hands back! |
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katiesham Adult
Join date : 2012-08-08 Location : Atlanta, Georgia
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Mon Aug 19, 2013 1:58 pm | |
| +1 for the WalkyDog. The Springer bike attachment also has great reviews, but it's much more expensive. I use the WalkyDog and have had great luck with it so far. |
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siku&nikolai Senior
Join date : 2013-06-17 Location : Maine
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Mon Aug 19, 2013 2:45 pm | |
| I use my musher's belt from Alpine EVERY single day, it was seriously the best money that I have ever spent!
I actually thought about just using a regular leash first as well because of durability, but I'm really glad that I got a different leash from them. All of there products are insanely sturdy, and the shockline built in has been great, because it takes a lot of the pull so it isn't hard on your back. What I did though was ask them to mix the two leashes shockline leashes together, I got the jogger part of the leash so I could have the handle to pull them in (its a life saver), but I asked them to make it 6 feet long like the canicross line. I just thought the 4 foot leash would of been to short, and I love my 6 ft one and I've had it for months. I also asked them to change the clasps because I think they come with the quick release ones on the leash and I didn't want that. I highly recommend spending the money on those lines that go with the belt than just using a regular leash if possible, I think its worth it.
And I agree, I would not bike with it I think it would be a disaster waiting to happen. I would wait until you are able to get a walky dog or the springer. I personally went with the springer, because they seem sturdier and have awesome warranties on them, so I knew it was a one time only purchase. |
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norbreedslove Senior
Join date : 2012-02-24 Location : Denver Colorado
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Mon Aug 19, 2013 2:47 pm | |
| all I am going to say is be prepared for waiting like 2-3 months to get the belt. I would try Nordkyn outfitters like I have. They are the same thing but it will come in 3-7 days. |
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siku&nikolai Senior
Join date : 2013-06-17 Location : Maine
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Mon Aug 19, 2013 2:58 pm | |
| In just my opinion, I wouldn't worry about the time frame. I have ordered a lot from them and I've never had a problem. You are ordering now before their busy season really starts, so it should be quick. I got my belt in a little over a week but my leashes were also custom so that took a little bit. I was talking to them a couple of days ago before I ordered my xbacks, and they said there turn around time for custom ones right now are only two weeks, and for me there estimates have always been right on, so I imagine a belt would be very fast. |
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norbreedslove Senior
Join date : 2012-02-24 Location : Denver Colorado
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Mon Aug 19, 2013 3:03 pm | |
| They must have uped their service, because that is not how it used to be. |
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katiesham Adult
Join date : 2012-08-08 Location : Atlanta, Georgia
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Mon Aug 19, 2013 3:12 pm | |
| It really does depend on when you order.
I ordered mine in November and didn't get it until the very end of January. |
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norbreedslove Senior
Join date : 2012-02-24 Location : Denver Colorado
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Mon Aug 19, 2013 3:25 pm | |
| That's what I have been told. I ordered musher's secret. This of course was like year or 2 ago. I switched my order to a musher from alaska that had and ebay store because it was taking so long. |
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siku&nikolai Senior
Join date : 2013-06-17 Location : Maine
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Mon Aug 19, 2013 3:30 pm | |
| Yeah, I have only dealt with them for the past 8 months or so maybe even less, and so far I haven't had any problems. But I have no idea how it use to be. |
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MelissaI Senior
Join date : 2010-10-01 Location : Miami,FL
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Mon Aug 19, 2013 3:51 pm | |
| I can't live without my mushers belt and jogging leashes! I wouldn't be able to walk the three without it. That handle is a lifesaver. I attach the three, but usually hold Mya by the handle (she's a diva) and let Kody and Asia walk a bit up front. I can bring them in as needed within a second. It's so sturdy too! Hubby ordered it as one of my Christmas gifts last year and it didn't arrive until mid January. Then again, that's their busiest season. |
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Jennet&Embry Senior
Join date : 2010-09-15 Location : Eau Claire, Wisconsin
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Mon Aug 19, 2013 4:23 pm | |
| Their shipping used to be pretty bad, but they've gotten better over the last couple of years. I think when I ordered my belt, along with a custom xback it was a 6 week wait. |
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Mobezilla Senior
Join date : 2012-08-29 Location : Ohio
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Mon Aug 19, 2013 6:38 pm | |
| I love alpine gear, but I too couldn't stand the long wait. If I remember correctly when Abby ordered her gear last December, they forgot to even process her order and she waited 2 months before emailing them, but after it got processed they got it to her fairly quickly. I got a SASS walking belt that I absolutely love to death, it arrived pretty quick even though it came from the UK. I personally just love the fact that its bigger and fully padded, and doesn't slip much. And its purple haha. I do love the jogging leads with traffic handles but I'm going to buy buying police leads (again from a UK company) that also have traffic leads that are fuzzy and padded on the inside, plus come in colors that match my pups wardrobe. |
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VintageJeans Adult
Join date : 2012-07-07 Location : Houston, TX
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Mon Aug 19, 2013 6:45 pm | |
| I ordered a custom x-back harness on July 5th and didn't get it til August 8th or something like that. Order it now within the next few weeks and it should be about a 4 week wait. |
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lillith87 Senior
Join date : 2013-05-26 Location : Michigan
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Sun Aug 25, 2013 6:57 pm | |
| I am sorry for those of you that have had issues with Alpine's delivery times.
My Orders were 8/17 and 8/18 (I had two different orders.)
The first one came on the 22nd and the second came on the 23rd. So in my opinion 5 business days is extremely reasonable. I am sure it is different at different times of the year, I may have gotten a lucky first shot with them, but I am very pleased.
As far as the review of my Musher's Belt goes, again I am very satisfied. It has made life a lot easier being hands free when I need to be. I will take some pictures and maybe a video when I go hit the trail later today for you guys! |
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simplify Senior
Join date : 2012-08-02 Location : Louisiana
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lillith87 Senior
Join date : 2013-05-26 Location : Michigan
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Sun Aug 25, 2013 8:52 pm | |
| I want to plan a camping trip for next summer, so I want to buy their picket line... it is a pretty expensive drop, but I think I will wait till the spring to get it, since around the holidays seems like a silly time to buy it based on others experiences..... with my recent purchase, I also picked up some Musher's Secret... I love it so much! Looks like I don't get to go on my little trail hike today like planned, my fiance didn't get out of work in time to go.... so it would seem I get to go on Tuesday instead. |
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simplify Senior
Join date : 2012-08-02 Location : Louisiana
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Fri Sep 06, 2013 3:48 pm | |
| Not to hijack or anything, but I made my order on 8/20 and my order shipped 9/4. 2 week turnaround, not including shipping. That's definitely not too bad. _________________ |
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VintageJeans Adult
Join date : 2012-07-07 Location : Houston, TX
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Sat Sep 07, 2013 3:19 pm | |
| - simplify wrote:
- Not to hijack or anything, but I made my order on 8/20 and my order shipped 9/4. 2 week turnaround, not including shipping. That's definitely not too bad.
Nice! When I talked to one of the Alpine Outfitters customer service reps, they told me that they ship in batches. So you must have been lucky and got towards the end of a batch! I had to wait 5 weeks for mine. Or maybe they're just really slow right now. Anyways, you'll love it!!! Juneau started pulling instantly when I put on her on it. She kept getting in front of me though. We'll work on some training in the fall when it's cool. |
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lillith87 Senior
Join date : 2013-05-26 Location : Michigan
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Sat Sep 07, 2013 4:27 pm | |
| I have ordered 3 times from Alpine, and I received all three packages in 5 business days. |
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arooroomom Husky Collector
Join date : 2009-12-13 Location : South Fl
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Sat Sep 07, 2013 6:30 pm | |
| A friend of mine is in a fight to get in touch with them, he placed his order more than a month ago now I think. _________________ Force Free Training ThreadCheyenne, Mishka, Mickey, Rodeo, & Odin Are you a Husky owner in South Florida?! Join our facebook meetup group! |
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simplify Senior
Join date : 2012-08-02 Location : Louisiana
| Subject: Re: Alpine Outfitters Musher's Belt Sat Sep 07, 2013 11:11 pm | |
| ^ That does suck. Maybe they are hit and miss.
My stuff came in today. I tried everything on and it's all so nice. _________________ |
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