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AVERY 02170 30' FLOATING CHECK CORD
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SKU: 02170-700905021703
Overview
Built for hunters and trainers working with young dogs, this 30-foot check cord provides a controlled way to guide early training on land or in water. The blaze orange polypro rope is easy to keep track of at a distance, while its floating design helps reduce hang-ups during water work. A solid brass thumb-slide snap hook offers a secure collar connection, and the leather reinforcement collar adds durability where the cord sees the most use.
Why Hunters Choose the Banded
30-foot Length
Ample range for early training
Blaze Orange
Polypro rope is easy to
Floating Design
Helps prevent hang-ups during water
Solid Brass
Thumb-slide snap hook provides a
Leather Reinforcement
Collar adds added durability to
Key Features
- 30-foot floating check cord for hunters and trainers
- Blaze orange polypro rope is highly visible at a distance
- Floats on water to help prevent hang-ups
- Solid brass thumb-slide snap hook secures to the dog's collar
- Leather reinforcement collar adds durability
- Suitable for use on land or in the water
Best Used For
- Hunters and trainers needing a highly visible check cord for early dog training sessions
- Handlers working on land or water where a floating cord helps prevent hang-ups
- Users who want a secure collar connection with a solid brass thumb-slide snap hook
- Training setups that benefit from added durability at the leather reinforcement collar
Specifications
| Color | Blaze orange |
|---|---|
| Cord Length | 30' |
| Floating | Yes |
| Material | Polypro rope |
| Model | 02170 |
| Reinforcement Collar Material | Leather |
| Snap Hook Material | Solid brass |
| Snap Hook Type | Thumb-slide snap hook |
| Use | Land or water |
| Visibility | Highly visible |
Pros
- 30-foot length offers ample range for early training sessions
- Blaze orange polypro rope is easy to spot at a distance
- Floating design helps prevent hang-ups during water use
- Solid brass thumb-slide snap hook provides a secure collar connection
- Leather reinforcement collar adds added durability to the cord
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The 30' length offers more range for training, but it also means more line to manage during handling and recall work.
- The blaze orange rope improves visibility, though it may be more noticeable in the field than lower-profile cord colors.
- The floating design is useful around water, but it is still a training cord rather than a substitute for a dedicated water retrieval setup.
- The leather reinforcement collar adds durability at the connection point, but it also introduces an additional material that may need periodic attention.
Suggested Comparisons
- Dog training check cords
- Dog training leads
- Waterfowl training accessories
- Dog training collars
Suggested Accessories
- Dog training whistle
- Training collar
- Leash clip
- Storage bag
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Avery 02170 check cord?
The product title identifies it as a 30' floating check cord.
Can this check cord be used in water?
Yes. The description says the rope floats on water, which helps prevent hang-ups during use in the water.
What color is the cord?
It is described as blaze orange, which makes it highly visible.
How does it attach to a dog's collar?
It uses a solid brass thumb-slide snap hook for connection to the dog's collar.
Does the cord include any reinforcement?
Yes. The description says it has a leather reinforcement collar for added durability.