Sporting Saint Field Trial PRO Hands Free Lead | 5mm English Braid | 5 Colours

£10.45

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The Sporting Saint Field Trial PRO Hands Free Lead clips to your trousers or training vest and keeps your dog close without occupying your hands. Part of the Field Trial PRO range, it uses the same 5mm English braid and spring-loaded stopper as the rest of the collection — light, strong, and precise. The scissor trigger clip makes attachment and release fast and reliable. When you need both hands free to handle dummies, operate equipment, or work with another dog, this is the lead that makes it possible.

Clips to trousers, belt loops, or training vest — both hands free while your dog stays connected
Scissor trigger clip — durable, easy to use, fast to attach and release
5mm English braid, 1.2m length — matches the Field Trial PRO range; light and strong
Spring-loaded stopper — adjusts to position and stays put
Five colours — Olive, Blue, Green, Orange, Red; colour-code with your other PRO leads
Part of the Field Trial PRO range — designed for training and competition use

Not designed for dogs that pull. £10.45. Available in Olive, Blue, Green, Orange, and Red.

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The Sporting Saint Field Trial PRO Hands Free Lead is a 1.2m, 5mm English braid lead with a scissor trigger clip that attaches to trousers, belt loops, or a training vest, leaving both hands free during training sessions. Spring-loaded stopper adjusts to position. Part of the Field Trial PRO range. Available in Olive, Blue, Green, Orange, and Red. £10.45. By Sporting Saint.

Why We Recommend It

The hands free lead solves a specific problem that every handler who works multiple dogs or handles dummies will recognise: you need your dog close and connected, but you also need both hands. Clipping the lead to your trousers or vest keeps the dog at your side without occupying a hand, which means you can throw a dummy, operate a launcher, manage another dog, or simply walk without the lead getting in the way. It's a niche product — but for the handlers who need it, it's indispensable. The PRO range construction means it's built to the same standard as the rest of the collection, not a compromise.

Key Benefits

Clips to trousers, belt loop, or training vest — both hands free
Scissor trigger clip — fast, reliable attachment and release
5mm English braid, 1.2m — matches the Field Trial PRO range
Spring-loaded stopper — adjusts and locks to position
Five colours — Olive, Blue, Green, Orange, Red
Part of the Field Trial PRO range — competition and training quality

Bailey Says 🐾

My friends, I have mixed feelings about the hands free lead. On one hand, it means I am very close to Craig at all times, which I enjoy. On the other hand, it means I am attached to Craig's trousers, which is an arrangement I find slightly undignified. However, I have observed that when Craig uses this lead, he has both hands available for throwing dummies, which is the part of training I enjoy most. I have therefore concluded that the hands free lead is, on balance, a good thing. I endorse it, with the caveat that Craig should use those free hands for throwing, not for checking his phone. 🐾

Perfect For

Handlers who need both hands free to throw dummies or operate equipment
Working with multiple dogs where one needs to be held close while another works
Country walks where you want your dog close without holding a lead
Training sessions where hands-free movement between exercises is needed
Handlers who want to match their full Field Trial PRO lead collection

Specifications

Braid: 5mm English braid
Length: 1.2m
Clip: Scissor trigger clip — durable and easy to use
Stopper: Spring-loaded plastic — adjusts and locks to position
Attachment: Clips to trousers, belt loop, or training vest
Colours: Olive, Blue, Green, Orange, Red
Not suitable for dogs that pull
Brand: Sporting Saint
Price: £10.45

How To Use

Clip the scissor trigger clip to a belt loop, trouser waistband, or training vest D-ring. Attach the lead end to your dog's collar using the slip collar section, adjusting the spring-loaded stopper for a snug fit. Your dog is now connected to you with both hands free. To release, unclip from your clothing or slip the collar over the dog's head.

Clip to belt loop, waistband, or training vest D-ring
Adjust the stopper for a snug collar fit — two fingers between collar and neck
Keep the lead short enough that the dog walks at your side, not ahead
Not for use with dogs that pull — use a training lead for dogs still learning heel work
Release by unclipping from clothing or slipping the collar over the dog's head

Care Guide

Rinse with clean water after muddy sessions and hang to dry naturally
Check the scissor trigger clip for wear or stiffness — apply a drop of oil if needed
Inspect the braid for fraying at clip and stopper contact points
Check the spring-loaded stopper moves freely and locks correctly before each use
Store coiled loosely in a dry kit bag between uses

Professional Insight

The hands free lead addresses a genuine practical gap in the handler's toolkit — the need to keep a dog close and connected without occupying a hand. In a training context, this is most valuable when working multiple dogs or handling equipment simultaneously. The scissor trigger clip is the key functional feature: it needs to be secure enough to hold a dog at the handler's side under normal movement, but fast enough to release in a single action when needed. The spring-loaded stopper provides the same collar-fit precision as the rest of the PRO range, which means the lead functions as a proper slip collar rather than a fixed loop — important for correct positioning and quick release.

Training Academy Tip 💡

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The hands free lead is most useful in group training sessions where you're managing multiple dogs and need to keep one dog close while working another. Clip the waiting dog to your vest, send the working dog, and you have full control of both without splitting your attention between a lead in your hand and the dog you're trying to train.

It's also excellent for the walk between the car and the training ground — a time when many handlers are carrying dummies, a bag, and trying to manage a dog on a lead simultaneously. Clip the dog to your belt, carry your kit in both hands, and arrive at the training ground organised rather than flustered.

One important note: the hands free lead requires a dog that walks to heel reliably. If your dog is still learning heel work, practise with a hand-held lead first. A dog that pulls on a hands free lead is a dog that's going to pull you sideways — which is neither comfortable nor a good training experience for either of you.

Complete Your Setup

Pair with the Field Trial PRO Swivel Slip Lead for standard handling work — use the Hands Free Lead when you need both hands free, the Swivel Slip Lead for everything else. Add the Sporting Saint Brace Set for days when you're running two dogs. A training vest with D-rings makes the hands free lead even more practical — clip point always in the same place, every session.

FAQs

What does it clip to?

The scissor trigger clip attaches to belt loops, trouser waistbands, or D-rings on training vests. It's designed to be secure enough to hold a dog at your side without pulling your clothing out of shape, but easy to release quickly when needed.

Is it suitable for dogs that pull?

No — the hands free lead is designed for trained dogs that walk to heel. A dog that pulls on a hands free lead will pull against your clothing rather than your hand, which is uncomfortable and potentially damaging to both the lead and your clothing. For dogs still learning heel work, use a standard training lead until the behaviour is reliable.

How does it differ from the Field Trial PRO Swivel Slip Lead?

The PRO Swivel Slip Lead is a hand-held lead for standard walking and handling. The Hands Free Lead clips to your clothing, leaving both hands free — it's a different use case rather than a replacement. Many handlers carry both: the Swivel Slip Lead for standard work and the Hands Free Lead for situations where they need both hands available.

Can I use it on country walks as well as training?

Yes — it's equally useful for country walks where you want your dog close without holding a lead. Ideal for navigating stiles, gates, or terrain where you need both hands, or simply for a more relaxed walk with a well-trained dog.