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trail loop for the most comfort. mine still look new and show no signs of wear.

I LOVE the alpine that came with my Ultra but after less than a year of daily use, it's showing wear and tear (it's fraying in different areas). So I bought an ocean band which I really love too.

Spigen durapro flex, the one with a buckle. Thats my most comfortable strap for my ultra.

Ocean band

I have green alpine loop medium and large. Then i bought yellow and orange ocean. I stayed with the ocean.

I still use the sport loop from my old watch

For casual wear, the braided solo loop in beige looks amazing and is very comfortable.

Only reason I got the blue ocean band for my AWU1 is that it was the only one in stock. Ended up loving it!

My collection of Nike Sports bands, including the original one that came with my Series 4 in 2018. That one is still going, but rarely used.

Ocean Band for me, I’ve 3 different colours for different occasions, they’re Uber comfortable and really suit the watch.

I run 30-50km a week and use the trail loop - it’s super comfy, snug and as-new a year later. My daily is actually the apple link bracelet. It’s expensive but pairs beautifully with the ultra’s matte finish. Divisive look though.

I have both the trail loop and the alpine loop. Will probably get the ocean band in the near future. I like them all and feel you can’t go wrong with any of them

Love my Nomad Ultra Orange Sport band.

I picked up the Ocean Band first but I’ve been using the Alpine loop the most. I have all three from the Ultra offerings. I’d say look wise Ocean is my favorite but comfort it’s the Alpine. Trail is my least favorite but it’s still one of my favorites from all the other bands I have

Best part of my ultra 2 is the alpine loop. Love this thing.

Trail loop is working very well for me right now, I have it since the AW ultra came out and no tear out at all and I use it every day in all situations.

Nomad- once you get one you’ll want more and never go back

Ocean for me. I got 4 colors.

AWU 1 user here. I went with the trail loop however, from the beginning it was not comfortable and I think it was the way it added tension to my wrist. Constantly had to adjust throughout the day and it drove me crazy. I do think it is my wrist though not the band itself everyone is different of course.

Found the Nomad sport band and never looked back! It’s snug just the way I like but without adding extra tension/pressure to make my wrist uncomfortable. Just my experience so far

Of the bands that come with the watch, I prefer the Ocean band. It's more secure than the Trail Loop, and easier to fasten and adjust than the Alpine Loop. But most importantly for me, it is extremely stain resistant, doesn't stay wet after exposure to water, and is easy to clean. I find it very comfortable as well. It's my daily driver band, though I do switch to other bands for special purposes/occasions.

I have the Ultra 1, had it for just under 6 months. I love it! Main thing I like is the battery life, getting through almost two days on a single charge is very nice. I also enjoy the bigger screen. I do a lot of handyman work, so the rugged case has been a godsend. As for bands, I think the trail loop is the best for day-to-day wear. The Ocean band is great for swimming and diving, but is a pain to get on and off. I don't have the trail loop so I can't speak for that.

I'd say get the Alpine Loop. It is a great band and none of the 3rd party copies are really that great. I have a few decent ones but the OEM one is noticeably better and bigger. That being said it is my most trusted band. If I'm heading out into the wilderness or something it is the band I go with.

I have several 3rd party silicone bands in various colors that are outstanding. I've never had one fail in any way but nature of the silicone clasp system doesn't give me the warm fuzzy confidence when exploring the forest like the Alpine Loop does. They are great the rest of the time and I often swap out to various silicone bands for the work week.

If you don't know any of them you should go for the blackest Trail Loop. When I got my first Ultra I went with the blue Trail loop because it was the only one available, and I bought the green Alpine Loop. I ended wearing mostly the Alpine because of its color but the Trail was much more confortable. With the Ultra 2 I got the blackest Trail and it is perfect. I don't find the Ocean confortable at all and plastic lugs can be a little wiggly depending of your band (I sent back my Midnight blue to Apple).

Ocean band hands down, because it's the only one I can wash every time I work out, and it's dry in 5 seconds. No wear, no problems.

I wear my watch in the shower. The ocean doesn’t need drying or get dirty. I had others that are fabric bands and they get stinky with the amount of exercise I put it through. If you plan to work a sweat with it. I’d go for the ocean. I’ve heard people say theirs don’t smell but they do when I doubt them and smell it. They just gotten used to the smell. I’m not the one. Because of this ocean all the way.

Thanks all for the feedback! I went down and picked up an Ultra 2… with the blue/grey Alpine loop! Loving it so far.

As this is my first Apple Watch… I’ll be checking in here regularly to learn more tips and tricks!

Great discussion. I’ll look for a Black Friday Deal to get the AWU2. As I am runner still debating between Trail or Alpine. Do you guys also go under the shower only with the Ocean band?

I have the trail and alpine loop. Prefer the alpine loop by far.

I have all three - Trail loop is the most comfortable and inconspicuous.

Alpine loop looks cool and is comfortable but it’s so annoying to take off

Ocean loop can be uncomfortable at times

I got mine with the alpine loop which isn’t bad, also purchased an ocean band which I really like! But am now using the nomad titanium band which is perfect! I wear it all day everyday even to sleep 😂

Active Black Caseology Athlex is the perfect strap for me. Looks like leather but it’s actually silicone, so it looks smart while being completely waterproof. Also has a breathable material on the underside so it never gets sweaty 👌

Alpine loop is the best strap, not just for AWU but any AW.

I got the ultra 2 with the ocean white band and a orange alpine loop. Great bands both!

Trail loop is the only one that actually gets tight enough to ensure the heavy watch is not annoying during physical activity like running and mountain biking. I also think they look great, and mine has lasted a year with minimal wear. There is certainly some wear to the Velcro but it’s used multiple times a day.

Alpine Loop is ultra comfy and ultra secure. Puns intended 😂

Daily wear: definitely Trail Loop. The others are a) harder to put on/take off; b) less comfy. Congrats on a new Ultra!

I just bought an apple leather band (new) from woot in the black color for 57 dollars, it looks pretty nice on the AWU. You can check Reddit for pictures of the combo