Game Changer
"The T-Rex Handles/Hand Straps give me another method of rucking for longer distance. I have been training with them and I love them. They are game changers!!! I will put them through the test @ The Go Ruck San Diego 2026! “Can’t Wait""
The Problem: Gravity Always Wins. Ruck long enough with enough weight, and physics takes its toll. Blood pools in your hands, leading to sausage fingers and swollen hands.
The Solution: The T-REX Position. The apex predator of all the dinosaurs naturally carried its arms high, increasing blood flow back to the heart. This is smart. The take-away for all of us is that elevating our hands keeps them working better longer so the hunt (for miles) continues strong.
Overall rating: 4.8783784 / 5 from 74 reviews.
T-REX Hand Straps offer a practical solution for long-distance runners and backpackers by elevating hands to improve blood flow and reduce swelling. The high-tenacity webbing ensures comfort and durability, while the universal compatibility allows easy attachment to any rucksack.
Review topics: [weight, straps, quality, work, position, fingers, addition, ruck, difference, hands, accessory, pair].
"The T-Rex Handles/Hand Straps give me another method of rucking for longer distance. I have been training with them and I love them. They are game changers!!! I will put them through the test @ The Go Ruck San Diego 2026! “Can’t Wait""
"Added a set to my army rucksack and crushed a 12-miler last weekend. Will 100% incorporate during my 18. 5-mile Norwegian ruck march next month. The straps allow you to noticeably shift the ruck weight during times when your shoulders and back want a change of scenery."
"Highly functional and excellent in the quality of the material / stitching. Hand slips could use a little more padding. I have long arms and the straps are a bit short."
"Love the product! Got my first ruck with them this morning…Basic Rucker w/ 30lb plate. The hand straps are an outstanding addition! Having the optional position for hands and the ability to occasionally shift the weight is worth every penny. I already ordered an additional pair to throw on my hiking/camping backpack and will be testing that pairing in 2 weeks."
"I’ve used others, but my OCD wanted to match colors with my ruck (always look cool) so it prompted the purchase. It simple. Nothing to break. Nothing to adjust (which I thought I’d miss but didn’t). “Girth hitch” might sound intimidating for some as the attachment method so just pass the small loopy end through the shoulder strap webbing thingy, and then stick the large loopy end through the small loopy end loop."
"A bit short. Loops are small. Add 3 inches length (all in the loop diameter) and they’d be dang near perfect"
"Lightweight, unassuming, sturdy. They perform as advertised and that helps relieve some of the load from my shoulders and catch a bit of recovery mid-ruck."
"I love these straps. Great to take weight off your shoulders while breaking in a new ruck."
"Definitely helps with weight adjustment. Only addition would be to add 1-2 more inches in length for people with long arms. Consider adding tab above the loop to be able to quickly grab without having to place hands through the loop."
"Finally got them installed. Took longer than I wanted, my issue, not GoRucks, and used them twice in the last 2 days. Like the feel of the straps and definitely noticed a difference in my hands at the end of the ruck!"