I need a watch band that can keep up with my active lifestyle. Sadly, Carty's watch bands just weren't good enough. Although they came in a wide range of colors and designs, they weren't sturdy enough for my way of life. A few weeks of wearing one caused the band to fray and the color to deteriorate. That's definitely not what you want in a watch band. Don't even get me started on the clasp; it kept coming undone while I was working out. Sorry, Carty, but the heat was simply too much for your watch bands. If you're an athletic, I'd advise you to search elsewhere for a watch band that is more dependable.