The Nylon Strap DW5000 Pedals

Ok, I am looking for another Double Pedal. I once owned an Iron Cobra double with the power glide cam. Currently I have a DW5000 single pedal with the accelerator cam. I have never used a strap driven pedal and have always wandered if i would ever regret buying one. I am leaning more towards the DW because it's made in USA and has a better warranty. But what about the nylon strap drive? Anybody have one and like the feel better than the chain drive? Or will the straps fail over time? I like the looks of the cam on the strap drive, it looks like it's a smooth yet sensitive action. Any oppinions are appreciated. Thanks!

Anything will fail over time...the strap will fail faster than a chain IMHO.

The main deal with a strap driven pedal is that it's uber quiet...perfect for recording. If you're going to be blasting away at live shows, I'd rather have the chain.

i've had both a DW Strap pedal, and Tama Strap pedal, and can safely say the Tama will easily out last the DW. after a few weeks, the DW's strap already had the eyelet hole, where it attaches to the cam, stretched beyond recognition.

i'm mostly a heeldown guy, and dont consider myself a pounder by any means, so i was really upset this was happening. luckily MF had a 45 day return policy.

a strap is easily replaced with one that is stronger. Although, I have an old Tama strap pedal and it still has the original strap! I am not a really tough player, however. the biggest advantage of strap and metal link driven pedals is that they are smoother and quieter. Chains are too clunky. My newest pedal is an Axis pedal-super smooth and fast.