NEWS: WHY USE A LEASH FOR YOUR WING BOARD?

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26 september 2023 0

It may get stuck between your toes, wrap itself around the stab or hook into your harness at the worst possible moment, yet the benefit of using a board leash is cut and dry!

It only takes one swim behind your board in a strong wind with small bumps to understand that not using a leash is a very risky bet. If it’s true that with the help of the wing you can generally recover your board without too much trouble, you will probably agree that “generally” is not enough when it comes to your safety at sea. Using a leash also reduces the risks for those around you. If you lose your board in the waves, it can turn into a dangerous object for swimmers or surfers. The use of a leash is therefore also a mark of respect for all users of the spot. In addition, if you lose your board it can be seriously damaged in the shorebreak or on a rocky beach that will leave its mark on your magic stick. The leash also allows you to catch your board in a flash second by pulling on the leash and take off in between two waves. Every second counts when you’re battling a solid shorebreak in onshore conditions! In the event of a more serious problem such as heavy discomfort or a shock that knocks you out, your leashes are your only lifelines to hold you on to your gear. We therefore highly recommend it. Follow our advice in this article the properly attach your leash.