What type of surfboard leash should I get?

A general rule when choosing your surfboard leash is that it should be the same length (or slightly longer if your board is in-between sizes) as the board its being used on. For example, if your surfboard is 6’0, use a 6’0 leash. If it’s 6’6 Surfboard, grab a 7’0 Leash.

How thick should my surf leash be?

The thickness of your leash depends on the type of water conditions you’re surfing on. Thicker leashes are stronger but create more drag. When surfing smaller waves, go for thinner leashes (5 to 6mm). Regular and large wave conditions, on the other hand, requires leashes that are 7mm thick.

What is a leash in surfing?

A leg rope or surfboard leash is a urethane cord attached to the deck of a surfboard, down near the tail. It prevents the surfboard from being swept away by waves and stops runaway surfboards from hitting other surfers and swimmers.

Do you need a leash when surfing?

So to answer the question, yes, you do need a surfboard leash, especially when you are first starting out. A surfboard leash will protect other surfers, stop your board being smashed on rocks, and save you miles of swimming after your surfboard.

Which is the best surfboard leash to buy?

One positive feature of the leash, though, is the silicone on the inside of the cuff. The leash will stay in place on your ankle better than other leashes. This leash from Ocean and Earth can withstand a beating. The cord itself is made with extremely tough material, but it’s also thicker than other leashes.

Are there any surfboard leashes that are recycled?

If you are planning to surf reef breaks more than beach breaks, this might be the leash for you. Unfortunately, plastic’s impact on the environment doesn’t hide in the ocean. This leash helps combat that by being one of the only leashes made with recycled materials.

What kind of yarn is a surf leash made out of?

FCS brings new innovation to the table with this surf leash. Instead of being made solely with urethane like other surf leashes, it is constructed with nylon yarn wrapped around a durable cord. It’s the only leash on the list that is made this way, allowing it to be extremely thin.

Where is the leash plug on a surfboard?

Attach the string to the surfboard – Push the string with the loop end through the leash plug on the surfboard. The leash plug or cup is located on the tail end of the surfboard.