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Velocicraptor said..
I've been using coil leashes (board to ankle) for a long time but I wind up snapping one or two a season. Typically when I snap a leash its top speed wipeout where the board gets planted and I go flying. chances are the leash has already been knicked by the foil at some point as well. Thinking about trying a 5' uncoiled leash but wondering if I'm going to snap these more without the dampening of the coil? Also, is 5' enough to get the board away from me?
what's working best for others? I know there are some other threads on this but they are very old. Not interested in a waist leash (they always get wrapped around my leg or between my legs).
I use lightweight windsurf uphaul rope. it has the shock cord with an outer protective sheath in case the shock cord breaks.
Costs around $20 and I attach it to a waist belt though you could adapt it to a decent size Velcro strap for another $10ish.
