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| - | Most of our wiki commentary on this page is based on the idea that leashes should be bombproof, particularly for open ocean or cold water use. But it should be noted that paddlers who regularly play in or traverse surf breaks and places where waves may break irregularly often say that they want their leashes to have a breaking point below where their bodies may start to be in danger or injured. Even though their standard practice is to unleash when going through surf breaks, very experienced surfskiers can still be surprised or caught off guard by breaking waves, or if they are racing they may shave things a little too close. We have seen some comments to this effect on surfski.info and other places and we will try to add more information along these lines as we can collect it. But if you are paddling in such areas, it would probably be very **wise to consult with experienced and respected local paddlers** about their **preferred leash setups and best practices** (how to avoid endangering yourself AND others in the water when you traverse the surf zone, etc.?) Also see the [[:safety_leashes#quick_releases|quick release]] section below (although if you are looking for a quick release as a fail safe after starting to get dragged by your surfski in surf, you probably want one that you can simply release without needing any extra strength as you might need to pull a carabiner or hook style release to clear what it is hooked to). Some paddlers who traverse surf breaks report managing much better with end connected leashes than center mounts. We do not know how big such breaks/waves are and clearly there is some limit in wave size beyond which you do not want to still be connected to your surfski in any fashion. Of course that size of breaking wave is typically one you want to stay away from if possible. | + | Most of our wiki commentary on this page is based on the idea that leashes should be bombproof, particularly for open ocean or cold water use. But it should be noted that paddlers who regularly play in or traverse surf breaks and places where waves may break irregularly often say that they want their leashes to have a breaking point below where their bodies may start to be in danger or injured. Even though their standard practice is to unleash when going through surf breaks, very experienced surfskiers can still be surprised or caught off guard by breaking waves, or if they are racing they may shave things a little too close. We have seen some comments to this effect on surfski.info and other places and we will try to add more information along these lines as we can collect it. But if you are paddling in such areas, it would probably be very **wise to consult with experienced and respected local paddlers** about their **preferred leash setups and best practices** (how to avoid endangering yourself AND others in the water when you traverse the surf zone, etc.?) Also see the [[:safety_leashes#quick_releases|quick release]] section below (although if you are looking for a quick release as a fail safe after starting to get dragged by your surfski in surf, you probably want one that you can simply release without needing any extra strength as you might need to pull a carabiner or hook style release to clear what it is hooked to). Some paddlers who traverse surf breaks **report managing much better with end connected leashes** than center mounts. We do not know how big such breaks/waves are and clearly there is some limit in wave size beyond which you do not want to still be connected to your surfski in any fashion. Of course that size of breaking wave is typically one you want to stay away from if possible. |
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| - | As an alternative to the leg leash, some assemble a **leash** that attaches to a **belt** around the paddler's waist **with a line** that runs/attaches **behind them**. Some **attach** to **existing or added** mounting **holes or pads** directly **behind** their **seats** while others **attach** to a **line** that stretches **between the stern** handle **and the storage straps** on the back deck, while **others** just have a **long leash **that **connects** near the** stern end**. The preference for an attachment running all the way to the stern is based at least in part on preferring a surfski to **line up parallel with the wind** after a dump in big conditions in preparation for your remount. A side wise remount from the upwind side works well in all conditions, given adequate remount technique and practice, although it is possible that the surfski may need to be turned or swum under in order for the paddler to get to the upwind side after a "huli"((See [[:terminology#outrigger_terms|huli]])) . Having the **ski line up downwind** after a fall can make it easier to turn the ski for an upwind mount without having the leash wrapped around the boat. It also **presents the narrowest aspect** of the boat to the wind thus **decreasing the likely pull** of the boat against the paddler and their boat leash. (For what it is worth, we have heard of at least one rare incident where a built-in leash anchor failed and was pulled loose by a leg leash in a particularly strong huli.) The back end of these stern lines is typically placed behind the rudder so that a rolling surfski is less likely to catch and wrap your leash with the rudder. | + | As an alternative to the leg leash, some assemble a **leash** that attaches to a **belt** around the paddler's waist **with a line** that runs/attaches **behind them**. Some **attach** to **existing or added** mounting **holes or pads** directly **behind** their **seats** while others **attach** to a **line** that stretches **between the stern** handle **and the storage straps** on the back deck, while **others** just have a **long leash **that **connects** near the** stern end**. The preference for an attachment running all the way to the stern is based at least in part on preferring a surfski to **line up parallel with the wind** after a dump in big conditions in preparation for your remount. A side wise remount from the upwind side works well in all conditions, given adequate remount technique and practice, although it is possible that the surfski may need to be turned or swum under in order for the paddler to get to the upwind side after a "huli"((See [[:terminology#outrigger_terms|huli]])) . Having the **ski line up downwind** after a fall can make it easier to turn the ski for an upwind mount without having the leash wrapped around the boat. It also **presents the narrowest aspect** of the boat to the wind thus **greatly ****decreasing the pull** of the boat against the paddler and their boat leash. (For what it is worth, we have heard of at least one rare incident where a built-in leash anchor failed and was pulled loose by a center anchored leg leash in a particularly strong huli.) The back end of these stern lines is typically placed behind the rudder so that a rolling surfski is less likely to catch and wrap your leash with the rudder. |
| * **Limitations on Rear Leashes** | * **Limitations on Rear Leashes** | ||
| * **In general, rear leashes** will **work better with clean rear decks**. | * **In general, rear leashes** will **work better with clean rear decks**. | ||
| - | * One potential limitation with a rear leash setup is interference between it and a** rear deck mounted camera**. | + | * One potential limitation with a rear leash setup is interference between it and a** rear deck mounted camera**. |
| - | * We also have reports of hulis with a rear leash catching and** popping out rear drainage plugs** on** Kai Wa'a surfskis**. | + | * We also have reports of hulis with a rear leash catching and** popping out rear drainage plugs** on** Kai Wa'a surfskis**. |
| - | * One solution to the rear leash/rear drain plug issue is to add a front hole as this paddler has done - [[https://surfski.info/forum/19-boats/20559-kai-waa-vega-arc.html?start=20#41218|surfski.info post with photos]] | + | * One solution to the rear leash/rear drain plug issue is to add a front hole as this paddler has done - [[https://surfski.info/forum/19-boats/20559-kai-waa-vega-arc.html?start=20#41218|surfski.info post with photos]] |
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| * [[https://www.northshoreinc.com/store/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=533&idcategory=86|Northshore Quick Release Belt]] w/ Leash - these are sold with 4' and 6' leashes | * [[https://www.northshoreinc.com/store/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=533&idcategory=86|Northshore Quick Release Belt]] w/ Leash - these are sold with 4' and 6' leashes | ||
| * [[https://northwater.com/collections/rescue-belt-tow-systems/products/eds-belt|Northwater Quick Release Safety Belt]] | * [[https://northwater.com/collections/rescue-belt-tow-systems/products/eds-belt|Northwater Quick Release Safety Belt]] | ||
| - | * [[http://www.fitnesslifestyle.com.au/safety-products/xm-surfmore/pages/calf-and-body-leash.html|Power Clip]] - review? there is velcro in the waist belt closure and in the leg wrap | + | * [[https://mustangsurvival.com/|MTI waist belt ]] Do a search for "SUP Leash Release Belt" or do a web search for "MTI SUP Leash Release Belt" - they are sold in multiple places. |
| - | * [[https://mustangsurvival.com/|MTI waist belt ]] Do a search for "SUP Leash Release Belt" | + | |
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