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Top 10 Surfboard Leashes

 This is the comprehensive list of what we feel at Boardshop are the Top 10 Surfboard Leashes for this year.

  • FCS Freedom Helix Leash
  • Sympl Re-Leash Pro Leash
  • Dakine Kaimana Leash
  • Ocean & Earth Slimline Comp Leash
  • Sympl Standard Pro Surfboard Leash
  • Ocean & Earth One XT Premium Leash
  • Slater Designs x Revolwe Regular Leash
  • Ocean & Earth One XT All Round/Comp Leash
  • FCS All Round surfboard Leash
  • RYD Layback Surfboard Leash

Leashes have an underrated importance in surfing for the rider and the safety of everyone else in the water.

We have all seen the surfer who thinks he is super cool surfing with no leash, then he wipes out and you watch his board come flying into the shallows, or hopefully, flying onto rocks!!

Leashes are important for the rider, this is your connection to what is a floatation aid, secondly, you can ride and fall off the wave and you don’t have to constantly chase your board back and forth. The Leash is also what keeps your board safe from crashing into people, other boards and rocks too.

Surfboard Leash

No one would want to be the surfer whose board hit a kid because they didn’t have a leash on.

The other vital factor with all leashes is how they perform when you’re actually surfing. If your leash tangles, or the cuff spins, you will spend your time trying to get out of knots and miss all the waves.

Along with this if you leash isn’t up to the job it will snap when you wipe out and then your board is loose, and anything can happen.

When you are choosing a Leash, for sizing we would advise, start at 6ft, and then as your surfboard gets longer than 6ft 10, switch to a 7ft leash and then when that board is above 7ft 10, go to 8ft leash, once up to a 9ft board it’ll be a 9ft leash.

1: FCS Freedom Helix Surfboard Leash

FCS Helix Leash

This seriously cool looking and technically brilliant FCS Freedom leash just got better, allow us to introduce the Freedom Helix All Round surfboard leash from the troopers at FCS.

I use this leash and it is like nothing i`ve had before……….it is ridiculously good.

The Freedom Helix provides all the benefits of the original FCS Freedom Leash, such as less weight, super strength and sustainability in a leash that’s a true original with no tangle. It features a cord made from natural bio-resin which is super durable, the Helix ups the performance levels by being lighter and faster than anything you’ve used before, it is also kinder on the environment so is a natural winner with us.

The cord is naturally sourced, a corn-based Bio-Resin construction which results in a lighter and stronger cord. The inner Helix straightens under load to absorb shock and amplify strength. The Helix’s textured cord surface creates smoother water flow resulting in less drag. The cuff has a Silicone Grip Print which reduces slipping around ankle, there is 2mm Neoprene Padding which is thin, light and comfortable. The Low Profile Moulded Velcro is stronger than ever and more reliable. The Moulded Pull-tab has a new grip designed for quicker release than ever before.

The FCS Freedom Helix leash is a surf leash for all conditions and all surfing styles………and we love it.

2: Sympl Re-Leash Pro Surfboard Leash

Sympl Re-Leash Pro Surfboard Leash

The Sympl Re-Leash Pro surfboard leash is an amazing leash and a  game changer, it`s the most Eco-Friendly leash ever made.

These leashes are made with REPREVE the world's leading recycled fibre, this stuff is incredible and importantly helps protect our land, oceans and air. Each leash uses two recycled plastic bottles. Unlike some other 'eco' leashes there is no compromise in strength or durability with these Sympl leashes, we've been using them in all conditions and we've had no breaks. Sympl Surf leashes are made in clean and Sympl colour-ways and a modern aesthetic. The collection of surf leashes ranges from shortboard to longboard they are lightweight performance surf leashes ideal for all waves types.

Sympl are taking the surf industry into new territory with an incredible range of products and an environmental ethos unrivalled in the surfing world. With leashes that are both durable and comfortable in a wide range of conditions from 1 – 10ft, these leashes really are the business, super comfortable neoprene cuff, stainless steel double swivels and a triple wrap rail saver. The leash also comes with a branded leash string and a key pocket…….superb

The Sympl Re-Leash surfboard leash is functional, well designed and guarantees performance, another team favourite. When we decided to work with Sympl the key factor was the   environmental element to what they do………..Sympl is the future.

3: Dakine Kaimana Leash

Dakine Kaimana Leash

The epic Dakine Kaimana Leash is now available in pro comp and team versions this leash is set to be another game changer in the Dakine range of leashes.

The Kaimana surf leash offers increased durability, comfort and performance. The Dura-Cord is refined for reduced drag without compromising on strength. The low-profile ankle cuff conforms to the shape of your ankle for a zero-distraction fit.

As always with Dakine every aspect of this leash has been detailed for maximum performance

Features:

Patent-pending Zero Distraction ankle cuff with ergonomic base plate reduces bulk and conforms to the ankle

Infinite Flex 360º moulded leash ends increase flex to maximize strength while keeping the leash free from tangles

Thin line rail saver streamlined design reduces bulk

100% marine grade stainless steel swivel!

4: Ocean & Earth Slimline Comp Surfboard Leash

Ocean & Earth Slimline Comp Leash

Looking cool with a super strong lightweight leash, the Ocean & Earth Slimline Lightweight Comp surfboard leash means your search is over!

A new take on the width and the weight of the cord, and materials used in the ankle strap and rail saver means this is as light as it gets, less weight equals better performance of course.

In 2010 O&E dropped the first One Piece leash which set new standards for durability and strength this has now been improved again with a new production method and a unique urethane formula for the cord. This new Slimline leash design has improved stretch and memory retention.

40% stronger, 40% more stretch, no joins and no weak points.

The Slimline Lightweight Comp One Piece leash has a 6mm urethane cord, stainless steel swivels, neoprene padded ankle cuff and a webbing rail saver.

5: Sympl Standard Pro Surfboard Leash

 

Sympl Standard Pro Surfboard Leash

 

The Sympl Standard Pro surfboard leash is an absolute Banger and super comfy to boot. These leashes are made from post consumer plastic bottles. Sympl Surf leashes are made in clean and Sympl colour-ways and a modern aesthetic. The collection of surf leashes ranges from shortboard to longboard they are lightweight performance surf leashes ideal for all waves, the standard pro leash is great for an all around everyday leash.

Our warehouse manager uses this leash and swears that it makes him feel like he surfs like a pro, due to the freedom he feels.

Sympl is a new surf hardware company with an incredible range of products and an environmental ethos unrivalled in the surfing world. This Standard Pro leash is great for 3-10ft waves, has a 6mm lightweight cord for minimal drag, a 1.75" super comfortable neoprene cuff, stainless steel double swivels and a triple wrap rail saver. The leash also comes with a branded leash string and a key pocket.

The Sympl Standard Pro surfboard leash is functional, well designed and guarantees performance.

6: Ocean & Earth One XT Premium Surfboard Leash

 

Ocean & Earth One XT Premium Surfboard Leash

 

Officially the worlds strongest surf leash; Ocean & Earth's One Piece XT construction is the latest innovation in the pursuit for the best possible blend of strength and function.

In 2010 O&E dropped the first One Piece leash which set new standards for durability and strength this has now been improved again in 2021 with a new production method and a unique urethane formula for the cord. This new One-XT has improved stretch and memory retention.

40% stronger, 40% more stretch, no joins and no weak points, total peace of mind.

The One-XT Premium One Piece leash has a 7mm urethane cord, stainless steel swivels, neoprene padded ankle cuff and a webbing rail saver.

7: Slater Designs x Revolwe Regular Surfboard Leash

Slater Designs x Revolwe Regular Surfboard Leash

The Slater Designs X Revolwe Regular 6ft surfboard leash is about as close to "green" or Eco friendly you're going to find. First and foremost this Swedish designed Slater Designs X Revolwe leash is great quality and has all the features required from a modern surf accessory.

Constructed with a 7mm High Strength Polyurethane Cord, 50mm Yulex® Cuff (natural rubber sourced from forests supported by the Forest Stewardship Council® certified by the Rainforest Alliance), smooth rotating stainless steel swivels, super-strong Velcro, Revolwe branded leash string, detachable/replaceable rail saver and cuff, smart key pocket.

Revolwe use a polyester yarn made from certified post-consumer PET (plastic bottles). For every 500 gram of recycled polyester yarn used in Revolwe products raw material usage and energy consumption is reduced by 61000 BTU's. This is equivalent of 2 litres of petroleum products! It's your planet....look after it.

8: Ocean & Earth One XT All Round/Comp Surfboard Leash

Ocean & Earth One XT All Round/Comp Surfboard Leash

The leash is heralded as the world’s strongest leash and that is official!

Ocean & Earth have used the leading innovation and design to create the perfect combination of strength and performance and the result of this is the One-Piece XT surfboard leash.

The XT leash has improved on the original One-Piece leash and now has increased strength, stretch and the leash has no joins which means that it doesn’t have any weak points.

The Ocean & Earth One Piece XT leash has an incredibly strong 6mm urethane cord, with a rail saver that is webbed. The leash also has a padded cuff and swivel points that are stainless steel.

This leash has and will continue to stand up to the heaviest waves and is certified as the strong leash money can buy.

9: FCS All Round Surfboard Leash

FCS All Round Surfboard Leash

FCS is synonymous with quality and this leash is no different.

The All Round leash has been inspired by the revolutionary Freedom Leash which has been one of our best selling surf accessories over the last couple of years. The All Round is a streamlined, lightweight and durable surf leash which is super comfortable and built to handle all conditions.

Key features include 'In-Cuff' silicone grip which prevents the leash from rotating on your leg, a Hypalon pull tab which is easy to locate and operate even with gloves on and the Velcro closure is extra strong. The extended over mould or standoff reduces tangles and the contoured horn conforms to the shape of the ankle making it very comfortable.

The FCS Essential Series has a surf leash for all conditions and all surfing styles.

10: RYD Layback Surfboard Leash

RYD Layback Surfboard Leash

These eye catching leashes are ridiculous value for money. The super comfortable quick release cuff provides secure fit & safety, whilst the precision moulded connectors enable increased strength and flexibility with breakage resistance.

Using the highest grade urethane cord means they have maximum strength to perform with confidence in all conditions whilst the double stainless steel swivels eliminate leash tangles. Plus this leash has a handy key pocket for secure key storage, perfect for surf trips. 

The RYD brand is kicking out some excellent products across all surf categories and their leashes are a highlight for sure.

Summary

All these leashes are available in varying lengths and can be ridden when surfing as a beginner on your first soft board or longboard, and they can also be surfed by the experienced charger in pumping waves to.

Now we have identified the importance of a high-quality leash and reviewed the Top 10 leashes for the year, its clear that everyone has a wide range of choice and all the leashes are very good quality.

The technology going into the leashes, to make them lighter, more comfortable, more eco friendly and more reliable is increasing day by day and we feel the leash quality and performance will continue to grow.

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