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For surfers who've done this before, stop reading now—you know how to do it. If you've never attached a leash to a surfboard, then our easy how to attach a surfboard leash tutorial will show you how. It is not rocket science.
Let's check the ingredients that we are going to need
Unpack your leash and make sure the cord is present. (It's the string bit that is separate from the main leash.) If it's not, then get back to the surf shop and have a tantrum in the middle of the store until you get the attachment and some sizeable compensation.
There are lots of knots that you can use to attach the leash cord; however, we'll show you one that works well. (Consult your local Cub Scout or friendly fisherman for the full list.) Before tying the knot, check the type of leash you have. There are two typical connections that you'll find on a leash; either a sewn loop connection which the cord passes through or a Velcro strap that closes over the loop. With the sewn loop you must ensure that the cord has been threaded through the loop BEFORE you tie the knot. (You'll soon realise why if you do forget thread it). With the Velcro strap you can go right ahead and tie it.
Sewn Loop Leash
Velcro Leash
The first step is to tie the ends of the leash string together to create a loop. This has to be done leaving enough room to pass the leash through when attached to the leash plug on the board.
Cord with knot for Velcro tie surfboard leash
Cord with knot tied for sewn loop leash
With the sewn loop, move the knot round so it is covered by the leash loop. This will make it a little more comfortable when you are on your board and keep the knot out of the way for the next stage.
So that's the knot. As mentioned, there are other knots that you can use—just make sure you tie them tight.
Once the knot is tied you then need to thread the cord through the leash plug on your board.
So here are the finished ties. Both the sewn loop and Velcro are shown, and both are (hopefully) solid as a rock.
The left-hand image above shows the Velcro board leash, and the right-hand image shows the sewn board leash. Notice anything different about them? Did you know that the Velcro-attached cord will have double the strength of the sewn cord? This makes the Velcro leash the recommended type based on cord strength, a factor to consider when buying a surfboard leash.
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that doesn't really tell you what to do with first comers
I'm not sure I understand the question.
Thx, You helped me : )
Helped me thanks :)
what is the material of the cord made of?
It's made of polyethylene or something similar.
Thanks lots it works perfectly and i only started yesterday
I just bought a Billabong 6ft leash and the string at the back is linked with the sticker. So do I need to cut it off and make a loop?
@Guest on Jan 25, 2013: Don't cut through the string, you want that intact. Either cut through the sticker or peel it off.
you can use shoelaces too..
Great!
Thanks for the resource. Its helpful!I will be trying with Leash String soon.
James
Cheers for the help
Thanks Helped a Lot :)
My surfboard is a Billow 7 foot foamie and it has a different attachment on the board so I have no idea what to do? I can't find a tutorial anywhere... Not even on the website
Hi Olivia, take a photo and post it over on the surf hardware forum, you're sure to get some help with attaching your leash there.
Awesome guide!
i don't get it
What if there is no leash plug on your board?