Kite leashes

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Are you looking for a kite leash? A reliable kite leash is a must-have for every kite surfer. You never know what happens on the water, but with the right kite leash you will always be safe on the water. Leashes are available in many different sizes, colors and models. Think of the difference between a long leash and a short leash. But which leash is best for me? 

Kite safety leash

As a kiter, it is always important to have a safety leash. You wear the leash on your kite harness / trapeze and it is attached to your kite. If you get into trouble while kiting and you pull your safety, the leash will make sure that your kite will completely depower. The kite will drop into the water and you can safely retrieve your kite. If you need to release your kite for any reason, it is important that you have your release handy. You should always be able to pull your release. 

Length of the kite leash

With a beginning kitesurfer, you always want to have a short leash, a long one will only cause frustration at the beginning. A long leash can get in the way and you won't need it. Most freeriders like a short leash, since it doesn't get in the way. For unhooked moves, a short-leash is not useful. Most kiteleashes are about a meter long. This is a very all-around length that actually works fine for any kitesurfer. Some wakestyle kitesurfers prefer an extra long kite leash. 

Finishing the kite leash

The base of a kite leash consists of a band of polyesther. For a short leash this is fine. Especially a long leash can feel rough when landing or making unhooked tricks like a handlepass (especially with burnt skin). Some kiteleashes are therefore finished with neoprene, which feels nicer when the leash is wrapped around you.