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dangler
Since 26 Feb 2006
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 Wed Oct 16, 13 10:51 am The problem with leashes? |
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Just Ask Jack!!
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kitezilla
Since 22 Jun 2006
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| Wed Oct 16, 13 3:26 pm |
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Hey, we're always just looking at the danger to us, the kiter... how about looking at it from a board's point of view!
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wylieflyote
Since 30 Jun 2006
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| Wed Oct 16, 13 3:40 pm Re: The problem with leashes? |
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| dangler wrote: | | Just Ask Jack!! |
Huh? Leashes are nuts. And I only ask Jack for no more that 2 ice cubes, 3 fingers. Reminds me, stop by in Las Vegas for 1.75 ltrs for $29!!! Less than the cost of .75 in Wa State.
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BeerKite
Since 29 Mar 2011
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| Wed Oct 16, 13 7:29 pm |
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| kitezilla wrote: | | Hey, we're always just looking at the danger to us, the kiter... how about looking at it from a board's point of view! |
That shot is perfect! We just need to photoshop a bullseye on the back of that guys head to further illustrate the point.
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J.W.SURFS
Since 14 Aug 2012
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| Wed Oct 16, 13 8:37 pm |
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I rode with Leash for two years...... No problem..... Just saying..... Never lost a board or a eye. Great tool if used correctly. Get over it!!! I know, You could get hurt........ Puss,
Fly the kite right, stay in control.
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Bettyboarder
Since 18 Mar 2005
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PDX/ White Salmon
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| Wed Oct 16, 13 9:26 pm |
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Fly the kite right and you dont need a leash.
I have seen a couple nasty head wounds on the beach from people using leashes. One dude even was wearing a helmet it just hit him right above his eyebrow in the little gap.
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dangler
Since 26 Feb 2006
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| Wed Oct 16, 13 11:27 pm D ON'T U GET IT? |
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THAT'S THE GUY THAT INVENTED THE SURF LEASH! Not to mention the rubber you wear!
NO, NOT THAT RUBBER DOWN THERE!  Use a leash and you too can be a Pirate!
ARRRRRRRRRG, MATEY! KOOKS FROM WILSONVILLE DON'T KNOW JACK!(O'neill)
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Sasquatch
Since 09 Mar 2005
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| Thu Oct 17, 13 7:52 am Re: D ON'T U GET IT? |
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| dangler wrote: |
ARRRRRRRRRG, MATEY! KOOKS FROM WILSONVILLE DON'T KNOW JACK!(O'neill) |
So true Dangler. Even with a helmet, one can sustain a nasty recoil hit from the board and still be compromised. Ditch the leash.
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blowhard
Since 26 Dec 2005
2027 Posts
Windward
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| Thu Oct 17, 13 8:00 am |
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| ya you better ditch,em
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ShiverMeTimbers
Since 26 Feb 2013
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Gig Harbor
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| Thu Oct 17, 13 9:40 am |
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| there is a small but dedicated contingent of surfers who don't believe in leashes either. Makes you a better surfer if you have to be conscious of board control through the kickout. Just say'n.
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K2
Since 30 Apr 2009
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| Fri Oct 18, 13 9:03 am |
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You rode with a kiteboard leash for 2 years and then you gave up the sport? You also didn't learn to body drag in 2 years?
Please don't use a kiteboard leash, and learn how to body drag. It will at least save you the money on your leash and it will teach you an essential skill you need to be a proficient kiteboarder. I'm so thankful I feel comfortable body dragging because it comes in handy all the time!
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BeerKite
Since 29 Mar 2011
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A.K.
Since 01 Jul 2006
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| Fri Oct 18, 13 12:10 pm |
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yes, i just watched a documentary that brought up the history of the surf leash. As the full story goes the first leash was invented by O'neils son. He attached surgical tubing to the nose of the board and the riders wrist. After his father was injured using this configuration the leash attachment point was moved to the back of the board and the riders ankle.
We have had this ongoing debate for years - but those of you that are ardent NWKite commentators -are you really speaking about static leashes (surf style leashes)?
I doubt any of you have actually used a coil/reel style leash. These style leashes are completely different animals. Except for the one fellow that who had a situation where the coil/reel malfunctioned due to twist/wrap, had anyone been injured when using a coil/reel?
The commentary gets confusing because we don't know if you all are referring to static or coil/reel leashes.
Perhaps the photo by kitezilla answers the question. When pulled off with such force it seems obvious that the board is going to come back at you - coil/reel or not...
-A.K.
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kitezilla
Since 22 Jun 2006
453 Posts
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| Fri Oct 18, 13 12:49 pm |
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http://www.kiteforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=2363763
The above link to the most exhaustive discussion of leashes ever.
The subject is not as cut and dry as some may think... but the advice of "Don't use a leash of any kind!!... is still the best advice to give to most people. Only after a kiter is well educated on the subject, should that person consider the use of a particular type of leash for a particuar situation.
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