Lightweight, Ultra-Strong Leash for Water Sports

Abstract

A lightweight, ultra-strong leash for water sports is disclosed. The utility model relates to a tether, herein called a “leash,” for attaching a person to a canoe, kayak, foil, paddleboard, surfboard, surfski or similar watercraft. The leash allows a person to maintain connection to the watercraft in case of temporary separation such as from capsizing or falling. The leash comprises a resilient rope, rope swivels, hardware, and an adjustable cuff or belt. The leash attaches at one end to the watercraft and at the other end to the cuff or belt, which is worn by the sporting person. The full assembly is compact and features two mechanisms for optional quick-connect or quick-disconnect. The leash has equivalent strength to wire strand steel but is extremely lightweight. The materials' resistances to UV degradation and water and salt water deterioration uniquely boost the full assembly's overall strength and integrity initially and over time.

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