Cause of surfing takeoff failure(18)-Because your paddling is slow and you step on the leash

If the leash gets tangled in your foot, it will be difficult to take off. Also, if you step on the leash after taking off, it will not be stable and riding will be difficult.

I will teach you how.
This time, I will talk about leashes.

Please be careful about how to store the leash. For example, wrapping a leash around a surfboard and storing it will make it easier for the leash to get entangled. Hang and store the leash so that it is straight.

The leash is floating around your ankle as you mount it on the surfboard and wait for the waves. If you try to take off in this state, the leash may get entangled in your leg.

If you paddle fast more than 10 times, the resistance of the water will cause the leash to flow backwards. The leash moves away from your ankle, making it less likely to get entangled.

10 times is a guide.
This is because you need to paddle a certain distance before the leash flows backwards. I think it’s easy to get entangled when the paddle is 2-3 times.

Also, beginners need to paddle at least 10 times to take off. For more information, please read the following articles.

The angle at which the leash velcro strap is wrapped around the ankle is also important. Wear the leash cord so that it faces the outside of the side of your ankle.

If that happens, you can remove the leash by raising your foot for a moment. However, this is difficult for beginner surfers. Because, if you raise one leg, the whole weight will be on the remaining leg. One point on the surfboard sinks and becomes very unstable. Therefore, beginners should be careful not to step on the leash as much as possible.