The general rule is to choose a leash of the same length as the surfboard, to avoid possible injuries. In small waves we can choose a leash a little shorter than the board, while in big waves, it is better to choose a leash a little longer than the board. For the diameter, the standard is 7mm, but in small waves we can choose a leash with reduced diameter (Comp) to reduce the weight, while in larger waves, it is advisable to choose a leash with a superior diameter, to obtain a better resistance.
| Surfboard Length |
Small waves (knees height) |
Medium waves (chest height) |
Big waves (head height) |
| < 6' |
Length: 5' - Diameter: 5-6mm |
Length: 6 ' - Diameter: 5-6mm |
Length: 6 ' - Diameter: 7mm |
| Between 6'0 '' and 6'6 '' |
Length: 6 ' - Diameter: 5-6mm |
Length: 6 ' - Diameter: 7mm |
Length: 7 ' - Diameter: 7mm |
| Between 6'7 '' and 7'6 '' |
Length: 7 ' - Diameter: 7mm |
Length: 7 ' - Diameter: 7mm |
Length: 8 ' - Diameter: 8mm |
| Between 7'7 '' and 8'6 '' |
Length: 8 ' - Diameter: 7mm |
Length: 8 ' - Diameter: 7mm |
Length: 9 ' - Diameter: 8mm |
| > 8'7'' |
Length: 9 ' - Diameter: 7mm |
Length: 9 ' - Diameter: 8mm |
Length: 10 ' - Diameter: 8mm |
