4.13 Leash PIPE-LINE

PIPE-LINE Leash, 1971. The leash was controversial when it was introduced because many surfers believed that the board would bounce and hit them since the materials used in its beginnings (surgical pipes sometimes) were inappropriate. Over time it has become one of the essential elements garantee more safety in surfing.

Country of origin

United States

Year of manufacture

1970

Donor

Tato Surf

Category

Memorabilia and relevant articles