{"title":"Releasable Leash + Components","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"releasable-sup-leash","title":"Quick-Release Convertible SUP Leash","description":"\u003ch3\u003eConvertible Quick Release (with ankle conversion option)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 7' and 9', Hala Gear's Convertible Leash does it all! Paddle moving water AND flat water with the same leash. This unique design has two different attachment options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/halagear.com\/pages\/sup-safety\" title=\"SUP Leash Safety\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReview leash safety here!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOption 1: Releasable leash - if you choose a leash for river paddling, you must have at least one easily-reachable (torso-area) mechanism to release it. \u003c\/b\u003eThe sailing shackle and locking carabiner attach to your PFD. The shackle ball system quickly and safely releases you from your board. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOption 2: Ankle Leash -\u003c\/b\u003e Plan to paddle flat water as well? Convert the system to an ankle leash by attaching the ankle cuff to the same sailing shackle, and the leash is ready for flat water and surf environments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5ubf7vGw_pE?si=ykBZPDEdtmf7HJoq\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo Attachment Options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoiled body (reduces drag and keeps the leash out of the way)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSailing Shackle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePFD Quick-release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShorter 7' leash:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter for river-specific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiver Surfing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeps the board closer in moving water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLonger 9' leash:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter for expedition paddling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlat water excursions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrossover paddlers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0144\/0192\/9270\/files\/Leash_Use.png?v=1746573669\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eSUP Safety Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e **A leash is an important tool for paddleboarding. However, proper knowledge and correct use are essential to staying safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNEVER\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003euse an ankle leash on moving water, including rivers and creeks.\u003c\/strong\u003e An ankle leash can hinder your ability to swim effectively and can be difficult to impossible to release, which can be dangerous and even fatal. Decide if a leash is a good fit for your paddling style and safety plan before heading out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How do I attach a SUP leash for river paddling?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"For river paddling, attach the Hala quick-release leash to your PFD (personal flotation device) at the torso, not your ankle. Clip the sailing shackle and locking carabiner to your PFD chest area so it is always within easy reach. The shackle ball system lets you release quickly if you need to swim. Never use an ankle leash on moving water.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is a quick-release SUP leash and why do I need one?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"A quick-release SUP leash attaches to your PFD rather than your ankle, and includes a fast-release mechanism (such as a sailing shackle) so you can detach from your board instantly if you get pinned or entrapped in current. On rivers and moving water, a quick-release leash is a critical safety tool - an ankle leash is dangerous in current because it can trap you underwater.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Can I use the Hala leash for both river and flatwater paddling?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. The Hala Convertible Quick-Release Leash is designed for both environments. For river use, attach it to your PFD via the sailing shackle for a torso-mounted quick release. For flatwater or surf, convert it to an ankle leash using the included ankle cuff. One leash covers all your paddling.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What length SUP leash should I get, 7 foot or 9 foot?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Choose the 7' leash if you primarily paddle rivers or river surf - it keeps the board close in moving water. Choose the 9' leash if you mostly do expedition, flatwater, or crossover paddling where a bit more distance between you and the board is helpful. Both lengths work with the convertible attachment system.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Should I always wear a SUP leash?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Not always - leash use depends on conditions and your safety plan. On flatwater lakes, a leash keeps your board nearby if you fall. In surf, use a leash appropriate for surf conditions. On rivers, only use a quick-release leash attached to your torso, and only if you have practiced releasing it. 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Compatible with all Hala releasable leash systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your shackle ring is bent or misshapen, please fill out \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSd1qkztUQt22K8nY29DcYgS8QpdakHkWwMdpExCCpFbP-4j1w\/viewform?usp=sf_link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethis form\u003c\/a\u003e to request a courtesy replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore You Use Your Releasable Leash -- Safety Essentials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA releasable leash is safety equipment. Using it incorrectly on moving water can be life-threatening. Review these critical points before every paddle:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePull Direction: Straight Down Only\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePull the release pin STRAIGHT DOWN\u003c\/strong\u003e to release -- never toward you. Pulling toward you applies force to the wrong part of the mechanism: the pin will not release and you can damage the shackle. Practice your release on dry land before you get on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYES:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pull straight down on the release pin (the red ball)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNO:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not pull the ball toward you\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 24px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0144\/0192\/9270\/files\/Shackle_Pull_Direction_Graphic.png\" alt=\"Diagram showing the correct pull direction for the Hala welded shackle releasable leash: pull straight down along the body to release. Do not pull sideways or at an angle.\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRope Loop and Ball Must Be Free and Clear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore every session, check that the rope loop and ball are \u003cstrong\u003ehanging freely\u003c\/strong\u003e outside the shackle body. If the rope loop or ball passes through the shackle ring, the leash will not release when you pull it. This check takes two seconds and could save your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCORRECT:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rope loop and ball hanging free and clear of the shackle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eINCORRECT:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rope loop or ball threaded through the shackle ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 24px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0144\/0192\/9270\/files\/Shackles_Rope_Loop_and_Ball.png\" alt=\"Two diagrams comparing correct and incorrect rope loop attachment for a releasable leash shackle. Left: correct - rope loop and ball are fully free and clear of the shackle. Right: incorrect - rope or ball is caught inside the shackle, which prevents clean release.\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLeash Attachment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttach the carabiner to an anchored loop on the \u003cstrong\u003eFRONT\u003c\/strong\u003e of your PFD. The release mechanism must remain reachable 100% of the time. Never attach to a position where the carabiner can slide to your back and become out of reach. Do not attach to your leg on moving water -- only quick-release waist leashes are safe on rivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlways Inspect Before Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the shackle, carabiner, rope, and release mechanism before every session. Replace any bent, cracked, or worn components immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sup-safety\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead the full SUP Safety guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e -- covers leash selection, pull direction, rope loop checks, river swimming positions, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hala Gear","offers":[{"title":"Shackle + Welded Ring","offer_id":43573137735868,"sku":"HA19-RLHS-1","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0144\/0192\/9270\/files\/IMG_3879.heic?v=1756916006"},{"product_id":"carabiner","title":"Screw-Lock Carabiner","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"376\"\u003eA dependable utility clip for river days, rigging gear, or replacing your quick-release leash connection. 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