Paddle leash

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Several paddle leash attached to a paddle. PaddleLeash.jpg
Several paddle leash attached to a paddle.

A paddle leash [1] is used to secure a paddle in open water with a sea kayak. Especially on solo tours after capsizing a paddle might drift away through wind or waves and not be recovered. A paddle leash must not be used in whitewater kayaking due to the danger of getting strangled.

References

  1. Burnley, Ric (17 November 2022). "Everything You Need To Know About Leashes And Tethers". kayakanglermag.com. Retrieved 16 September 2025.