leg rope

leg rope
A cord tied to the surfboard (usually near the tail) and attached to the surfers leg.

2006: The universal adoption of the leg rope has had a significant impact on surfboard construction and design, surfing performance and crowds. — surfresearch.com.au glossary [

Syn: kook cord, leash, leggie, legrope

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