Kaohi Inviz Hybrid Leash w/ Carabiner-Black-30" x 7mm

The Kaohi Inviz Hybrid Leash w/ Carabiner is a lightweight foiling leash that combines a polyurethane coil section with a marine-grade Dyneema-style bungee cord. Designed by Kaohi — a brand based in Encinitas, California whose name translates to "control" — the Inviz was developed in collaboration with professional downwind foilers including Kane de Wilde and Tomo Murabayashi. The hybrid construction places the 7mm coil near the attachment point while the bungee section runs to the board's leash plug, eliminating the need for a traditional rail saver. This 30-inch variant connects to a waist belt or harness via a carabiner clip.

The two-material approach serves a practical purpose: the coil absorbs recoil energy and prevents the leash from swinging freely, while the bungee segment keeps weight down and threads silently across the deck. Riders consistently note that the Inviz produces no clunking or slapping noise during pumping — a common complaint with standard coil leashes on foil boards.

• Coil length: 30"
• Coil diameter: 7mm
• Construction: Polyurethane coil + marine-grade Dyneema-style bungee
• Connection type: Carabiner (belt/harness attachment)
• Weight range: 4.5–7 oz (varies by connection style)
• Total stretch: 6+ feet
• Color: Black
• Patent status: US Patent Pending

The Inviz Hybrid targets intermediate to advanced foilers who prioritize a low-profile, quiet leash setup. Its primary use case is downwind foiling, where minimal drag and noise matter during long-distance bump runs. The carabiner connection is specifically intended for riders using a waist belt or wing harness rather than a calf cuff, which keeps the attachment point higher on the body and reduces the chance of the leash catching on the foil mast during a fall.

Beyond downwinding, the Inviz also works for wing foiling and SUP foiling. At roughly half the weight of a conventional 11–12 oz foil leash, it appeals to riders who find standard coil leashes cumbersome or overly draggy. Beginners may prefer a more traditional leash with a thicker coil and dedicated calf cuff for added security, but progressing riders moving into open-ocean conditions will appreciate the weight savings.

Within Kaohi's range, the Inviz Hybrid sits alongside the Grip Double Coil 8mm — a heavier-duty option with a full double-coil design better suited to high-energy conditions or riders who want maximum recoil control — and the Bungee Style Wing Leash, a straight bungee leash purpose-built for winging. The Inviz occupies the middle ground: lighter and lower-profile than the Double Coil, but with more stretch management than a pure bungee leash. Kaohi offers the Inviz in three connection styles (carabiner, soft hook-and-loop, and calf cuff) so riders can match the attachment to their setup.

In the broader foil leash market, the Inviz competes with hybrid and coil leashes from brands like Dakine and Ocean Rodeo. Its hybrid coil-plus-bungee format remains relatively uncommon, giving it a distinct niche among riders specifically seeking noise reduction and minimal weight for downwind and open-ocean foiling sessions.