2024 North Wrist Wing Leash

The 2024 North Wrist Wing Leash is a dedicated wing foiling safety leash designed to keep your wing within reach after a fall or gust-induced separation. Produced by North, one of the established names in kite and wing foiling equipment, this leash comes standard with all North wings and is also available as a standalone accessory. It uses an elasticized nylon webbing construction with a bungee cord core, paired with a neoprene-padded wrist cuff and a stainless steel swivel connector.

The leash attaches at the wrist and connects to the wing's leash attachment point, allowing riders to retrieve their wing quickly after dropping it. The built-in elasticity in both the webbing and the bungee core is intended to absorb shock and reduce the abrupt pull that occurs when a wing catches wind after separation. A one-handed adjustable velcro closure secures the cuff, and a pull-tab release mechanism lets riders disconnect from the wing rapidly if needed.

• Construction: Nylon webbing with bungee cord core
• Cuff material: Neoprene padding
• Swivel: Stainless steel
• Closure: One-handed adjustable velcro with quick-release pull tab
• Weight: 300 g
• Available sizes: S, M, L
• Color: Black

The North Wrist Wing Leash suits wing foilers across skill levels who prefer a wrist-mounted leash over a waist-belt setup. Wrist leashes are often favored by riders who want a direct, simple connection without the added bulk of a waist harness system. This makes the leash a practical choice for riders who are still learning and dropping their wing frequently, as well as for experienced foilers who want minimal gear between sessions.

The three available sizes — small, medium, and large — accommodate a range of wrist circumferences. Riders using larger wings in lighter wind may want to pair this leash with North's Wing Leash Extension accessory, which adds length to prevent the leash from restricting wing handling at full arm extension.

Within North's leash range, the Wrist Wing Leash sits as the entry-level wing attachment option. North also offers a Waist Wing Leash, which uses an adjustable neoprene-lined belt with fixed loops for left- or right-side leash routing — a setup that distributes load across the torso rather than the wrist. The Waist Wing Leash is priced higher and appeals to riders who prefer hands-free disconnection from the leash or who find wrist attachment uncomfortable during longer sessions.

North complements both leash styles with the Wing Leash Extension for added reach and a Quick Release Board Leash that clips onto the waist belt. For riders evaluating alternatives from other brands, the Duotone Wrist Leash and Ocean Rodeo Session Wrist Leash occupy a similar price bracket and serve the same function, though each differs in cuff design and elastic response. The North Wrist Wing Leash is a straightforward, no-frills option that ships as the default leash with North's wing lineup.