At present, until further insight and research is available, it is our initial recommendation that those paddling a Stand Up Paddleboard in a white water environment do not wear a leash.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Within a flow, estuary environment our guidance has not changed and that a quick release belt system is used, as well as wearing a buoyancy aid.
Paddle UK fully appreciate and recognise that there are many experienced SUP White Water paddlers and they are able to make professional judgements and decisions on the use of leashes in such environments.
This research on leashes was carried out for Paddle UK by Dr Loel Collins, Chris Onions and Simon Allfree.
