Lodestone Leashes: Automatic Leash – 2026 Product of the Year (Accessories)

Lodestone Leashes: 2026 Product of the Year (Accessories)

Lodestone Leashes has been recognized for its innovative Automatic-Release SUP Leash, designed to solve the critical safety issue of leash entrapment in moving water. While traditional leashes are vital for keeping paddlers near their boards, they pose a drowning risk if caught on submerged hazards like rocks or buoys.

Key Features:

• Magnetic Connector: Uses a central magnetic heart that maintains a secure connection during normal use, falling, and swimming.

• Automatic Release: Provides a clean, instant, and repeatable release at a specific force (approx. 200 N) without requiring any manual action from the paddler.

• Magnetic Alignment: A unique feature that allows for effortless reconnection; simply bringing the two halves together causes them to "snap" back into place automatically.

• Safety Reassurance: Designed for various environments (estuaries, canals, rivers) to act as a "passive" safety system, similar to a car's airbag.

This award-winning design significantly enhances safety for SUP paddlers, offering a hands-free alternative to manual quick-release belts.

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