Future fin box went through the board

Yes, definitely

 

Ouch......

 

NOT THE FARTKNOCKER!!!!!!

Damn little bro, that sucks donkey coconuts and bananas. Definitely take it to a shop.

 

So sorry to read/see that, especially on your new 'knocker. Don't surf it again, without getting proper attention from a professional shaper. It will cost a few bones, but it is necessary to ensure that your board is sealed properly and ready to shred.

Thoughts go out to you and your stick.

 

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How do you fix the board or you? I took a fin to the asscheek this winter in a 5 mil (didn't tear the suit - props to xcel) and it wasn't awesome. Definitely get that patched by someone decent unless you do it for a living as well....

 

i haven't been able to find a leash that hasn't snapped.

 

every single leash I have purchased has a tendency to snap. Creatures, etc etc, all snap. I use the 6' comp leashes, but am now using the regular 6' DaKine.

 

exactly why i prefer fusion box's

 

The repair will be over $100, for sure. Sad, but true.

As far as leashes go, I am a firm believer in Creatures' DNA leashes. I know everyone has their own 2 cents to share on leashes, but I have never had one snap. Bubblegumsurfwax.com has the best Creature DNA prices with free shipping, free bubble gum & free wax with every order.

 

I've brought 3 of those leashes to Barbados (6' comp) and snapped every one? Maybe I shouldn't use comp leashes anymore.

 

looked at ur profile. sorry but you are out of my area. definately take it to a mechanic. Sorry about the break but thankfull the board gave, not you.

 

You should have a regular or "heavy duty" leash for big, hollow waves. Comp leashes are meant for small, weak waves and will never hold up if you get caught inside on a big day. They are the same price just have a thicker cord, I recommend Stay Covered - best leash I have ever owned.

 

You surf in Wildwood right? The best ding guy around, in my opinion, is Jamie Kelly. He is located in South Jersey and operates out of the Heritage shop in Ocean City, NJ so you could get in contact with him through Heritage. He fixed a buckle across the deck of one of my boards a while back and it has been perfect ever since, even in heavy winter waves. Reasonable prices and really awesome work. Check out some of his work at http://talesfromthedingshack.blogspot.com/

 

^^This

As far as leashes. OAM and dakine have never let me down. I had a dakine 6' comp leash I used for about 3 years most of the time I surfed then hung it up for another 5. Used it again quite a few times for another year or so then gave it to a neighbor, a beginner. Still holding up 2 years later....