redtailin
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footstraps for homebrew kiteboard
Hey guys-
A while back the forum inspired me to get to work on a ply board, and its finally time to get it finished up. The hard part is done, just need some
advice on foot straps and/or pads. I'm going to pass on making my own, but I don't want to drop $100 on a set.
Any thoughts on a decent set at a good price. All the deals Ive found seem to be on sketchy websites, or sketchy ebay stores.
Thanks
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furbowski
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try changing your topic to "does anyone know where I can get CHEAP footstraps / pads?" and be open to the better homemade ideas you'll get.
also the DIY threads on some sites have good info.
I don't ATB, can't help you further...
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ragden
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I've heard that the Spleene pads/straps can be bought seperately and they are really nice. Not sure how much they cost though. I hope you find what
you are looking for.
Flysurfer Speed 3 15m DELUXE
Flysurfer Speed 3 12m
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PHREERIDER
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spleen are gonna be top self a bit much for ply board
but liquid force has a good selection reasonable price
low buck on ebay is gonna fit the bill and out come
my advice find some flip flops that feel good maybe strap shoes /wide webbing/ neoprene for comfort throw it together ride it ,
skim board deck pad sheets, is a good start really don't need straps but there are lots of less expensive set ups for 100 bucks.
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ragden
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Well, you can always remove the spleene pads and use them again later when you get another board. Just dont glue them down. :D
Flysurfer Speed 3 15m DELUXE
Flysurfer Speed 3 12m
Flysurfer Psycho4 8m
Peter Lynn Buggy
Twisted Velocity (164)
Spleene (Monster) Door 164x50 (for sale?)
FlyDoor XL (2013)
2011 Spleene RS 132
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SOFKA member Mel George (mgatc) found a source for bindings and fins in Jacksonville, FL for his ply boards. Shoot him U2U if we don't hear.
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dylanj423
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this is most likely going to be your best bet
http://cgi.ebay.com/CRAZY-FLY-2-FOOT-STRAPS-FOOT-PADS-HANDLE...
... most likely
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ebay litewave pads and straps
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Ace II 8 - for sale rarely used....
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both those are perfect
Ocean rodeo are super cushy just tried a board few weeks back that had OR set and they are nice may even get a set right now
the ebay hook is supreme for the money hard to beat
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redtailin
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thanks for the help guys. Definitely keeping my eye on the ebay link, but the OR pards are the go to after that.
-redtailin
UND Snowkite Club
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16m Scorpion
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