Best foot strap washers?

evanfoiling · Post by **evanfoiling** » Sun Mar 31, 2024 8:53 pm

I have two different types of footstraps (both pictured). Both have plastic washers that allow the screw to retain the strap. One footstrap has a thin layer of neoprene that goes on top of the washer and screw.

in of these setups, the washers dig into my shins when winging and my chest when proning. I have lots of bruises to prove it (not pictured).

Is there a better solution that is easier on the shins?
Thanks

Post by **Wingman** » Sun Mar 31, 2024 9:30 pm

I don’t know if they’re the best, but I use big flat stainless washers from the hardware store. I use a button head screw though and the Dakine straps cover the head with neoprene. I feel them in my skin occasionally. But not too often.

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evanfoiling · Post by **evanfoiling** » Mon Apr 01, 2024 7:58 am

Sounds good. I will try that. I was also thinking gluing a disk of eva foam on top of that could help.

Post by **Wingman** » Mon Apr 01, 2024 11:48 am

good idea

Steamroller · Post by **Steamroller** » Tue Apr 02, 2024 12:13 am

LOWES stainless!...and cheep too

Bill · Post by **Bill** » Sat Apr 06, 2024 2:01 pm

If you have an Ace hardware nearby give them a try. They sell them individually so you don't have to buy a whole package.