Hmmm, sounds like a pretty impossible situation... But! You could always put a layer of blue yoga mat under existing surfboard deck grip that you have? Or, something similar could be found at clark rubber to ad another layer under and make it thicker.

Good luck.

these are thick pads and I've been told super comfy

default said...
these are thick pads and I've been told super comfy

You can boost big with these as they've got wings

smook boards has up to 15mm

sebol said...


I do mostly surfing but could not enjoy a session without trying at least 5 boost (I have straps).

Unfortunately, the pading on kite surfboards is way thin and I tend to finish my session with sore heels from the impacts.

I miss the thick pads from my early days on a twin tip.

Does anyone can recommend some decent pading that hopefully won't interfere too much with the straps as I like to keep them real loose so I can move my feet easy?

Let me know,

I use 1cm thick EVA foam, medium density, under the pads of all my surfboards. Purists may detest, but they give a much smoother ride in chops, save the boards from dents when boosting, and save my knees from repeated impacts. The worst, in my experience, is the constant high freqency vibration coming from a rigid epoxy board. After a 2-3 hours session, it's the main reason of coming in, unless it's glassy cross shore......... not with the extra padding.

sebol said...



Does anyone can recommend some decent pading that hopefully won't interfere too much with the straps as I like to keep them real loose so I can move my feet easy?

Let me know,

Just go to your local Clark rubber store - youll find what you need there... buy it in squares and cut it to what suits your deck n foot movement etc

Too easy

default said...
these are thick pads and I've been told super comfy

...yes, they might be OK if you never jybe...

Well it looks like topic turned on other way. Keep on track guys.

Man up and f the straps and pads off and go strapless...
Any spectators will thank you for it...