[Scott Shaw]

Think about it this way... You get a bite all of a sudden and the fish drags you and your yak , when paying attention to your rod , the paddle slips off and now is out of reach. Are you up the creek without your paddle? Yes ! It is kind of like a safety belt , unless used all the time , it will not probably be there when suddenly needed. Use that leash all the time , it's not good for much else. Good luck with the fishing , but be safe. Scott Shaw