Footstrap Covers

Replace those old footstrap covers

Due to unprecedented demand, I am making replacement footstrap covers available for purchase. NOTE THESE ARE COVERS ONLY

I have experimented with a variety of designs and construction techniques see below. Prices are to cover my costs only.

These are custom made and wait time can vary depending on what I have available.

I also recommend you consider the Official Retro Mistral straps and covers (which include the inner webbing) available from https://www.mistral.com/windsurfing-retroline-footstraps-red

Note I am NOT a business, and only started making these because I couldnt purchase the the Retro Red Mistral ones where I live. The Logo on the Neoprene ones was to restore my own boards. Classic Blue/Red and Pink/Red do not have logos. Please contact me via email for your needs.

Classic Blue/Red

I love these tough classic looking covers on my early/mid 80's boards.

Material : Cordura 1000D Nylon and Velcro

Length : 22.5 - 23cm

Width : Folded - 6.5cm Expanded - 14cm

Fitment : These just wrap around your existing footstrap webbing cores

Construction Notes :

Body : Two layers of Cordura are used with a thin inner foam type core (2/3 mm) .

Attachment : The Loop end of the velcro is single stitched all the way around. The Hook end is double stitched ON ONE SIDE ONLY. I have found these to be pretty tough (no rips or tears over 2 years) However I wouldnt be pulling them on and off by pulling the 'Hook' end of the velcro every session if you want them to last. I put mine on (day one) took the board out, adjusted them and have never touched them again - except using them of course

QUANTITY ON HAND : 8 (as at April 7 2026)

COST : $40 AUD each

REORDER TIME : approx 8 weeks

Looking great on my 1984 Mistral Garda

Remanufactured Pink Mistral Footstrap Covers

Classic Pink/Red

These are the latest design. Just like in the tradition Blue/Red

Material : Cordura 1000D Nylon and Velcro

Length : 22.5 - 23cm

Width : Folded - 6.5cm Expanded - 14cm

Fitment : These just wrap around your existing footstrap webbing cores

Construction Notes :

Body : Two layers of Cordura are used with a thin inner foam type core (2/3 mm) .

Attachment : The Loop end of the velcro is single stitched all the way around. The Hook end is double stitched ON ONE SIDE ONLY. These are a brand new 'batch' so I havent actually tested them myself, but they are made by the same person (using the same design specifications) as the Blue/Red ones. I would suggest you take care of them in the same way as I suggest you look after the Blue/Red ones.

QUANTITY ON HAND : 8 (as at April 7 2026)

COST : $40 AUD each

REORDER TIME : approx 8 weeks

Re-imagined Mistral Neoprene Footstrap Covers

Here are my 2 spare Aqua and Blue Neoprene straps (folded), plus a rather dirty Prototype strap. Going forward I am currently working with the person who makes these to look at different stitching and binding options.

Re-Imagined Neoprene Version 1

These were my first design for footstrap covers. I used them on my 85' Mistral Malibu and '86 Mistral Competition (see pictures below)

Material : Printed Mousepad

Length : 22.5 - 23cm

Width : Folded - 6.5cm Expanded - 14cm

Fitment : These just wrap around your existing footstrap webbing cores

Construction Notes :

Body : Printed Mousepad

Attachment : Velcro is sewn into the MousePads using a diagonal stitch. In the picture to the left you can see the expanded prototype where the stitching went through the Logo Print. I adapted the method to then stitch around the Logo (you can see this on the folded/closed Aqua and Blue covers.

NEW DESIGN : Going forward I am replacing this design with the Version 2 currently in construction below

QUANTITY ON HAND : 0 (as at April 7 2026)

My 1986 Mistral Competition TCS sporting Re-Imagined Neoprene Footstrap Covers in Blue

My 1985 Mistral Malibu LCS sporting Re-Imagined Footstrap Covers in Aqua

Re-Imagined Neoprene Version 2

These Version 2 Re-Imagined Neoprene strap Covers are currently on order (April 2026)

Material : Printed Mousepad

Length : 22.5 - 23cm

Width : Folded - 6.5cm Expanded - 14cm

Fitment : These just wrap around your existing footstrap webbing cores

Construction Notes :

Color : Blue or Hot Pink

Body : Printed Mousepad

Attachment : These are a little different than the Version 1 Footstrap covers in that they will have a Bias Binding strip (about 7.5mm wide) in a similar color to the the pad stitched around the outside. (see the TakeOff ones at the bottom of the page for an idea)

NEW DESIGN : This new design should prove to be asthetically more pleasing as well as being more resistant to the edges fraying. Keep an eye on this page for updates (I will post updates as the come in)

PROJECT STATUS

Material Ordered April 7 2026

Material Delivered -

Construction Commenced -

Product Ready for Sale -

QUANTITY ON HAND : 0

COST : $45 AUD each

REORDER TIME : approx 8-10 weeks

Re-Imagined Mistral Footstrap Covers with white cotton binding

1982 Mistral TakeOff clos-up picture showing re-imagined footstrap covers

Re-Imagined TakeOff

The 1982 Mistral TakeOff is my favourite board of all time but has a slightly different footstrap requirement. Ive had these Neoprene ones made in 2 slightly different sizes. The straps look slightly shorter than what you might expect but that is deliberate design to allow easy of adjustment

Material : Printed Mousepad

Length : 20 cm- 21cm

Width : Folded - 5cm Expanded - 14cm

Fitment : These just wrap around your existing footstrap webbing cores

Construction Notes :

Body : Printed Mousepad

Attachment : Velcro is sewn into the MousePads and is reinforced with a white cotton binding to stop the Mousepads deteriorating around the edges and to give extra strength to the velcro attachment

QUANTITY ON HAND : 0 (as at April 7 2026)

COST : $45 AUD each

REORDER TIME : approx 8-10 weeks

Additionally I cannot guarantee exact colors or if you have custom colors you want or any particular additional printing. Im not trying to put people off ordering these, but just want to explain there is a lot more work involved - but they do look cool.

Postage within Australia

Postage will will be $15 anywhere in Australia.

Postage outside Australia

Postage I typically set a flat rate for packing and postage of $35 AUD

(New Zealand will be a reduced rate of $20 AUD)

Typical conversion rates
$1 AUD = 0.65 USD. $35 AUD = $25 USD
$1 AUD = 0.56 EUR $35 AUD = $21 EUR
$1 AUD = 1.11 NZD $20 AUD = $25 NZD

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