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.
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
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
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.
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
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
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 will will be $15 anywhere in 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