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Replace those old 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 (although I usually have some stock on hand) and wait time can vary depending on what I have available.
I also recommend you consider Official Retro Mistral , Fanatic or Unifiber staps 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 and I wanted colors other than basic black. The Logo Neoprene ones are non OEM that came with the boards.
Classic Blue/Red and Pink/Red do not have logos and come from designs commonly seen on Australian and European boards in the 80's although I designed these to fit my boards. Please contact me via email for your needs.
Email me (randaj38@mac.com) to place an order or if there is something you are looking for but cant find as I dont put all my designs online.
Classic Style (Blue)
Classic Style (Blue)
I love these tough classic looking covers on my early/mid 80's boards. They are NOT branded to any particular board and follow a similar design as used by many different board makers in the 80's. I measured these up specifically for my boards but will most likely fit on your 80's boards. These were used on some classic Australian brands in the 80's as well as overseas brands.
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 : $45 AUD each
REORDER TIME : approx 8 weeks
Classic Style (Blue) - Brand new footstrap cover (No Logo)
Classic Style (Blue) - Brand new footstrap cover (No Logo)
Looking great on my 1984 Mistral Garda
Looking great on my 1984 Mistral Garda
Looking great on my 1984 Mistral Garda
Looking great on my 1984 Mistral Garda
Classic Style (Pink)
Classic Style (Pink)
These are the latest design. Just like in the tradition Blue/Red. They are NOT branded to any particular board and follow a similar design as used by many different board makers in the 80's. I measured these up specifically for my boards but are likely to fit on your 80's / 90's boards. These were used on some classic Australian brands in the 80's as well as overseas brands.
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 27 2026)
COST : $45 AUD each
REORDER TIME :
Classic Style (Pink)
Classic Style (Pink)
Re-Imagined Neoprene
Re-Imagined Neoprene
These came with my 85' Mistral Malibu and '86 Mistral Competition (see pictures below) . I was trying to come up with a way to describe them so I called them "Re-Imagined Neoprene"
Material : Printed Mousepad
Length : 22.5 - 23cm
Width : Folded - 6.5cm Expanded - 14cm
Fitment : These just wrap around the existing footstrap webbing cores
Construction Notes :
Body : Printed Mousepad
Attachment : Velcro is sewn into MousePads using a diagonal stitch. In the picture to the left you can see the opened version.
NEW DESIGN : Going forward I am replacing these on my boards with the version currently in construction below
Spare Re-imagined footstrap covers
Spare Re-imagined footstrap covers
Here are my 2 spare Aqua and Blue Neoprene straps (folded) that came with my boards.
My 1986 Mistral Competition TCS with Re-Imagined Neoprene footstrap covers in Blue
My 1986 Mistral Competition TCS with Re-Imagined Neoprene footstrap covers in Blue
My 1985 Mistral Malibu LCS with Re-Imagined footstrap covers in Aqua
My 1985 Mistral Malibu LCS with Re-Imagined footstrap covers in Aqua
Re-Imagined HeyDay Neoprene (Pink or Blue)
Re-Imagined HeyDay Neoprene (Pink or Blue)
These Re-Imagined HeyDay Footstrap Covers will replace the ones on my boards (above) Im offering these for sale as Ive been able to copy the non OEM pads and can put your logo on them
Material : Printed Mousepad
Length : 22.5 - 23cm
Width : Folded - 6.5cm Expanded - 14cm
Fitment : These just wrap around the existing footstrap webbing cores
Construction Notes :
Color : Blue or Hot Pink
Body : Printed Mousepad
Attachment : These are a little different than the Re-Imagined Footstrap covers I currently have. 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 - April 27 2026
Construction Commenced - May 15 2026
COST : $45 AUD each - by arrangement (Email me)
Re-Imagined TakeOff
Re-Imagined TakeOff
The 1982 Mistral TakeOff is my favourite board of all time but has a slightly different footstrap requirement. Just like the footstraps above, the "Re-imagined" Neoprene" straps came with my boards. The straps look slightly shorter than what you might expect but that is a deliberate design to allow easy of adjustment. Even If I could purchase the Official red Mistral Retro footstraps they are the wrong design for the TakeOff. Im am going to be able to copy this idea and make them available with your logo. Please contact me for information.
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
COST : $45 AUD each - by arrangement (Email me)
Re-Imagined Mistral Footstrap Covers with white cotton binding
Notice the Strap covers are 'short' you can see the underlying webbing - this is to make adjustment and cleaning easier.
Notice the Strap covers are 'short' you can see the underlying webbing - this is to make adjustment and cleaning easier.
My 1982 Mistral TakeOff showing off its new Footstrap covers.
My 1982 Mistral TakeOff showing off its new Footstrap covers.
Postage within Australia
Postage within Australia
Postage will will be $15 anywhere in Australia.
Postage outside 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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