Numb feet

[dmounts]

my feet have being going a bit numb, or at least it feels as though they are, with my new board. Yesterday is was 80 degrees and no wind. I was wondering if it is the Surftech diamond pad or just pressure points on my feet holding my 195lbs. Anyone else get this feeling? Any tips? It gets better if i move my feet around a bit.

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[PonoBill]

Yeah, move your feet around.

Seriously, happens to a lot of people, it's a good thing. Teaches you to move around the board which you'll need to do when you get into heavier conditions.

[Dwight (DW)]

Some pads are worse than others at this. I had one raceboard pad that I sanded down to stop this.

[Mcnally78]

I have found that the vibram 5 finger shoes help a bunch for the numbing problem. Give them a try. They help bridge the gaps in the pad on your board

[Pureadrenalin]

I have found that the vibram 5 finger shoes help a bunch for the numbing problem. Give them a try. They help bridge the gaps in the pad on your board

Yeah just don't strap them on to tight because I did on one run and could'nt figure out why the hell is my feet numb.

[venice mace]

Bill is right (as usual)  got to move the feet around.  good habit to form

[DavidJohn]

What's numb feet?... 

DJ

[JL USA]

I've noticed that while getting used to a new board, some people grip their toes like an orangutan.  This will cause cramping and numbness.  Try to consciously relax your feet.

[Pureadrenalin]

What's numb feet?... 

DJ

Its when you paddle in tough conditions 99.9 percent of the time and your challenging balance. When you are getting thrown around and the body is trying to resist shock like a shock absorber. Thats numb feet.

[wilanz]

my feet have being going a bit numb, or at least it feels as though they are, with my new board. Yesterday is was 80 degrees and no wind. I was wondering if it is the Surftech diamond pad or just pressure points on my feet holding my 195lbs. Anyone else get this feeling? Any tips? It gets better if i move my feet around a bit.

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My feet go numb 20 mins in flat water but I can do an hour and 20 mins out in the surf without any issues.  Moving around is a good tip. 

[Rockbottom]

Hey slim willy;  is that you?

[dmounts]

Thanks for the feedback. I'll try moving a bit more on the board when paddling flat water.

Thanks

[wilanz]

Hey slim willy;  is that you?

Yup.   Still trying to keep slim.  After the 40lb loss I gained 10 back on the second year.  This SUP stuff already had me loose 3 lbs in 3 weeks. 

[HighSierraSUP]

i got me a full Routine for my feet.... SLAP SLAP SLAP.....rub the arch trying to get blood down there...crack some toes and repeat....works for me....i paddle in 50f water and all is good..good luck...

[lee]

Aren't ya glad it's not a numb butt to deal with...