Re: [Paddlewise] Mysterious Surfing Roll

From: <SGScorpio_at_aol.com>
Date: Mon, 23 Nov 1998 13:10:12 EST
In a message dated 11/22/98 5:55:22 PM Pacific Standard Time,
klagjf_at_worldnet.att.net writes:


<< 
 The last few times I capsized in surf I managed to roll up without rolling.
 I didn't set up, didn't sweep, didn't hip snap.  Yet I rolled up comfortably
 broached on the wave in a high brace.  I think that I just sort of stick my
 paddle out and up I come.
 
 I am afraid that if someone tells me what the heck I do, I won't be able to
 do it anymore.  But it would be nice to do it deliberately.
 
 Jerry
  >>

These are called *barrel rolls* or if done continuously *windowshading*.  They
are quite automatic as your paddle and body position is all *set* for the
recovery.  They are a blast to practice in the surf, providing the water is
*deep* enough.  It happens unintentionally in a river hole if you flip in the
correct position.

Steve Scherrer
President ACKS

Alder Creek Kayak and Canoe
250 NE Tomahawk Island Dr.
Portland, Oregon   97217

Web:  http://www.aldercreek.com
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