Re: [Paddlewise] Rolling Dizziness

I used to get dizzy while praticing rolls. The problem was 
the fact that, while I was warm, I kept throwing my head into 50 degree
water every 10 seconds  and freezing my head. 
Then I started using a neoprene hood, and the problem went away. 

The neoprene hood also prevents cold water from getting in my ears; if
any water gets in my ears, it has alredy been warmed by my head elsewhere.

I really recommend a good neoprene hood for practicing rolls.  The
increased comfort makes a big difference.

- Julio

> 
> I had a couple of hours this morning so I went to the local fresh water
> puddle to play with some paddle float rolls.
> 
> After rolling up (or exiting) I experienced sever dizziness that lasted for
> close to 2 minutes or so.  When I exited, I could barely maintain balance
> even while holding onto the boat in waist deep water.
> 
> I had a custom made ear plug in one ear which extends into the ear canal to
> protect a perforated ear drum.  I assume this is the culprit.  The same
> thing happened during the rolling class a couple of weeks ago.  That went
> away after 10-15 minutes though.
> 
> I forgot the hip pads so was sloshing around in the cockpit pretty badly and
> quit after several repeated incidences.
> 
> Anyone else experience this kind of equilibrium problem when turning upside
> down?
> 
> Clyde Sisler
> http://csisler.com
> 
> 
> 
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