Great posts. Just a thought on R&R rescues. When I was first working on these I had trouble rolling up. Though everything was set up right, it just wouldn't work. How I overcame this was to switch to an extended paddle roll (Pawlata). After working with that I bit, I was able to use my normal screw roll without a problem (go figure). The extended paddle roll provides incredible stability and is a great backup to have if you've blown your first one or two attempts and really want to get back up. I have even used it with the paddle backwards and upside down (non-power face). If I was in conditions where a roll doesn't work (stuck in surf with lots of foam) I would probably attempt a paddlefloat R&R like Bill mentioned. I think the advantage of getting back in your boat quickly out weighs the disadvantage of having to dunk that head. Another advantage is not having to worry about what is strapped to your back deck. I think many of us hear practice our rescues in the pool or during day trips. When in full expedition mode one ends up with lots of junk on the deck -- towline, spare paddle, sandals, gloves or poggies that might cause entanglement or tears or wheatever. Performing an R&R isn't as difficult as it might seem. First, line yourself up with the boat facing the stern (rear). Holding the cockpit combing and your paddle, flip yourself into the boat. The summersault which may appear daunting, but is actually quit simple. I find it easiest to simply kick my feet up onto my seat and then "walk" myself back to the footpegs. Lock yourself tight into the boat and roll up. If the first attempt fails, switch to an extended paddle and try again. Instability when upright is the biggest problem, but this is going to be a problem with a paddlefloat rescue as well. This brings us back to the topic of pumps I guess. Anyone else have tips for executing a good R&R? -Patrick *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
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