Re: [Paddlewise] Clapotis technique

From: Robert Livingston & Pam Martin <bearboat2_at_attbi.com>
Date: Mon, 04 Feb 2002 21:17:56 -0800
> At the moment I move from strong forward paddling strokes in "organized"
> waves to short and more rapid shallow angle strokes when in clapotis of
> about the same height (1-1.5meters).

I think that the key is to relax and NOT overcorrect. Your kayak gets pushed
around but it tends to get pushed on and off course. I try and NOT keep
compulsively on course. I leisurely try and keep on course. It is quite
likely that the next wave will push you back in the correct direction.

Go with the flow. Let the stuff slap you around. The waves in these
conditions seem to me to pack less punch although they are chaotic.

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