[Paddlewise] pool

<Anyone have any tips for choosing a backyard pool suitable for rolling
practice? Other than size, is there anything else to consider? Are steps
leading down into the water any easier for getting in and out of the
boat? I saw a picture of a pool that had a "beach entry" (gradual
slope). Would this be worth considering? Any advice appreciated.>

Steps will not help you get into your boat- that can be done from the edge 
using your paddle for a brace- but steps might help you get out of the 
pool?  Otherwise not needed for rolling.  The pool must be deep enough 
that you can roll without hitting your head and also deep enough to allow 
you some range of motion with your paddle.  I would say around 4 feet is a 
minimum, 5 or 6 feet better.  The pool should be long enough for some 
manuvering of your boat and the fact that your boat will move somewhat 
during a roll - depending on what type of roll you are doing.

Good luck

WF
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