Rolling a Kayak (Paperback)

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Forlagets beskrivelse

A comprehensive guide to rolling a kayak. It offers an instructional tool designed for use by beginners and intermediate paddlers looking for more advance rolling techniques. It covers topics such as: about the equipment; the fundamental skills; the standard C-to-C, Sweep and Pawlata rolls; tips for teaching the roll; and, others. full colour photographs

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Ken Whiting's "Rolling a Kayak" fulfills a need recognised by paddling instructors, store owners, and enthusiasts seeking a clear and comprehensive guide to rolling a kayak. A fantastic instructional tool designed for use by beginners and intermediate paddlers looking for more advance rolling techniques. Covering a range of techniques, the full-color photos, clear explanations, and solid advice from one of the world's leading kayak instructors makes this book the perfect resource for any kayaker. The 'Eskimo' roll is one of the most revered paddling techniques and as long as you don't mind getting your head wet, you can learn to do it! You'll learn: about the equipment; the fundamental skills; the standard C-to-C, Sweep and Pawlata rolls; tips for teaching the roll; offside, hand, back deck, and dry head rolls; rolling in rough water; and, common errors and their solutions.