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Pull the blade alongside the kayak approximately to your hip and then lift paddle from the water
braces, they should be fitted to transmit body movements directly to the kayak.
The Power Stroke: The basic paddle technique is a forward stroke. Place the blade in the water near your toes. Pull the blade back alongside the kayak approximately to your
The Efficient Stroke: For greater efficiency use your torso and shoulders to paddle, not just your arms. Make sure to sit up straight to avoid straining your back.
There are many paddling techniques you can
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HOW TO PADDLE A CANOE The Paddle: Place your upper hand
over the top grip. With your lower hand, grip the shaft about a foot above the blade/shaft intersection. Remember
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holding the shaft closer to the blade only makes you work harder with each stroke.
The Power Stroke: A strong stroke is the fundamental tool of canoeing. To begin rotate your torso so that your
The Efficient Stroke: The thrust of your stroke is achieved by rotating your torso rather than pulling with your arms. Using your torso muscles distrib- utes the work to many muscles rather than a few, making your stroke both powerful and efficient. The results: more forward thrust and less fatigue.