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Point of View Kayak Rolling
More kayak rolling video, this time with the GoProHD video cam helmet mounted and deck mounted. Take a look at rolling from the paddlers point of view. Buddy, in the blue Tiderace Excite, lays the boat on it’s side and recovers with a high brace and then rolls it. Next, while underway, he again lays it…
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Kayak Rolling in the Pool….. in High Definition
Since we got a few nice comments on the last video we posted, here are some more of Kayak Rolling in the Pool shot this time with a GoPro Hero high definition underwater camera. First the apologies, the camera was borrowed just before the session so the photography sure could have been better. However the…
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Kayak rolling in the pool last Sunday
Pool sessions are a great way to learn how to roll, and this past Sunday was no exception. Nothing like warm water when it’s less than 20 degrees outside. Here’s a couple of quick clips of John and Maria rolling. Lots more sessions in the weeks ahead.
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Getting the most from Kayak Pool Sessions
Getting the most out of pool sessions. Pool time is expensive, so you will want to make as much as possible of the opportunity. Here’s my list of 10. I’m sure there’s more. Your input and comments are welcome. 1 Arrive early. You will need time to unload and move boats, check in, get changed …
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Long Island Kayak Pool Sessions begin 1/9 2011
The NACK kayak pool program moves to Sundays at Suffolk County Community College this year. Two hour sessions will run from 1:15 to 3:15 for 8 weeks. Here’s an opportunity to practice rolling, wet exits and rescues in a paddler friendly environment. American Canoe Association certified instruction is available for those looking to improve their…
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SeaKayaking TV Channel
Every now and then web surfing really pays off and a sharp eyed NACK paddler has discovered a real gem. It’s a new YouTube feature called SeaKayaking TV. It’s got all sorts of short videos on things like kayak rolling, kayak surf handling and landing, forward stroke technique, wet exits and more. Of course, watching …
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Delmarva Paddlers Retreat 2010
Five NACK members (and three former members) made it to Camp Arrowhead in Lewes, Delaware for this years Delmarva Paddlers Retreat. Sponsored by Qajaq USA, the event is in its’ 22nd year and is essentially a Greenland kayak (qajaq) paddling festival. The extended weekend included Greenland rolling and paddling mentoring, rolling demonstrations, Greenland rope gymnastics,…
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NACK Greenland Paddling Skills Day with Alison Sigethy
Alison was the first international woman to compete in all nine events at the 2006 Greenland National Kayak Championship and she medaled in eight of them. You can check out her rolling video on YouTube. Alison in not only a talented competitor, she is a patient and insightful instructor. Working directly with each individual, she…