Archive for the 'Flat Water Technique' Category
The Flatwater Loop
The Flatwater Loop is an advanced playboating move where the paddler does a complete front flip in flatwater. This move requires amazing balance in a bow stall and an aggressive execution. Flatwater Loops will be easiest in the shortest boats with lots of volume in the bow. Read more
No commentsThe Bow Stall
The bow stall is an advanced playboating move that involves balancing vertically on the bow of your kayak in flat water. This move requires amazing control and will take lots of practice to master. Mastering the bow stall will improve your vertical moves as it will help you better understand the balance points of your kayak. Read more
No commentsThe Stern Stall
The Stern Stall is a move where the paddler balances their kayak vertically on its stern end. Most paddlers find this move more difficult to learn than the bow stall but the concept is the same. Read more
No commentsThe Flatwater Cartwheel
The Flatwater Cartwheel is a move where the paddler links vertical bow and stern pivot turns resembling the spinning of a wheel. Perfecting this move is a great achievement and prepares you for cartwheeling in holes. Read more
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