How Do You Eskimo Roll A Kayak?
Rolling a kayak is an important skill for any kayaker. Getting comfortable with being upside down in the water is the first step to successfully rolling a boat. You need to stay calm and relaxed throughout the roll. Taking a class or working with an instructor is the best way to roll safely and efficiently. Set up a roll by tucking your head close to the front of the boat. Then move your paddle to the side, keeping it out of the water and parallel to the boat. Twist your torso over the side of the boat and use your left knee to push the boat down into the water. Position your paddle so that it’s on the surface of the water parallel to the right side of the boat. Loosen your grip and relax. Hold your paddle gently between your thumbs and forefingers. Engage your rolling knee, or right knee (the side does not matter as long as it is the opposite of your setup knee). Use this knee to push up against the inside of the boat. Make a wide, slow sweep through the water with your paddle away fr
