Roll of the day – Petrussen Maneuver
This is a roll for the Tuilik wearers amongst us. In order to perform this you will need to be able to get out of your traditional seated position in the kayak and rotate your legs within the cockpit. I can’t see how this would be possible without the flexibility that the Tuilik provides. The … Read more
Roll of the day – Swan roll
The Swan Roll was my first two handed norsaq roll. By two handed I mean two norsaqs, one in each hand. This is not two hands on one norsaq. I suspect that this roll has a practical purpose if your paddle snaps in two at the loom and you need to recover. This is a … Read more
Roll of the day – Quick succession of storm rolls
Ever wanted to feel what it is like be be tumbled in a drier? If so, then this is the roll for you. With little purpose other than to prove you can do it, this roll is a challenge for the speed freaks amongst us. Split second timing and rapid body movements are the name … Read more
Waterproof paper sample – boat tested
Today we put together the first sample of the book printed on the new Xerox waterproof and tear proof paper. The paper has a great feel. It is polyester based, giving it a very professional finish. Each page costs 38 cents, which is fairly outrageous. But as my buddy Ron stated, this project is about … Read more
Roll of the day – Rock roll, forward to back
I have to say that when I first tried to do the Rock roll I was a little nervous. First I borrowed from our yard a rock that my good lady might miss if it vanished to the bottom of the lake. Second it feels a little crazy to be carrying a rock out on … Read more
Progress on Rolling with Sticks™
About eighteen months ago when I was looking for things to keep me occupied I created a concept for a single page kayak rolling tutorial. I started with the Throwing Stick Roll swept from Stern to Bow. I developed diagrams of the boat from two different angles and in four different stages of the roll. … Read more
Roll of the day – Clenched fist roll, forward to back
Once you have conquered your hand roll, it is only natural to look for ways to push yourself further with the Assak peqillugu nerfallaallugu /Qilerlugu/poorlugu. This roll is as hard to say for the average person as it is to accomplish.The clenched fist rolls are great for ensuring you are not relying too much on … Read more
Roll of the day – Throwing stick roll, back to back (mummy)
I was surprised by how easy this roll was. But then I have a low volume boat. Plus I (had) a lot of flexibility at the time. The ease with which you can complete this roll is probably proportional to your ability to lie flat on your kayak’s aft deck. I know I am ready … Read more
