by Christopher Crowhurst | Dec 8, 2011 | Uncategorized
James and I communicate frequently about rolling techniques, here he is having some fun:
by Christopher Crowhurst | Dec 6, 2011 | Uncategorized
When I arrived at the pool last weekend someone mentioned that I was looking cheerful. Most winter Sunday mornings you will find me there practicing rolling. That is reason enough for me to be smiling.Filming this session provided some interesting learning moments....
by Christopher Crowhurst | Dec 1, 2011 | Uncategorized
A QajaqUSA forum Post led me to Bjorn Thomasson’s blog, which included this inspirational picture:The paddler is Pål Gustad paddling in a Black Pearl. The picture was taken by Tage Solberg.This will keep me going in the office this morning. Now all I need to do...
by Christopher Crowhurst | Nov 29, 2011 | Uncategorized
I was struck by some of the great variations Warren does in this video. Hand rolls while still holding the paddle with the offside hand. That should provide something new and fun to try next weekend. I also love the way he throws himself into the water at various...
by Christopher Crowhurst | Nov 27, 2011 | Uncategorized
This morning Mike and I went for a paddle around Prior Lake. We would usually have been at a pool session but none was scheduled. The air temperature was 33F with a 15 mph wind gusting from the north. The lake’s surface temperature was just above freezing. No...
by Christopher Crowhurst | Nov 21, 2011 | Uncategorized
I spent some time yesterday at the pool practicing the Sculling roll with paddle held horizontally on the foredeck. The video below shows four attempts, first at regular speed and then at 25%. I can clearly see the angle of the blade working for the majority of the...
