Getting past “tippy kayak” and learning to edge your kayak

[@andyd3063]

Agree with the many other positive comments -- I found these to be super-clear, super-helpful techniques that you modeled for us. Thank you! I've often felt uncomfortable in my touring boat and will practice these so I get more comfortable!

[@rickquist3992]

Progress happens when sage advice is followed... This stuff is indispensable for beginners. Listen up folks!

[@debinparadise7302]

Going out tomorrow in my Skylark and try all of those tips Ethan! Just what I needed, thanks.

[@robertdawson3731]

Your presentation is awesome Ethan. I am struggling with getting past "tippy" and the practice ideas you present make so much sense. Like others who have commented on your advice, I can't wait to get out on the water tomorrow to practice. So, well done Ethan!!

[@HappyPaddlin]

Let me know how it goes for you!

[@Sardosam]

For someone who just bought a equinox tipped over from a motor boat wake this is very helpful. I can't wait to practice those strokes to improve my balance and skills

[@chuckdilmore2040]

You're a great Teacher - thank you!

[@jezmarshall9941]

Brilliant instruction. Thanks from the UK.

[@HappyPaddlin]

Thanks for watching and sending a note!

[@msimpso99]

Thank you! Very helpful connections to using previously learned strokes

[@augsbourne]

Just bought my first yak today - a used Sun Dolphin Aruba 8 SS. I took it in my local creek this evening and it’s… pretty unstable. But, it tracks decently and it moves swiftly. I just need to learn my balancing. I’m going to upgrade this winter once all the nicer yaks are on clearance.

[@courtlandbates2683]

Great video, Ethan

[@richhahn9238]

Just got my first touring kayak and boy was I surprised how different it is from my fishing rig lol thanks for the tutorial! I will definitely be trying these tips soon!

[@tranquility9325]

I will be getting one too and I'm sure I'm entering a whole new world with how it will feel lol.

[@kaliyuga9406]

Excellent video that gave me a lot to think about and try next time I am on the water. I have been struggling to improve my bracing and liked the examples you gave to practice proficiency.

[@stevens2279]

Very helpful video, Ethan. I'm an intermediate paddler and always learning. Going to try out those strokes once it warms up a bit.

[@mchammer7777]

This is just what I needed, great advice! Thank you Ethan, can’t wait to practice this!

[@etc-and-more]

Coming from big box store kayaks we're about to go and pick up our new Skylarks and hope to be able to start practicing some of these maneuvers to get the most out of them. Thanks for posting, well done.

[@wonderswedste1789]

Guessing you ended up returning them?

[@etc-and-more]

@@wonderswedste1789 No, did not return anything. Kept both the big box store kayaks and the Eddyline Skylark 12's.

[@kayakphd]

Allow me to quote the great Karl Andersson: "Kayaks aren't tippy. People are tippy" ;-D

[@loricollins3163]

I am excited to practice and play with these strokes! Thank you!

[@Helix0507]

An excellent demonstration. Thank you!

[@bijouxmusic]

That was awesome! Thank you 🙏

[@garymoon2829]

Excellent instruction on vital skill, thank you!

[@paddleboy84]

Helpful advice. Thanks Ethan

[@jimfromoregonusa9899]

Always well done!

[@tranquility9325]

This is similar to belly dancing isolations. The lower half does one thing but the upper half remains in the neutral position. Tyfs!

[@NWKayaking]

Thanks for the great tips to pass on

[@flushot6513]

I just got a pungo 105 first time out was in whitecaps like ya said just loose hips and keep nose over belt buckle

[@soihavetoplay]

This video is very helpful! Thanks!

[@quematelento]

Hey man! This is rad, thanks for sharing! Will be doing this ASAP

[@quematelento]

Sitka LT btw :p

[@DennyT71]

Thank you. Good tips.

[@steveroberts3102]

Great video

[@alexmook6786]

Excellent!!!!!

[@swimrski]

Very helpful!

[@Mark--Todd]

Great video. Is there any way to put this into practice with a S.O.T kayak?

[@HappyPaddlin]

All the same except your thighs and hips aren’t involved in contacting the kayak. The brace strokes are still equally valuable.

[@PaddleDogC5]

Thanks

[@Mr.Bryan1234]

Its funny how people buy sea kayaks or any performance kayaks and expect it to be like a fishing kayak stable just because it cost a lot

[@wonderswedste1789]

Exactly. I look at it as roller skating vs roller blading. Two completely different experiences for two completely different persons.

[@richardwill935]

Scappoose!

[@breakfastbuddy5]

its easier to buy a stable kayak,

[@HappyPaddlin]

Know why elk hunting is so difficult?

[@matematikniels]

but a stable kayak tips when the first wave comes, it's no good for sea kayaking

[@breakfastbuddy5]

because youre sitting in a tippy kayak , the comparison is like 1 or 2 wheel bikes 2 wheel bikes are more steady ,

[@HappyPaddlin]

= Full time Elk compete with part time hunters!

[@WeShootBack1776]

None of this works for my emotion edge at all it's just tippy no matter how you tilt its terrible . Ive got 8 different yaks and the emotion sucks

[@HappyPaddlin]

That boat actually makes a fun little canoe! But yes, too deep to make body contact.

[@yiwenyoga9617]

Were you in Scappoose in the video? By Next Adventure? Do you offer classes in Portland?

[@HappyPaddlin]

I’m based in Bend OR. If ya ever want to paddle and gain some hints you can check out www.happypaddlin.com to find our demo schedule, tutorials, etc.