The J Stroke and Canadian Stroke

Kevin and his family do a day trip in the neighbouring municipality of Tweed, Ontario and shows how to paddle the J Stroke and Canadian Stroke. Rivers like the Skootamatta, Black and Moira offer fantastic whitewater paddling in the Spring of the year, but the calmer sections also provide perfect day outings during the Summer and Fall.
for more information on paddling opportunities in Tweed, contact:
tweed.ca
Here's a great on-line route map of the entire Skootamatta River. Kevin's family did the stretch from the Highway #7 access, north to High Falls, and return. An easy half day journey.
quinteconservation.ca/site/ima...

[@grahamjordan8278]

As a longtime flatwater canoeing instructor, I teach a slight variation to Kevin's J-stroke. As the paddle acts as a lever to push water sideways (to pivot the canoe), efficiency is important. Therefore, the blade needs to stay vertical. To do so, keep the 'grip' hand over the gunnel when turning the wrist (don't let it 'drop' into the boat), then push out with the 'shaft' hand. In that way, you're not 'lifting' water as Kevin seems to be doing.

[@matoux1]

the Canadian Stroke is very relaxing , especially on a long trip,Give the paddler time to enjoy the view. :)

[@andyj7973]

This video is so stinkin' cute! Good job, man!

[@LesDempseySoloLesta]

Impressing your own wife and daughter - thats an accomplishment. They can be your toughest audience.

[@DoYerBest]

When I was growing up, we used to camp at Vanderwater Conservation area, in Tweed every summer. The fishing and canoeing was so good. Unfortunately, they closed the campground about 20 years ago, but Tweed still holds a dear place in my heart.

[@Moxaer]

Great video thank you learned something and laughed - have a nice time with your family

[@Woodenarrows]

I just did 17.5-18 miles of J stroke paddling a 14 footer solo on the Tippecanoe River in northern Indiana last month. Was a great time...

[@Liptow]

Love the video opening. A good team you have.

[@markatkinson9963]

Paddles make a difference . Thanks for sharing

[@EdwinDueck]

When I had a canoe, I tried the j stroke it worked pretty good. I don't have a canoe right now. Thinking of building a skin on frame. I'm hoping I can get it lite enough to portage with.

[@XanderBudnick]

you guys seem like really nice people :)

[@MarcOS-wm7ur]

I must agree the Skootamatta and Moira are great run-off rivers. I remember some fairly impressive falls on the Skoot.

[@ambduff1]

New to your channel. I Was looking for ways to put my canoe on my minivan alone when I came across your video. I am so glad I did cause I am loving your videos. They are educational, super adorable family fun in nature and they're funny. You guys are an awesome family! Thanks for sharing your lives with us.

[@t.w.milburn8264]

Another great Family outing, Keep 'em 'comin Kev. ATB Terry

[@k.backus6349]

Excellent video.

[@tumbleweed6658]

Nice I’m-pretty new to canoeing I bought a used 13.5 foot old-town for 200.00 great shape. I can’t wait to try the Canadian stroke aye. Thanks for awesome training videos. You have a new subscriber safe paddling!

[@MichiganHiker]

Kevin, thanks for the very clear information. I was trying out the Canadian stroke today and said "eh" each time as you suggested.

[@reelchef67]

unfortunately , that is only half of the Canadian Stroke.

[@tedbryer1607]

Hi Just found your site! I am just up the road from you in havelock. My friend and I live to canoe so we might see you . We live just 5 min from the Crowe river . Thank You for your vids. You can contact if you like. I also have a very good friend that lives in Tweed- Mr. Len Bryan.

[@hellasboy8243]

Like the badger water color paddles.

[@panama-canada]

I know Tweed! Pass it every weekend :-)

[@stephencunliffe3879]

Excellent ! Thanks

[@Bushcraftwayoflife]

Hi my friend! Fantastic :) Thx Atb Cadu

[@mmrtactical7764]

Great vid Kev, Thx!!

[@mgraber1]

I like the very similar pitch stroke or rolling pitch stroke, it is slightly more efficient.

[@bushcraftnorthof6012]

Is Tweed close to Stirling/Belleville at all? My sister-in-law and her family live there. Next time we're down, I should share a wee dram with you. Life goals- being on a banner, in a canoe. 👍

[@jpunterminse9368]

Just bought a canoe today. Love your videos, can't wait to get on the lake and try the j stroke, and the canadian stroke ..eh? :D :D

[@EdwinDueck]

J Punterminse like the Canadian..eh.. Lol

[@NovaHiker50]

"Wanted poster" Haha

[@TomsBackwoods]

Kevin would you consider talking about the differences and uses between the otter tail,Beaver tail and other paddle shapes?

[@TheHappyCamper]

That would be a good topic. I'll give it a shot next time I'm out.

[@650gringo]

I made a paddle. It looks like a rat tail.

[@dontall71]

Nice video A

[@Appleblade]

Very nice! Thx!

[@NickGaston]

Didn't know about the Canadian Stroke!

[@hope4surf]

Cool! Tnx!

[@Tilt11001]

I think I want a canoe now.

[@garydebacher9870]

The goon stroke is more efficient and leaves less drag during extraction. You need to think it through.

[@briargoatkilla]

nope

[@nmoran2046]

After being a canoeing instructor for 25 years I don’t recommend using the gunnel you were out the gunwalls and you were out your paddle your equipment doesn’t last long if you don’t take care of it But you’re right it is a wonderful paddle through that area I am partial to the Mag

[@TheHappyCamper]

Sorry. I disagree, especially while on a long canoe trip. If you don't use the gunnel after days of paddling, you won't be able to move your arms/wrists. You can place leather around the paddle shaft to reduce damage.

[@suekaakee1356]

N Moran, I have to agree with you. Banging paddle on gunnel is definitely a big no no. The canoeist will also miss seeing much wildlife at water's with all that noise...ugh

[@nmoran2046]

Well Mr. happy camper I have yet to run out of gas in my arms and wrists and I often do 7 to 14 day trips so if your arms are getting tired you’re not prepared for the trip you’re on If all you do is leisurely paddle’s after dinner in your arms aren’t going to be condition for a trip so a leisurely paddle after dinner shouldn’t wind up with sore arms and if you have to protect your paddle because of poor technique oh it’s your paddle

[@reelchef67]

@@suekaakee1356 That is not a "canadian stroke' as you know. Sad how much knowledge has been lost or misrepresented.

[@sed6]

@@nmoran2046 But leisurely paddles after dinner also won't wear out gunnels or paddles like you suggest...

[@davidmullen1335]

Thank you!!!

[@RimfireRat]

just saying in my rivers with currant the J stroke I believe is better open water calm still waters the Canadian stroke would rule. what I'm saying any time the blades in the water it is either pushing water or creating drag .knifing fwd is drag ,even if only slight

[@erucader]

I wish I had seen this years ago

[@rickbrown4039]

Great video , thanks . I have heard that the Canadian Stroke is also known as the Omer Stroke , named after Omer Stringer .

[@TheHappyCamper]

I think so too.

[@greyone40]

I looked in Omer's little book "The Canoeist's Manual" and there is no mention of a separate stroke, but his description in the text on the J stroke is much as the "Canadian" shown here. I believe Omer is known for making the solo style of leaning the canoe popular. Then there is the head stand in the canoe.

[@panama-canada]

Thank you for explaining the Canadian stroke to me, eh :-)

[@jdanielcramer]

Nice video, as a Canadian I can attest to the fact that we don’t call it the ‘J’ stroke because that’s reserved for when we’re smokin a ‘J’ on the water…😌

[@looking4leasuretime]

nice, ever so nice

[@johnmoore5293]

So why would you do any stroke that slows down the canoe and makes it wobble left and right? Why not pick the angle of entrance into the water that keeps the boat straight and have a complete power stroke without any slowdown at the end. With enough of angle you can turn the boat left or right without changing sides or slowing the boat at the end of your stroke.

[@dylan15243]

I just use kayak paddle. Way faster when solo.

[@danwilliamson5016]

great

[@moeloubani768]

its weird because its not a 360 video but i could almost see the eyeroll at the other end of the camera lol great video

[@davidrobins4025]

Thanks for demonstrating the "J" stroke and the "Canadian" eh.

[@ashtonpilkey490]

I didn't know the name of that Canadian stroke, but the few times I've paddled a canoe I just found myself doing that. Maybe it's just 'cuz I'm Canadian .

[@michaeldoucette943]

❤❤❤

[@reelchef67]

That is not exactly a Canadian stroke, there is a lot less arm movement and gentle rocking motion for and aft so as to save arm strength and use the larger muscle groups to propel thier heavily laden canoes , The voyageurs, metis ,ojibway etc used this stroke to cover long distances. This was taught to me by Ray K-Omer S and A Mcknight back in mid 70s.

[@tomdacanoagemniltonzerlin9112]

❤

[@garysmith5975]

High Falls is where I videoed my Canoe Flip Challenge.

[@winstonsmith1222]

I was taught the “canadian stroke” as the Indian stroke. And you don’t need to take the paddle out of the water at all

[@wildman-tv]

"A" ;)

[@jwiereng]

2:19 contact the gunwale every time? How long before your bowman is annoyed with all the clacking, disturbing the peace

[@greekmythdude9053]

K stroke, not J stroke

[@diceman2004]

Did they have your permission to use your picture on the banner ? 1 000 000 bucks easy man . I would sue .

[@sth128]

J-eh stroke.

[@rm42749]

What do you think of Trudeau, eh?

[@TheBeereddy]

Did not see any difference between J and G

[@analreviews5742]

Cause it’s Canadian lol

[@nyutsacc3082]

Good shit nigga