What to do if You Fall Out of Your Kayak

[@patdesignsinc]

Holy shit. Strap for a stirrup is GENIUS!

[@roadtripangler]

It can save you for sure!!

[@jimmysalazar7039]

Super helpful! The same strap used to tie the Yak down to the truck, needs to be transferred to the yak while in the water. GOT IT!!!!

[@roadtripangler]

Thanks! And yes or keep an extra on the yak always! You can never have enough straps lol

[@KeywordManagement]

This was the best tip I've seen on righting a flipped kayak. This will go into practice immediately. This should also be a part of any / every kayaking safety course.

[@roadtripangler]

Thank you!! I completely agree!!

[@Man_Whale]

i've flipped my kayak once. in the magroves where the saltwater crocs live. i wasn't this graceful.

[@roadtripangler]

I would probably be walking on water lol

[@briankel]

Best comment of the day.

[@holdilocks]

In Jamaica, my x would not lean into the waves and flipped our kayak 3 times, I climbed in & pulled him in all three times, thank God the tour guide finally got him a separate kayak.

[@roadtripangler]

Yea that is no good. Being prepared is so Important

[@sailingyoumeandjosapea6770]

This is very clever I’m going to make that strap part of my kit

[@roadtripangler]

Good to hear!

[@jasonvenesky2438]

The stirrup trick is great!

[@roadtripangler]

Thanks!

[@robertocatrone715]

Brilliant... Life savings advice

[@roadtripangler]

Thanks!!

[@tasaman]

This is something all paddlers need to practice at least yearly.

[@roadtripangler]

Completely agree!!

[@TWC6724]

Jeff is the man!

[@roadtripangler]

Yes he is!!

[@cr8244]

Amazing tip!!!!

[@roadtripangler]

Thanks!!

[@10B10R]

Niiiiice!!! Thanks a ton!!

[@roadtripangler]

You are very welcome!

[@StormRaid417]

A strap is something I need to get just in case. My kayak is much smaller and it's one you sit inside of. I haven't tried it yet but you'd think a smaller kayak would be harder to get back into.

[@roadtripangler]

Actually sometimes they are easier unless you’re talking about one that has a really small cockpit like a white water or touring kayak. They take a bit different technique and some times even a friend.

[@timpendexter6121]

My instructors all taught first step is grab your boat, stay with your boat! If you have to choose between your paddle or your boat go to the boat. It's good to have a spare paddle for situations like this.

[@roadtripangler]

For sure!

[@tylergriffith9684]

I have a sit in kayak and I worry about not being able to get myself over such a big lip, I haven’t flipped.. yet

[@roadtripangler]

For sure try it in a safe spot. There are some other methods that work well for sit in where you hook your leg over but it can be hard depending on how closed off the cockpit is. If possible, it could be easier to swim your kayak to shore, but that is not always an option.

[@BaulsSaulT]

There is a method to roll yourself back up, right? I would love to see that tutorial

[@incursu4974]

It wouldn't apply to this style of kayak due to it being open as you need to be inside to brace your knees keeping you in, have a look for white water kayak rolls you will see some good videos for that

[@roadtripangler]

Correct! Here is a link to a great video showing this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rF7VmoJ5bdWid9Usi=YvXU3XzLvlDTVQk7

[@walden6272]

My kayak flip over once so I just climb on top of it and paddle back to shore on a upside down kayak.

[@roadtripangler]

That is one way to do it!

[@garysmith8858]

Why not make a safety strap from a cargo strap for just that reason and keep it rolled up and attached to your PFD

[@roadtripangler]

That is exactly what we are trying to say! Keep it on the kayak or in your PFD!

[@epinkelton1177]

Tell me you have never had to flip a 3 seater jetskis back over without saying it

[@roadtripangler]

It’s happened lol

[@tranquility9325]

This dude resembles Clark Kent lol

[@wildflowerblessings]

I’m old and not flexible. If I can’t touch the floor, I’m just swimming however far it takes to get to the shore sadly. I probably shouldn’t kayak but… I love being on the water!

[@roadtripangler]

I think that is why it is important to have a “just in case” plan. Like paddling with others or staying closer to shore if you can’t self rescue. These things can keep you safe and enjoying what you love at the same time!!

[@wildflowerblessings]

@@roadtripangler absolutely! Because you can’t live your life in fear and never get to enjoy the fun things like this. Can’t let age win just because age robs you of some physical health! I love the acceptance and suggested ways to still have a great time! Awesome reply.

[@roadtripangler]

Could not agree more! Thank you!

[@jakajesenko1453]

Why not just roll?

[@roadtripangler]

Not possible on a sit on top kayak.

[@arsfishing]

I was ~5-10 min from dying from hypotherapy. I

[@roadtripangler]

That is too close for comfort

[@chialeux514]

Yeah but that way, you'll get all wet !! Just buy another kayak !

[@roadtripangler]

Getting wet is ok!

[@tydengr]

keep a strap in your pocket

[@roadtripangler]

For sure!

[@JackRR15]

God damn, maybe I prefer my tourijg kayak instead of a fishijg kayk haha

[@roadtripangler]

They can be a a beast if you end up wrong side up.

[@JackRR15]

@@roadtripangler Lol funny seeing this comment 5 months later. I just bought a Bigwater PDL 132. My friends have converted me to fishing kayak only lol

[@jerrodwristen2782]

Bad advice. If you have ever uprighted a jet ski you would loop your hands and arm over the top of your topside down like your strap and just pull it back over. No one is finding paddles and straps after flipping all there gear. I could 100% show everyone a better actually life saving method. If you have a kayak look at videos of how to upright jet skis by yourself.

[@roadtripangler]

By all means post it up. We are certified instructors. This is not something we just made up and put out there. You have to stay calm and locate your paddle or getting back on the kayak will leave you with no means of moving it and you only need the strap if you have a wide boat and it is hard to flip. I too have a jet ski and they are not the same.

[@SKantar10]

​@@roadtripanglerWell said brother! This keyboard warrior doesn't have a clue what the hell he is talking about 😂😂

[@roadtripangler]

I was hoping to see the video lol

[@SKantar10]

@@roadtripangler 😂😂😂