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Paddling
You can choose to paddle, pedal
guidelines will help you to get
For proper hand placement
on your paddle, start with your
hands about a shoulder’s width
the center of the paddle on top of your head, your elbows
ts
less surface area for the wind to catch as that blade moves
Then lift the first paddle blade out of the water while lowering
will force the bow of the boat to swing away from the paddle
More Paddling Tips
Relax your hands when paddling; a tight grip is not
necessary!
For greater efficiency use not only your arms, but your torso
paddlers use an offset (feathered) paddle, but beginners
Standing in your Pro Angler