Indian Stroke
This stroke is also known as the underwater stroke. Some
people call it the Canadian stroke, but in fact there's a stroke
rather between the J stroke and the Indian stroke that is more
generally called the Canadian. The Indian stroke is used for
paddling a straight course and is very useful against strong
winds or running rapids. As you move the paddle forward, rotate
the grip of the paddle in the palm of your upper hand. Then you
are ready for the next power stroke without taking the blade
out of the water. If you do it slowly and carefully, there is
no sound from the paddle, making it possible to sneak up on wildlife
and get a close view. |
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