Does anyone know where I can find a good video sequence that shows a C1 doing flatwater cartwheels? I can initiate it, but then I just can't figure out how to keep it going.
Thanks!
martin
Flatwater cartwheel video
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Flatwater cartwheel video
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here's a non-flatwater cartwheel if that's any help, http://playak.com/article.php?sid=190
they've got a lot of other good stuff there too for c-1's, here's the link http://playak.com/search.php?query=C1:
they've got a lot of other good stuff there too for c-1's, here's the link http://playak.com/search.php?query=C1:
Flatwater cartwheel video
Martin,
It's not a C1 video, but I've been using "EJ's Playboating Basics" DVD to learn how to cartwheel -- along with several pool sessions. I've been focusing my skills on performing a flatwater lean-clean, which I believe is the key to C1 cartwheel. I can now cartwheel both directions without really using my paddle. As with all C1 moves, it requires technique and balance. To ensure I'm working the technique properly, I use hand paddles for cartwheel practice. It ensures I develop / use proper technique without paddle assistance and allows me to easily roll back up once I flip over. I've now started practicing changing my cartwheel direction without stopping -- I've been successfull, but not consistent.
EJ's instruction emphasis is to always look where you're going next and keep your body perpendicular to the boat.
http://www.jacksonkayak.com/store/store.cfm
Boise Bob
It's not a C1 video, but I've been using "EJ's Playboating Basics" DVD to learn how to cartwheel -- along with several pool sessions. I've been focusing my skills on performing a flatwater lean-clean, which I believe is the key to C1 cartwheel. I can now cartwheel both directions without really using my paddle. As with all C1 moves, it requires technique and balance. To ensure I'm working the technique properly, I use hand paddles for cartwheel practice. It ensures I develop / use proper technique without paddle assistance and allows me to easily roll back up once I flip over. I've now started practicing changing my cartwheel direction without stopping -- I've been successfull, but not consistent.
EJ's instruction emphasis is to always look where you're going next and keep your body perpendicular to the boat.
http://www.jacksonkayak.com/store/store.cfm
Boise Bob