Getting past “tippy kayak” and learning to edge your kayak

[@msimpso99]

Thank you! Very helpful connections to using previously learned strokes

[@rickquist3992]

Progress happens when sage advice is followed...
This stuff is indispensable for beginners.
Listen up folks!

[@debinparadise7302]

Going out tomorrow in my Skylark and try all of those tips Ethan! Just what I needed, thanks.

[@robertdawson3731]

Your presentation is awesome Ethan. I am struggling with getting past "tippy" and the practice ideas you present make so much sense. Like others who have commented on your advice, I can't wait to get out on the water tomorrow to practice. So, well done Ethan!!

[@HappyPaddlin]

Let me know how it goes for you!

[@Sardosam]

For someone who just bought a equinox tipped over from a motor boat wake this is very helpful. I can't wait to practice those strokes to improve my balance and skills

[@Helix0507]

An excellent demonstration. Thank you!

[@chuckdilmore2040]

You're a great Teacher - thank you!

[@loricollins3163]

I am excited to practice and play with these strokes! Thank you!

[@mchammer7777]

This is just what I needed, great advice! Thank you Ethan, can’t wait to practice this!

[@jimfromoregonusa9899]

Always well done!

[@richhahn9238]

Just got my first touring kayak and boy was I surprised how different it is from my fishing rig lol thanks for the tutorial! I will definitely be trying these tips soon!

[@stevens2279]

Very helpful video, Ethan. I'm an intermediate paddler and always learning. Going to try out those strokes once it warms up a bit.

[@garymoon2829]

Excellent instruction on vital skill, thank you!

[@courtlandbates2683]

Great video, Ethan

[@kaliyuga9406]

Excellent video that gave me a lot to think about and try next time I am on the water. I have been struggling to improve my bracing and liked the examples you gave to practice proficiency.

[@kayakphd]

Allow me to quote the great Karl Andersson: "Kayaks aren't tippy. People are tippy" ;-D

[@jezmarshall9941]

Brilliant instruction. Thanks from the UK.

[@HappyPaddlin]

Thanks for watching and sending a note!

[@paddleboy84]

Helpful advice. Thanks Ethan

[@NWKayaking]

Thanks for the great tips to pass on

[@soihavetoplay]

This video is very helpful! Thanks!

[@quematelento]

Hey man! This is rad, thanks for sharing! Will be doing this ASAP

[@quematelento]

Sitka LT btw :p

[@etc-and-more]

Coming from big box store kayaks we're about to go and pick up our new Skylarks and hope to be able to start practicing some of these maneuvers to get the most out of them. Thanks for posting, well done.

[@wonderswedste1789]

Guessing you ended up returning them?

[@etc-and-more]

@@wonderswedste1789 No, did not return anything. Kept both the big box store kayaks and the Eddyline Skylark 12's.

[@jailen461]

Thank you. Good tips.

[@flushot6513]

I just got a pungo 105 first time out was in whitecaps like ya said just loose hips and keep nose over belt buckle

[@steveroberts3102]

Great video

[@swimrski]

Very helpful!

[@alexmook6786]

Excellent!!!!!

[@PaddleDogC5]

Thanks

[@Mark--Todd]

Great video. Is there any way to put this into practice with a S.O.T kayak?

[@HappyPaddlin]

All the same except your thighs and hips aren’t involved in contacting the kayak. The brace strokes are still equally valuable.

[@Mr.Bryan1234]

Its funny how people buy sea kayaks or any performance kayaks and expect it to be like a fishing kayak stable just because it cost a lot

[@wonderswedste1789]

Exactly. I look at it as roller skating vs roller blading.
Two completely different experiences for two completely different persons.

[@breakfastbuddy5]

its easier to buy a stable kayak,

[@HappyPaddlin]

Know why elk hunting is so difficult?

[@matematikniels]

but a stable kayak tips when the first wave comes, it's no good for sea kayaking

[@breakfastbuddy5]

because youre sitting in a tippy kayak , the comparison is like 1 or 2 wheel bikes 2 wheel bikes are more steady ,

[@HappyPaddlin]

= Full time Elk compete with part time hunters!