I don't know what I imagined the place would look like, computerized robots ? But seeing the hands on, one at a time approach, reminds me of raising a child. Had to dig my paddle out and look at it after watching this one. Can't wait for # 3...........
This makes me thinking of getting one of the newer GearLab paddles. I have two very early Akiak and it seems there is a big difference compared to the new ones. Now I'm waiting for part 3 😀😀
I still have my Kayakid for surfing. I prefer the Kalleq for the opposite reasons you like the Kalleq. In advanced strokes, the wide oval loom means the contact patch on my hands changes and that decreases control of the paddle. The round loom also allows me to let the paddle find its path through the water - that the angle of the cant is variable through the stroke - something I find critical in more dynamic water. The lack of any shoulders allow for smoother sliding strokes.
Good points! I suppose our preference can change depending on the experience and conditions. I definitely am not there with advance paddles techniques yet!
I have a Malik as a spare paddle and for learning to roll, float bag and deck pod. Still haven't figured out rolling, after taking some rolling clinics...still on my bucket list.
Buddy this was so interesting, and the white paddle looked so cool. But the wide one looked strange not what you would expect, however I bet you could get some speed with it. Great video Buddy 👍👍
I loved the white paddle.. It would go well with my white Rebel kayak. The wide one is used for surfing and I didn't realise they made those types of paddles in the past.
I don't know what I imagined the place would look like, computerized robots ? But seeing the hands on, one at a time approach, reminds me of raising a child. Had to dig my paddle out and look at it after watching this one. Can't wait for # 3...........
I love the orange one too
I want it! haha
This makes me thinking of getting one of the newer GearLab paddles. I have two very early Akiak and it seems there is a big difference compared to the new ones. Now I'm waiting for part 3 😀😀
We can never have too many paddles right? haha
I still have my Kayakid for surfing.
I prefer the Kalleq for the opposite reasons you like the Kalleq. In advanced strokes, the wide oval loom means the contact patch on my hands changes and that decreases control of the paddle. The round loom also allows me to let the paddle find its path through the water - that the angle of the cant is variable through the stroke - something I find critical in more dynamic water. The lack of any shoulders allow for smoother sliding strokes.
Good points! I suppose our preference can change depending on the experience and conditions. I definitely am not there with advance paddles techniques yet!
I have a Malik as a spare paddle and for learning to roll, float bag and deck pod. Still haven't figured out rolling, after taking some rolling clinics...still on my bucket list.
I'm sure you'll get there soon! Once you get it the first time, then it becomes easier to learn other rolls. You never forget the first roll :)
1:10, my go to paddle when surfing, the Aukaneck paddle ♥
I'm curious how it feels on the water.. How is it?
@@Fishaholicboy It feels strong & reliable (easy rolls and versus strong winds), ruclips.net/video/PYqg1-7sPWM/видео.htmlsi=kXvozUYyttSTlva-
Buddy this was so interesting, and the white paddle looked so cool. But the wide one looked strange not what you would expect, however I bet you could get some speed with it.
Great video Buddy 👍👍
I loved the white paddle.. It would go well with my white Rebel kayak. The wide one is used for surfing and I didn't realise they made those types of paddles in the past.
@@Fishaholicboy No I had never seen one before.