A great technique for closing distance by the rescuer, is to paddle-push the bows together, this will scissor the hulls together much faster than any side strokes.
I like the tipping of the rescuers boat to make it easier to empty the rescued boat. The rescued needs to stay very low when climbing and turning, that would be good to say it in the instructions. Also, the rescued should spread her arms on both boats when halv way in the climb, in order to avoid falling between the boats. Turning towards the rescuer is also a better option, as the weight and arms of the rescued will spread better over the 2 boats, and the rescued and rescuer will have better eye contact. I also prefer the rescued, if not beginner, to be more active and to turn around her boat, under the time waiting for the rescuer to come. Am I right? Or would that put the rescued boat at risk to blow away?
i tried the heel hook today, and found it more stable when turning towards my rescuer. when you turn away you bring a little of yr weight outside the center, making it more unstable
Great video. Our paddling group has been debating the direction of the turn in the cockpit. In a T-rescue we usually turn towards the rescuer in case you need their boat for stability. Why do you suggest turning away in this version?
I can see advantage in either way. Firstly with continuing the rotation it is a more fluid motion that flows naturally IF you have practiced and follow it through, However turning to face the other kayak has the advantage of more stability if the motion does stall for any reason. I would say they are both excellent and get the desired result when practiced .
Its not entirely clear whether the second rescue of Janet in troubled waters was successful. The video abruptly ended just when we were about to find out...gulp...
Excelente. Muchas Gracias por el vídeo.
Saludos desde Buenos Aires Argentina.
A great technique for closing distance by the rescuer, is to paddle-push the bows together, this will scissor the hulls together much faster than any side strokes.
Really nice demonstration, thanks. Heel hook is my goto rescue technique.
Thanks for posting the great video on the Heel Hook rescue. Please keep the great videos coming!
Great vids I have all the tapes of GB
I like the tipping of the rescuers boat to make it easier to empty the rescued boat.
The rescued needs to stay very low when climbing and turning, that would be good to say it in the instructions. Also, the rescued should spread her arms on both boats when halv way in the climb, in order to avoid falling between the boats.
Turning towards the rescuer is also a better option, as the weight and arms of the rescued will spread better over the 2 boats, and the rescued and rescuer will have better eye contact.
I also prefer the rescued, if not beginner, to be more active and to turn around her boat, under the time waiting for the rescuer to come. Am I right? Or would that put the rescued boat at risk to blow away?
i tried the heel hook today, and found it more stable when turning towards my rescuer. when you turn away you bring a little of yr weight outside the center, making it more unstable
There is no substitute for having a reliable roll.
The title has been changed to reflect this is an assisted rescue.
nice eddylines
What is the purpose of the shackle on the pfd strap? I notice that they both have one. His is a quick release.
In the first part; what is that vhf radio doing on the deck???
Gran video bravo
It’s easier to get in between the kayaks
Great video. Our paddling group has been debating the direction of the turn in the cockpit. In a T-rescue we usually turn towards the rescuer in case you need their boat for stability. Why do you suggest turning away in this version?
I can see advantage in either way. Firstly with continuing the rotation it is a more fluid motion that flows naturally IF you have practiced and follow it through,
However turning to face the other kayak has the advantage of more stability if the motion does stall for any reason. I would say they are both excellent and get the desired result when practiced .
Interesting. Good video
okay so how do you do it without decklines
Why would a kayak not have deck lines fitted?
@@stevengrindrod2002 many recreational kayaks dont have deck lines
es excelente !!
Great vid, thanks :)
Its not entirely clear whether the second rescue of Janet in troubled waters was successful. The video abruptly ended just when we were about to find out...gulp...
R.I.P. Janet.
Buy the videos they are great.
Why is it called heel hook when its clearly a toe hook? :p
its more like a calf hook
Great videos but I would call these assisted rescues not "self rescue". I am usually by myself so these would not help.
it works solo with a paddle float if that's any use to you.
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