Tips and Tricks: How to Launch a Kayak from a Dock

In this video, I show you how to get in and out of your kayak when your kayak is below you on a dock.
This dock I am using may be a bit deeper or shallower than a dock you may use, but if your legs can reach the kayak with your bottom still on the dock, then this technique will work.
In this video, I am using a Ck1 Venture from Crescent Kayaks and a Bending Branches Navigator Angler Paddle.
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[@davecarr7804]

Thanks a million for this Donald. Got a Kayak for first time few months back and always wondered how to do this. There are lots of lovely rivers here in Ireland but very few have slip ways and mostly cater for cruisers with docks. Now I have more choice.

[@kayakflyfishingschool]

You’re welcome!! Glad that this video can help you get out on the water safely!!!

[@flimflannery3192]

Thanks again Don. Another good video on basic fundamentals helping to keep our sport safer, fun and more enjoyable!

[@kayakflyfishingschool]

Thank you!! I try!!

[@urnie4843]

thankyou i just couldnt get in this is really helpful

[@kayakflyfishingschool]

you are welcome, I am glad it can help you. Tight Lines and Safe Paddles.

[@randalkire220]

Thanks for the useful demo. Rand

[@kayakflyfishingschool]

You're welcome. Glad the video can be helpful. Safe paddles!!

[@videojoe7]

Very helpful..👍

[@kayakflyfishingschool]

Thank you very much!!

[@memelc5655]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@drewweaver5139]

Is this at Moe's landing in gulf shores,AL?

[@kayakflyfishingschool]

It is indeed!! One of my favorite spots to teach classes

[@marybucklew8833]

What boots are you wearing?

[@kayakflyfishingschool]

I am wearing the older version of NRS brand “Boundary” boots.
www.nrs.com/nrs-boundary-boots/p8dy

[@marybucklew8833]

@@kayakflyfishingschool thank you!

[@max3dlee]

Bottom line: there is no graceful way to get in or out of a kayak :)

[@kayakflyfishingschool]

LOL!!
You can get graceful, but it takes practice…that younger you are the easier it is!!

[@Burgerbeast101]

How about a kayak you cant stand up in lmao

[@nhansen197]

That whole manoeuvre looks really sketchy to me.