A Winter Paddling Adventure | Should You Go Kayaking Alone?
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- Опубликовано: 3 дек 2021
- I'm heading out on a winter kayaking adventure! There's some snow in the air, and it's almost freezing out, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy a kayaking river trip. Kayaking in the winter can be amazing! It can also be dangerous if you don't have the right equipment. It can be even more dangerous if you do it alone. But is there ever a good time to go kayaking alone? Is it safe to go kayaking alone? These are some of the things we'll talk about while challenging big rapids in a big kayak!
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I've kayaked for years myself. A few years ago I invested in a drysuit. Still paddled myself for another year with the drysuit. Last year I did paddled with someone but we didn't go out very often. I am back to paddling myself this winter. Yes, it is better to have someone else with you, but, I accept the additional risk going out myself. Every trip, I make sure someone who's where I am. I tell them when I get off the water. I have learned to roll and I've taken several safety classes.
That's awesome to hear! It's amazing how different ones perspective(s) from the seat of a kayak! :)
Always a pleasure to watch you in action. Thanks for addressing solo paddling. I often paddle alone--for me, it's hard to find a paddling partner with the required advanced skills. I have sadly discovered that paddling with someone who doesn't know their stuff is just as risky as paddling alone...
Cheers!
Good video! Thanks Ken! I appreciate the debate about paddling alone. I have paddled flat and whitewater for 35 years and do occasionally paddle alone. Recently I have had some exceptional flatwater solo fun and wouldn't miss it for the world. Reliable roll and rescue gear and knowledge are key, as you said. I also paddle whitewater alone if it is at least a grade below my ability and I know it well. More often I enjoy my paddling buddies and whitewater community! Please keep celebrating paddling, sharing your knowledge and stories as a proud fellow Canadian!
I do most of my paddling alone. I won’t let a lack of like minded friends stop me having fun
Great video about the topic of solo paddling. I regularly paddle alone, but it's a little bit safer to do so here in the UK as our waterways (rivers/canals) are mostly lined with footpaths/towpaths that are used heavily by hikers, cyclists, joggers, dog walkers and the canals are home to a fair few canal boats/narrow boats. So even though I'm paddling alone, I'm never really alone. So I think it's more to do with where in the world you paddle as to whether you should paddle alone. But definitely something people should think heavily about before doing so.
Great point... sometimes paddling alone isn't really paddling alone! :)
Even here in the UK it does vary. For teaching purposes in Winter the likes of Coniston, Ullswater and Windermere are rated as high as the sea. Large lake (small by US size) affected by wind so can get small waves and largely with no perimeter road. Yet in the middle of summer you can't paddle in a straight line for more than 20 yards if you are with a mile of any of the launching points.
I agree about paddling alone!!! I’m 65 years old and my wife has gotten we’re she doesn’t go as much anymore!!! Most people either want to drink or just socialize along the river . I like to take in as much of God’s beauty I can and enjoy the river from rapid to the next one !!!! 😇💦💦💦💦
Happy and safe paddling adventures to you!
Solid truth in this video on reasons NOT to paddle alone. Yes I do it sometimes, but in more calm or easy to get to shore rivers. I had a recent "wake up" after 30+ years of kayaking. I was out alone on my paddle board and no one around me for hundreds of yards in deep water with zero beach area next to steep cliffs. In the transition from standing to sitting, I lost balance and this old guy went swimming. I broke my cardinal rule of always wear a pfd. I did not have one on and I did 15-20 minutes of treading water, holding on to the paddle, and trying to scissor kick 400+ years to the nearest beach area. My big board is 36" wide x 11'6" and not easy to flip back over. No panic, but mad at myself for a newbie mistake. I moved to the back, grabbed the rear long fin and wrestled it over. Luckily I was in warm water as cold water would have been a real struggle. A reminder lesson for sure.
Ken, been kayaking for 47 yrs. But I agree with being prepared and all the thought that is necessary to be as safe as possible. I really enjoy taking in your videos. Very safety minded. THANKS.
Hey Ken , you covered pretty much every pcs of gear but you missed out on the importance of a neoprene hat.... Soooooo important in those conditions. I think you should of been wearing one or at lease mention it .The cold water "shock" is for everyone....even the most experience! Great video and awesome location! Stay safe!
Good point. I could have talked about my decision not to wear one on this day, because it is a great piece of gear for the cold.
I paddle alone almost exlusively except in new or big whitewater. Solo flatwater or mild whitewater is the reason I got into kayaking in the first place. Staying vigilant on the river can also be easier done alone. I found other people don't necessarily make paddling any safer, personal responsibility does.
55 year old newbie. Got a touring 14 ft to paddle on fairly quiet lakes in adirondacks. I have learned a lot from you. Thank you.
Ken! Seeing your videos made me get a kayak and I got myself Pelican Mustang 100X and went to my nearby lake and just paddled alone and loved the tranquility feeling you get being alone there and just enjoying Hans Zimmer music. Thank you so much for inspiring me to find the ultimate peace of mind I had been searching for so long.
That's awesome to hear! Thanks for sharing, and happy paddling!
I always enjoy your videos and have learned a lot from them. Paddling alone...I decided to go out one, gusty, windy day, by myself on a large reservoir in the Sierra, near Truckee, CA. I was in 85 feet of water and was practicing edging my FeelFree Aventura 125. It was my second time out in this kayak and I was using a half skirt. While edging it I just happened to roll it over; I was 65 years old, but in pretty fair condition. I always wear my PFD and I've watched many a video on self rescue, but I did not have any self rescue equipment such as a paddle float or a bilge pump.. I was able to flip my kayak back over, but I had neglected to latch the front hatch and it was full of water. After many attempts at trying to empty the water out, I decided to tow it to a nearby island, about 40-50 yards away into the wind, where I could stand up and dump the water out. There were 4 people on a boat nearby that watched my struggle and came over to offer their help. They pulled my boat up onto their boat and dumped the water out, insisting I stay and rest for a while. After about 10 minutes they left me at the little island, I got into my boat and paddled back to the boat ramp where I started. When I got home that evening, I ordered a bilge pump, paddle float and a bilge sponge. Preparation really is a must to avoid getting into trouble, especially if you are alone.
Wow. That sounds like an exhausting but valuable lesson! Thanks for sharing.
That could have ended many times worse! Preparation and training is so important! Glad you survived the challenge! I am 61 this February, started kayaking this past summer and have yet to practice rolling and reentering my kayak. I think I will do that before venturing out solo again!!
@@barrymeeks3339 Evidently I'm a slow learner...went for a solo bicycle ride, it's just a bicycle ride, right? That was a couple of weeks ago and I crashed my bike! I had gotten off of the concrete path to avoid a pedestrian. There was an asphalt path about 30 yards away paralleling the concrete path. I rode on it for a while, riding at a pretty good clip. I got well passed the pedestrian and decided to cross back over to the concrete path. I picked a clear spot and rode diagonally across to the concrete path; what I wasn't prepared for was that the concrete was 4-6" higher than the dirt I was on! I went down hard as soon as my front wheel hit the concrete edge...possible concussion, road rash on my elbow and knee. I woke up in the middle of the night with really severe hip pain, which made me wonder if I had broken it. I will ride alone again, but I won't do what I did before! I'm not one to not do things just because I have nobody to do them with, but being prepared is a wise idea if I'm going to be alone. Stay safe.
That looked like so much fun! I wish to paddle it sometime. 🌊
I am a older woman that just got into paddling and absolutely love it . Thank you for all the advice. I will just take the easiest trips and always with someone 😌
Great to hear! Glad I could help!
I'd love to see more of this type of videos. Great work!
Thanks, will do!
Loved the video format, always brightens my day to see paddling on water like that. I have the same issue re mitts etc. and often take warm gloves to put on after paddling without though I still don't paddle when it gets to freezing. Agree with the sentiments about paddling alone but if the waters a grade or so below what you would do with a group sometimes you do or you just wouldn't paddle. As an ex instructor I reckon if you would happily be responsible to teach others on that water then you can happily paddle it alone. At may age I now only paddle alone on flat water, but even flat moving water has its risks from downed trees etc.
You're a smart guy sharing great advice. Cheers
Awesome! 👍
Good advice, Ken. I flipped my canoe on Georgian Bay last year and would still be there if it weren't for a nice paddle boarder who helped me get the water out of it. Cheers. 🙂👍🛶
Yikes! That's a big body of water, isn't it. Amazing place, but it can get rough quick out there.
I love that area. Endless paddling possibilities and few people. But a navigation nightmare :)
Beautiful trip, thanks for sharing!!!!
You bet!
I only paddle flat water and only one river alone but I guide on it all year long, Any new rivers or places I always find someone to paddle with and I always leave information on where I'm going and when I'm expecting to be back. Great video on the topic and good information on as usual on gear and safety.
Thanks Chris. Much appreciated!
Thanks for a great video. I have paddled for many years, most of the time solo. If I do not go solo then I would miss out on the many wonderful experiences I have had kayaking (no one to paddle with) I do however risk assess every trip and limit the risk as much as I can. I have found though, recently I started to paddle with someone and this opens up the possibility to push the boundaries and test my skills to a greater degree. I do however fully agree with your video. Many thanks
That's a great point... it's a lot easier to push things and explore more when you're paddling with someone!
Great video thanks
Thanks for sharing 👍
Great, honest video. I paddle alone on the sea, but only if conditions are good and in familiar waters. I wouldn't tackle white water because I don't have those skills. I've given up on drysuits because they don't last. I wear a Tuiliq with wetsuit underneath, not great if I do a wet exit but I almost never need to. As you say assess & manage the risks.
Thanks David, and thanks for sharing!
Ken,
Throughly enjoy all your vids! You really seem to cover the sport of paddling well for novices, like myself and the seasoned bunch! I'm a desert dweller here in Arizona and when I watch your videos filmed in the gorgeous Canadian countryside I envy every bit of it!! Our water and rivers are like sewage comparatively speaking......doesn't stop us from paddling them but it really makes me want to plan some adventures to the great white north some day.....maybe not in the dead of winter though? Keep up the great work Ken!
Thanks Barry! We are spoiled with our waterways up here... but what an incredible backyard you have as well! I love it down there.
Another great video Ken! Cold weather paddling is actually a subject that I was planning as well for my channel. My cold is different than your cold down here in Texas though. Safe adventuring!
Thanks Cliff! I dream of your cold weather. :) That being said, I've had some pretty cold days paddling in Texas. I remember freezing my butt off on Lake Fork a few times in particular!
The Stars at night are big and bright 👏👏👏👏
@@PaddleTV Oh yes! You are correct Ken. It can get really cold down here. It usually only lasts for a couple days and then we’re back into the 50s and 60s. I’m one of those Fairweather paddlers. Have a great week!
I appreciate your concern but I have a 2 mile stretch around an island preserve that's 4ft deep at it lowest point and is sub 300ft across at its widest point. It's calm water as well. I can nearly fall asleep paddling alone and be okay, like u said its about smart choices. Paddling alone is no different that doing anything alone. Go with caution and just have fun
Great tips. Thanks a lot.
My pleasure!
Thanks the good advice, Ken. I wish I had paddle buddies, I keep trying but I seem to almost always be on my own. I’m finishing my third season of sea kayaking, mostly smaller lakes but I do enjoy getting out into early December (wetsuit) and in warm conditions onto Georgian Bay whenever I can. In both cases, cold water and big water far from shore, when I’m alone I ONLY go when conditions are
Ahhh Georgian Bay! Love that place... but it sure can get nasty out there in a hurry, can't it?
@@PaddleTV omg, my best/most exciting kayaking times and also most concentrated learning have been on Georgian Bay, but ohhh yes, GBay can fool the forecasters and quickly change. I love it but I find I am constantly giving myself the ‘you’re good, you can do this, calm down’ chatter 🙂
Lovely paddle. Eager try the Ottawa someday.
Great timing Ken. Since I live just a couple of hours away your advice is even more pertinent regarding the temperature (water and air).
Bought a sit on top for stability, a dry suit and neoprene hood in case I take a swim and will look into the Level 6 mitts and NRS boots to complete the kit.
Looking forward to some calm flat water kayaking between the islands in my area this winter. I'll be going solo but will make sure to stay close to shore and let someone know my itinerary with regular check ins.
Baileys and hot water.... brilliant idea! I don't have Baileys but do have Coureur de Bois Maple Cream... a very worthy substitute.
Thanks again!
I wish I had the same option here on the Ottawa! The ice has appeared, and paddling is done for the next few months. Enjoy!
@@PaddleTV Thanks!
Well, here's to hoping for a mild winter then.
Keep well!
Great video with excellent inputs. I would love to have the skills to feel comfortable for winter paddling. Like many of your viewers it's hard to find a paddling buddy when you want to get out on the water. If I go solo I stick to very calm or flat water.
Makes sense to me! I totally agree that it doesn't make sense to forego the enjoyment and experience you get from paddling, because you can't always find someone to paddle.... you just need to minimize your risks by sticking to paddling locations that are well within your comfort zone, and dress to accommodate the worst case scenario - a flip and swim to shore.
Nothing quite like a solo paddle!
So I’ve ran that section before, not that we wanted too! But we ran the Ottawa missed the take out! Fun times it’s long enough with out putting on another few miles! Long day even longer walk back to the take out
Man... that would be a long day with the walk back!
Wow so beautiful.
Thank you! Cheers!
Hi Ken, Thanks for another excellent video - that looked like a lot of fun! Presumably the risks involved in paddling alone are more acceptable in warmer weather? I'm always on small lakes and would always stay close to shore if I paddle alone. Sometimes tricky to find a partner...
Exactly Mark. Paddling alone in warm weather/water removes a major risk factor, but not all of them.
Just to confirm what you hope for: Yes, I do like this self recorded "live" video a lot! Really enjoyed it.
Thanks Kayasper!
The risks of paddling alone does nag at me at times. Being a lifelong swimmer I get that trouble can happen to anyone, the water demands constant respect, caution and preparation/risk management. There are times I do not feel smart paddling solo.
Ha! I totally agree. This was a weird video to shoot for the reason. While some people believe paddling alone should be a hard no, I obviously don't think that way... But, there are a lot of 'buts' to consider.
Ken i have been padding as long as you have & i go alone most of the time because no one whants to go and if you weight for someone elis you wont ever go
I love Baileys I drink it every day!
:)
Hello Ken. Is it possible to share where you did your put-in / out on the river. Where is that magical spot? Keep up the good work. You rock!
Happy to share. I put-in at the regular OWL paddler put-in, and I took out at at a public boat ramp that is located just downstream of the OWL base.
Great video…what is the boat model ?
I prefer to not kayak solo, but have done it many times. I do only go solo on runs that I'm very familiar with.
Hey Ken! Great video as always! Looking to buy a Aqua Bound tango during their cosmetic second sale. Do you get credit from Aqua Bound somehow? Is there a discount code. Hoping for a reply over the weekend as the sale will end Monday. Thanks again for the videos!
Great video and a lot of great points about the risks of solo paddling.
Question: How would you compare the P&H Virgo to the Dagger Stratos 14.5?
Love both, and they are quite similar. The difference is that the Virgo is a little higher performance -it's more maneuverable and carves better. The outfitting is a little more solid as well, which only really matters in rough conditions. For example, the thigh braces on the Stratos are very flexible, whereas the thigh braces on the Virgo are rock solid. Hope that helps!
@@PaddleTV that's really helpful feedback. Thanks.
@@PaddleTV That made me think. When I did slaloms we had rock solid thigh braces and seats packed out with very hard stuff. (It was late 70s early 80s) Then later started to appreciate a little bit of give when doing long days and teaching. I have seen people add softer padding to the thigh braces. Now I can't actually make my mind up if hard and immovable (discounting the adjustment) is better than having a certain amount of give. I guess you can always pad out a rock solid one but you cant fix one that is too wobbly.
Paddle alone is totally fine as long as you know yourself, know how you react in different situations and have all the safety.
I used to kitesurf alone.
I agree as a general rule paddling on your own is not a good choice. Skill and knowledge of the water you are paddling on are factors. This is true on all waterways, flat, open, white.
I would suggest that your joke about hot water and Bayley can give people the suggestion that mixing alcohol and paddling isn't a bad idea.
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I tend to paddle alone, but keep to flat water and close to civilisation. Having said that, speaking from experience, don't get in the water to cool off unless you're 100% certain what's in there, or you might end up with a massive laceration down your leg from an oyster, requiring you to make an emergency services phone call and wait for the ambo's to get to you (though they did thank me for the nice boat trip they got to have).
OOuuucchhh!
Had to chime in agin I might be thinking of the other Kevin but weren’t u one of the first guys to hit South Africa rivers? I’m pretty sure u were guys we’re just about on your own there too! Like I said it might have been your friend Kevin great video!! Man we’re so not young anymore
Ha! You're right. My buddy Kevin was in Africa with a few other friends of mine. I wasn't there though, as I was in New Zealand to train (that's where the World Championships were held that year). I met those guys there in New Zealand right after their Africa trip. Part of me wishes I went with them, although NZ was amazing too.
the new level six mitts look good
the problem with that fuzzy rubber under a drysuit is you kill the breathability
the dang problem with not having to roll so much is you start forgetting how! have to have practice sessions again
Ha! Well... if I forget how to roll because I don't have to roll, then it won't matter that I've forgotten, right??? :)
Great video ! 7:29 - How did you film that ?! Did you get out before the rapids to set up the go pro ?
Exactly. I had a little tripod for the GoPro, which I ran down and setup before running it.
@@PaddleTV the joys of filming solo adventures 🙂. Thanks for all your videos. I really enjoy watching them.
paddle alone - best way to paddle (I'm flat water, long distance paddler)
So what do you do if you are new to kayaking and literally have no one to paddle with? I Also have an odd schedule and live out in the sticks. Should I just not paddle, but maybe 5-10 times a year or paddle at my leisure solo? Safety wise, I should only paddle 5-10 times a year...though if I ever want to get out there and practice or get better I'd have to paddle solo.
Hey Ken, what is the mount you use for your camera on the front of your kayak? How is it attached and how secure is it?
Hi Wayne. For this video, I simply used a sticky GoPro mount on the kayak. It worked because I chose a spot on the kayak that was flat and smooth, so the mount stuck very well. That being said, I didn't trust it, and so I used a tiny rope as a leash that was attached to the deck lines of the kayak. That way, if the mount failed, I wouldn't lose the camera.
What is your impression regarding size now? You had concerns about a larger paddler in the first review. As a 6'2" paddler interested in some overnight trips would you recommend the mv or hv?
Being 6'2" myself, I can tell you that I enjoyed the 'smaller fit' when paddling in the whitewater, as it made the kayak more nimble, but for the second half of the trip (mostly flatwater) I started getting pretty uncomfortable in the kayak, purely because it was small and I didn't have room to move my legs around. I would definitely get an HV myself.
Nice Video and Nature. Greetings ronactive
Thank you! Cheers!
Hi, I see I'm not the only one interested in the comparison of the Virgo and the Dagger Stratos 14.5l (which I own). What are your thoughts? Great vid thanks
Hi Mark. It's a popular comparison! I don't know if you saw my reply, but in a nut shell, I really like both the Stratos and the Virgo. The Virgo costs about 50% more, and for the extra money, you get a kayak that is a little higher performance, and the outfitting and build quality is slightly higher. More specifically, performance wise, the Virgo carves a little better and turns more quickly. Examples of the outfitting/build quality include things like the thigh hooks on the Virgo are super stiff, while the Stratos are very flexible. This isn't a big deal except in rough conditions where the stiffness is a perk. Honestly though... both are super solid and fun boats in my opinion.
@@PaddleTV Thanks Ken, hadn't seen your reply. I get the feeling the build quality of P&H is next level. I'm really interested in the Delphin but the Virgo is creeping onto my list!
After 25 years of cold weather paddling in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Canada - I'm done with cold weather paddling. Way too many mornings crawling out of a snow covered tent and boiling water to thaw out my gear. I still go out in the spring and fall, but only if the air temp is at least 65° F and the sun is shinning. The water can be cold, but the air has to be above 65°F. I guess it's because I've been to Costa Rica and Ecuador a few times and got used to warm water kayaking. That said, I live for those rare summer days in the North when the water is up and the air temps are in the 80's. Should you paddle alone - well, that's up to the paddler. I Never paddle alone and I have a "Bomb-Proof roll", but I still swim once in a while because "Shit Happens".
Can you please, please, please review the pakayak?
It's coming in the New Year! :)
Okay, I love you Ken and I love your videos but I ONLY paddle alone. That's kind of the point. I am out, getting away from people, and I don't want anyone with. So...I stay right on shores, go for quite short paddles, and the water is glassy calm. Should I get into any trouble, I'm never more than a twenty minute hike from people, and with all your great advice on gear and dry bags...come on...it's okay. Yes?
Ha! Sorry Jennifer. I didn't mean to make you feel like you're doing something wrong. It sounds like you're being very conservative with where you paddle and how you paddle alone, and so I definitely don't think you should stop doing what you're doing. :) Yes, it's always a little riskier paddling alone, because you don't have the same safety net. But you're mitigating that risk by paddling in sheltered water, close to shore, close to help. I'm a firm believer that if we spend our lives trying to remove all risk from it, then we'll miss out on so many wonderful experiences. All we can do is minimize the risks, and make thoughtful choices, which it sounds like you're doing. Happy paddling!
@@PaddleTV You're very dear! My kids will be greatly relieved as they worry. But I try to tell them...I'm being careful. But, I will be EXTRA careful and get some tips/training come summer. Love your videos.
I would like to paddle with others but don't have friends interested in kayaking.
im in the same boat/kayak.....I have met some new friends on different facebook/instagram groups in my area. Taking classes in your area can also introduce you to other like minded people. You have to step out of your comfort zone a bit to meet new people but there are usually really great people that enjoy this sport who are looking to grow their network of paddlers also. Cheers
@@barrymeeks3339 thanks for the tip
WOW. Do what I say, not what I do. Really??? Unbelievably bad message. And you're not even dressed for immersion.
Ha! I guess we can both agree to disagree on that.