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Kayaking and Canoeing Basics
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Bracing
A stabilizing stroke where the paddle is used flat on the water surface to prevent capsizing.
Hull
The shape of the bottom of the canoe or kayak that determines stability and speed.
Forward Stroke
The most basic kayak or canoe stroke used to propel the boat forward.
Bow
The front end of a canoe or kayak; it cuts through water as the craft moves.
Rocker
The curvature of the kayak's or canoe's hull from bow to stern; affects maneuverability.
Wet Exit
A safety technique used to exit a capsized kayak.
Chine
The part of a kayak or canoe where the bottom meets the side; affects the boat's stability and how it handles in water.
J Stroke
A canoeing stroke used to maintain a straight path, it ends with a slight pry motion.
Sweep Stroke
A broad canoe or kayak stroke for turning the boat; the paddle moves in a wide arc.
Keel
A ridge running along the bottom of a canoe or kayak that adds stability and helps with tracking.
Stern
The back end of a canoe or kayak; it affects the navigation and the wake.
Eskimo Roll
A technique used to right an overturned kayak without exiting the craft.
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