I'm new to OC1 and expect to huli often.
What's the best way to flip the canoe back over and get back on while holding on to your paddle and not losing it?
Thanks for your help guys!
Submitted by ai_kea on Tue, 08/14/2007 - 3:46am
I'm new to OC1 and expect to huli often.
What's the best way to flip the canoe back over and get back on while holding on to your paddle and not losing it?
Thanks for your help guys!
Submitted by ai_kea on Tue, 08/14/2007 - 3:46am
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Ai Kea, I am an expert at huli in my OC-1, first of all don't loose grip of your paddle, espically in a surf zone. IT can make for a long two arm recovery. After you huli, get on the ama side of your Canoe, drape your arms over the gunnels, slowly pull the canoe toward you. And just like in an OC-6 don't just pull the ama down. Slowly place it on the water, I try to grab my Iko, This is so you don't end up with a burst ama from the pressue. I was told to place my paddle on my butt inside my shorts to keep your hands free, then get on your canoe and go again. You should really practice this if you can in a calm area. I'm sure other guys and gals will tell you of other ways just find out what is comfortable for you.
ALOHA
Paddle with Strength, PONO and ALOHA
#1 Tue, 08/14/2007 - 9:38am
Nalu and I are both registered for the Huli Championships this fall. (See you there Nalu. I've been practicing, so you better bring your "A" game.)
Nalu's advice is good. One other thought: If you are in wind/swell conditions, make sure your canoe is oriented such that the ama is into the wind. It can be a bear to try and pull the ama over with the wind pushing against it. This may seem obvious, but it's tempting to not bother spinning the boat around when rushing and get back on your boat.
#2 Tue, 08/14/2007 - 10:13am
KDKOORS, you might as well hand me the hardware, cuz brah I will win..
Great advice about the wind line.
Paddle with Strength, PONO and ALOHA
#3 Tue, 08/14/2007 - 10:46am
Braddahs Nalu & Koors,
Thanks so much for your advice!
I will definitely keep your tips in mind the next time I'm out and will try them!
I guess practicing huli'ing is a part of OC-1 paddling!
Thanks again guys!
#4 Wed, 08/15/2007 - 3:28am
Two ways to do it:
Either way, do not let go of the paddle; if your canoe has bungee cords, you may be able to put the paddle there while you are getting back on.
Note: for safety, in any water that is not calm with a trivial swim to shore, being leashed to the canoe and having a PFD worn or otherwise attached to you is best. There was an incident in a recent race where someone hulied but his leash broke, letting the canoe with the PFD on it float out of reach.
#5 Wed, 08/15/2007 - 1:45pm
Think of all the fish that are swimming in the ocean and you will make it back unto your canoe in no time. :)
I agree with: don't let go of your paddle. Having to chase a boat and a paddle will be very challenging.
In rough conditions I try to avoid the bigger waves; it is usually more dangerous in the shore break; it helps to get off the boat the moment you feel that you are losing control, just grab the iaku and role over.
#6 Thu, 08/16/2007 - 11:22am