I have just started kayakin i had a go at rolling but couldnt do it this has kinda put me off a bit?

Question

as i found it a rather unpleasant experience rather like drowning lol. i m going to keep doing it as it look like a cool thing to get into once you have mastered it, if anyone reading this can roll would you consider it a diffcult thing to lean /

Answer 1

Yes it can be tricky,

but the scary thing is that when you can you will wonder why you couldn't before.

aids that can help are swimming goggles and a nose clip as these can reduce the washing machine feeling.

and aide other learning techniques.

good luck

Answer 2

ive yet to try this and i was a bit worried. i dont mind being underwater but i dont like water up my nose.i noticed at bala  north wales , white water kayakers used nose clips. i use one for swimming and it makes a big difference. i dont get that drowning sensation with a nose clip.it is essential for kayakers to learn rolling because you can never be a confident paddler if you are scared of capsizing.. joining a club is the best  and safest way to learn

Answer 3

It took me a little practice too, but it was worthwhile because I had more faith to kayak some difficult white water

Answer 4

If you don't like rolling, you can always buy some ready-rolled kayaks