Clywedog 20/12/2014

[Ricki]

As Tim says, a brief session/reflection session would be beneficial. I certainly think this would be hugely beneficial before drawing conclusions of whether there are mistakes, where the mistakes are and where the lessons are to be learned.

I personally think video footage is good for reflection of mistakes and issues, but in a closed forum area where people can discuss privately, essentially away from social websites and YouTube. I think it was Tim or Chucky who originally mentioned a video night for this type of reflection, and I think that’s a good idea.

The aim towards perfection in a amateur club is always going to be very low, so the risk is obviously higher. However, as Tim has previously said, a good roll is essential on higher grades. This sometimes fails of course, as it did with my own situation last week on the Dulas being stuck in a hole with an uphill towback. However, i reflect back an know I attempted around three rolls before bailing. I would of gone for a fourth, but my boat was staying put. My own lessons learned is try to reach for the undercurrent upside down with my paddle in the deep water…..but not sure whether this would even be successful.

[Chucky]

might it be worth in light of Tim’s comments having a filter thru the names on the facebook and tie the restrictions down so only club members are on the page.

allowing a place to show videos for feedback and discussion by club members only.
Thoughts?

[Tim]

Ive been watching paddling on youtube for 8 years now and have seen some hilarious and dangerous videos posted by clubs all over the country. After heavy rain search kayaking and look for videos posted In the last 24 hours. I saved the videos and would then try to view again at some point in the future. Most of them have been removed. We put stuff up and then think twice about it. No big deal. One thing i do like to see on our vids is a throw line being used early when someone is out of their boat.

• This reply was modified 9 years, 11 months ago by Tim.

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