The historical footage gives you a view of whitewater kayaking in the early 80's. The first descent was in the 70's by Chris Spelius and Ken Lagergren. This resulted in the arrest of Ken and the escape of Chris. For a complete pod cast of the first descent see exchile.com
The Twist and Slice roll is an interesting way to describe the sweep or screw roll. This must see video emphasizes the principles that make this roll effortless.
The C to C kayak roll is commonly known as the hip snap or hip flick roll. This sequence will help you understand which roll you are doing and define the movement that is required to get the most our of the popular roll.
The Back Deck Rodeo roll used in play and siatuations is often misunderstood. Smooth, quick and safe you should take a look at this video to see how it is done. A slight variation to this roll allows the face to stay dry during the roll.
This gives the experienced kayaker food for thought. A must see for the beginner. Though these rolls are completely different note the common threads when they are properly done.
Fly Fishing lodge in the most spectacular setting that you can imagine. Even for Patagonia this view is hard to believe. A private island where the Futaleufu river flows into Lago Yelcho with mountain like fijord jutting upward makes you happy just to be here.
If you suspect that you are doing a combination of the rolls you have viewed in this series, you need to see this. See which hybreds work and which do not.
Two weeks of the best rivers in Chile and Argentina in the Circuit through Patagonia. Rivers San Pedro, Upper Fuy, Lower Fuy, Manso, Espolon, Azul, Lower Futaleufu and Upper Futaleufu.
Mike Hipsher head guide emeritus of Expediciones Chile shows his toughness. NO swim he hung on and rolled up. He guided his guests through on the clean line a few moments later.
