As a longtime flatwater canoeing instructor, I teach a slight variation to Kevin's J-stroke. As the paddle acts as a lever to push water sideways (to pivot the canoe), efficiency is important. Therefore, the blade needs to stay vertical. To do so, keep the 'grip' hand over the gunnel when turning the wrist (don't let it 'drop' into the boat), then push out with the 'shaft' hand. In that way, you're not 'lifting' water as Kevin seems to be doing.
New to your channel. I Was looking for ways to put my canoe on my minivan alone when I came across your video. I am so glad I did cause I am loving your videos. They are educational, super adorable family fun in nature and they're funny. You guys are an awesome family! Thanks for sharing your lives with us.
Nice I’m-pretty new to canoeing I bought a used 13.5 foot old-town for 200.00 great shape. I can’t wait to try the Canadian stroke aye. Thanks for awesome training videos. You have a new subscriber safe paddling!
When I was growing up, we used to camp at Vanderwater Conservation area, in Tweed every summer. The fishing and canoeing was so good. Unfortunately, they closed the campground about 20 years ago, but Tweed still holds a dear place in my heart.
So why would you do any stroke that slows down the canoe and makes it wobble left and right? Why not pick the angle of entrance into the water that keeps the boat straight and have a complete power stroke without any slowdown at the end. With enough of angle you can turn the boat left or right without changing sides or slowing the boat at the end of your stroke.
After being a canoeing instructor for 25 years I don’t recommend using the gunnel you were out the gunwalls and you were out your paddle your equipment doesn’t last long if you don’t take care of it But you’re right it is a wonderful paddle through that area I am partial to the Mag
Sorry. I disagree, especially while on a long canoe trip. If you don't use the gunnel after days of paddling, you won't be able to move your arms/wrists. You can place leather around the paddle shaft to reduce damage.
N Moran, I have to agree with you. Banging paddle on gunnel is definitely a big no no. The canoeist will also miss seeing much wildlife at water's with all that noise...ugh
Well Mr. happy camper I have yet to run out of gas in my arms and wrists and I often do 7 to 14 day trips so if your arms are getting tired you’re not prepared for the trip you’re on If all you do is leisurely paddle’s after dinner in your arms aren’t going to be condition for a trip so a leisurely paddle after dinner shouldn’t wind up with sore arms and if you have to protect your paddle because of poor technique oh it’s your paddle
Hi Just found your site! I am just up the road from you in havelock. My friend and I live to canoe so we might see you . We live just 5 min from the Crowe river . Thank You for your vids. You can contact if you like. I also have a very good friend that lives in Tweed- Mr. Len Bryan.
When I had a canoe, I tried the j stroke it worked pretty good. I don't have a canoe right now. Thinking of building a skin on frame. I'm hoping I can get it lite enough to portage with.
Is Tweed close to Stirling/Belleville at all? My sister-in-law and her family live there. Next time we're down, I should share a wee dram with you. Life goals- being on a banner, in a canoe. 👍
Nice video, as a Canadian I can attest to the fact that we don’t call it the ‘J’ stroke because that’s reserved for when we’re smokin a ‘J’ on the water…😌
just saying in my rivers with currant the J stroke I believe is better open water calm still waters the Canadian stroke would rule. what I'm saying any time the blades in the water it is either pushing water or creating drag .knifing fwd is drag ,even if only slight
I looked in Omer's little book "The Canoeist's Manual" and there is no mention of a separate stroke, but his description in the text on the J stroke is much as the "Canadian" shown here. I believe Omer is known for making the solo style of leaning the canoe popular. Then there is the head stand in the canoe.
That is not exactly a Canadian stroke, there is a lot less arm movement and gentle rocking motion for and aft so as to save arm strength and use the larger muscle groups to propel thier heavily laden canoes , The voyageurs, metis ,ojibway etc used this stroke to cover long distances. This was taught to me by Ray K-Omer S and A Mcknight back in mid 70s.
I didn't know the name of that Canadian stroke, but the few times I've paddled a canoe I just found myself doing that. Maybe it's just 'cuz I'm Canadian .
As a longtime flatwater canoeing instructor, I teach a slight variation to Kevin's J-stroke. As the paddle acts as a lever to push water sideways (to pivot the canoe), efficiency is important. Therefore, the blade needs to stay vertical. To do so, keep the 'grip' hand over the gunnel when turning the wrist (don't let it 'drop' into the boat), then push out with the 'shaft' hand. In that way, you're not 'lifting' water as Kevin seems to be doing.
you guys seem like really nice people :)
Up river from the highway rest area on 7 is a lovely trip as well
Paddles make a difference . Thanks for sharing
New to your channel. I Was looking for ways to put my canoe on my minivan alone when I came across your video. I am so glad I did cause I am loving your videos. They are educational, super adorable family fun in nature and they're funny. You guys are an awesome family! Thanks for sharing your lives with us.
Nice I’m-pretty new to canoeing I bought a used 13.5 foot old-town for 200.00 great shape. I can’t wait to try the Canadian stroke aye. Thanks for awesome training videos. You have a new subscriber safe paddling!
the Canadian Stroke is very relaxing , especially on a long trip,Give the paddler time to enjoy the view. :)
Kevin, thanks for the very clear information. I was trying out the Canadian stroke today and said "eh" each time as you suggested.
unfortunately , that is only half of the Canadian Stroke.
This video is so stinkin' cute! Good job, man!
When I was growing up, we used to camp at Vanderwater Conservation area, in Tweed every summer. The fishing and canoeing was so good. Unfortunately, they closed the campground about 20 years ago, but Tweed still holds a dear place in my heart.
I just did 17.5-18 miles of J stroke paddling a 14 footer solo on the Tippecanoe River in northern Indiana last month. Was a great time...
Another great Family outing, Keep 'em 'comin Kev. ATB Terry
Love the video opening. A good team you have.
Great video thank you learned something and laughed - have a nice time with your family
Impressing your own wife and daughter - thats an accomplishment. They can be your toughest audience.
So why would you do any stroke that slows down the canoe and makes it wobble left and right? Why not pick the angle of entrance into the water that keeps the boat straight and have a complete power stroke without any slowdown at the end. With enough of angle you can turn the boat left or right without changing sides or slowing the boat at the end of your stroke.
I just use kayak paddle. Way faster when solo.
I must agree the Skootamatta and Moira are great run-off rivers. I remember some fairly impressive falls on the Skoot.
I know Tweed! Pass it every weekend :-)
After being a canoeing instructor for 25 years I don’t recommend using the gunnel you were out the gunwalls and you were out your paddle your equipment doesn’t last long if you don’t take care of it
But you’re right it is a wonderful paddle through that area
I am partial to the Mag
Sorry. I disagree, especially while on a long canoe trip. If you don't use the gunnel after days of paddling, you won't be able to move your arms/wrists. You can place leather around the paddle shaft to reduce damage.
N Moran, I have to agree with you. Banging paddle on gunnel is definitely a big no no. The canoeist will also miss seeing much wildlife at water's with all that noise...ugh
Well Mr. happy camper I have yet to run out of gas in my arms and wrists and I often do 7 to 14 day trips so if your arms are getting tired you’re not prepared for the trip you’re on
If all you do is leisurely paddle’s after dinner in your arms aren’t going to be condition for a trip so a leisurely paddle after dinner shouldn’t wind up with sore arms and if you have to protect your paddle because of poor technique oh it’s your paddle
@@suekaakee1356 That is not a "canadian stroke' as you know. Sad how much knowledge has been lost or misrepresented.
@@nmoran2046 But leisurely paddles after dinner also won't wear out gunnels or paddles like you suggest...
I like the very similar pitch stroke or rolling pitch stroke, it is slightly more efficient.
Hi Just found your site! I am just up the road from you in havelock. My friend and I live to canoe so we might see you . We live just 5 min from the Crowe river . Thank You for your vids. You can contact if you like. I also have a very good friend that lives in Tweed- Mr. Len Bryan.
Hi my friend!
Fantastic :) Thx
Atb
Cadu
Just bought a canoe today. Love your videos, can't wait to get on the lake and try the j stroke, and the canadian stroke ..eh? :D :D
J Punterminse
like the Canadian..eh..
Lol
When I had a canoe, I tried the j stroke it worked pretty good.
I don't have a canoe right now.
Thinking of building a skin on frame.
I'm hoping I can get it lite enough to portage with.
Kevin would you consider talking about the differences and uses between the otter tail,Beaver tail and other paddle shapes?
That would be a good topic. I'll give it a shot next time I'm out.
I made a paddle. It looks like a rat tail.
Excellent video.
Like the badger water color paddles.
The goon stroke is more efficient and leaves less drag during extraction. You need to think it through.
nope
Is Tweed close to Stirling/Belleville at all? My sister-in-law and her family live there. Next time we're down, I should share a wee dram with you. Life goals- being on a banner, in a canoe. 👍
Thank you for explaining the Canadian stroke to me, eh :-)
Excellent ! Thanks
Nice video A
Didn't know about the Canadian Stroke!
Nice video, as a Canadian I can attest to the fact that we don’t call it the ‘J’ stroke because that’s reserved for when we’re smokin a ‘J’ on the water…😌
just saying in my rivers with currant the J stroke I believe is better open water calm still waters the Canadian stroke would rule. what I'm saying any time the blades in the water it is either pushing water or creating drag .knifing fwd is drag ,even if only slight
Thank You
Great vid Kev, Thx!!
Great video , thanks . I have heard that the Canadian Stroke is also known as the Omer Stroke , named after Omer Stringer .
I think so too.
I looked in Omer's little book "The Canoeist's Manual" and there is no mention of a separate stroke, but his description in the text on the J stroke is much as the "Canadian" shown here.
I believe Omer is known for making the solo style of leaning the canoe popular. Then there is the head stand in the canoe.
That is not exactly a Canadian stroke, there is a lot less arm movement and gentle rocking motion for and aft so as to save arm strength and use the larger muscle groups to propel thier heavily laden canoes , The voyageurs, metis ,ojibway etc used this stroke to cover long distances. This was taught to me by Ray K-Omer S and A Mcknight back in mid 70s.
I think I want a canoe now.
"Wanted poster" Haha
Cool! Tnx!
Thank you!!!
Thanks for demonstrating the "J" stroke and the "Canadian" eh.
its weird because its not a 360 video but i could almost see the eyeroll at the other end of the camera lol great video
I didn't know the name of that Canadian stroke, but the few times I've paddled a canoe I just found myself doing that. Maybe it's just 'cuz I'm Canadian .
Very nice! Thx!
nice, ever so nice
High Falls is where I videoed my Canoe Flip Challenge.
I wish I had seen this years ago
I was taught the “canadian stroke” as the Indian stroke. And you don’t need to take the paddle out of the water at all
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2:19 contact the gunwale every time? How long before your bowman is annoyed with all the clacking, disturbing the peace
K stroke, not J stroke
Did they have your permission to use your picture on the banner ? 1 000 000 bucks easy man . I would sue .
What do you think of Trudeau, eh?
J-eh stroke.
"A" ;)
Good shit nigga
Did not see any difference between J and G