Getting back into a kayak “aka” self rescue kayak technique, after falling in or tipping over, it can be a pain in the rear if you’re out deep. There’s definitely more than one way to do it, but we recently stumbled across this video that presents a couple effective techniques.
Getting Turtled is something that is probably going to happen to everybody at some point. It comes down to risk management. In other circles
ATGATT: All the gear, all the time
is the saying.
You can’t plan accidents, they just happen. What you can do is be prepared for one, and have the right safety gear, and test your safety skills.
- VHF Radio
- Whistle
- Signal Mirror
- PFD
- Pump
- Ditch Bag
During the summer months, we’d highly recommend going out and practicing this at least a few times. You don’t want to waste time figuring it out in freezing temps, when each minute counts…
How to Self Rescue in Deep Water
(Thanks to Spencer Jones @ trailinghookjournal.com for the video!)
I carry a Rescue Stirrup exactly for this situation. Its a continuous loop sling that you use as a step.
And please be careful, carry the required safety equipment.