Getting On the Wave (without struggling) • Approach from the eddy pool adjacent to the surf wave.
• Enter by paddling into the trough that feeds the surf wave.
• Your speed should match the current so you nei- ther climb upstream past the wave, nor drift down- stream away from the wave.
Accelerating (to help stay on the wave) • When near the wave crest, straighten your boat and point the bow down to the trough.
• Lean forward slightly and use a rudder for direc- tional control.
• Lower your T-grip hand and place your paddle shaft against the gunwhale.
Slowing Down (to keep the bow dry) • If you’re heading low into the trough straighten your canoe.
• Slow the boat by leaning back. This pushes the stern deeper into the wave crest and decreases downward trim of the hull.
• Push your blade forward using the non-power face as if to do a reverse stroke.
Shredding (control side to side movement) • Position your canoe between the crest and trough • Lift your bow so that it is free to turn. • Use a rudder and push or pull the T-grip to turn left or right, much like a stern pry or draw.
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