Yesterday I took a short vid showing my paddling technique...Click here..

After a couple of years of just finding what works best for me..I think an almost straight lower arm as you swing through the stroke..and very little bend in the upper arm..as you sort of swing both arms together..Also note my fist in front of my face at the point of most power in the stroke.

I sometimes see guys with bent elbows using more arm than torso to paddle..Often bending over too much..and also when they straighten up and relax only half dip their paddle..and this can develop a bad habbit..IMO.

I'm no expert about this..and I'd love to hear from anyone who is..Am I doing it right..Is there a right and wrong way to paddle?..also I'm sure paddle length will have a big effect on technique.

Also note that this vid is a flat water cruising technique and things change a little when paddling in waves and into a strong wind or in rough water..It's only a fairly new sport and I haven't heard much about correct paddling technique.

DJ