Raft Flipping Basics

Raft Flipping Basics | Ep. 169

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3 жыл бұрын

In episode 169, Zach talks about the basics of flipping rafts. Learn more about our online whitewater rowing course at www.whitewatereducation.com/.
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@TD1150 3 жыл бұрын

I have been guiding rafts for 26 years and this video was a great reminder to me to get out there and practice this very useful skill! Nice job and thank you Zach (and your team) for sharing such excellent content!

@GearGarageTV 3 жыл бұрын

I'm stoked this is motivation for you to practice!

@Liz217biz 3 жыл бұрын

spooky footage of your upside down boat. great shots!

@westernsoutherner1 3 жыл бұрын

I have always thought about using my flip line as a stirrup to put a foot in while getting back into the boat. I have just scrambled in and never done it though. Potential entrapment, but maybe an option in deep water.

@GearGarageTV 3 жыл бұрын

In my opinion that's a little sketchy but if you have no other way to get in the boat it's an option.

@jfo738 3 жыл бұрын

Also, if your swimmers are holding on to the side of the boat make sure they are not on the down river side if the water is relatively shallow. Otherwise there is the risk of getting run over by the boat if you encounter an underwater rock.

@GearGarageTV 3 жыл бұрын

Whether or not swimmers should hold on to the boat is a tricky subject

@BladePressure 3 жыл бұрын

Z- Man, What do you think about using a Magnetron Rocklock (the one designed for belaying) on a rescuer PFD. I raft and kayak. I never don’t like having a non-licking wore gate hanging off my vest. The Rocklock version would also keep the carabiner oriented better.

@GearGarageTV 3 жыл бұрын

I would definitely remove the non locking wire gate and replace it with a locking carabiner. The Rocklock looks pretty cool but I've never used it so can't tell you if it's a good idea or not.

@keekee999booo Жыл бұрын

Hey I am wondering as a kayaker what is the best way to help with a rescue of a flipped gear boat? Both in the people rescueing aspect and getting the boat upright again. Thanks!

@GearGarageTV Жыл бұрын

It depends on the situation. You can always provide a downstream rescue net and assist swimmers. You can also paddle to the raft, get on the upside down raft from your kayak, and flip the raft back over.

@jacoblhwilson 3 жыл бұрын

Only thing I'd add is to be aware of the bottom of the river/shallow rocks

@GearGarageTV 3 жыл бұрын

Yes absolutely!

@halldorvagn 3 жыл бұрын

Strange how boats have gotten higher by the years making them more difficult to climb on top of..... even the older ones.

@GearGarageTV 3 жыл бұрын

We'll try and a get a theoretical physicist on the show to explain that phenomenon

@TheBullwheelSlam 3 жыл бұрын

@@GearGarageTV I think the explanation might best come from a geriatric physiologist.

@caseykinnamon1040 3 жыл бұрын

Can you post a link to the flip line you have in the video?

@GearGarageTV 3 жыл бұрын

Here's a link to all the rescue/safety gear I link including this flip line: amzn.to/2IF09rx

@caseykinnamon1040 3 жыл бұрын

@@GearGarageTV Much appreciated!

@martinorlik 3 жыл бұрын

Everyone should find out what it takes to get on top of their upside down boat before they have to. Practice, practice, practice. Every boat is different.

@GearGarageTV 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely

@dgrfsthrgsergwrtghasefq 3 жыл бұрын

Thumbs down for using a big loop to flip a boat with.

@GearGarageTV 3 жыл бұрын

It's a risk-reward decision to make. It's easier to flip a boat with a loop since you don't have to worry about grip strength and can lean back further. Every situation is different but I choose to have loop so I can flip bigger boats quickly and am willing to take the potential risk of getting caught in the loop.