The Wild Ride
Article and Images by Olly Sanders

Surfing Sea Kayaks.. Whether you are in a following sea, a tidal race or if you are attempting to land on a beach in a swell, you must be able to surf your sea kayak effectively and efficiently. Surfing is a skill I teach students early since it can also be a safety issue. All of the above circumstances require an effective stern rudder to keep the bow on track. Effective forward strokes must also be delivered at the appropriate time. However, there are slight differences in technique according to need, so let's take a closer look at some of those...