
Should All Paddlers Learn the Kayak Roll?
Jan 17, 2026
For many, the roll is the 'Holy Grail' of paddling – but should all paddlers learn the kayak roll? While we're not actively showing you how to do the roll in this video, we're breaking down all the pros and cons to help you decide whether or not it's a skill you should learn.
Want to learn how to roll? Watch this tutorial. It's an oldie, but it's still a good one: https://youtu.be/v-riOC8poAs
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