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Should All Paddlers Learn the Kayak Roll?

Jan 17, 2026
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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 SPONSORED BY Aqua-Bound: https://www.aquabound.com/ NRS: https://www.nrs.com/ TRAK Kayaks: https://www.trakkayaks.com/ Other paddling gear I use and recommend: NOTE: These are affiliate links where I'll earn a small commission if you make a purchase at no additional cost to you, but it's a great way to show your support. Thanks! KAYAKS I recommend Sea Eagle 380x: https://bit.ly/37jRbxP Sea Eagle 393rl: https://bit.ly/3mVOXbw Sea Eagle 385ft: https://bit.ly/3eYJ8H2 Tucktec: https://bit.ly/3mQnmcn Pakayak: https://pakayak.com/?uap_ref=ken Decathlon Itiwit: https://bit.ly/3Pk7bk9 Oru Kayak Inlet: https://bit.ly/3vpjxhS