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Paddling, movement, mindset, and board feel from an older line of waterman writing that still holds up in the water.
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Dave Kalama Stroke Principles
A short video note on paddle rhythm, front-end length, and the quiet details that make a stroke feel smooth.
Length 2:45
Topic Paddle technique
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Summary
The clip works best as a reminder that a clean stroke starts before the power phase. Reach, calm setup, and timing do more of the work than panic ever does.
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More surf, more context, and a few good places to stay on the same idea.
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Reach, Dammit, Reach
A technique note centered on front-end extension, cleaner setup, and why length in the stroke begins before the power phase.
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Three Common Mistakes
A technique note on the small errors that quietly drain power and rhythm from the stroke.