Sep 25 2011
5 Reasons to Kayak in Mexico this Winter!
Every photo below is a reason to get down and enjoy the beauty of Mexico.
Kayak Huasteca is operating for the 6th season this year. We want to extend a huge Thanks and invitation to all our Friends and Sponsors.
Minas Viejas
Immersion Research, Shred Ready, Spokiz, CKS and Emotion Kayaks are all helping us explore and paddle the Turquoise waters of Mexico.
Banana rapid. Rafting first D
The season in Mexico is November through March. Perfect for those wishing to escape the cold.
Dan D running the left line
Great food and incredible weather await you, south of the border.
350 foot falls on the Gallinas River, falling into the Santa Maria.
SUP or stand up paddling has become an incredible way to enjoy class 2 once again.
One of the many drops on MInas Viejas
Hope everyone had a great summer and when the snow starts to fall you know where to go! We’ll keep the enchiladas hot and the beer cold!
See you on the River.
Aaron
With these sliding drops it is very important to not use the skegs. Either turn the board around backwards or choose a board with removable skegs.
Foot placement should be in the Kung Fu stance so you have maximum stability. I have also tried surfer stance and it worked fairly well.
Your weight has to stay moving with the board. If you are too far back the board will kick up and leave you in the landing. Too far forward and it will sub out and become very unstable.
If you can get in a big stroke for the landing it will help to keep you connected to the board. A change in velocity is what causes falls, whether it be the board or rider.
The downtime was pretty heavy on this drop. I actually fell after the board resurfaced. A board with a little more rocker will keep me from going so deep the next time.