Rolling and roll aftermath Whitewater kayaking

rolling essential skill in whitewater kayaking. technique allows flipped boater regain upright position. there variety of different styles of rolling, in whitewater paddling styles offer protection of face receive special emphasis. roll used instead of t rescue (so named because 2 kayaks form t shape when used). if roll not end kayaker upright can set again , make additional attempts. multiple failed rolls result in paddler running out of breath , swimming (a swim means exiting boat , entering water).