Adaptive Paddling: Grip Adaptations
Adaptive paddling equipment is available by request that can meet many needs. Equipment is available by request at any paddle, but certain paddling locations are more accessible than others. Please contact the program leader or Ashley Smith at 419-265-2920 to determine if the program location meets your needs. Tandem kayaks and adaptive paddling gear that adjusts boat fit, provides grip adaptations, and provides transfer assistance are available.
A selection of grip adaptations are available. These include a paddle pivot that supports the weight of the paddle and allows one-armed control of the kayak, back-of-hand and wrist-slide adaptations that provide grip assistance and allow paddlers with low or no grip strength to control a paddle, and foam adaptations that supplement grip strength and reduce grip fatigue.
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