Kayak righting method and apparatus

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B - Operations, Transporting

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B63B 35/85 (2006.01) B63B 35/71 (2006.01) B63C 9/00 (2006.01)

Patent

CA 2069399

The present invention provides a method and an apparatus for reducing the skill required of a paddler to right a capsized kayak without exiting it, and to thus avoid the dangers associated with exiting a kayak after capsize. In broad terms, the paddler is provided with a simple and rapid means of creating a buoyant force to one side of the capsized kayak, which can be used to produce a generous amount of torque for righting. More specifically, an inflatable flotation device is held in place on the deck of the kayak and is provided with a handle. Upon capsize the paddler grasps and pulls the handle, whereupon the flotation element is released from its securing container and automatically inflated from compressed gas cartridges. The paddler can then lean on the handle and attached flotation element to right the kayak without exiting it.

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