CNN W1 #

Finish Position #

I am looking for a still position with abs engaged such that the lower back does not slump. As a consequence the outside elbow stays at the level of the outside hand and weight is not dropped into the bow.

The outside elbow is more next to the body than behind and the outside hand is loose and not gripping the handle for a feathering movement. The inside elbow draws past the body, maintains contact with the gate, and is responsible for feathering - more on that below.

Feathering #

This is a detail to help increase relaxation. Watch experienced crews. The inside hand feathers the blade. But it should avoid doing this by dropping the wrist and rather use the fingers like in sculling to roll the handle.