I back paddle to get out of the slip and to maintain position on the ocean outside of the break line while waiting for a big set to come through.
The trick is to keep pressure on both pedals, because as soon as you're past the neutral position, the rudder is actually held in place by the opposite foot (assuming you dont let it go to the hard stop) and if you dont have pressure against both pedals the rudder is immediately grabbed and thrown to the hard stop.
It takes a little practice but you can do it. I've swam more than once while back padding though. The rudder induces a lot more roll and it happens immediately since the water wants to push it to the extreme
Currently paddling a Kai Wa'a Vega Flex in Southern California's ocean waters
Past Boats: Epic V10g1, Stellar SRg1, Fenn XTg1, Swordfish S
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