High Bracing to Recover from an Imminent Capsize

Surf ski normally uses low bracing. However, there have been times that using it just dont quite save you from getting a dip.

Here's a link to high bracing drills. www.seakayakermag.com/2005/Feb05/highbracing5.htm

Can you guys comment if this is applicable to Surf Ski? I assume its best to leave your foot in the straps while attempting to high brace and rotate.

I think if you've gone over on a ski as far as that guy in the photo, nothing's going to stop you coming out - but yep, I do used a high brace when necessary, it's a lot more efficient than a low brace in terms of keeping your speed up. A low brace means you've stopped paddling - a high brace is just a slightly more frantic stroke... or have I got it all wrong?!

Just be aware that if you're going to dislocate a shoulder it'll usually be while doing a high brace! Bear this in mind when paddling a long way from the shore.