The very first video technique module we produced early 2009. Daniele Molmenti explains the different alternatives to take an upstream gate on both flatwater as wildwater. With over 27,000 views one of the most watched technique videos in the world.

To a certain extend technique is personal and subjective. What works for someone else does not necessarily work for you. That's the note we would like to add to this video. In an attempt to what''s objectively seen as the technique that should apply to all upstream gates, regardless who you are and where you paddle, the following attempt:

In an upstream gate you want to stay as high as possible without interfering with the mechanics of your stroke and your posture. Its important that you can still make a good stroke and your posture is correct. Whats good and whats correct is personal. Also you always want to keep pressure on the blade.