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Feel the Rush

Ready to run your first waterfall or punch holes in the river? These short videos will show you how.

Editor's Note: These videos are part of a series of "How To" productions by Rapid Media. Each video is intended to help you learn or improve your skills. 

Brendan Kowtecky with AO Boatwerks provides expert advice and technique for punching holes and boofing a small waterfall. 

Top 3 Things You Need To Punch Holes

  1. Build up speed
  2. Paddle aggressively
  3. Have a well timed last stroke 

Use this expert advice to run your first drop and successfully boof a small waterfall.

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