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A fit young woman in a bikini and life jacket executes a draw stroke to guide a raft, while a man in boardshorts sits in the front on a sunny river.
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Master the Rafting Draw Stroke: From Eddies to Ferries

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A fit young woman in a swimsuit and PFD guides a raft with a J-stroke while a male passenger rests, on a sunny river.
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The J-Stroke: A Progressive Skill-Building Guide

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A full-body action shot of a young man and woman in swimwear and life jackets leading a crew in paddling a raft through whitewater rapids.
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Rafting Strokes 101: A Guide to Technique & Purpose

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