How to Empty a Flooded Kayak Hatch with the Curl Rescue or Cleopatra’s Needle

The curl rescue, also known as Cleopatra’s Needle, is a fast, effective way to empty the water from a flooded front or back hatch, prevent sinking and get your kayak ready for an on-water repair. In this episode, presented by Adventure Kayak magazine (), Leon Sommé of Body Boat Blade () demonstrates how to perform this useful rescue. If the front or rear compartment of your kayak floods after you hit a rock, blow out your hatch cover or experience