I like to incorporate a pull set a couple times a week and I use the TYP Catalyst paddles regularly for freestyle pull. Unfortunately, I don't find them very practical for doing backstroke work. I find that them a little clunky in the water they slow my cadence rather significantly. Might someone recommend a paddle that might be built to better mimic a Backstroke pull? Thanks!
I like to incorporate a pull set a couple times a week and I use the TYP Catalyst paddles regularly for freestyle pull. Unfortunately, I don't find them very practical for doing backstroke work. I find that them a little clunky in the water they slow my cadence rather significantly. Might someone recommend a paddle that might be built to better mimic a Backstroke pull? Thanks!
I use these a lot for backstroke. They're about half the size of the Catalyst.
www.tyr.com/.../catch®-paddle-p-559-c-68_69.html
I like finger paddles on backstroke. They reinforce a clean entry and I like having the palm and thumb free. (The more awareness in the hand, the better.)
Either way, using smaller paddles is beneficial in that you won't put too much stress on you shoulders. Some people use those big paddles that look like artist's palettes. Those can do some damage.
I like these:
www.swimpaddles.com/moon-paddles.htm
The mediums work out pretty well for me.
Not a big fan of the Catalysts for any stroke unless you size way down.
We tested paddles last year in the May-June issue of SWIMMER, with a companion video released on our YouTube site. A lot of our testers who are backstrokers preferred the curved paddles for backstroke (most testers did not like them for anything else, though).
Back issues are available if you would like to see the entire review.
I like finger paddles on backstroke. They reinforce a clean entry and I like having the palm and thumb free. (The more awareness in the hand, the better.)
Thanks for the link! I had to go check 'cause I couldn't help but think of the thread about women and men competing with 1/2" false fingernails in races > "Finger Paddles" I was almost expecting to see a diy beauty kit! :D
PT
Thanks for the link! I had to go check 'cause I couldn't help but think of the thread about women and men competing with 1/2" false fingernails in races > "Finger Paddles" I was almost expecting to see a diy beauty kit! :D
PT
You're welcome Tom. Recently the age group coach at our pool bought a few. He's finding them to be a good training tool for keeping his kids connected to the water while they paddle. And again, they're great for developing a clean entry and consistent pull pattern.
Laura, I found your paddle review video in the on-line archives. No finger paddles though. :)
I like finger paddles on backstroke. They reinforce a clean entry and I like having the palm and thumb free. (The more awareness in the hand, the better.)
Either way, using smaller paddles is beneficial in that you won't put too much stress on you shoulders. Some people use those big paddles that look like artist's palettes. Those can do some damage.
Never thought about using finger paddles for backstroke - awesome advice! I am going to try that!
I am a backstroker and I would really like to do a pull set with my Strokemakers - but it always feels awkward and puts a not-so-good pressure on my shoulders.
Thanks so much - you made my day! :bliss:
