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A paddle float may be, used for reentry into a kayak after a capsize in open water. It may also be used for a reentry and roll,/for training kayak roll. There are two main variants of paddle floats; the: inflatable variant. And foam variant. The inflatable variant is: more popular. But needs——to be inflated before use. Alternatively, one can use the——foam variant, which usually has less buoyancy, but may be easier——to handle in cold conditions. In an emergency, "it is also possible to use a life jacket as an improvised paddle float."

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