The Inuit call this roll Paatip kallua tuermillugu illuinnarmik. It simply means that the kayaker uses only one arm to roll with
the paddle touching their shoulder.  For the setup, the paddle tip is pressed against your chest near your armpit (but not
under your armpit).  The paddle is swept palm-up with one arm.  The lift and buoyancy from the extended paddle powers this
roll, no hipsnap is necessary.  Keep the paddle in your "armpit" until you sit-upright. You do not need to return to the initial
setup position.
The Greenland Qajaq - Armpit aka Shotgun Roll
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