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The 4-3-2-1-1 River Rescue Kit Guides Actually Carry
4 locking carabiners + 3 pulleys + 2 prusiks + 1 webbing + 1 throw rope: why each number exists in a river rescue kit & when to retire it.
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- Advanced Maneuvers
- Advanced Rescue Systems
- Apparel & Comfort
- Basic Paddle Strokes
- Choosing an Outfitter & Booking
- Destinations & Trips
- First Aid & Preparation
- Foundational Safety Rules
- Frames & Rigging
- Gear & Equipment
- Getting Started
- Guiding & Commands
- History & Culture
- International River Guides
- Knowledge Hub
- Multi-Day & Expedition Guides
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- Paddles & Oars
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- Rafting Terminology
- Rafting vs. Other Sports
- Rafts & Inflatable Boats
- Reading Whitewater
- River Camping & Kitchen Gear
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RAFTING SAFETY
Best Splash Jacket for the River You Actually Run
Don't grab a splash jacket before checking your river's water temp — under 60°F, a shell alone won't beat a cold swim [here's the honest tier]
Denver
clear sky
94.1
°
F
96.4
°
92
°
12%
1.9mph
0%
Fri
96
°
Sat
103
°
Sun
100
°
Mon
99
°
Tue
80
°
U.S. RAFTING SPOTS
The Anatomy of an Oar Stroke: A Guide for Rafters
The definitive guide to rafting stroke technique. We deconstruct the physics & biomechanics of the Forward and Back strokes for ultimate river control.






































