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Rafting Electronics Explained by What Survives a Flip
Never trust an IP68 rating on a river [it's tested in still water]. What rafting electronics actually survive a flip, and what to leave home.
BEST EQUIPMENT
All
- All
- Advanced Maneuvers
- Advanced Rescue Systems
- Apparel & Comfort
- Basic Paddle Strokes
- Choosing an Outfitter & Booking
- Destinations & Trips
- Electronics & Accessories
- 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
- Oar Rowing Techniques
- Paddles & Oars
- Paddling & River Skills
- Rafting Terminology
- Rafting vs. Other Sports
- Rafts & Inflatable Boats
- Reading Whitewater
- River Camping & Kitchen Gear
- River Science & Hydrology
- Safety & Rescue
- Safety & Rescue Equipment
- Self-Rescue & Raft Recovery
- Trip Planning & Logistics
- USA Southeast & Appalachia
- USA West & Sierra
- Whitewater Swimming
RAFTING SAFETY
How to Choose a Whitewater Helmet That Won’t Ride Up
Never fit a whitewater helmet bare-headed (it rides up over a hood). Get the shake test, the 2-finger rule + exactly when to retire yours.
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DESTINATIONS
Raft-Ready Water Filters: Tested for Sediment & Group Use
Forget marketing hype. Our guide tests river trip water filters for sediment handling and virus removal, revealing which systems are truly expedition-ready.
The Science of Cataract Canyon: A Geologic River Guide
Our definitive geologic guide to Cataract Canyon. Uncover the science of salt tectonics & why its rapids are fundamentally different from the Grand Canyon's.
Best Himalayas Rafting Trips: A Rafter’s Data-Backed Guide
The definitive guide to whitewater rafting in the Himalayas. Our data-backed analysis and unique "Commitment Spectrum" help you choose the right trip.
Mastering Leave No Trace: A Guide for Whitewater Trips
The definitive guide to Leave No Trace river trips. Get science-based tactics, mandatory gear checklists, and expert tips for any regulated river.







































