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  HOW FIT SHOULD A PADDLER BE?
Tuesday 29th January 2008 at 10:54:24 PM  

packraft
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this question would benefit every beginner in the field of rafting.. but this also concerns even the professionals.. how fit should one really be to be able to go rafting?
 
Thursday 31st January 2008 at 3:49:23 AM  

wytwaterland
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In rafting (and in any activity), you can be as active as you would like to.. But for rafting and for doing the maneuvers, u must be reasonably healthy to be able to move the raft down the rapids.. It can be tiring, of course, but there's so much fun to learn! I suggest though that you should check with your doctor before you go paddling.
 
Monday 4th February 2008 at 1:55:17 AM  

swiftwater
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during rafting trips, you'll be the one to paddle your boats.. that means, you are the active source for the boat to be able to move and to be maneuvered through the rapids. that's why you should be fairly healthy to do that and you must be fit to be able to put your PFDs on! and if you're still doubting your physical fitness, you can always check with your doctor before you go out for a paddle..

 
Tuesday 19th February 2008 at 11:24:13 PM  

river_wide
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just judge your fitness identity and condition: if you're sure with yourself that you are taking a regular exercise and you're living a healthy lifestyle, then you're good to go! No need to worry about any physical conditions when you going out on a river rafting..
 
Wednesday 7th May 2008 at 5:52:53 AM  

ggeneroso
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As long as one could handle the paddle well and not feeling sick- then you are fit for rafting.
 
Tuesday 19th July 2011 at 10:56:06 PM  

cagrafting
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Just be fine and healthy its important that you are prepare and ready because when you ride it, it will be the great journey to the water. Hope you have fun and enjoy. :)
 

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