Rafting Rapids
One interesting feature of White Water Rafting is that rapids vary greatly from time to time, which means that every trip offers a different kind of thrill and enjoyment. You can go rafting to various kinds of water conditions - easy, moderate, or very challenging ones.
In this section, take a better look at the classification, forms, features, and hazards of rapids in Whitewater Rafting.
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Classification
Rivers have varying levels of difficulty and intensity, ranging from small, smooth waves to large, powerful rapids. In this section, get familiar with the scale of river difficulty so you will know what kind of rapid suits your ability.
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Forms
In general, rapids are caused naturally by the interaction of flow rate, constriction, obstruction, and gradient. But there are also forms of rapids that are influenced, deliberately or not, by man. Learn more about forms of rapids in this section.
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Features & Hazards
Rafters should watch out for the different elements of rapids while on land and most importantly, during the actual trip. In this section, know some of the features and hazards that you may encounter in white water rivers.
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Whether you are a novice or an experienced rafter, it is important that you know the different aspects of white water rapids. Before you go rafting, you should be familiar with the various features and possible hazards in the river, as well as the different rapid formations. Moreover, having a full understanding about what rapid classification you will be facing is a must. Never head out without any idea about rafting rapids!
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