Packrafts are an inherently stable vessel and it’s possible to hit the river and blunder through. But a capsize can see rafters suddenly swimming in rapids they wouldn’t dream of entering without a boat. Martin Robertson offers some practical tips. Prepare before you plungeRafters should be competent swimmers and experienced in swimming easy rapids with […]
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