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03-18-2008, 08:20 AM #1
RRFW Riverwire
[b]RRFW Riverwire
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03-18-2008, 09:38 AM #2
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I want to do the Grand Canyon again, but I am so afraid of those rapids and falling out!
Why is that most say the life preserver will save you but then some people still drown?
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03-18-2008, 10:22 AM #3
One of the big killers in the GC is the cold water which causes heart failure. A number of death's are because of heart failure.
If you really are interested in why people die in the GC you need to read
Over the Edge: Death in Grand Canyon
http://www.amazon.com/Over-Edge-Deat.../dp/097009731X
It's a pretty good book if you like reading about this type of stuff.
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03-18-2008, 11:17 AM #4
Inappropriately worn life jacket kills as well. Also, alcohol has a huge role on the river trips.
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03-19-2008, 05:37 AM #5
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So..... I think I will buy a very good life jacket! Before I go and order a pink one, is there some good suggestions for one to get? The water is so shocking cold... does that have anything to do with some of the deaths too?
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03-22-2008, 09:21 PM #6
For sure! A good wet suit is a great addition to your river gear. Some people wear dry suits.
I like to put on a wet suit and then the splash gear on top. Splash gear keeps you dry during the rapids and the wet suit keeps you from hyperthormia a little longer. Make sure to get some good booties, any dive shop would have them.
From my research, this PFD would give you the highest floatation http://www.altrec.com/27566/ with a crouch strap it would probably be the safest too, because it will never come off you. I have one of these, they are bulky for sure, but I'd rather be uncomfirtable but alive.
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03-22-2008, 10:52 PM #7
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Could I see that crotch strap in photos.
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03-23-2008, 07:01 AM #8Originally Posted by tanya
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03-23-2008, 05:03 PM #9
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It's a date.
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