You need to take care of your feet on a white water rafting trip. Your feet can take a beating on and off the river. One minute you're walking on the soft sand of the beach, the next your scuttling through rocky
streams, then hike on the hot, parched land, with rocks protruding here and there, even jumping off cliffs into the river - if you so choose!
You need traction, protection and comfort all at the same time. Your feet get wet, then dry, and wet again. In the evening you're tempted to take your shoes off - but DON'T! There's rocks and pebbles, thorns and thistles waiting for your tender tootsies!
So what to do? Happy feet make for a happy Arizona river rafter! Make sure you have a comfortable, sturdy pair of sandals/water shoes to use in water, or athletic shoes (they will get wet though). Do not bring brand new shoes, make sure they have been broken in, you don't want blisters or sore feet! Flip flops are perfect for camp, easy on and easy off. Bring socks too, they help with rubbing and are comfy for nightime. Need suggestions? Try Tevas or Chacos, whatever you are comfortable in!
Colorado River raft trips are demanding on your feet, choose your shoes carefully and wisely. If you purchase new ones, wear them for at least 30 days before your whitewater trip and break them in. And don't forget the sunscreen for your feet - they can burn too!
Arizona River Runners can help with all your white water rafting questions! Call 1-800-477-7238 we are here to help!
streams, then hike on the hot, parched land, with rocks protruding here and there, even jumping off cliffs into the river - if you so choose!You need traction, protection and comfort all at the same time. Your feet get wet, then dry, and wet again. In the evening you're tempted to take your shoes off - but DON'T! There's rocks and pebbles, thorns and thistles waiting for your tender tootsies!
So what to do? Happy feet make for a happy Arizona river rafter! Make sure you have a comfortable, sturdy pair of sandals/water shoes to use in water, or athletic shoes (they will get wet though). Do not bring brand new shoes, make sure they have been broken in, you don't want blisters or sore feet! Flip flops are perfect for camp, easy on and easy off. Bring socks too, they help with rubbing and are comfy for nightime. Need suggestions? Try Tevas or Chacos, whatever you are comfortable in!
Colorado River raft trips are demanding on your feet, choose your shoes carefully and wisely. If you purchase new ones, wear them for at least 30 days before your whitewater trip and break them in. And don't forget the sunscreen for your feet - they can burn too!
Arizona River Runners can help with all your white water rafting questions! Call 1-800-477-7238 we are here to help!
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