A list of recommended items to bring along for yourself on a raft trip
Raft trips may require a lot of gear. But for those new to the sport as well as experienced rafters looking to add a few new personal items, start by focusing on what you will need to get on the boat and out on the river.
PFD
Stohlquist Rocker (men’s) – $149.95
Astral Layla (women’s) – $139.95
NRS Big Water V Youth (youth) – $109.95
DRY GEAR
Kokatat Legacy Drysuit GORE-TEX PRO (men’s & women’s) – $1,185
Immersion Reserach 7Figure Dry Top – $449
NRS Endurance Splash Pant (men’s & women’s) – $119.95
SHORTS
Immersion Research Penstock Shorts (men’s) – $79
NRS Guide Short (women’s) – $64.95
FunLuvin’ Fleece Shorts & Skirts – $40-$50
LAYERS
Patagonia Sunshade Hoody (men’s & women’s) – $55-$79
Melanzana Micro Grid Hoodie (men’s & women’s) – $73
SHOES
Chaco Footwear Z/1 Classic (men’s & women’s) – $95-$105
Astral Loyak (men’s & women’s) – $95
DRYBAGS
Watershed Westwater 80L – $188 – $261
NRS Tuff Sacks 5L-55L – $19.95 – $44.95
SAFETY
Uncharted Supply SEVENTY2® Survival System – $389
CRKT Bear Claw River Knife – $49.99
ELECTRONICS
Anker PowerCore 26800 Power Bank – $65.98
Goal Zero Nomad 100 Solar Panel – $399.95
Outdoor Tech Turtle Shell 3.0 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker – $79.95
MUST HAVES
Jack’s Plastic Welding Paco Pad – Starting at $190.99
Croakies Classic Eyewear Retainers – $8.99-$9.99
Pelican G40 Personal Utility Go Case – $39.95
Lil’ Sucker Koozie – $9.49
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