FULL IMMERSION IN THE RIVER
HYDROSPEED: SWIM IN WATER!
Hydrospeed is a type of “river bob” to stretch out on and be carried by the current; wearing a thick neoprene wetsuit and flippers in order to move. Hydrospeed is an activity practised by an ever-growing number of freshwater- and adventure-lovers. X Raft proposes two types of Hydrospeed with guided descents, or a course lasting more days on the Noce River; the first approach must be safe and gradual, but the simplicity of Hydrospeed management allows the person to take on almost immediate river adventure.
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TO BEGIN
After a brief theory lesson, there are explanations on how to use flippers in calm water , after which there will be the first guided descent along a section of the Noce river with an expert guide. There will be numerous rest stops.
Even if it is a safe, small group activity for everyone, it is advisable to have some prior experience in water and/or feeling with water. The sections of the river used for hydrospeed activities can vary according to the seasons – depending of the river’s water level and sections chosen according to the participant’s swimming skills. The latter is chosen by the Guide.
HYDROSPEED ROUTES
Level 1 “Easy”
4/5km approx, first experience with a river bob, After a brief theory lesson, one dives in immediately for an emotional descent swimming among the “medium difficulty” rapids. Length: descent – approx 1 hr – with preparations, lesson and transport, total length 2 hrs 15 mins approx.
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Level 2 “Strong”
6/7 km approx, advised for those who have already done level 1, or those who have experience at swimming with flippers (sub, scuba, swimming with flippers), to swim in freshwater among turbulent rapids of the Noce River. Length: descent – approx 1 hr 30 mins- with preparations, lesson and transport approx 2 hrs 40 mins.
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TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT
All technical equipment for Hydrospeeding is supplied by the X Raft centre: complete 5 mm neoprene wetsuit, life jacket, helmet, hydrospeed, neoprene footwear, adjustable flippers.
Personal clothing obligatory: close-fitting, long-sleeved t shirt, bathing costume, short socks, bathrobe or towel
Advised: neoprene gloves, knee protection, eye protection goggles for contact-lens wearers.
