There are countless water sports, from the most relaxed ones like a boat ride even the most active ones like the hydrospeed. This is a sport that gives you such incredible sensations that you will feel the adrenaline rushing through your body and you will not want to finish the course.
But what does hidrospeed really consist of? Its operation is very simple, just gather the necessary material (the company you practice it with will deliver it to you) and let yourself be carried along the river aboard a floating sled.
What do you need to practice it? Very excited, of course! From there, the first thing you have to do is choose a hydrospeed company that will rent you the equipment: neoprene suit, helmet, life jacket and fins. The water sled guarantees buoyancy, since from the waist up you will be lying on it while you travel down the river.
It is important that you know how to swim, since you will be in direct contact with the water at all times and if you slip off the sled you would not run any type of risk. If you like the aquatic environment, without a doubt you will be very happy practicing this activity and if you have never done it you don't have to worry about anything, it's very simple!
Are you already getting excited? You can take routes of various levels, which will be marked by the flow of the river. When the thaw is at its peak, that is, between March and April, the water circulates with greater force, which will make the river become a very busy, fun and... no! suitable for heart sufferers! If you are not so daring, we recommend that you wait until spring is more advanced, since the waters will be calmer and you will feel safer.
This white water sport that has been practiced since the mid-80s has gained more and more followers because practicing it is very simple. A guide will accompany you during the kilometers that you advance on the river and will be able to give you a hand if you need it.
Tips for practicing hydrospeed
- It is important that the neoprene suit you wear is appropriate, because hypothermia could threaten you during the activity.
- Never let go of the sled, since it is the responsible for your buoyancy in the river waters. Although if you fall, don't worry because the life jacket will prevent you from sinking.
- Although the hydro board is individual, the best thing you can do to practice it isgather a good group of friends: you will have a better time and it will be safer.
- Eat well a few hours before doing the activity so you can haveenergy reserves and become less exhausted.
Remember that practicing adventure sports is much more exciting than staying at home and think that spring brings with it a multitude of possibilities foractive tourism.
