Tell us what you look like and what to wear when you enjoy canoeing and kayaking! Introducing mangrove kayaks

Cruise on the water while paddle " canoe "or" Kayak ”.
Anyone can easily proceed as long as they get the hang of it, so it's relatively easy for beginners and women to take on the challenge. water activity is.

but for the first time canoe or kayak Even if you try to challenge How should I dress? "And," What should I do for a mangrove tour? There are many things I don't know, such as.
Therefore, this time, we would like to make it possible for you to enjoy canoeing and kayaking comfortably. basic clothing I will explain about Please refer to it and enjoy canoeing and kayaking to the fullest!

What are "canoeing" and "kayaking" in the first place?

"Kayak" is a kind of "canoe"

water activity It is said that the standard of canoe "or" Kayak ”.
First, let me explain the difference between the two.

In the first place, what is a canoe? A general term for small boats that use paddles to scrape water and move forward. That thing. The canoes can be further divided into two types: "Canadian canoe" and "kayak".
In other words Kayaking is also a type of canoe. ..

Canadian canoes and kayaks are classified by the type of paddle blades they use.
Therefore, both Activities to go on the water while paddling on a small boat It is still the same.

Can even inexperienced people and beginners enjoy it?

Anyone can easily enjoy canoeing and kayaking as long as they get the hang of paddle control.
You can get started right away if you buy all the tools, If you are a beginner, it is recommended to take a tour first is. You can rent all the necessary equipment, and a veteran guide will give you a lecture on how to use the paddle before boarding.
again, You can challenge various fields such as the sea, rivers and lakes So you will find a way to play that suits your taste.

Canoeing and kayaking are available in some places You can experience it almost all year round . One of my new hobbies is Canoe/Kayak You might want to try adding !

What kind of tour is the popular "Mangrove Tour"?

Canoe/Kayak on a tour of The most popular is the "Mangrove Tour" is. I think there are many people who say, "I participated in a mangrove tour and experienced canoeing and kayaking for the first time."

What is a mangrove in the first place? A general term for plants that live in the "intertidal zone," where seawater fills up at high tide. It refers to.
In the woods overgrown with mangroves, the overwhelming scale of nature remains untouched. Sometimes you can meet plants and rare creatures that you have never seen!

Mangrove tours in Japan Okinawa Prefecture and Kagoshima prefecture A very valuable tour that can only be experienced in is.
A veteran guide who knows all about the terrain will guide you not only to the standard courses but also to hidden spots that are only known locally, so if you are interested, please check it out!

Clothing points for canoeing and kayaking

Canoe/Kayak The most important thing when choosing clothes when experiencing Whether it is easy to dry even if it gets wet "is.

Unless the ship rolls over, the whole body will not be soaked, but it will get wet not a little when getting on and off the ship or being exposed to water while paddling. Therefore, Points to keep in mind when choosing clothes I tried to summarize.

1. 1. We recommend using synthetic fibers that dry easily!

Make sure to choose a quick-drying chemical fiber (nylon, polyester, etc.) as the material for your clothing. ..
In particular, outdoor brand products are recommended because they are comfortable to wear and have excellent functionality.

On the other hand, it is better to avoid cotton material of. We do not recommend wearing T-shirts, sweatshirts, jeans, etc., as they do not dry easily if they get wet, and even in the summer, they may cool you down.

There is also a tour that you can experience in a swimsuit in the summer

Some tour companies allow you to wear swimwear only in the summer.
However, canoeing and kayaking are activities that take place in the wilderness such as the sea and rivers, so there is nothing to block the sunlight during the experience.

If you participate in a swimsuit in the summer, swimsuit + rash guard , short pants + rush torenka Let's take proper measures against sunburn by combining

2. Choose shoes that you can get wet!

When paddling, your feet will also be splashed, so be sure to choose shoes that you can get wet. ..
If it is summer, the heel can be firmly fixed marine shoes or sports sandals is the best. In autumn and winter, for protection against the cold rain boots is recommended.

Shoes without heels or shoes with an open instep can come off and be lost when getting on and off the ship or in the unlikely event that the ship rolls over.
Also, shoes with too thick soles or heels are not recommended as they are difficult to sit in the cockpit due to the structure of the ship.

3. 3. Rash guards are very useful for sunburn protection!

During the canoeing and kayaking experience, you rarely get in the shade, so you want to reduce the exposure of your skin regardless of the season.
Therefore, It's a good idea to have a rush guard with a high UV cut rate. ..

Originally designed for rush guards to get into water, they are quick-drying and breathable. It dries quickly even if it gets wet, and is easy to wash even if it gets dirty. water activity There is no doubt that it will be very active in various outdoor scenes such as!

Four. Windbreakers and rainwear for protection against the cold!

Windbreakers and rainwear are useful on windy days and cold winter days. ..

During the experience, your buttocks and feet may get wet, so it's safer to choose a long length that hides your buttocks completely or a type that is separated from the top and bottom.

[Seasonal] Canoe / Kayak experience clothes commentary

Canoe/Kayak can be experienced almost all year round if you choose a place.
Therefore, Seasonal coordination example I tried to summarize.

Basics of summer clothing

Summer is probably the time when most people enjoy canoeing and kayaking.

Swimwear or quick-drying clothes as an inner layer wear.
On top of that, as a sunscreen Rash guard, rush torenka + short pants Basic clothing is a combination of

again, hat or sunglasses , neck guard Let's take measures against ultraviolet rays and heat stroke by wearing such as.

Basics of spring / autumn clothing

Spring and autumn are also difficult to dress due to the large temperature difference depending on the day.
Therefore, layering that makes it easy to regulate body temperature is effective. Try to wear warm and easy-to-move clothes by stacking several thin items. ..

Specifically, based on the summer clothes introduced above, according to the temperature windbreaker or rainwear It would be nice to wear something like that.

Basics of winter clothing

Some tour companies offer tours that you can experience even in cold weather.
If you enjoy canoeing or kayaking in the winter Take sufficient measures against the cold by putting a windbreaker or rainwear on a warm inner or thin fleece. ..

Also, assuming that your feet and buttocks get wet, It is recommended that the outer is separated from the top and bottom. is. Wet areas get cool when the wind hits them, so put more under your trousers. leggings It's one hand to wear.

It is tempting to wear a sweatshirt in the winter, but we do not recommend cotton sweatshirts as they do not dry easily when wet and may cool your body.

This is an indispensable item for UV protection!

Next, it is indispensable to experience canoeing and kayaking comfortably UV cut item Introducing.

UV protection is mainly used to prevent sunburn, but there are also other There is a role to reduce "fatigue" caused by exposure to ultraviolet rays ..
To protect your skin and body, be sure to take proper UV protection in advance.

1. 1. UV cut hat

Wear a hat as much as possible to prevent heat stroke, sunburn, and injuries.
that time, A wide-brimmed hat is recommended over a cap or sun visor. is.

Don't let the wind blow hat with string is the best, but if you don't have a string, you can fasten the collar and hat clip type cap You can substitute it though.

2. Sunglasses & glasses band

To protect your eyes from strong sunlight, sunglasses is recommended.
In water activities, you have to be careful not only of the sunlight falling from above, but also of the reflection from the surface of the water. .. You can't enjoy it enough if you can't see the surface of the water due to the reflection of sunlight, so it's a good idea to prepare sunglasses in consideration of UV protection and safety.

Also, don't drop your sunglasses into the water during the experience. glasses band It will be safer if you prepare it together.

3. 3. Sunscreen cream

Wearing a wide-brimmed hat and long-sleeved rush guard will protect your face and arms from UV rays.
However, the neck, the back of the hands, and the ankles will inevitably be exposed. sun cream Also bring
Since it cannot be repainted on the ship, it is difficult to remove even with sweat or water. Waterproof type is recommended is.

Four. Neck guard for sports

For UV protection on the neck, neck guard be worn.
In particular, sports / outdoor brand products have excellent moisture absorption / desorption and quick-drying properties, so they are recommended because they are not sticky even when sweating.

These can be replaced with sports towels or washcloths, but if used in the summer More comfortable with a cool contact function is. It is cool when it touches your skin, and you can expect the effect of preventing an increase in body temperature and heat stroke.

Please tell me what to wear when you participate in the mangrove tour!

Mangrove tour that can be experienced only in Okinawa and Kagoshima prefectures , the points you want to hold about clothes will also change.

Based on the coordination examples for each season explained above, Recommended clothes for mangrove tours Introducing.

Basics of spring / summer / autumn clothing

The mangrove forest area is humid and warm all year round ..
for that reason, Even in spring or autumn, you can wear the same clothes as in summer if it is daytime. .. Since the amount of UV rays is large due to the strong sunlight, avoid exposing your skin as much as possible and take careful measures against UV rays.

basic clothing is Canoe/Kayak is the same as the clothes of
Swimwear or quick-drying clothes as an inner layer and over it Rash guard, rush torenka + short pants Let's combine

Morning and evening at the turn of the season Can get very cold. If you're taking a spring or autumn night tour or morning tour windbreaker or rainwear etc. should be prepared.

Basics of winter clothing

Mangrove forests rarely drop below 10 degrees Celsius even in winter. However, as the wind from the sea becomes stronger, the sensible temperature changes even at the same temperature.

You don't have to take proper measures against the cold, but just like in the mornings and evenings of spring and autumn, It is safe to wear a windbreaker or rainwear is.

Summary of clothes when enjoying canoeing and Kayak

More than Summary of clothes when enjoying canoeing and Kayak is.

Canoe or kayak, if you choose the place Water activities that can be experienced almost all year round is.
First of all, let's firmly hold down the appearance to enjoy comfortably and take this opportunity to challenge canoeing or kayaking!

*The information in this article is current as of July 2023.

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