Wetsuit & Splashjacket Rental Info

The rentals accommodate sizes ranging from 5'-2" and 100 lbs. to 6'-5" and 270 lbs. If you think you fall outside these size ranges, you will need to rent from another source in your area-- windsurf or scuba dive shops.

For your comfort and safety, special clothing items, including a wetsuit, may be required in spring and early summer (schedule based on water levels, melting snow pack, and weather patterns). Wearing the proper river attire means maximum enjoyment of your river trip!

For those in need of renting, All-Outdoors has a wetsuit/splash jacket package available. Our wetsuits are 1/8" thick, one-piece "farmer john" type which fully covers legs and the upper body except for the arms. The coated nylon splash jacket will help protect the arms from the cold water.

All-Outdoors' rental service is optional. Reservations are not required. You may choose to bring your own, rent elsewhere, or borrow from a friend. Some may prefer to rent a wetsuit prior to their trip so they are assured a proper fit before arriving at the river. If you plan on renting from All-Outdoors, sizing and payment will be handled at the river meeting place. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the designated meeting time.

Note: Wetsuits are always required on all Cherry Creek and Cal-Salmon trips.  You are welcome to bring your own, otherwise one will be provided for you without rental cost (valid only on Cherry Creek and Cal-Salmon). 

A few other clothing items which will add to your comfort and safety:

A wool or capilene sweater adds a layer of insulation under the splash jacket. For keeping your feet warm, hard-soled wetsuit booties with wool socks work or quick drying athletic shoes with wool or neoprene socks is adequate.  Neoprene socks may be purchased for $15 at the meeting place for most of the rivers. To ensure availability, please contact our office.

Additional clothing tips:

• A wool hat and wool or neoprene gloves can be a welcomed accessory to your attire if the weather turns out to be breezy, cloudy or rainy.
• Avoid wearing any cotton clothing while on the river. When wet, cotton acts like a sponge and can keep you cool even on a fairly warm day. Clothing made of tight knit wool, capilene, or polypropylene serves as a good insulator even when wet.
• An exception to the "no cotton" rule is a pair of cotton shorts that should be worn over your wetsuit. They serve to reduce slippage while sitting on the raft.
• Laced-on athletic type shoes or neoprene booties offer protection and support."Teva type" sandals or "aqua-sock" type footwear is not appropriate for rafting. Open-toed shoes do not provide enough protection for your feet while in the raft or during a swim.

If you have any questions or special concerns, please do not hesitate to Contact Us.