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| Raft Porn Needed -Let's see them rigs!!! | ---Quote (Originally by PhilipJFry)--- 19 hours is all these pictures lasted on photobucket? sounds like you did some cool work... too bad the... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Is this the right fishing raft? | Looks like the rear bay/cockpit is too small for a fisherman. If you're using it for fishing you may as well have a reasonable 3 person layout, and... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Oar Blade size for Aire Puma | Looks great. Is that the standard 11.5 ft puma? I've been wanting one for some time now. Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Poudre shuttle and suggestions for day trip. | Go hang out at the Trailhead... You're sure to meet some boaters. Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Escalante Creek Snow? | ---Quote (Originally by rivervibe)--- Ok, trying this upload thing... Here's the '57 Chevy Fin on Thursday the 21st. Over the weekend that log was... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Is this the right fishing raft? | As said, campways Hopi , it's old, it's a bucket boat and it could leak, and it probably does leak or will someday soon. Is that the end of the... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Oar Blade size for Aire Puma | Initially tried using 7' oars on a Super Puma, but didn't like them and bought extensions to make them 8', so go with that. I also prefer the bigger... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Whitewater Forum : Upper Sultan Problems |
Author: BIGWATER Subject: Upper Sultan Problems Posted: 25 Apr 2016 at 10:25pm I signed up and showed up at the takeout at 8am. No one was there so at 8:30 I headed to the put in and got there at 9. I hung out at the put in for over 2 hours with the PUD guys and no one else showed up. I realize the Robe race and all, but I don't like crowds so I thought it would be a uncrowded release. But not empty! So I left and went to the Wenatchee. Glad Conrad got in there. I was ready to hike in at 9 and watch the water rise. I didn't feel like rushing through on the last hour of the release. Thanks for all your work Tom and sorry you have to deal with the no show issues. I'm sure this will cost you much more time that it did me. Thanks again |
Professor Paddle | Washington, Oregon and vicinity | |
| Deso May 31st launch beta | I did Deso last week and there were pretty much no bugs. Some flies and a few mosquitos but nothing like it gets when its bad. I've also heard they... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| 2016 Wood chipping on CC (for Durangotangs) | And just an FYI in case you think about dropping in before it's clean. There's some badly placed wood in the lower gorge and it is really tight and... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Whitewater Forum : sample eComments to FERC |
Author: JoesKayak Subject: sample eComments to FERC Posted: 25 Apr 2016 at 11:11pm Below are my comments to FERC. Feel free to use anything you like for crafting your own comments. I write today as a Snohomish County PUD ratepayer and lifetime resident of the beautiful Pacific Northwest to voice my strong opposition to Snohomish PUD's plan to build a hydropower project on the SF Skykomish River. I have spent my life rafting, kayaking, fishing, swimming, and hiking in and around rivers and know the Skykomish to be a truly special place. Please DENY this license application for the following reasons: PROTECTIONS IGNORED: Washington's State Scenic River System lists several sections of the Skykomish River watershed. This act was enacted to protect rivers which " possess outstanding natural, scenic, historic, ecological, and recreational values of present and future benefit to the public" from exactly this kind of project. RCW 79A.55 Washington State Dept. of Ecology Minimum Steamflows for fish habitat will be violated by the removal of water from the 1.1 mile section of river. WAC 173-507-020 The Northwest Power and Conservation Council lists this section of river as one that should remain free of hydropower development. In addition, the USFS has recommended the Skykomish for inclusion in the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. THIS is what the Skykomish deserves. DETRIMENTAL TO RIPARIAN ECOSYSTEM The Skykomish is a large river with a diverse ecosystem. The PUD's assertion that the project will not affect the fish and other species that rely on the river is ludicrous. The river is host to not only the migrating salmonids, but also hosts many native fishes, and a wide variety of smaller animals from insects to crustaceans. The river is also home to many species of birds, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals that rely on the river and the greater ecosystem it provides. This project will dewater over a mile of river. This will increase water temperatures and lower oxygen levels. Both factors contribute to higher mortality for a number of the fish and animals who live in and around the river. Additionally, this project involves blasting an enormous tunnel under the river bed, and will increase turbidity and contamination of the water, leaking heavy metals and other contaminants into the river system. The pool below Sunset Falls is very large and it is known to be a rearing pond for many species of fish, including the small population of Sockeye salmon that migrate every year to the Skykomish. Putting this project just above this spot is a dangerous proposition for the fish and those species that depend on them such as otters. POOR SOURCE OF POWER By PUD's own estimates this project will provide an amount of power that will equal only a percentage of their power needs in the low single digits. That is a best case scenario. The project will not provide year-round power. In summer and early fall water is almost always too low for power generation. In the rainy season, from November to March levels are sporadic and dependent upon rainfall. Being a run of river project there is no way to hold back water from storms to keep power going, so there will be high enough water for power a few days at a time at best. Monthly averages do not tell the full story here. The river rises and falls quickly. The only real consistent time when power can be counted on would be during spring snowmelt time in May and June. OH WAIT! Consider for example in 2015 there was a very low snowpack. Had the project been online last year, there would have been insufficient water for power generation for most of the year. FISCALLY IRRESPONSIBLE PUD's original estimate was $170 million for just the construction of this project. At this time the estimate is now up to $225 million AND they've already wasted at least $5 Million in scoping alone. If the past in any indicator, that number is sure to rise and doesn't take into account the cost of maintaining and running this project. The recent public outcry over billing issues does not inspire confidence in the PUD's ability to manage the ratepayer's money. Neither does the PUD's recent small hydro project on Youngs Creek, which is currently costing the ratepayers plenty with very little power generated. GEOLOGICALLY UNSOUND This proposal, by the PUD, calls to use explosives to blast a huge two story high tunnel, underneath the riverbed of one of the most powerful rivers in Western Washington in a very close proximity to an active landslide. Also, the river takes a turn though a horseshoe bend at the proposed site that has the geological markings of a spot a river could cut through, especially if the river is dammed by a slide. If that happens the river will bypass the projects' intake and render the project utterly useless. Waterfalls are geologically active areas. Do we really know what will happen when you start blasting a giant hole underneath the river bed here? I fear the potential catastrophic aftermath of blasting at the site of these waterfalls and the active landslide. To blast near an active slide is irresponsible at best. To do so in Washington, in the wake of the Oso disaster is unconscionable. As I've illustrated, there are many reasons why this proposed project is a horrible idea and is not in the best interest of the public, the environment, or the otters, damn it! In this day and age we have finally started to learn the errors of the past and are working to correct the mistakes we've made. We have begun removing hydropower projects in favor of truly renewable and green energy sources and conservation. Why is Snohomish PUD hell bent on replicating the errors of the past and destroying what is good, clean and beautiful for a paltry bit of energy that will be much more expensive to produce than our current avenues for power? Our wild and wonderful places are getting fewer and farther in between. The Skykomish is one of the best. It is truly special and to desecrate it with this ill conceived horror is a legacy we will all regret. Please DENY the license for Snohomish PUD's Sunset Falls project license. Thank you. |
Professor Paddle | Washington, Oregon and vicinity | |
| Is this the right fishing raft? | Oh no you didn't. Know we are going to have to debate the merits of cats and rafts again. Haha ha | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Boating, Blondes and Bear Spray | Good story. A few details are wrong, but I enjoyed it and it reminded me of trips recently where i was able to reconnect with and old friend. | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Has anyone used a Cabelas rotomolded cooler? | I looked at those for the same reason. they have grooves in the bottom of the handles for resting on a frame. It looks like a good idea but I haven't... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Is this the right fishing raft? | So what your saying Coby is build your cat out to be like a raft? Nah, there is no advantage to a cat over a raft for fishing. Now those little one... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Poudre shuttle and suggestions for day trip. | I'm moving to CO this week. I've joined a paddle group om Meetup group that is in Arvada.... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Whitewater Forum : NW trip, what would u do |
Author: ODarrow Subject: NW trip, what would u do Posted: 26 Apr 2016 at 6:39am The Wenatchee drainage would be a good start to any trip. |
Professor Paddle | Washington, Oregon and vicinity | |
| Has anyone used a Cabelas rotomolded cooler? | About 4 weeks ago I bought a 70 quart (tan) Igloo Sportsman at Costco for $199 -- much cheaper than I found smaller versions at our local outdoor... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Is this the right fishing raft? | I'm with sembob, cats are crap in low water loaded with floors and such. Save 500$ more dollars and buy a 10.5' storm. You'll be fishing skinny water... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Oar Blade size for Aire Puma | ---Quote (Originally by doug_id)--- Hmmm never used them. Not sure I would notice the difference :-) ---End Quote--- You only notice when your... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Whitewater Forum : Sky lap |
Author: huckin harms Subject: Sky lap Posted: 26 Apr 2016 at 7:25am Anyone for today, Tues26? |
Professor Paddle | Washington, Oregon and vicinity | |
| Deso May 31st launch beta | Read_n_run, we will be 2 weeks after you, but you will be going at perfect time. Water will still be climbing up so no bugs. Camps will still all be... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Is this the right fishing raft? | Ok! That's a hot, light, 2 person fishing machine for $2,400, Outcast Striker. Don't need to trailer it. Will handle most class 3 and also get you... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Please Attend Utah Green River Dam Rehab Event! | A celebration of the rehab of the Green River Dam, the last impediment to boaters traveling from Flaming Gorge to the Colorado River confluence is... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Double rail gap width? | I'm thinking of converting my single rail 4-bay AAA frame (similar to DRE) to a double rail, to better support side decks and make rigging a bit... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Mamba or Nomad? | I've been paddling a Nomad 8.1 (the old version) the past week on a local IV+ - V- river near my house the past week and I'm diggin' it. ... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Projected runoff for San Miguel? | Looking to do a several day trip on San Miguel and would like to hit it as close to peak as I can. Any info would be appreciated | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Are you taking out at Diamond Creek 5/19? | Looking for the small private trip (8 person according to launch calendar) that is taking out at Diamond Creek on Thursday, May 19. We are larger... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Clay Hills road in a Passenger car!?! | Drove out Friday, April 22 in Subaru... no problems. | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Whitewater Forum : File your eComment with FERC today! |
Author: JoesKayak Subject: File your eComment with FERC today! Posted: 26 Apr 2016 at 8:47am BUMP!!! Time is almost up. I've been happy to see lots of comments coming in. Keep them coming! The deadline is tomorrow (4/27)! If you have already commented, please ask your friends/families/neighbors to comment as well. Share the AW video to your Facebook or other social media page along with instructions on how to file a comment. Let them know that simply commenting that they oppose the project is worth a lot. The more the better! Edited by JoesKayak - Today at 8:47am |
Professor Paddle | Washington, Oregon and vicinity | |
| Mamba or Nomad? | Appreciate the feedback. What I want in my old age is something that's super stable and forgiving and the Nomad this last week has proven to be just... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Double rail gap width? | As wide as you can without creating a huge overhang. The numbers you gave, I'd think ~10" would be about as wide as I'd go- that leaves 52" or so... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Cross Mountain Playboat or Creekboat? | old school playboat is the way to go. I was just in there a couple days ago. paddled my LL session+ and had a full on blast. level was around 5000.... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Whitewater Forum : Cooper |
Author: oukr9965 Subject: Cooper Posted: 26 Apr 2016 at 9:45am Anyone know if the road to the Cooper is open? Thanks in advance. |
Professor Paddle | Washington, Oregon and vicinity | |
| Westwater help | My advice is to go with someone who's done it before and wait until after high water. The water will be much warmer if things don't go well and you... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| lost 4" barrel pump westwater put-in 4/17/2016 | Left our barrel pump at the west water put-in on April 17th 2016. It has a green barrel. green hose and bright orange tape on the nozzle. It may... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Mamba or Nomad? | my local river is more or less a Northfork-style run (on a smaller scale). No big straight vertical drops, or boofs, or slides, just continuous... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Ruby Horsethief camping now through Rec.gov | ---Quote (Originally by climbdenali)--- Anybody have problems reserving a site that shows A for available on the rec.gov site? I was told by the... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Double rail gap width? | I would think that 10" would be about right. That's the distance I have on my dbl rail frame (88x74) I have a 16 foot Avon and the distance between... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Is this the right fishing raft? | Wooley Buggar--If you are a die hard fly fisherman, I'll suggest you look at a totally different option: Drift boat. Its individual choice,... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Whitewater Forum : Cooper |
Author: kevinh Subject: Cooper Posted: 26 Apr 2016 at 10:52am cle elum ranger district website said the road was closed 1/4 past the salmon la sac bridge when i checked last week |
Professor Paddle | Washington, Oregon and vicinity | |
| Westwater help | I didn't mean to offend you by any means, but the first time I showed up at Westwater's ranger station in 2006 with two IKs and 15k cfs. Ranger told... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Mamba or Nomad? | Just get a Zet! | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Deso May 31st launch beta | We ran Deso that same week last year- hit the high water spot on. Per the ranger, as long as it's still rising, no major bugs. If it never exceeds... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Clay Hills road in a Passenger car!?! | Was good as of sunday the 24th. | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Durango Camping Beta | Hey everyone, I was looking to get some beta on car camping spots in Durango. We will be going to the play park so somewhere close would be... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Ruby Horsethief camping now through Rec.gov | Yeah, quick is right. I did a little bit of looking around. Rec.gov has at least one daily lottery- Half Dome hiking permits. So, the... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Whitewater Forum : JK Fun 1 - seeking |
Author: otterend Subject: JK Fun 1 - seeking Posted: 26 Apr 2016 at 1:43pm Seeking a Jackson Fun 1. Let me know if you've got one that needs a new home. I've got a young one who is ready to learn and get out on the river. Chris |
Professor Paddle | Washington, Oregon and vicinity | |
| Is this the right fishing raft? | ---Quote (Originally by spider)--- I'm with sembob, cats are crap in low water loaded with floors and such. Save 500$ more dollars and buy a 10.5'... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else | |
| Durango Camping Beta | There's an forest service improved campground about 4 miles west of Durango on 25th st/ CR 204. That's about as close as you'll get. It has nice... | Mountain Buzz | Colorado, Western US and everywhere else |
