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Rope wrap Carlisles?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 16:31

Thanks everyone for your ideas and for sharing your experience! I appreciate it! I'll post my results when I have some.

Narrows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 16:29

This is a great flow level for all sections.

GC Poll - Takeout?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 16:28

The Grand Canyon doesn't end until Grand Wash at 277....

Found - Kayak Paddle on Clear Creek Aug 11

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 16:21

I assume the paddle you have is a black carbon fiber Werner paddle (Player model specifically, but it wont show on the paddle). The shaft is straight...

Filtering water below Glen Canyon Dam?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 16:10

I'm taking my son, his girlfreind, and a friend on the Glen Canyon to Lee's Ferry float next week and I'm wondering about water quality. I use...

Please don't make fun of me

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 15:53

Manly men aren't intimidated by macho fools- get counterweights. I've had: Sawyer mini magnums Square tops Counterweighted Cataracts Sawyer...

Whitewater Forum : Sky Fail

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity · 08-14-2015 at 15:46

Author: SlackkinhardSubject: Sky FailPosted: 14 Aug 2015 at 3:46pmRaining hard here in Mukilteo. Hopin that 'spike' happens :)

Whitewater Forum : Sky Fail

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity · 08-14-2015 at 15:38

Author: SlackkinhardSubject: Sky FailPosted: 14 Aug 2015 at 3:38pmI had hopes it would get above 500.....dern it

Rogue river air quality

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 15:36

Last SUNDAY the smoke came into the Rogue Ranch area half way through the day and it got thick enough to smell it and burn my eyes a bit. When I...

Deso camps, Ute permits, etc

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 15:29

We elected not to camp at a couple of spots after seeing evidence of flash floods and low lying tent spots. Be aware of what the ground is trying to...

Anyone carry a sand stake this way?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 15:25

One of the companies I worked for had many guides do this, I did it for a bit too when I was a newbie (All the while thinking it wasn't the best...

10th Annual Poudre Gnarrows Race August 1st at Noon

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 15:16

I won't make it off work in time, but ya'll should head out to gore after and appreciate the Kremmling demolition derby Saturday night. It's more fun...

Found - Kayak Paddle on Clear Creek Aug 11

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 15:14

My buddy lost a paddle there about a month ago. I told him to head this way. Thanks!

Whitewater Forum : Getting out as a Beginner

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity · 08-14-2015 at 15:10

Author: koehleaSubject: Getting out as a BeginnerPosted: 14 Aug 2015 at 3:10pmHi all, I just picked myself up a Mamba and am really looking for others to start paddling with. Currently live in north Seattle and have done one all day paddle class. Looking to really get into the sport. Get at me! Ansel Koehler 206-856-7734

Lost Oar in upper C

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 15:06

Lost an oar right by the bench 2 campsite 10' Yellow Cataract SGG with Dynalite blade, counter balanced handle. Case of suds or an 1/8th of...

Dagger freefall

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 15:06

That's not a horrible boat and the price seems good. You can find a cheep back band and close cell foam and you'd have it all comfy in a night in...

Lower Blue

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 15:05

They're bumping flows up to 550. :) Fun level for kayaks.

trib Tomcat...opinions?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 14:28

Aire outfitters has bigger tubes which may give you a bigger load capacity, better stability, and more forgiving. 10 year no questions asked warranty...

Unable to roll

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 14:25

---Quote (Originally by kayak bunny)--- I watched all the videos, including EJ's and as helpful as they are, there is one confusing part that EJ...

Dominguez Canyon - Whitewater take out issues

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 14:07

Thanks for the info. That is a sketchy take out, and not the most user friendly either. Well at lease you had a great time on the rio. Thanks again...

Lower Taylor

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 12:56

Good deal John, that stretch was probably the best for your group situation. That's one of the great things about meeting good people on this forum,...

Anyone carry a sand stake this way?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 11:53

Yeah - several safety issues with original picture. Dry box or captain box for me. I have seen others make a PVC pipe container with a threaded...

Please don't make fun of me

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 10:54

Wood is where it's at. Check out Kenny's custom oars at Blunt Family Paddles. Light, strong, made by a boater, and he'll burn your name into them. ...

Lower Taylor

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 10:35

Thanks Gunner. The Arkansas trip was perfect. Went from Big Bend to Rincon. Even stopped at the Boat House for a bite and a few drinks while the...

Please don't make fun of me

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 08:17

---Quote (Originally by Learch)--- I row a 14 with 9' oars, I like short oars. I had external counterweights and sold them. I have MFX/G's with...

Anyone carry a sand stake this way?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 07:57

please don't but go with stabond. Seriously? Do you use Chinese throwing stars for bochie ball? Careful with your hydrogen cookstove. Trip leader...

Please don't make fun of me

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 06:52

---Quote (Originally by erdvm1)--- DAMN YOU TOO!! "It's ALL good" ---End Quote--- Jesus jumping christ... first you guys let Alex win the...

Please don't make fun of me

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 06:21

I row a 14 with 9' oars, I like short oars. I had external counterweights and sold them. I have MFX/G's with Duramax blades, happy with them. Tough...

Raft trip hit by tree - Costa Rica

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 05:47

My first trip down the Middle Fork we had the misfortune to camp at Tumble Creek. In the dark of the night a rockfall came through camp and...

Dagger freefall

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 04:29

Thinking of getting a cheap hard shell to run creeks that are to shallow/boney for the IK. I saw Dirt bag Paddlers posted a pick of one of these on...

trib Tomcat...opinions?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 04:04

I have had a tomcat for 10 years. It has been a good boat. Make sure you get thigh straps. I also use a round thwart for a seat back and another...

Contaminated Waste Water - Animas

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 03:30

Three people lost their job in 2013 at the IRS or resigned. Same outcome. As far as names try using your Google Box genius. Apparently a lot of...

Royal Gorge - Sunday - 8/16/15

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 03:09

We've moved up the time to 9:00 Sunday morning at Pink House.

Invasive Species Sticker

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 02:35

---Quote (Originally by PhilipJFry)--- I've never had my boat checked in Idaho the whole time I've lived here. get the sticker's every year anyways....

Anybody running Alberton Gorge this weekend?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 02:03

Haven't floated it yet looking to meet up with another boat. Sent from my SM-G900V using Mountain Buzz mobile app

Worst deals out there.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 01:58

Holy cows new winner! Looks as if it would disintegrate if touched. Sent from my SM-G900V using Mountain Buzz mobile app

Grand Canyon - Soap Creek Rapid Changes, 8/13/15

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 01:42

Apparently the recent flash floods have moved rocks around in Soap Creek Rapid on the Grand. Here's the relavent part of the message Ricardo just...

Unable to roll

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 01:28

I learned how to roll primarily by watching Youtube videos and was able to roll up first try using the C to C. Spent some time with an instructor a...

Invasive Species Sticker

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 01:21

---Quote (Originally by cataraftgirl)--- Never been checked by rangers at Corn Creek or Indian Creek, just at the boat check station just over the...

Rogue river air quality

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 01:07

lot of fires in the south oregon and No. Cal. Trying to quage if I may want to sklp the trip next week. Been there when its bad and it doesn't...

Deso camps, Ute permits, etc

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 00:22

FYI - I was at the Fruita rest stop emptying my Groover after Westwater last weekend and talked with a group that just got off Deso. School Boy...

Yet another groover chemical thread

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-14-2015 at 00:03

---Quote (Originally by mattman)--- Got to thinkin', why not just use a small amount of wood ash in place of lime or groover tamer? You are all...

Found:Fly fishing rod between trough rd and Pumphouse

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-13-2015 at 23:15

I found a fly fishing rod on the road going from the trough road to Pumphouse, looks like it flung off someones car. Still in OK shape. Found...

Deso camps, Ute permits, etc

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 08-13-2015 at 23:15

Winds are a crap shoot, but the earlier on the water the better. Watch the forecast for vernal. It's hard to find a bad camp in Deso. With a...