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My scariest moment on a river. Period.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 12:55

---Quote (Originally by Blade&Shaft)--- You guys are idiots that think there's nothing scary about that. That could have ended way way worse,...

Best cataraft floor

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 12:34

---Quote (Originally by Brotorboat)--- Hdpe starboard is a good option...easy to work with. ---End Quote--- I really want to try an HDPE floor but...

NRS seat bar weld failures

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 12:13

---Quote (Originally by Riverbound)--- In my group we are on our 3rd seat replacement now. The lowback NRS seats keep filling up with water. Check...

Whitewater Forum : Tumwater clip

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity · 07-27-2015 at 12:02

Author: water wackoSubject: Tumwater clipPosted: 27 Jul 2015 at 12:02pmTumwater is challenging, sure. The water is cool too. Here's a short clip of two rapids in the grandest canyon of the Wenatchee. Enjoy responsibly. http://creeksides.blogspot.com/2015/07/grand-canyon-of-wenatchee.html

need opinions on new tributary rafts

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 11:59

It's my opinion that the Tribs have the best bang for the buck. The only reason I don't have one right now is because I don't like the new darker...

El Nino in Grand

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 04:55

For those of you who don't habla espanol... el nino means...the nino

Best cataraft floor

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 04:52

Hdpe starboard is a good option...easy to work with.

Information About Inflatable Boat Manufactures Wanted

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 04:22

Long time listener, first time poster... Anyhow a couple more I can think of: 1. WaterWolf - kind of a convertible micro-cat/IK with two extremely...

Clear Creek Video: Dumont Down.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 04:05

Wow, that is a great video. I really like the two camera set up. The editing was fantastic too. Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz

El Nino in Grand

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 03:40

All other tropical storms must bow before el niño https://m.youtube.com/?#/watch?v=IvmeUStFvz8

Arron Williams I found your throw bag

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 03:35

---Quote (Originally by dafewillis)--- "Won't the real Aaron Williams please stand up... Please stand up... Please stand up?!?" ---End Quote---...

Looking to join a Westwater trip Aug. 3rd to 8th

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 03:32

A buddy and I, would be really interested and grateful if anyone has 2 open spots for 2 boats for a Westwater between August 3 to 8th. We are both...

Do I Need New Tires for the Deso Shuttle?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 03:13

Sweet. New offroad tires cost like $225 a piece. I think I will go down to the tire store and feel good about buying an extra spare and call it good....

My scariest moment on a river. Period.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 03:08

Holy shit good save goodnoughc way to stay with it .....but what's with the guy with no life jacket Sent from my iPad using Mountain Buzz

Has anybody gone down deso

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 02:51

Thanks for all the info. I really appreciate it.

Do I Need New Tires for the Deso Shuttle?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 02:21

:-D That's what I wanted to hear. Only got the one spare but I think it's brand new. Any dissenting opinions?

My scariest moment on a river. Period.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 02:21

Doesn't have a dog but pretty scary for us. https://vimeo.com/68476394

Transition from IK to Hardshell

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 02:14

I agree with Phil U & Nessy - the play park is a great place to progress your roll & other skills in a relatively safe situation but better to do...

Fire ban for Salmon Idaho?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-27-2015 at 01:17

We were just on the shoup day section on the salmon, and amazingly the fire signs say "moderate". It really wasn't that dry, at least not compared...

El Nino in Grand

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 23:58

We were in the Grand Jan 2010 during what was a "moderate" (though the strongest since '98 ) El Nino pattern. Oscillated from warm temps (shorts...

Information About Inflatable Boat Manufactures Wanted

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 23:58

---Quote (Originally by mikepart)--- Roiken came out of campways as I understand. ---End Quote--- Sent from my SM-S765C using Mountain Buzz...

El Nino in Grand

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 22:45

I live not far from GC they said last year we were gonna be swimming in snow. Didn't get hardly a flake. Be prepped for anything... we launch12.8.15

Burnt Ranch Gorge at low flows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 22:42

---Quote (Originally by jdallas)--- What kind of craft were you in? ---End Quote--- I was in a Shreddar and it was awesome. My buddies were in...

Clear Creek Video: Dumont Down.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 22:24

Looks like a lot of fun, and nice editing!

Snake River through Hells Canyon video - 7/6/15-7/11/15

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 22:18

Embedded is a 6-minute video of our Hell's Canyon trip from July 6-11, 2015 running the class III and IV rapids. Video shot with a gopro hero 3+...

Best cataraft floor

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 21:17

---Quote (Originally by duct tape)--- Digging up an old post for a new question. I'm luke warm on the Polymax having tried it for something else...

El Nino in Grand

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 21:07

I am putting on in february as well, It will be my first winter Grand trip. I am interested in this as well. I just see in reports that high...

Best camp sites in the Gunnsion Gorge

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 21:04

---Quote (Originally by blairbrady)--- Thanks. About the Smith Fork & swimming hole: Can you tell me how far down it is located? If there a camping...

Burnt Ranch Gorge at low flows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 20:56

Run that shit! its fun and still kind of big at those levels. I ran it last year at about the same level and it was amazingly good to go.

need opinions on new tributary rafts

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 20:53

On the Arkansas river, I have seen a lot of Tribs floating down Numbers and Browns canyon. I even got a good boof of one a few week again. It felt...

Grand Canyon 1975 Explorers Post 20

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 20:39

I also loved the double oars and the decked canoe. Technology has certainly changed on the rafts since then. Great video. I launch for the first...

Lost repair kit at Ruby Mtn, Arkansas River 7/25/15

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 20:37

Benevolent boater community, lost an ammo can type repair kit at Ruby Mtn. Put in, around 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. on 7/25/15. No real distinguishing...

Lost Arkansas River 7/25/15

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 20:37

Benevolent boater community, lost an ammo can type repair kit at Ruby Mtn. Put in, around 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. on 7/25/15. No real distinguishing...

Best camp sites in the Gunnsion Gorge

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 20:06

Thanks. About the Smith Fork & swimming hole: Can you tell me how far down it is located? If there a camping site in that location?

Burnt Ranch Gorge at low flows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 20:01

Anyone out there have any info on burnt ranch gorge at the current flow? I think it's just below 500. I was wondering how r2 in a mini-max might play...

Possibility of a last minute Lodore 7/30 to 8/3

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 20:01

out of 19 private Lodore runs,out of 30 yrs trying,ive pulled half off here on the buzz,posted by folks who'd never post again.Just was trying to pay...

need opinions on new tributary rafts

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 19:52

I have not seen any HD Tribs out on the water - commercial or private. In terms of durability I think it is probably fair to expect at the very least...

Transition from IK to Hardshell

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 19:05

No, on the play boat.Yes on lessons. Good technique and good habits are best learned first time around. Friends teaching could be good if they are in...

Grand Canyon 1975 Explorers Post 20

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 19:01

Great video! I think the decked canoe on the trip was an 'Easy Rider'. Excellent boat, I got sold mine when we moved to Az. Regretted it after my...

Information About Inflatable Boat Manufactures Wanted

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 18:59

---Quote (Originally by raftman55)--- Riken of Japan made numerous hypalon boats that can still be found floating down Northwest rivers. They sold...

Transition from IK to Hardshell

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 18:17

While I am using and Alpacka and not a hardshell, I went with a hardshelling friend to the play park in Montrose and learned so much in a comfortable...

Information About Inflatable Boat Manufactures Wanted

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 18:03

Riken of Japan made numerous hypalon boats that can still be found floating down Northwest rivers. They sold all their plans years ago to NRS and...

Raft Porn Needed -Let's see them rigs!!!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 17:34

Added side boards and got my bimini mounted, gearing up for the lower Salmon in a week!

River Menus: Stepping Up My Game

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 17:13

"We go on the river to do all sorts of things, including eating great food. The river can accommodate us all. Phillip" restrac2000 got it just...

Middle Fork of the Salmon SUP

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 07-26-2015 at 17:03

In case anyone was curious. I did bring it and used it for the middle section. I inflated it at Indian Creek and used it until we reached Tappan...