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Upper Colorado 2 Bridges Update

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I usually take the pumphouse gauge and add what the Piney is coming in with.

Cataract Canyon, how much fuel?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

My 2 stroke 8hp pushing a 4 boat barge uses 7 to 8 gallons. I bring 10 just to be safe. More than 1/2 throttle uses more gas but not much more speed....

Paddle Partners

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I would be down to meet up on the Ark. 970-376-3400. My schedule varies, mostly weekdays free, less weekends unfortunately.

Air Pumps. Big Wind for Big Boats.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

"I loan it out to people at the launch all the time." And ... having the means for helping other people at the put-in is a great way to make...

Cataract Canyon, how much fuel?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Just what richp said... only need 1/2 throttle to get the most MPH and the best MPG. I'd bring an extra gallon if possible for the lower section....

Towing with a CVT Transmission?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I just got a 2017 Outback 4 cyl with cvt. I haven't towed but it seems to have a lot of power and just flies over the mountain passes - my old 2000...

Outboard Motor - Deso Trip

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Fire extinguisher (BC, 5# or smaller if you can find one) will be requested by Utah Department of Natural Resources river ranger/patrol that you...

Found Paddle on Taylor

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Found paddle on the Taylor. PM with description.

Total Newb

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Invest in a Sweet drysuit and the most expensive Waka kayak available, immediately. Make sure to get on the gnar before the water drops out - you're...

lost gear on RFR and CO river

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Duckins)--- I heard that was a pretty easy stretch. How'd you guys end up flipping? We were thinking of taking kids next...

Lost Wallet, Radium Upper Launch

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Yeah, I'm an idiot who left my wallet on the bumper then pulled out. Any one out there find a black leather wallet near the ramp or on the road out...

FIRE BAN ON RUBY-HORSETHIEF

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

[QUOTE=BLM Ruby Horsethief;574665]"Just FYI for everyone... Also, as of July 1, 2017 there is a new stipulation on your permit, “No fires are...

San Juan in late summer ?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The San Juan is running about 6K cfs right now. I'm wondering if it's possible to predict if it'll still be runnable (say at least 1K) by...

Towing with a CVT Transmission?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I own a Subaru Crosstrek and pull 1,000lbs with no problems. If you follow the manufacturers recommended weight limits you should be ok. When in the...

Gila River guides through the wilderness available

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

This book is great. My last trip down I found one of Bills oars and he gave me a copy. It would have been really nice to have had this book before my...

Main Salmon - Whiplash at 6'?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Matthew73)--- PS - Congrats on managing the logistics for a combined MF/Main/Lower trip. That's been on my radar for years...

Cataract Canyon, how much fuel?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Yea the lake is much higher then it's been since about 2011, so I would say taking some extra gas wouldn't be a bad idea Sent from my iPhone...

Towing with a CVT Transmission?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'm on the market for a new used car and may be ready to move on from a manual transmission to an automatic, since sticks are getting tougher to...

Old Hyside vs. New Tributary

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Ten years on my trib...... and she still floats like a dream... go new you'll love her

Main Salmon - Whiplash at 6'?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

PS - Congrats on managing the logistics for a combined MF/Main/Lower trip. That's been on my radar for years but I have never been able to pull it...

Urban paddling.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

A few words and some POV from a fun day out, here: Big Wheel Building: Urban paddling. (http://lacemine29.blogspot.com/2017/06/urban-paddling.html)

Lost Paddle on the Ark- werner stikine

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Its probably stuck somewhere between BV and River Runners. Paddle is a carbon werner stickine, small bent shaft, 5 degree offset. Should have my name...

Montana rivers

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by fishingraft)--- Does anyone float the ruby, big hole, or beaverhead? I'll be in Dillon for a while in July and wondering if...

Total Newb

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Swimming is fun. Start enjoying bouncing down rivers and your fear will disappear. Get a wetsuit, makes romancing the stones much less painful.

Outboard Motor - Deso Trip

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Just got of the river yesterday. Just under 17k when we launched. We did end up using the motor and it was definitely worth it. The put in was...

Main Salmon - Whiplash at 6'?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Matthew73)--- Hello Buzzards, Can someone tell me what happens at Whiplash with water levels around 6' at Corn Creek? I...

Total Newb

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Lessons, lessons, lessons. Don' rely o videos or a buddy who says he is an awesome boater. Seek out an ACA certified instructor. Paddling is...

Lost large JK Zen

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I lost my kayak on the eagle source above redcliff when things got dark and a little hairy. It's a large purple/green/blue tidy Jackson Zen. I'm...

Main Salmon - Whiplash at 6'?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hello Buzzards, Can someone tell me what happens at Whiplash with water levels around 6' at Corn Creek? I launch with a group on June 30 and I...

Old Hyside vs. New Tributary

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

i own a tributary 16hd, its been a great boat... so i would go with the trib... new boat with warranty vs good condition used boat (he didn't say it...

Old Hyside vs. New Tributary

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hello everyone, After much saving I am finally in a position that I can buy my own raft but the options I am faced with seem daunting. I am mostly...

DIY Raft Pads - am I nuts?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Yellow attracts bugs. I don't like bugs. Is there a reflective silver (not grey) coating anywhere?

Eagle County Kayakers, WTF?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Sooo...anybody wanna run Gilman tomorrow then? Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz

The Art/Science of Rigging

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hey Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz

Lost PFD Twin Bridges Upper Colorado

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

PFD life jacket was a red Stohlquist Descent with river knife. Fingerless gloves were attached to the shoulders. Lost 6/24/17 around 2-4pm. Please...

Cataract Canyon, how much fuel?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Keep in mind the lake is up so you are going to need gas for at least 15 miles of almost lake water Sent from my iPad using Mountain Buzz

lost gear on RFR and CO river

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I heard that was a pretty easy stretch. How'd you guys end up flipping? We were thinking of taking kids next week, but might opt for something...

MF Salmon: Log Jam Above Velvet?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

*From the FS site MIDDLE FORK BOATERS:* *CAUTION: Boater Hazard Report - at Rock Island, there are two large logs on the center rock that are...

Cataract Canyon, how much fuel?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I would suspect you would be able to knockout all of the flat water with 5 gallons of gas. With strong headwinds or poor MPG for some other reason I...

Poudre- Mish to BTO sunday

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

A few of us meeting at Ted's at 10am. Feel free to join. Blue Aires on trailers.

Lodging for 12 in Buena Vista

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Im traveling to BV on Aug 10 and I'm looking for lodging. I tried VRBO and Airbnb but not a lot there for a group this size. Does anyone have...

Cataract Canyon, how much fuel?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hi, The only time I decided to check it, I got 25 mpg pushing a three boat barge with my NRS cat and a five horse Honda, with moderate headwinds. ...

"Abysmo" trip report

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Great write up Oliver! Thanks for sharing

Found paddle board paddle at Dinkle lake

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hey Tim. I'm listing for a buddy Mike Shook who left the paddles at dinkle lake. There was an adult Werner and a kids paddle. Mikes phone number is...

Pinned Drift boat on The Upper Colorado

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

There is a pinned drift boat just below needles eye on the Pump House to Radium section. It is on river right about ten feet off shore where the...