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theft deterrent raft/trailer

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I wonder if a used one of these could be found and placed on the chain you run through the d-ring, wheel and stake pocket: Auto TASER® Weapon...

Lower Blue/Jurassic - Max Limit for Floating?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Been searching for the answer in historical threads and there seems to always be a lot of confusion in responses referencing the Upper Blue (Below...

Boating in Oregon this thursday or friday?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hey there, If you are coming through Bend we can definately get out for a lap on the deschutes. Give me a call at 303 887 5015. Eric

theft deterrent raft/trailer

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I used a shackle style padlock for the receiver pin, that was sold for the purpose. When I lost the key, I figured I had a fight on my hands. It...

Invite and Search for Tips: Hell's Canyon

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Wow, guys - thank you all so much for sharing your knowledge! It is truly appreciated! Gotta love the Idaho Spirit!

Bogan Canyon wood

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Anyone been in there this year? Any new trees or logs this season? Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz

Help picking Sawyer Oars

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The shoal cut blade design is for fishing. I know people who row with the square tops but I personally don't like them. The shaft and blade is...

Raft seat ideas?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I sat on coolers/boxes early in my rowing career, but got tired of getting knocked off my seat in big water hits. A tractor seat holds your ass in...

Recent Big T beta

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Indeed the the character has changed considerably as it is much cleaner now(no cottonwoods). Culverts still there and impassable concrete bridge...

Boating in Oregon this thursday or friday?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Anyone around OR and wanting to boat Brietenbush or Carberry Creek... or something on the Deschutes? I'm on my way to the Rogue River and looking to...

Is it really this expensive??

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Stick with the canoe - then the kids can learn to paddle. Really a versatile craft, and no where near as restricting as a raft, and WAY less...

Alternative Multi-Day Raft Trip Ideas

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Wallowa-Grande Ronde from Minam to Heller Bar. One supposed class iv (the narrows) on the run. It's no Middle Fork, but is still a beautiful float....

Packrafting MF Salmon @ High Water

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Sweet footage, Looks like people are developing some skills. Personally, I would not recommend the MFS without a solid combat roll above 5,...

theft deterrent raft/trailer

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Insurance... Get someone you trust and start asking all the questions. It is amazing the cracks that are in the 15minute policy. "So when my...

theft deterrent raft/trailer

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have a fingerprint recognition system for my trailer. If some one not in the system even touches my trailer, large metal spikes shoot out and...

San Juan at high water?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Just pulled in to Clay Hills 6/4 @ 8600. We launched @ 7600 5/27. I've done the San Juan several times. This was the easiest in terms of the...

Is it really this expensive??

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The Thom, Buy a used raft package with frame, oars, and as much other gear as possible. Especially if it comes with a trailer too. You are being...

Packrafting MF Salmon @ High Water

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by mattman)--- There are some good links on this site to Grand Canyon packraft trips, worth checking out for sure. ---End...

San Juan Trimble Camp

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Finished at Clay Hills 6/4. We camped at Grand Gulch.I stopped at Trimble in the morning to take pictures. It's not as bad as some here seem to...

Alternative Multi-Day Raft Trip Ideas

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hey Everyone, Have a trip scheduled for the MF on June 20 but due to the big snow pack this year, chances are looking slim for departure. I...

Snake River - The Narrows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks for posting this. I crossed the Snake this AM going to work this morning after getting back from the San Juan last night. Haven't seen it like...

Rowers needed on Gates of Lodore, 6/25 launch

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Well bummer, wish this was already a cancelation. I would love to join this high flow trip. I am already committed to a high use date. Hope you get...

Lower Eagle train trestle

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I took my 16' cat down last year June 19th. I had to look back and check the gauges. It was about 2600 on the "Below Milk Creek" gauge and about...

Any Lodore picked up cancelations

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Kinda a shot in the dark, but why not. I would like to hop on a Lodore cancelation with a launch between the dates of June 23rd to the 26th. I have...

Packrafting MF Salmon @ High Water

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

There are some good links on this site to Grand Canyon packraft trips, worth checking out for sure.

Have spots for rafts on June 30 Middle Fork trip

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Just FYI for people who are seeing this just now. I am working through people who have already replied. Please don't hesitate to send a pm, but I...

Repair/ Emergency Kit for raft

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I keep my boat repair in an ammo can mounted to my sideboard. It stays nice and dry and it's quick and easy access. Oh and I forgot to mention I also...

Snake River - The Narrows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Just below the takeout for that section. Ordinarily a 15' slot with a play wave. Now... well, this is what it looks like. High consequences for...

theft deterrent raft/trailer

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by seantana)--- Hitch locks and locking hitch pins if you use a removable receiver. Theft is almost always a matter of...

Rowers needed on Gates of Lodore, 6/25 launch

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Like many on this site, we've lost rowers due to high-water concerns. We currently stand at one rower (me) and five passengers. Looking for a...

Lower Eagle train trestle

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

what levels can you make it under the train trestle just down stream from the yacht club in Wolcott? I was thinking of running the Lower eagle...

cooler recommendations

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have a Prospector 103 in stock here in Southern Oregon but would prefer to sell this one local. Please contact me directly for pricing info.

Repair/ Emergency Kit for raft

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Great input, thanks everyone! Now, how are you all storing all of this? And where do you keep it on your boat? Does it differ between day and...

Shoshone Monday or Wednesday

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

running slaughterhouse on wednesday. so far two 12-6 cats and one paddle raft. 2200 or so? put on about 3:30

Beta on Black Boxes of the San Rafael

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

For anyone planning on running the Black Boxes of the San Rafael anytime, here is some beta from our recent trip. We had about 1000 CFS, June 3-4,...

cooler recommendations

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Just got the Canyon 103 too. Really like how it's made to fit in a raft, the latches work great for sitting on a frame and keeps ice cold for days. ...

Main Salmon late June/early July

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

[QUOTE=jamesg;562274]So there is there a way to check the corn creek gauge before hand? Anybody ever get ahold of anyone at the ranger office? I...

Dolores:Pumps to Slickrock in 1 Day

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks. Its part time constraint and part wanting to run it in a 12 foot paddle boat. I'm thinking it could be done in 8 hours?

Little Yampa Canyon canoe trip. Mid June.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'm pretty sure Holley has a .gpx file with the sites labeled. She's currently out floating Yampa Canyon and gets back Saturday or Sunday.

Sexual harassment in the outdoor industry?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by tango)--- But I just want to go on record saying that Outside Magazine is largely a trash publication that I wouldn't even...

Packrafting MF Salmon @ High Water

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thank you for the update on the developing technology and capabilities. Sounds like the proper tool for the job. Please, Please wear a GoPro.

Upper Colorado River fatality 6/5/14

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

So sad for the victim and his/her family/friends. Scary for all of us rafters. But there is a lesson here. Uncoiled bowline. Ugh. Please...