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Gunnison beta

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

We haven't run it all the way to the reservoir (just take out at the bottom of Hartman Rocks area), but can't remember any obstacles really at all...

Looking for rafting families to hook up with

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hi! We have spots on our Hell's Canyon permit. We are planning on launching June 16, but also have a June 24 permit as well (we will take whichever...

Pin hole repair

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

UV boat repair by Loon. Kind of like instant Aquaseal without the wait for hours.

Grand Canyon Threatened by Uranium Mining

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Friend just emailed this to me. Mining companies want access to vast areas north of the Grand Canyon to mine for uranium. They're asking the...

Raft seat ideas?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Why wouldn't you mount the seat to the rear bar of the rowing frame? It's not like there's a bunch of room for mounting boxes and whatnot. ...

Hiking into the Grand Canyon to meet up with trip

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Tapeats or Deer Creek would be the obvious choice. As others have said, the Canyon is a different beast to hike in/out and timing can be very tricky....

Anyone use Cal Topo for map making

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

A friend told me about Cal topo and how I can add different maps/layers. I figured I could use these for hiking as well for rafting. It's a little...

Arkansas Flow

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Can't find it but has been posted many times, want to say second or third weekend in August, or maybe August 15. I think only 750 is "gaurenteed" if...

Sexual harassment in the outdoor industry?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I don't have anything specifically to contribute and I know the OP didn't phrase it this way, but its not just men on women. My wife works in higher...

Invite and Search for Tips: Hell's Canyon

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks guys! These are some awesome tips that I'm going to take note of in our river guide. I didn't realize we could stay at Scotty's - that will...

Hiking into the Grand Canyon to meet up with trip

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

As a Grand Canyon hiking guide and experienced Grand Canyon boater I would strongly suggest you tell your friends that want to come in on Day 12 to...

Lost Paddle on South Fork of the Rio Grande

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Lost a paddle on the South Fork of the Rio Grande yesterday. It's a straight shaft Werner, small shaft, orange-ish blades. Probably will still have...

Invite and Search for Tips: Hell's Canyon

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

You should not have a bug problem. Scout those two and you will not have any problems (see video below). I do Hells every year, love it. ...

Marsh Creek, Boundary Road & MF Salmon High water....

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The SWE is 9.8" this morning at Banner. In the past we've been able to bust through with shovels, chainsaws & 4WD when it gets below 9" so I suspect...

Blue River flows below Green Mountain Res.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I ran it last night, the tree from last year past hermans bridge has been cut and now blocks the right channel just past the big rock in middle of...

Arkansas Flow

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

This weekend we got a good taste of the nice snow melt flow on the Ark, and the question was posed to me - when does the flow "turn off"? I didn't...

Clear Creek of the Ark is Clean

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

For now. 2 Laps on Saturday- first two gorges are passable without portaging. Still plenty of wood all over the place (like usual). Several loose...

Pin hole repair

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have had good results with toobseal I repaired an 80's hyside duck last year and it is still working great this season.

Chama logistics

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have a Rio Chama trip coming up third weekend in July. Assuming they are still producing adequate flows for my 14 footer, I'm trying to decide the...

Deso Grays best camps in June

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Sorry, maybe some bad beta. Was referring to camp below Wire Fence, and above 3 Fords, if one exists. I'm at work and don't have book. Our group...

theft deterrent raft/trailer

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hitch locks and locking hitch pins if you use a removable receiver. Theft is almost always a matter of convenience, if someone really truly wants to...

Steven's-on-down tonight

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

5pm. Rafters, kayakers, anyone welcome. Also looking to run Rustic Tuesday or Wednesday. Bruce 970-988-6038

Found 2 blue pfd's & neoprene top Hecla

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Private boater handed us some gear that was left at Hecla Junction yesterday Sunday 6/4 around mid day. 2 blue pfd's & neoprene top found at Hecla...

Lost bag of straps - Steamboat River Creek Park

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I seem to have lost a black mesh bag of straps at the ramp on Walton Creek at River Creek Park in Steamboat. I'm guessing this happened on or around...

2017 Dolores high water Discussion

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Image: http://www.dwr.state.co.us/SurfaceWater/ChartImg.axd?i=chart_0_281.png&g=6c16a1ede7254abfb6c84a28e1368ddc Boating will be a main consideration...

Raft seat ideas?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Build a wood dry box and mount your seat on it. You can try a search on home made dry boxes for Ideas.

Lost IR skirt Poudre Park day use area

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Dismay swept across my face as I realize today that I left my brand new IR royale skirt at the poudre park day use area under horseshoe hole on the...

Deso Grays best camps in June

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Check out Riverbrain (Green River - Desolation Canyon - River Brain (http://www.riverbrain.com/run/show/5?run=Desolation+Canyon#/camps)) There are a...

Blue River flows below Green Mountain Res.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Was hoping for someone to chime in on beta about the strainer. That one looks a bit rough. Soggy keep us posted.

Live river cams Idaho Montana

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

i've been watching this cam for about 3 months, highest i've seen it, to the sign (opposite side). any estimate on the cfs at this point? without any...

Lower Taos box shuttle buddies June 8 or 9

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hi, Two kayakers looking to arrange a shuttle on the Lower Taos Box with on Thursday or Friday June 8 or 9. We are also open to share the cost of a...

Invite and Search for Tips: Hell's Canyon

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hello! We have a permit for Hell's Canyon (Dam to Heller) launching June 16 - June 20. (We also have a permit for June 24 in case the weather...

Have spots for rafts on June 30 Middle Fork trip

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hi fellow boaters - I had a bunch of rafts fall off my MF trip. Looking for some rafts. Water levels will start high - 5.5? - but should drop down...

Looking for buddies

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Check out Colorado Whitewater - Home (http://www.coloradowhitewater.org) Colorado based club with novice trips and instruction etc.

Shoshone Monday or Wednesday

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Water is coming up quickly! Anyone want to run Shoshone this afternoon (Monday) or Wednesday afternoon? I'm in a 14' cataraft.

Pin hole repair

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

You might try Aquaseal. I have used it on tiny leaks in difficult spots with great success. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Mountain Buzz mobile app

Deso Grays best camps in June

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by duct tape)--- River was way crowded last week. Campsite plans are almost a waste of time as many are full unless you get on...

Deso Grays best camps in June

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

River was way crowded last week. Campsite plans are almost a waste of time as many are full unless you get on river early and stop before 2. With...

Installing D Rings with HH 66

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

That HB 66 stuff is great for gluing webbing together. I made a sort of net style drop bag using a fair bit of it and it is surprising how strong the...

2017 Colorado Wooden Boat Float

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

COWBF #7 July 29th and 30th, Upper Colorado River. Thanks to Tommyknocker Brewery, Downriver Equipment, Sawyer Oars, Cutthroat Anglers, Moore...

Repair/ Emergency Kit for raft

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

ill add, screwdrivers, chanel locks, electrical tape, tent pole repair kit, heavy duty zip ties ,scissors, glue/brush/material/roller, ratchet with...

Deso Grays best camps in June

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I really enjoyed the camp below Chandler Falls on the left. You need a Ute permit, but it's certainly worth it. Nice sandy beach with scattered sites...

Dry bag or mesh bag for my pin kit and rope?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

My pin kit is in a dry bag. I keep it attached to the frame right next to my seat. Easy to grab if needed. I check the stuff in it at the beginning...

Deso Grays best camps in June

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Reserve a screen cabin at Sand Wash. Your group will thank you for it!

Packrafting MF Salmon @ High Water

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I ran Marsh/Middle/Main in a packraft a few weeks ago. We put on at 6.8' and dropping. It was fast, intense, consequential read and run paddling --...