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SLEEPING PADS ?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

It seems like Paco pads have been the standard for many years. Mine has served me well for something like 15 years and those are all I've seen on...

raft storage ideas

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I've been using these...

raft storage ideas

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

So I opted out of the dry box for my raft set up. As a first time raft buyer, I'm curious as to what other people do for storage. I have came across...

Chama Flows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

We pulled a permit for June 9th this year. Right now it is running at 3000. I was wondering if this is a kid friendly level? We were planning on...

Raft stolen from Missoula, MT

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

scum bags. Securing a cable through you trailer/raft is better then nothing. I'll keep an eye out for it in Bozeman. I just bought a Sotar raft. I...

Brief 4/26-5/18 GC TR

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

It's been 10 days since we got off the river and I'm still thinking about what a great trip it was. Also thinking about the next one. :) We had a...

Cheaper alternative to Polymax?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Spenceuiuc, did u get the overlapping or non-overlapping? how much did u order for your frame. i really like the idea of this stuff. thanks!

Whitewater Forum : Upper Green Gorge on Monday

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: KiranSubject: Upper Green Gorge on MondayPosted: 28 May 2017 at 10:03amWould there be any kayakers paddling the upper green gorge that I and a friend can tag along with? We will likely do the entire river as we have a couple of folks who will be paddling the lower green with us We are paddling the lower green today I have paddled the upper gorge a few times but not often enough to "know...

Trying to get back to kayaking!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Here is a link to Seal Skirts fit guide: Seals Sprayskirts - Sizing (http://www.sealsskirts.com/sizing/sizing.php) Women specific skirts have a...

Raft stolen from Missoula, MT

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

This is exactly what I do as well. I run the cable through my drybox as well and if I'm lazy I'll do the same through the handles of my drybags too....

Big drop 2 change?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

RIP The CLAW ( aka mother in law wave) 2008-2017 Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz

Raft stolen from Missoula, MT

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I've secured the raft to the trailer using a long cable and a lock. I run the cable around part of the trailer and the through the floor and around...

Raft trailer roller

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by carvedog)--- Ok. I searched trailer rollers the other day myself and didn't actually find that much. What is EMT? Does...

Boat Ladder for Kids - Opinions on this one?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hi Yarrow, Attach the Rescue Rung to your grab line, which on most boats would be about midway on the tubes. (I placed mine so that it spanned a...

Boat Ladder for Kids - Opinions on this one?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks for the tips, DrAndy. I've thought about the nature of these ladders and imagined exactly what you described. As soon as I decide on one, I...

Rocky Mountain Paddle Cat

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by semievolved)--- That last question was meant for rtsideup and how he attaches a bicycle seat to his raft frame. ---End...

Boat Ladder for Kids - Opinions on this one?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have to stand on the ladder to hold it in the right place for my kids to use (they climb in front of me while I'm standing on the bottom rung) but...

Experienced multi-day oarsman with raft and all gear

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I wish I could do it but I am working a hiking trip in RMNP through 6/24. I would be comfortable at high water and I can support 4-8 people depending...

Trying to get back to kayaking!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hello all! When I was in college I was in a kayak club ( Mansfield University). It was really great, learned how to roll and went out on many...

Raft stolen from Missoula, MT

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Sorry about your boat. Hope it comes back to you. I run a poverty rig. Nobody steals it, they just point and laugh.

Whitewater Forum : 2017 Cupdate Thread

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: JayBSubject: 2017 Cupdate ThreadPosted: 27 May 2017 at 3:59pmOnce again - it's cupdate time. Heading up for some laps, or just over the pass? Post levels and/or hazards here. Mahalo.

Run Away Kayak!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Lost a Red kayak (Perception, Torrent) on the St. Vrain in Lyons on Friday May 26th. It's probably in Kansas by now but let me know if you see it....

Raft stolen from Missoula, MT

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by readNrun)--- I don't mean to hijack this thread but I'm interested to hear how most folks secure (if they do at all) their...

Cat Tubes - Sotar vs Mariavia

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Spanky)--- Hi - Quick down and dirty questions. I am looking for a set of 16'-0" cat tubes for a do it all boat (Two...

Raft trailer roller

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by CROE)--- somebody in Salida, CO builds them any way you want....I bet Riverboat Works in Salida would know....I have 4 of...

Main Salmon Whiplash?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I ran the Main in the mid-2000s, and it was running 97,000 at Whitebird when we launched. I think it was about 11' on the ramp gauge. The river was...

Raft stolen from Missoula, MT

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Bummer. Hope the raft is found. Pro tip - get an insurance policy for your raft. It can be added to your homeowners, and is cheap. Through State...

Raft trailer roller

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Classic Trailer Sales. On I-70 and Ward Rd. They have rollers and winches. 303-467-0601

Can't Add Description to Classified Ad

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have had issues with entries saving to the Description and the Keywords fields. I use Safari 10.1.1, but also had issues with Chrome. I tried...

Lost Raft Trailer Roller on Dolores Shuttle

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Roller came loose on shuttle on Gypsum Valley Road (20R) on 5/20. Roller is 70" long, 3'' diameter, and has 2 hexagon pins. Doesn't do much good...

lost GoPro on the Smith River

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

This should have been in Lost and Found. Admin if you want to move it. Thanks

Boat Ladder for Kids - Opinions on this one?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by richp)--- Hi, Well I have to somewhat disagree with the assertion that ladders are for flatwater. My "GCPBA" ladder (Dave...

Raft trailer roller

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

somebody in Salida, CO builds them any way you want....I bet Riverboat Works in Salida would know....I have 4 of the above referenced Northern...

Gunnison Gorge High Water

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

so any crystal ball for when in June they will get to the 800cfs ballpark? thanks, Chet

Best place to buy dry suits right now

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

My kids have Supernovas with a Tzip (rubber zipper). So far so good, but only been used a little. Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz

Lake Fork - Wire Alert

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The Gunnison sheriff called me last night, and said that the cable across the river is intentional . The rancher told the sheriff that she put it up...

Raft stolen from Missoula, MT

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Will keep my eyes out for a blue AIRE. Blue straps and the brightest light I can park under are my deterrence. I also like parking where I can...

Raft trailer roller

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Electrical Mechanical Tubing. You can get it from your local hardware store for a reasonably inexpensive price, standard length is 10' I believe. The...

Raft trailer roller

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Ok. I searched trailer rollers the other day myself and didn't actually find that much. What is EMT? Does it come in different thicknesses?...

What to wear under dry suit?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The beauty of a kokotat drysuit is that it doesn't matter what you wear under it, you'll be dry! So wear whatever is comfortable. I typically wear...

Raft stolen from Missoula, MT

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I don't mean to hijack this thread but I'm interested to hear how most folks secure (if they do at all) their raft and equipment when inflated and...

What to wear under dry suit?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I wore my Kokatat semi-dry (neoprene neck gasket) suit for 4 days of paddling in Stillwater Canyon on the Green River last month. I was my first time...

Raft trailer roller

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

There's a ton of info on building rollers on this forum. I built a metal one this winter and it was really easy. Use 1 1/4" EMT for the main...

Raft trailer roller

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Trying to do some modification to my trailer. Need to add a roller to the back a would like to get a nice metal one like you see on most trailers. ...

River Treasure!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

My buddies and I pulled a Honda trail 50 out of about five feet of water on the Clark Fork's Alberton Gorge. My friend is a mechanic and got it...