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Chinle Wash & 8-Foot Camp Info? - San Juan

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

When I floated by 8ft camp about a month ago it didn't look like much. There wasn't a beach really, looked like a big carry up to a bench. It was...

Gear Swap - Salt Lake City - April 9

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by riverdoghenry)--- It was not possible on Saturday, because other businesses are also using the parking lot, except for...

Rig to flip...

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Why limit yourself? I'd recommend something like a NRS Bighorn frame that'll be very adjustable and that you can run back east in stripped-down mode,...

Alberton Gorge Overnight trip

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have only done it as a day trip. It seems that there are several camp spots, that are usually occupied on weekends....possibly just by picnickers,...

Smith River

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

It's @ 178 hrs now and dropping. Typically my cutoff is around 200 depending on weather, trip length and the group in with. I've gone as low as...

Thoughts on changing the Westwater permit system?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

What really makes the WW system shine is how responsive the BLM is to river runners. For Grand Canyon, the NPS says follow-ups happen pretty...

Whitewater Forum : Tilton tomorrow?

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: olyyakerSubject: Tilton tomorrow?Posted: 04 Apr 2017 at 8:51amAnyone up for a run? Mark 360-789-2361

Whitewater Forum : Upper Green Putin house

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: HINDSSubject: Upper Green Putin housePosted: 04 Apr 2017 at 8:52amSpring time is here! JD and Steve and I got some great river running in friday. Hope you guys are as pumped for the Sunshine as I am. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RionQr7_2fY

Gear Swap - Salt Lake City - April 9

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by cataraftgirl)--- I wish this was on Saturday, I'd be there in a heartbeat. Sunday is a no go. ---End Quote--- It was not...

MF Salmon Dig-out

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

If you start digging on the 15th there is a chance we will be able to get in for our June 10th trip. Slim but a chance.

Thoughts on changing the Westwater permit system?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Andy H.)--- WTF? You're kidding me. *The only thing I can think of is that the person who started the page must 1) have...

Improving 4-Rivers and Dinosaur Permit Systems

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I found the smoking gun: It appears scalpers are using automated programs to instantly snag cancellations for Yosemite reservations on rec.gov. ...

Hyside Urethane repair

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'm usually a DIY kinda guy, but if I ever do a Urethane coating I'll take it to a professional (like the guy in the previous post). I don't think...

Rig to flip...

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

or just scroll thru pages and pages of different setups in the raft porn thread ...

Oar tower placement on four bay frame

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by garystrome)--- * A stern frame is the most inefficient frame ever conceived. It afford the boatman a place to sit whilst...

Hyside Urethane repair

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I am going to follow this thread. I just purchased an older Hyside with same issues, holds air great but chafers are pealing off. I created a thread...

Linex coating for bottom chafers

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Urethane made for rafts has huge elongation properties that allow it to flex and stay bonded while it flexes. From what I understand Linex is...

Rope Wrap on Oars? Why?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Gary, Are you going to give me an address so I can send you a piece to "compare in a formal environment"?

Rig to flip...

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Welcome to MB posting! Under search threads, "oar rig questions" has multiple posts and pics. Enjoy!

Chinle Wash & 8-Foot Camp Info - San Juan

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Chinle camp is large and you won't have an issue picking a site. Camp on the beach, camp up under the cottonwoods.... you have choices. I wouldn't...

Gear Swap - Salt Lake City - April 9

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by cataraftgirl)--- I wish this was on Saturday, I'd be there in a heartbeat. Sunday is a no go. ---End Quote--- It was not...

Linex coating for bottom chafers

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have an older Hyside that I just purchased the chafers are wearing off the bottom side. I have a friend that sprays Linex, and was wondering if I...

Oar tower placement on four bay frame

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Critter70)--- So I'm putting a 88 inch long four bay frame on an nrs e150. My issues are if I'm sitting on a 16 inch wide...

Yampa permit for April 7

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

Rope Wrap on Oars? Why?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by elkhaven)--- I stand corrected, my apologies for my negative attitude. ---End Quote--- You know not the vestiges of...

Calling all IK'ers! Paddle length questions.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I am also coming from a hardshell kayak background, and have a number of 197cm AT ergonomic shaft paddles. I have always used those for IK'ing, they...

Whitewater Forum : Silly Stilly Watch 2017

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: Cloud9Subject: Silly Stilly Watch 2017Posted: 03 Apr 2017 at 10:34pmIf levels cooperate a friend and I are planning to run the Stilly and the Sauk on Thursday, meeting in granite falls at 10:30. These are both new runs for us, so we'd love more friends to join or tips and beta, especially about where specifically take outs and put ins are!

13.5 ' raft options

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Get the Aire, they roll up just fine (that's how I keep mine) and will last 30+ years if taken care of. I prefer them as paddleboats to anything NRS...

Gear Swap - Salt Lake City - April 9

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'll dig through the storage and see if anything is ready to pass along. Will probably bring some oars and Watershed bags to sell. Cheers!

Gear Swap - Salt Lake City - April 9

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'll dig through the storage and see if anything is ready to pass along. Will probably bring some oars and Watershed bags to sell. Cheers!

Yampa permit for April 7

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Just checking rec.gov for open permits and saw a Yampa permit available for this Friday, April 7. Hope someone can claim it and put it to good use,...

Seedskadee Float/Fish

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks for the response and the encouragement. I'm sure we will enjoy our adventure in Wyoming, that usually isn't hard.

North Fork Flathead outfitter

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

We will all be flying in- airport tbd Sent from my SM-G935V using Mountain Buzz mobile app

Guy got damn lucky! - Strainer Hit

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by fella)--- "hold mah beer, watch this" ---End Quote--- YEEHAW!!!!!

13.5 ' raft options

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Yeah a cat is a great option if you're not hauling the kitchen sink but if you're looking at a 13.5' raft you'll probably want a 15' or better cat...

Rescue gear - what goes where?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by FallingH20)--- When I wear a rescue vest I keep the tow tether on the ring. It loops under my dominant arm and then clips to...

West Fork Bruneau.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Some really beautiful images in there Mike, great framing with the landscape.

Complimentary Instruction at Durango Poll Sessions

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

For any interested parties... I volunteer now through May at the Durango Rec Center Pool Sessions on Tuesday nights. I pack video analysis technology...

North Fork Flathead outfitter

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

A couple years ago, we were in your shoes. The people that had to rent rafts, rented with Crosscurrents out of Craig, assuming a Smith trip. ...

Deso May 19th

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have Deso May 19th and there is room for some more. 6 days with one lay over. Let me know soon !!!!!!!

13.5 ' raft options

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

How about an Outcast PAC 1200 cataraft? The tubes are made by AIRE. Sounds like it fits what you are looking for and probably half the price. I...

Jarbidge Spring Break - Trip Report

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks for the write up and pics, and nice work. Glad you guys made it down without too many issues. Glad to hear you guys weren't dodging wood ...

Chinle Wash & 8-Foot Camp Info - San Juan

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

In late May I plan to camp on the Navajo side of the San Juan - 2 nights at Chinle Wash and one night at Lower Eight Foot. I have reqd. permits from...