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Carbondale Boatramp Improvement Workday

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

No raining at all, those are excellent questions. - Pink Bridge is the boatramp we are working on - And yes, I, too, am unsure why a 'kayak...

14 foot E140 rafts

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

How much? Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz

Rescue gear - what goes where?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

When I wear a rescue vest I keep the tow tether on the ring. It loops under my dominant arm and then clips to the front of my vest where I can get to...

Kayak in Ecuador with Small World Adventures.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Image: http://www.smallworldadventures.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/liam-serpentine.jpg Adventure Kayaking in Ecuador since 1993 Small World...

Wavesport diesel 70

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I used to have a diesel 70 and was at the top of the weight range. My advice would be to get something different. Sat to low in the water at that...

Oar tower placement on four bay frame

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I am sure there will be many opinions from the master frame builders out there but I run a very similar (2 inches shorter) 4 bay frame on my 16 foot...

Hyside Urethane repair

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks for the info. I'm going to remove and replace patches that are pulling up and then urethane over with a roller. I watched the system 6 videos,...

MadCatr tomato sticks!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Wait till Great Wall hears this. Everyone knows this is not true. There is no way that one of his frames would need a modification. And if by some...

Kids Kayaking In Grand Canyon

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks Tom. I am going to share this with the newbies going on our Grand trip this summer!

Hyside Urethane repair

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'm a huge fan of the System 6 (and equivalent) urethane coatings. I watched as my first boat got through impossible situations without a puncture....

Gunk on drybox lid - how to remove?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by climbdenali)--- That's ridiculous. GooGone contains nothing of the sort. See SDS here:...

Utah whitewater gear

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Skyman)--- I've got two thwarts from my 156R I will be selling at the swap. I'll probably never use it as a paddle rig so I...

Verde river

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Has anyone done the run between Beasley Flat and Sheep Bridge?

Rescue gear - what goes where?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I've seen guys keep prussic cords and tethers like that wrapped around their waist clipped with a carabiner. I've never felt the need to keep one on...

MadCatr tomato sticks!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

He's a great fella, I met him at a local club meeting a few months ago. We had some friends pick up a frame from him that night too, they were pretty...

Jarbidge Spring Break

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The roads can be a class IV-V too, they were very wet and sloppy even on top. Glad you had fun, can't wait to hear about it.

Kids Kayaking In Grand Canyon

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

RRFW Riverwire - Kids Kayaking In Grand Canyon April 2, 2017 Some people say do-it-yourself river running in Grand Canyon is just for young...

Anyone interested in Westwater April 1st

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hey Steve. Sorry. I didn't get your message in time. I didn't see it until I got back today. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using Mountain Buzz...

MadCatr tomato sticks!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

So Dave had my frame done and I was all paid up in November 2016 but with life, work, and a really rough winter it's literally taken this long for me...

Rescue gear - what goes where?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Check - mesh beverage pocket in front of the Stohlquist Decent PFD. Good place for a post-paddling cold one. Thanks for the recommendation.

Carbondale Boatramp Improvement Workday

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Which "carbondale boat ramp" is this. RFOV didn't specify either. Pink Bridge? under the hotel? Why do kayakers need a separate launch? I've launched...

Opinions on used NRS

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

That boat has a bunch of problems that will continue to get worse. Even if you try to start fixing some of them. Put your money into something...

Rescue gear - what goes where?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'd recommend some beer.

Calling all IK'ers! Paddle length questions.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Walmart has introduced a 220 cm paddle just recently in store with a light composite shaft, not the usual aluminum one, and with fairly large curved...

I'm calling bull shit

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Just about anything on the Buzz can be reported to the moderation team along with whatever complaint you want to make. For ads, click on the "Product...

I'm calling bull shit

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by climbdenali)--- It may make more sense at MtProject than here, but I don't think it seems like a scam. We have a...

Carbondale Boatramp Improvement Workday

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'm signed up. Looking forward to helping out. Sent from my iPad using Mountain Buzz

Opinions on used NRS

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

"It does have some dry rot" = nope. That boat must be at least 25 years old. My buddy had one and it wasn't the most durable boat even when new. ...

Seedskadee Float/Fish

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I am going to be in Utah/Wyoming later in April and my dad will also be traveling through. I was thinking about meeting him up near Seedskadee for a...

I'm calling bull shit

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

yo dude if you're looking for a job you could come work for me! get paid in penis..... or was it peanuts

PaddleFest 2017 Safety Kayakers

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

PaddleFest (https://www.ckspaddlefest.com/) is looking for some experienced kayakers and rafters to help with safety boating shifts at PaddleFest...

Opinions on used NRS

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hi Everyone! Would any one mind chiming in on this boat? Used on CL in the area. I'm not desperate but interested if it's worth anything. ...

Calling all IK'ers! Paddle length questions.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

My wife and I have done a lot of self support trips on JPW Pack cats, essentially the same as duckies. She prefers a lighter, slightly smaller blade...

Jarbidge Spring Break

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

That is a great teaser - glad you had a good trip and we are waiting for the TR.

San Juan launch 12 of April trip coordination

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hey anybody launching this same day from sand island , that we can coordinate a shuttle with to save some money? If not I can use jim but was hoping...

Rescue gear - what goes where?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'm planning to take a 2-day swift water rescue clinic in May and have been gathering various rescue gear per the recommended equip list for the...

Wavesport diesel 70

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The Diesel could be an OK boat for you. It is what I teach and guide out of most often. It is like my 4Runner. It gets the job done but is...

Rope Wrap on Oars? Why?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I stand corrected, my apologies for my negative attitude.

MF Salmon Dig-out

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks for the Beta, We are going up actually on the 14th in hopes to get in for a 1 day kayak mission. If we can't get in for a 15th launch we are...

I'm calling bull shit

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

It may make more sense at MtProject than here, but I don't think it seems like a scam. We have a community with a lot of rope and safety...

MF Salmon Dig-out

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Welllllll allrighty then. Actually I don't think there is much chance at this point of getting anything open before the first or second week of...

Gunk on drybox lid - how to remove?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by garystrome)--- Goo gone is tolulene and xylol...nasty shit, gos to your liver and delivers you for doing most anything....

Rope Wrap on Oars? Why?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Actually, in my experience (limited it may be) the type of rope has a huge impact. The first set of oars I wrapped, I used a poly kernmantle...

Photos of rowframe.com raft frames?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by markhusbands)--- Added a couple bushings. Doesn't look like much but it does help. Two was the limit without...

MF Salmon Dig-out

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

...G&S Avaition

Attention all Dolores Runners

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I like the idea of managing the Dolores similar to the Chama. Set release days over a 3 to 4 day period every weekend during the Spring and early...

Rope Wrap on Oars? Why?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I only had one other Zach all of my school years. I dont know where all these other guys are coming from, but it is true, there are a bunch of us in...

Whitewater Forum : Green Sunday

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: jonnygriffSubject: Green SundayPosted: 02 Apr 2017 at 9:01amI'm actually doing the same thing I'll probably see you there at 10

Utah whitewater gear

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I've got two thwarts from my 156R I will be selling at the swap. I'll probably never use it as a paddle rig so I don't really have any use for the...

MF Salmon Dig-out

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

We are heading in to Boundary on May 15th to start digging. Anyone else feeling it for the greater good? Carvedog????