Pin Kit - Storage Ideas
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Like what Treswright3 said don't you carry a pin kit to rescue others and others carry to rescue you? Knock on wood but I have never needed to...
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New Land Transfer Bill
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
---Quote (Originally by Andy H.)--- Utah liquor laws to the letter of the law. That six-pack you picked up in Fruita? Hop in the back of the car,...
Fishing the East
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Hey All! After a decade between MT and CO it looks like I'll be spending this season in the northeast, CT to be specific. I've seen a few other oar...
Iron Eagle Versamax Trailer?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I believe tred-x is one of the newer alternatives to the old skid guard plywood. It's HDPE coated plywood. I've talked with Sunshine sports in...
Glenwood Springs Bridge Replacement - Colorado River Closure Schedule Announced
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Thanks, Andy. You can find more information about this project here. (https://www.codot.gov/projects/sh82grandavenuebridge/) In addition, we will...
New Land Transfer Bill
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
This would be taking the enforcement capabilities of the management agency rangers and LEOs and handing their responsibilities to the local sheriff,...
Glenwood Springs Bridge Replacement - Colorado River Closure Schedule Announced
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Last year's closure allowed an exception to the closure for commercial trips. Private boaters were out of luck...depending on who you talked to....
Whitewater Forum : lower tilton high level mark?
Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity
Author: Jed HawkesSubject: lower tilton high level mark?Posted: 06 Feb 2017 at 9:56amI know it's been ran at about 7-8K and it's been reported that the canyons below leap of faith were no swim environments.
UPS - Tacoma Pool : UPS pool sesh 2016-17
Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity
Author: jerryclayrossSubject: UPS pool sesh 2016-17Posted: 06 Feb 2017 at 9:46amHey folks! Sorry, but we've got a bunch of pool sesh cancellations:( No pool session... tonight, 2/6 thursday, 2/9 Thursday, 2/16 We WILL still have a pool sesh next Monday, and after 2/16, we'll be back to normal.
Glenwood Springs Bridge Replacement - Colorado River Closure Schedule Announced
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
*ATTENTION Colorado River boaters:* Please join us on Wednesday, Feb. 15 from 5 - 6 PM at the Glenwood Springs Library. We will discuss 2017...
Oar locks
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I'd say this is likely a tuning issue. Try to get the horns narrower so they hold the shafts. As mentioned below the plastic sleeves don't give you...
Iron Eagle Versamax Trailer?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I bought one from bend also. It was a well built trailer. I liked that the roller could be removed with just 2 nuts. I'd remove it when hauling a...
Blaster Modification
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Nice looking set up - definitely different than anything I'd seen before, way to think outside the box. I've loved my modified blaster. It tends...
Royal Gorge
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
That's awesome news! Thanks for letting us know:D
New Land Transfer Bill
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
The Bill that is about taking away the BLM and US Forest Service's ability to police their land is HR 622. It's currently in the House Committee of...
Oar locks
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Tight Technical water? I ran 13 runs down Slaughterhouse last summer, one run from Woody Creek to Basalt, Westwater 3 times (not tight and...
actual Feature raft / catting productions??
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I bet it's a generational thing. The younger crowd is more into filming themselves and kayaking tends to attract the young where as cat boating is...
Royal Gorge
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Hi all - had a great run down the gorge yesterday. The river is clear of ice and we had about 470 cfs, so get after it if you're craving some...
Hostels in Turrialba Costa Rica
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
As far as i know, there is not a great online resource for whitewater runs in CR, the next best thing is the guidebook chasing jaguars, its pretty...
Blaster Modification
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Why use a 20# tank when 50# tank is better. With the residual propane, one can melt the beer cans and cast them into boat anchors in the sand......
Oar locks
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
The newer bronze locks will not allow the oar shaft to pop out. Some of the older locks were tapered to conserve material and that tapering allowed...
Main Stem Eel River Beta
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
The main Eel is a beautiful run with lowland scenery: some cows, lots of wildflowers in the spring, big gorgeous beaches. It was running 150,000 CFS...
Oar locks
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I wasn't saying its not worth considering Pins and Clips, just giving a few downsides to them. The closest I've done to "tight and technical...
Ins and outs of Payette River
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
The lower five is worth the drive! is that too cliche?
Oar locks
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Yeah I understand, and Diane, if you do a site search on pins and clips or Pro locks or other types of oar accessories you will find a plethora of...
actual Feature raft / catting productions??
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I've actually been jonesing to watch Blazing Paddles again. I watched it a bunch in my teenage years, but haven't seen it in a couple decades. Its...
Main Stem Eel River Beta
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Ran it a couple of years ago in March, I think it's totally worth doing, lot's of great scenery. We got lucky with the weather. I think we were in...
New Years Resolutions
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Build and row a colorado river dory down the Grand Canyon, this one will probly take a few years to pull off though....
Oar locks
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
BTW, which staircase are you talking about, lochsa or Payette or ??? Are you interested in opinions about oars or just locks?
New Years Resolutions
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Drink more, put on 10 pounds and sleep more! I like to make New Years resolutions I can keep!
Blaster Modification
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Nice build. I've been wondering about some legs that use a 20lb tank in one of those plastic base stabilizers as their base. Keep the burner...
Iron Eagle Versamax Trailer?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
the tie down would be bad for an inflatable boat. (relying on a hook to hold when the boat softens up in cooler temps and it bounces off, would suck)...
New Years Resolutions
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Stop trying to keep up with Riley!
Whitewater Forum : lower tilton high level mark?
Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity
Author: jonnygriffSubject: lower tilton high level mark?Posted: 05 Feb 2017 at 3:49pmI work Monday through Friday but maybe this weekend if the level is good
2 spots March 24 Grand
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Alright sounds good. I'm in!! love you buddy can't wait to do it again
Whitewater Forum : lower tilton high level mark?
Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity
Author: imageAKSubject: lower tilton high level mark?Posted: 05 Feb 2017 at 3:45pmwas planning a n fork and lower lap myself but fiance had to take the vehicle to the ER lame, but curious about the forecast for the rest of the day and Wednesday/thursday. flood levels seem likely. hence the query in my original post!
Iron Eagle Versamax Trailer?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I have a new Maravia Zephyr and have been on the hunt for a frame and trailer. Thanks to everyone for all of your great/clever ideas...I've learned...
Got ideas for a boater's app?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
How about a mountain buzz app that has classifieds and integrates CW river flows.
Frame opinion
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
---Quote (Originally by tanderson)--- I have a frame for sell that could be made into a double rail. Comes with trucker seat on a flip rig. 500.00...
New Years Resolutions
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Keep the black side down. Take some first timers on their first multi-day trip Enjoy more days on the river than I did last year.
Blaster Modification
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I recently browsed upon this thread looking for ideas on how to make my own turkey fryer blaster using one I had laying around. The attached photos...
Oar locks
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I would also recommend taking a look at oar set up if you tend to have oars pop out. If your handles are further apart, that can certainly make...
Got ideas for a boater's app?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
You could take samples for the Microplastics Intiative while you're out there. This is what the website says:"If your next adventure takes you to an...
Oar locks
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Cataract SGG shafts and Magnum blades for oars FTW. For locks you should decide if you want to be able to feather your oars. If so, then you...
2 spots March 24 Grand
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Our TL gave a participant the option of pitching in or hiking out last year. Everybody falls down once in awhile but nobody wants to be around a...
Oar locks
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Yes Renee, it's Dianne p...I'm hoping to never have my oars pop out of my oar locks in the middle of Staircase ever again! I would like...
New Years Resolutions
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Having gone back to school and still working, mine is simply to get out and paddle! Shooting for 50-75 days this year ideally. Planning to paddle...
Got ideas for a boater's app?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I agree with the stream flow app ideas. How about a database that will help you figure out which streamflow gauge corresponds with which run?...
Upper Salt River
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
If it's still going in 2 weeks, I could be keen for a Feb 18, 19, 20 self support kayak trip if anyone's keen. Cheers! Dave
New Years Resolutions
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
What are your New Year Resolutions for the boating season? What are you going to try and do or get done this year? Mine is to only post positive...