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Looking for January GC tips

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

To dry out rubber boots, take the insoles out, heat thumb-golf ball size rocks around a fire (or in a DO or skillet?), then dump the rocks in the...

Whitewater Forum : Boulder Drop map?

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: ReneeCPSubject: Boulder Drop map?Posted: 30 Dec 2016 at 6:12pmBear Hug, I like that! Bear Hug is my vote. Let's get the community's consensus, and relabel if folks are in agreement! Nice, Megan. Thank you!

Whitewater Forum : Boulder Drop map?

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: megspkSubject: Boulder Drop map?Posted: 30 Dec 2016 at 5:20pmWe could rename it "Bear Hug" since that's what Rob had to do to you... Plus it's fierce!

ROBBERY Cascade River Gear / Maravia

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Keep an eye on ksl.com classifieds. It is a Salt Lake City based site that often has stolen stuff.

Shoshone New Years Day 2017!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Day after tomorrow is the first day of the next paddling season. I hope you all can join what is looking like one of the best Shoshone New Years...

Whitewater Forum : Boulder Drop map?

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: megspkSubject: Boulder Drop map?Posted: 30 Dec 2016 at 4:22pmI have no idea where the hole name came from. The first time I heard of anything like it in Boulder was this summer from Trevor B. Someone on his crew recirc'd there. Then again after this year's Christmas paddle. Then references to your epic in 2007. I've got permission from Tyson to use the photo. I'll have to get JPs permis...

ROBBERY Cascade River Gear / Maravia

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Good Evening Beautiful River RidersÂ?. This is a post we never want to have to make. So you will see this on many of our whitewater pages and we...

Whitewater Forum : Boulder Drop map?

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: ReneeCPSubject: Boulder Drop map?Posted: 30 Dec 2016 at 3:20pmI'll have to find my Bennett's book. Although, I was looking for something current. Megan, glad you were able to get those pics posted to AW. Thank you. I'd like to post to WKC website if that's okay with you and Tyson? I think there is a money making opportunity here. Post cards of a map, or drone image, or whatever, of BD, ...

DS Rampage modifications and upgrades

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Unfortunately you can't have your cake and eat it too. Light weight, and portability come at a cost of durability, safety, and performance while out...

Old school Lynx identification

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I feel like this thing should hang on the wall! But it's still in great shape without a single patch, only problem is the PVC is getting dry and...

Whitewater Forum : Boulder Drop map?

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: megspkSubject: Boulder Drop map?Posted: 30 Dec 2016 at 2:35pmI made up a cool map. It's in my gallery on here, but I'm not sure how to post it. Can someone help me out?! Cheers!

Whitewater Forum : Tilton tomorrow?

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: jonnygriffSubject: Tilton tomorrow?Posted: 30 Dec 2016 at 2:21pmI'd be down tomorrow. Anyone interested?

Old school Lynx identification

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

My mitered corner early 90s lynx has the more modern AIRE with the blue waves logo. Bet that logo alone will get you close to a date. those...

the saga continues

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by garystrome)--- Don't give him money in advance of fabrication. Money is the motivating incentive to complete the...

Old school Lynx identification

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I had one similar to the picture with the angular bow and stern ends and I bought it in April 1993 or 1994, not sure which now but definitely one of...

Z & J Paddles

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Z&J looks like it pulls it's designs from other companies (steals the designs). Nothing original about the paddle at all. They would skip on the...

Old school Lynx identification

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Looks older than my '94,still in use with a patch or three....if you find the serial #,i am pretty sure the first two digits are the year

Whitewater Forum : Boulder Drop map?

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: JoesKayakSubject: Boulder Drop map?Posted: 30 Dec 2016 at 9:51amI thought the Bennett book had a diagram drawn by Shane Turnbull (Chinook rafting)... or maybe it was in Doug North's book?

Gear talk: raft straps

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

35lbs. Sounds like I'd better be very gentle with the D-rings.

Old school Lynx identification

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Give Aire a call, they were able to identify my 'new to me' Aire Cougar based on the serial number. They were also able to supply spare valve parts.

the saga continues

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Don't give him money in advance of fabrication. Money is the motivating incentive to complete the transaction. Your money is power and parting with...

Gear talk: raft straps

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by tanderson)--- Great info. Anybody know the rated or average strength of factory installed d rings? ---End Quote--- A...

Opinion Needed-Sotar Warranty

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Denray)--- This is what my son, myself, and many others have though could happen since the rest of the raft was made out of...

Opinion Needed-Sotar Warranty

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

From the photo, the material appears to have cracks that have provided a home for either mold or dirt. Whatever is in there, the material appears to...

Sat Phone pre-paid plans (Irriudium)

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Here it what I found. All these are for 200 global min and are valid for $365 days Iridium Airtime Plans and Prepaid Cards...

the saga continues

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

EM, You made a very good point. One I was going to make, but figured I'd butt out for a while, but eh, what the hell. Owning a construction...

Z & J Paddles

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'm left hand dominant. Want just a slight feather. L/15?

Z & J Paddles

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Good point. Thanks.

the saga continues

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

First off, I'm not talking about Gary in this instance at all since he seems to make a decent product for a reasonable price when he has the time. I...

Opinion Needed-Sotar Warranty

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Looks like the material has mold in it??? Or is that just dirt?? In any case, the material is not looking too healthy from the pictures. Hope you...

Guiding in France or Switzerland

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Anyone spent a season guiding in Europe? I'm curious to know some recommendations for class IV-V runs....and also if the work visa was reasonably...

Whitewater Forum : Boulder Drop map?

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: ReneeCPSubject: Boulder Drop map?Posted: 29 Dec 2016 at 2:22pmWondering if anyone has the ability to create a map of boulder drop and label the features? Thinking similar to the map they sell of Blossom Bar, but anything to reference the good, bad, and ugly would be great! I would like to post such map on AW and WKC. Thanks! Renee

Are Saturn rafts built ok to good?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I gave a lot of consideration to used hypalon versus new PVC and ultimately went with new PVC. New hypalon, as nice as many of those boats look to...

Opinion Needed-Sotar Warranty

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Took my raft out on 12-21 which was around the 5th time out since it was repaired. I stayed at the put-in while shuttle was being run. I noticed some...

DS Rampage modifications and upgrades

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

How about you get it wet and then decide about setting it up? Don't let folks make you feel bad about getting a Scadden boat. I've read the...

the saga continues

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I got my boat from James about a year and half late. I really like the boat, just not all the shenanigans to get it. I had never bought a frame...

Sat Phone pre-paid plans (Irriudium)

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I use the inreach for just the texting at $13 a month. Has always worked great for me.

Are Saturn rafts built ok to good?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I agree as well. Just took my 13' Saturn out yesterday on the Salt and had a great time on the day trip. It's on year 4 now and has done great and it...

chiapas and belize book review

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Sounds like a great book! I will have to look for a copy online. I love reading about places I might not get to, and hope to get there one day....

the saga continues

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by garystrome)--- *Shameless Self PromotionÂ?James* I first heard the term from a gentleman many years ago. The buzz is a...

Kayaking Middle Fork of Salmon in August / September

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I've been on the Middle Fork multiple times in August at some of the lowest levels imaginable. Depending upon snow pack and rain over the summer,...

SNOW KAYAKING COLORADO!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Andy H.)--- It's reassuring to see that this guy was setting the right example by wearing a PFD in some of the shots and so...

Kayaking Middle Fork of Salmon in August / September

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Lowest I've been down was 2.1' - it will be lower in August/September. It's definitely class III at 2 feet - there's nothing I would consider even...

the saga continues

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The man who gets all the negative customer comments on this message board (seems like he has posted under various names) has not received any...

Gear talk: raft straps

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I've purchased a few grab bags from Salamander Gear. They're cheap and have odd names/companies printed on them, so I never loose track of my straps.

Gear talk: raft straps

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Great info. Anybody know the rated or average strength of factory installed d rings?