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Middle Fork of the Salmon Outfitter Recommendation?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Another big thumbs up for Canyons, Inc. I rafted with them for several years and they are top notch. Their guides know their stuff and most have...

Whitewater Forum : Contacting Jeff Bennett

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: JimmySubject: Contacting Jeff BennettPosted: 25 Oct 2016 at 6:58pmOriginally posted by JoesKayakHere's an idea... albeit not too well thought out...Hike in to the upper chilliack river in Washington and float down to Chilliwack lake in BC and paddle the lake too. You'd have to contact the Canadian customs and immigration ahead to see what their policy is on backcountry entry. But it mig...

Middle Fork of the Salmon Outfitter Recommendation?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by kanoer2)--- Canyons, over the past 24 yrs have gone with them 3 times. And they let us bring our own boat ---End Quote---...

GC takeouts revisited

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Wife and I just got off at PF on the 7th. The rest of the group took out at DC with PRO hauling gear and peeps to Flag. On this trip, PRO did the...

Dildo Rock + Noah's Ark = WTF

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

a muslim, a jew, a christian and an atheist walk into a bar they talk, laugh, drink and become friends. thats what happens when you're not an...

Dildo Rock + Noah's Ark = WTF

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Ok. Well we've singled out Noah's Ark guides and clients to make fun of their Christian Faith. Fair game you say? Let's hear it then. Who's got the...

Chit Chat : Action Alert: Snohomish Co. voters: Save the Sky!

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: JoesKayakSubject: Action Alert: Snohomish Co. voters: Save the Sky!Posted: 25 Oct 2016 at 12:50pmTime for a big BUMP on this thread!Gordon Sibley made it though the primary and is on the ballot for the general election. Getting Gordon on the board of commissioners for the PUD is the most important move we can make right now to protect the Sky! BALLOTS FOR THE GENERAL ELECTION FOR SNOHOM...

Chit Chat : Action Alert: Snohomish Co. voters: Save the Sky!

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: JoesKayakSubject: Action Alert: Snohomish Co. voters: Save the Sky!Posted: 25 Oct 2016 at 12:54pmAlso: Please reach out to any of your friends/family in Snohomish County and encourage them to vote too!Post on Facebook and Twitter, talk to people, get the word out to any and all voters!For those who don't have much interest in the river issues, also let them know that Sibley is also very...

Whitewater Forum : Contacting Jeff Bennett

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: BRossSubject: Contacting Jeff BennettPosted: 25 Oct 2016 at 3:02pm http://www.canoekayak.com/videos/video-solo-first-descent-napeequa/#imUP2YO6GyDIQ4jo.97

Whitewater Forum : Contacting Jeff Bennett

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: jalmquistSubject: Contacting Jeff BennettPosted: 25 Oct 2016 at 3:19pmFirst descent? Pretty sure Jim Bonner and co (or some segment of that early exploratory crew) got in their and paddled / portaged that run.

Middle Fork of the Salmon Outfitter Recommendation?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

It sounds like there are plenty of great options out there. I would strongly encourage you to check out NWRC. A few years back when I was trying to...

GC takeouts revisited

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks David. I'll get my new dory down there some day. Lodore invite still greatly appreciated.

Raft Porn Needed -Let's see them rigs!!!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by luckylauren)--- I bet some days you will wish you had a 16'! ;) Have fun! I'm tempted to bring you goodies in Green...

How many groovers needed?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I use the eco safe and have found that 40 user days is about the max without using the dreaded poker stick after every use. Also not a bad idea to...

GC takeouts revisited

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

You shouldn't have any problems floating into Pearce Ferry rapid. You need to have at least one person awake at all times, and it is very obvious...

Biking the Shuttle

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Never had a problem with leaving boat. Heavy ass chain for boat then moved to bike. Never have to bike or boat with chain. Pick your put-ins,...

GC takeouts revisited

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Well.... if you float past the boat ramp at pearce....a host of difficulty manifests. Is it possible... well rearending a freight train is possible...

Biking the Shuttle

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

There are definitely places that I would never leave my boat unattended. San Jaun comes to mind. Actually I once left my sea kayak hidden deep in the...

GC takeouts revisited

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Forgive an educated question, but I've never (yet) been down the Grand. Is it possible to float unawares into Pearce Ferry rapid during a night...

Middle Fork of the Salmon Outfitter Recommendation?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Jerry, You are completely correct and every guide I've ever met had a similar work ethic and attitude. Having agreed, and having been on many...

Dildo Rock + Noah's Ark = WTF

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by LSB)--- Of course making fun of any organized religion is acceptable. Unlike race for example, religion is a "made up"...

Biking the Shuttle

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Chain the bike up at the takeout. Drive up to the put in and launch. Ride back to the car at the end of the float. That's how we always do bike...

Middle Fork of the Salmon Outfitter Recommendation?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Check out Idaho River Journeys. They do provide cots on request and have a phenomenal crew. Middle Fork Salmon River Rafting & Fly-Fishing Vacations...

GC takeouts revisited

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Most people seem.to like to take out at Pearce but I cant stand that stretch. Camps are lower quality, flow is odd, and the helicopter affect is...

Middle Fork of the Salmon Outfitter Recommendation?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hi mkashzg - I understand that what I'm asking for is a bit out of the ordinary. We've done plenty of low-maintenance outdoors trips in the past,...

Gary at Rowframe Incommunicado

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks for the responses everyone. Bighorn, email was the first thing I did so he'd have a good idea of what I was working with and what I wanted,...

GC takeouts revisited

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The shuttle from Pearce is NOT "...paved all the way to Flag." The first 22 miles (I think) are dirt, but they're MUCH better than the DC road. ...

Biking the Shuttle

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Good thinking. I guess I'm coming around to the thinking that floating with a bike strapped on is not such a great idea, unless I'm pretty confident...

GC takeouts revisited

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Don't forget to factor in wear and tear of two trips on Diamond Creek Rd on truck and trailer. Plus, depending on time of year, the road can be...

Middle Fork of the Salmon Outfitter Recommendation?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hi All, I'm hoping you can help me out with some recommendations for outfitters on Middle Fork - there are so many out there it's a bit tough to...

GC takeouts revisited

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Taking out at DC costs at least $1,000 which will more than pay for 2-3 or even 4 extra days. Shuttle from Pearce costs the same, takes about the...

How many groovers needed?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by duct tape)--- I was doing okay with most of this thread until I got to this post. :p:o ---End Quote--- I aim to disgust:D

Grand Canyon 2017 - Nine Launch Dates Available Now!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Yep, what Philip said. But if you don't have a PATL and the trip leader can't go for some reason, you are hosed. The Park Service will not let you...

GC takeouts revisited

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I live West of Flagstaff along I 40. I can attest to how much work it is to load up a couple rigs, cram every smelly body in a few cars, and drag...

Worst deals out there.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

That looks a lot like a Madcatr to me. There are a lot of similarities to the frame I have. The oar towers look the same so do the reinforced corners...

GC takeouts revisited

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Never heard the tribe driver thing sounds like bs. But the do charge for every person taking out and every driver coming in and every vechicle. ...

Partner Steel Table

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Yeah, I was having a hard time with 17 lbs since a piece of 1/8 inch aluminum six feet by two feet is almost 17 pounds. 34 sounds much more...

Dildo Rock + Noah's Ark = WTF

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by LSB)--- Of course making fun of any organized religion is acceptable. Unlike race for example, religion is a "made up"...

GC takeouts revisited

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The previous threads were too old to reply too. I'm weighing the pros and cons of DC vs Pearce Ferry takeouts. In one of the old threads it was...

BV Day of the Dead 2016

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Consider sticking around for the haunted house at that Turner Farm just west of downtown. Support BV Heritage. Sent from my iPad using...

Partner Steel Table

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Partner steel just e-mailed me and said 34#, do not know where tuffriverstuff got the 17# number but I believe partner.

Gary at Rowframe Incommunicado

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I ordered a frame on 9/28 he del'd it personally on the 10/16 of this month (love it) exactly what I wanted. E-mail is the way to go