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Lower Deschutes video

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

it wasn't too bad, but wednesday was the last jet boat day for the week, so they were all breaking down and heading out. You can check the numbers...

5 knots every rafter should know?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thank you for the input!! Some of this, while I generally know what you are talking about, is slightly over my head 🤔 Sent from my iPhone using...

5 knots every rafter should know?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

All great advice. I would also recommend practicing these knots ad nauseum, at different angles, upside down, etc. I am spatially challenged and find...

5 knots every rafter should know?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by bigben)--- To the above list, I'd also add: -The linesman's loop, aka the alpine butterfly knot. It's a non-binding loop...

Royal Gorge on Sunday 9/11

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have no idea if they were PPWC members, nor do I think it matters. Personally I think PPWC does good things for boaters, and I am no way affiliated...

A Grand opportunity for someone, I hope

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

My last two spots were filled earlier today (Sept. 12). Thanks to all who expressed interest!

Royal Gorge on Sunday 9/11

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Lemme guess, the rescu-ees were members of PPWC (posers, punks, wannabes and chumps)

Cost effective dc air pump

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Read_N_Run)--- Wow! Really? So at under 0.5PSI is switches to HP? That seems like a waste of a stage and would drastically...

5 knots every rafter should know?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Knots are super important. Practice the major ones as much as you can. You gotta be able to do them right, first try, even under the worst...

Boating this week

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I am going to be near the Ark on 9/20 and 9/21 and wanting to paddle some nice class three? Visiting from Utah and trying to practice for upcoming...

Where to purchase River Runner

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Before you buy the Zen you linked, I feel confident saying that it is not a 2016. A quick look at the Jackson website and you will see that the boat...

Cost effective dc air pump

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'm wondering if one of those cheap 12v inflators combined with a K40 for finishing would get the job done on a boat with a high pressure floor. ...

Middle Fork Salmon lowest floatable level?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I don't think there is a really good reason - it's just convention... it's how folks compared notes when people started running the river. Feet on...

5 knots every rafter should know?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

bowline prusik water knot double fisherman's knot figure 8 off the top of my head

Lower Deschutes video

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

It was this past week, Sept 6-8. Glad you enjoyed it!

Upper Colorado Red Dirt Creek Campsite

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I was up early boiling water before the rain came in but it worked out great. Typical Colorado sun came out and dried off our stuff prior to...

Lower Deschutes video

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Man, really nicely done: great music, cool boat. You didn't mention there would be an epic steelhead fight scene set to the Good/Bad/Ugly soundtrack....

Kudos - All Rivers Shuttle

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Michelle is really great and also a wealth of information. Highly recommended Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz

Cost effective dc air pump

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Has anyone ever used this one? WEST MARINE Automatic Inflators | West Marine...

Middle Fork Salmon lowest floatable level?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hey, not to high jack the thread but I have a question about referencing flows in cfs versus feet. I'm relatively new to boating but all the rivers...

more wood oars q's

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---Quote (Originally by Chip)--- Only thing I don't like is the square tips, which need plastic protectors for rocky whitewater. I've thought about...

Gqtes of Ladore flows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Flaming Gorge | Water Operations | UC Region | Bureau of Reclamation (http://www.usbr.gov/uc/water/crsp/cs/fgd.html)

Upper Colorado Red Dirt Creek Campsite

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Technically my husband is the guide :) But yes, that was us heading for Spencer's Cabin. It was kinda nice to sleep thru that rainstorm Sunday...

Westwater - Drinking water?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Charcoal was OK last weekend but no open fires. Water spigot is on.

Where to purchase River Runner

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Second Starrk Moon. It's been awhile since I've swung through, but Brad's always had an impressive used boat selection, all at reasonable prices. I...

Gqtes of Ladore flows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Can anyone help me out as to where I can find out the projected flows out of Flaming Gorge for the next 3 to 4 weeks. Thanks in advance.

Upper Klamath, What do I need to know?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hi, and thank you to all who contributed to this thread. Unfortunately, I've decided to cancel this trip. I received great feedback and info from...

Lost phone on Lodore

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Phone's been recovered, thanks!

Navajo releases- San Juan River

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

And just to keep you updated, if you're planning to float the San Juan this week and were worried about these low flows, USGS just (at 10am this...

more wood oars q's

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Broke an oar (cataract) this past weekend and have been looking for a replacement. Started guiding with Gulls and have always wanted a set. Found...

Foam source in front-range

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

What do you want to do with the foam? I use a lot of foam at work and have several kinds (Denver). I have wrapped a lid and edges of my captain's...

Upper Colorado Red Dirt Creek Campsite

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Yeah Basin, That was probably us although we only had one kid per boat. Both of our wives look really young however. When the kids got on one...

Raft sales???

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Give RiverboatWorks a call. Hyside, RMR, AIRE, and Tributary on sale. &19-539-9323

Navajo releases- San Juan River

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Ok updated info here: Increasing release from Navajo today to 700 cfs. The release will take a few days to get to Bluff. Expect low flows until...

Grizzley Creek Trailer Access?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks for the info, guys. I wish I'd known that they've had it out during the summer as it's a real impediment to boating that stretch. By the way,...

Foam source in front-range

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'm in the market for a few different types (density, pattern, etc) of foam and would like to kick the tires so to speak. Any good places around...

Royal Gorge on Sunday 9/11

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

It blows my mind seeing $20,000-$30,000 vehicles parked at stealth put ins and take outs such as tunnel drive and old parkdale to avoid paying the...

Navajo releases- San Juan River

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Delete message. Outdated information. Will update with a new post.

Raft sales???

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks for the info. If I hold off, are there companies that try to get rid of stock near year end? I'm scared to pay full retail then see some big...

Mesh bags and the like

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

True story: A buddy and I took a last minute flying road trip out west last winter. One of our stops was TRS. As we pulled up on a Sunday afternoon...

Cost effective dc air pump

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Per the link: "When the pump starts it will be on a HIGH VOLUME (Turbine) pump until the pressure reaches 2-3 PSI. Then the pump will...

Westwater - Drinking water?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by BLM_Moab)--- Yes - the fire ban is still in effect until further notice. ---End Quote--- I'm not sure who I spoke to at...

Cooler from Southern Idaho to Durango area

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

If anyone could help me out and get a cooler to Durango I would appreciate it. I live in Bellevue, but willing to travel a bit if I need to. ...

Grizzley Creek Trailer Access?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hey Andy Hit me up if you get over this way. Was just on the Grizz yesterday for a work project. Beautiful time to be on the river - and the fishing...

Pistol Creek Rapid - Left or Right at low flow?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks for the info. Seems like it's better to go for the right shot and possibly do a little dragging. I'm doing a solo trip so for me I'd rather...

Cost effective dc air pump

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by rafterswhite)--- Switches to the high pressure pump at 3 kpa, not psi. ---End Quote--- Wow! Really? So at under 0.5PSI is...

Denver Post article

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I definitely think it's an unfair, one sided article. What happened to personal responsibility? I heard a mention of the article on 9 News this...

Cataract Canyon September.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks a million. That simplifies things. Have a great trip!

Cataract Canyon September.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hi Jen, in Stillwater, you will find lots of driftwood on the upstream ends of the copious sandbars. There will also be lots of dead tamarisk for...

A Grand opportunity for someone, I hope

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

You might want to post at the FB page Grand Canyon River Trip Participants Needed. Hope you have a Great trip. yours, tom