Oar length RMR 13 footer?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
11' seems crazy long for that boat --- but all personal preference. Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz
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Lost Bag of Straps on Salmon River
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Hey, river people. We think we left a grey bag full of raft straps at the Spring Creek boat ramp or camp ground last Saturday (8/27) on the day...
Lost Bag of Straps on Main Salmon River
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Hey, river people. We think we left a grey bag full of raft straps at the Spring Creek boat ramp or camp ground last Saturday (8/27). It was around...
Template for custom frame
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Bit of a random question here but hopefully some of you have some experience with this. Looking to get specs or template for a custom stern frame on...
question on cat boat tube
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Jacks plastic welding has a load/draft calculator on their website that is pretty slick. Obviously other variables like shape lay a role but it...
Repeat of the drought of 2000-05 Could drain Lake Powell
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I support a "progressive" fee structure. Extremely cheap up to a threshold deemed necessary for day-to-day necessities and then scaled to...
What do you use for a captains bag?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Been using the small for three years now --- nice to have a piece of river gear that provides a bit more utility than an aluminum box. ...
What rock climbing anchors/devices for securing raft to shore?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I added a set of nuts to my pin kit, and an ancient 3/4 size rigid friend cam to my bow line bag several years ago. It comes in handy regularly when...
Repeat of the drought of 2000-05 Could drain Lake Powell
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
The most robustly supported (standadized, large international data set) # I have seen is closer to 1,800 gallons per lb of beef. 25% less but still...
question on cat boat tube
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I have 19 inch tubes on my cataraft, length is 14 ft. I am thinking about upgrading tube size to 22 inches same length of 14 feet or a 16 ft tube...
Repeat of the drought of 2000-05 Could drain Lake Powell
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
The part about the methane got me thinking though, if we could somehow bottle those cow farts, and use them as a renewable fuel, maybe put a cap on...
Pyranha 9R Trade?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Have you considered selling the 9r large and they buying a new 9r medium? I have the medium and thinking that the only boaters willing to make that...
Whitewater Forum : Wanted: Riot Dominatrix 44
Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity
Author: Fun EliSubject: Wanted: Riot Dominatrix 44Posted: 04 Sep 2016 at 10:37pmLooking to get my old school slice on. Just wondering if anyone has one sitting around collecting dust? Any color or year as long as the hull is not oil canned. Do you have a friend with a Dominatrix 44 under their porch? Any leads would be appreciated. Thanks, Eli
Lower Salmon Trip Report and Shout Out
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Dave, I used to catch rattlesnakes for a living (true story!). They can be anywhere, but riparian zones are good hunting grounds so I'm extra wary...
Groover Duty Failure
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
IMOO the pee is what really stinks!
What rock climbing anchors/devices for securing raft to shore?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Look on Craigslist or post your own wanted to buy ad. Try a few garage sales. Don't buy it new. Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz
Propane Tanks revisited
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
WPS also!
What do you use for a captains bag?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
My friend Paul was telling me to check out the 20qt Grizzly cooler as a possible captain's box for the cockpit. I looked it up and it looks just like...
What rock climbing anchors/devices for securing raft to shore?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
If the crack is deep, a Kong gypsie cam is great . It has the largest range of any cam. Hard to place while climbing, but a great boat anchor in...
What rock climbing anchors/devices for securing raft to shore?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
---Quote (Originally by mattman)--- Thanks for starting this thread. Been thinking about increasing what I have on me to anchor a boat. Thinking...
Lower Salmon Trip Report and Shout Out
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Bruce. You are a wiser man than I. I initially put the groover near the creek in desperation (one of the kids was hopping up and down as soon as we...
Groover Duty Failure
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
My advice. Remind people to shut the damn lid. Probably not a problem if you don't have kids but one of our kids left it open and within 5 minutes...
Propane Tanks revisited
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
---Quote (Originally by mattman)--- Out of curiosity, how cold was it, was the blaster protected from wind? Just in case you didn't consider those...
Propane Tanks revisited
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
---Quote (Originally by didee99)--- Thanks for the reply. To clarify, we had a blaster & stopped using the blaster due to the gas level going down...
home made rescue ladder
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I have the 3 rung, and my wife and kids use it all the time. I have never needed it he ladder until I got my Greenjacket. The large clamshell on the...
home made rescue ladder
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I bought the "Nettie Ladder Bag" a while back but hadn't used it till my Grand trip last month. I actually keep it in the pocket of my lifejacket...
Propane Tanks revisited
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
---Quote (Originally by Skyman)--- The blaster will use more fuel than the partner stove. The blaster works great for heating up large amounts of...
What rock climbing anchors/devices for securing raft to shore?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I have never anchored a boat using climbing pro, but I have used them extensively on multi-pitch aid and trad routes. Mayhem, this is a bit of a...
Gore Canyon - Kayaking & Rock Climbing
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vZEE85mQvuw I went into Gore with my brother for a few days this weekend. Had a great time in the river and on...
Repeat of the drought of 2000-05 Could drain Lake Powell
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Andy. Part of the problem is water release needs for air conditioners. Put me down for still too many hands not ready to give in. I suspect...
Risk vs Reward Skill vs Ball Attention vs Enjoyment
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Risk vs Reward Skill vs Ball Attention vs Enjoyment a few thoughts Risk vs Reward Skill vs Ball Attention vs Enjoyment - Unsponsored...
Repeat of the drought of 2000-05 Could drain Lake Powell
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Bend area starting to struggle to keep enough cold water in the rivers to support fish. It's still a desert there which means you can't escape the...
Repeat of the drought of 2000-05 Could drain Lake Powell
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
---Quote (Originally by BilloutWest)--- I read somewhere awhile back that when the SW water use planning was being set up circa 90 years ago it was...
Colorado River Dist. 2016 Annual Water Seminar, Grand Junction 9/16
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
For those interested in big-picture water resource issues that affect us all. Note that the luncheon presentation will be by “Killing the Colorado”...
Repeat of the drought of 2000-05 Could drain Lake Powell
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Move to Bend Oregon. Not for river running necessarily. The aquifer under Bend is stunning. Quality and quantity. This is going to be a...
Insurance for Cataraft
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Your homeowners insurance, or renters insurance, should cover theft. Damage shouldn't be catastrophic - save your money and know a good boat repair...
Getting to fox ton and Bailey fest section
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Baileyfest occurs on the bailey section of the river (Class IV+/V) Foxton is further downstream and class 3. Follow the north fork up from the...
posting pictures.
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Buzz only lets you upload 100 pictures. Try going into your account and deleting a few. Then you can post pictures again. It's a shame because...
Pyranha 9R Trade?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I've got a 9R Large that I would trade for a regular one. One season's use, no deep gouges or anything. A little big for me.
Propane Tanks revisited
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
The blaster will use more fuel than the partner stove. The blaster works great for heating up large amounts of water fast though.
Getting to fox ton and Bailey fest section
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
At Colorado Springs visiting my son at the usafa. We usually paddle royal gorge but wanting to go to foxton which is where I think you guys have the...
Easy DIY inexpensive anchor system- Danik
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
FYI- I did a search and it didn't come up here. But thought someone might find this useful. I use to use this on my one man pontoon and now on my...
Oar length RMR 13 footer?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Ya those 9' oars should be good for your 13' raft spack171. Electric mayhem, those 11' oars would be to long on a 13' raft, for me even 10' would be...
Oar length RMR 13 footer?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Thanks for the info. No worries on hijacking the thread. They are 9', I measured them. My only experience rowing is a 15.5' SOTAR rig on the...
Lower Salmon Trip Report and Shout Out
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Thanks for the detailed trip report and congratulations on getting the family out on the much awaited multiday. I am inspired! When my time comes, I...
Oar length RMR 13 footer?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
If they are actual 9 foot Carlisle oars then they should be a very good start lengthwise for your boat. I have a 10.5 foot boat and use 8 foot...
Propane Tanks revisited
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Does anyone know if using a blaster (boiling water for coffee and washing up water) uses proportionately more propane than just using a partner steel...
Oar length RMR 13 footer?
Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I'm putting together my RMR 13 foot rig. I have a DRE frame on order. Someone gave me a set of 9 foot Carlisle oars. Are these too long, or will...
Whitewater Forum : CC Stilli today
Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity
Author: jondufaySubject: CC Stilli todayPosted: 03 Sep 2016 at 9:07pmI doubt it dude,i it's dropping super quick and is already low. Next storm....
Whitewater Forum : CC Stilli today
Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity
Author: jonnygriffSubject: CC Stilli todayPosted: 03 Sep 2016 at 9:01pmDo you think it will be in tomorrow?