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Looking for Westwater overnight, launching Sat. 9/26/15

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-21-2015 at 03:35

I may be able to do a weekend trip this weekend, can bring a raft w/ cooler & dry box and various group gear if needed. Also have room for people &...

Cooler cover vs. mini cell

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-21-2015 at 03:30

---Quote (Originally by PhilipJFry)--- Right, no "insulation" but the foam with water in it, could provide some degree of evaporative cooling....

Trailering for long distances

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-21-2015 at 03:12

Sbishop, Welcome to the Buzz. I leave my boat rigged on a trailer year-round. There's a tarp over the boat at home that gets folded and taken with...

Zet Raptor

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-21-2015 at 03:06

You should check out David's excellent review (he has no affiliation): https://blistergearreview.com/gear-reviews/zet-kayaks-raptor I've never...

Anyone still running Bailey?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-21-2015 at 02:54

After work crew on Bailey isn't even reliable at good flows during high summer. Also flows right now are extremely unreliable. I wouldn't drive...

Zet Raptor

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-21-2015 at 02:53

From reading the unsponsred review and seeing pics it looks alittle lack luster. Better/Cheaper usually dont go together. I wouldnt go out of my way...

Trailering for long distances

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-21-2015 at 02:40

---Quote (Originally by Sbishop)--- Thanks. Again just wanted a hey man...check this out. Not a " This has been ask a thousand times search before...

Cooler cover vs. mini cell

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-21-2015 at 02:33

---Quote (Originally by cataraftgirl)--- but I'm not sure they add any insulation? ---End Quote--- Right, no "insulation" but the foam with water...

Thoughts on a Fluid Solo Kayak..

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-21-2015 at 02:23

Good boat, should be renamed the slow-lo though Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz

Gore canyon Cataraft

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-21-2015 at 02:22

First time down Gore. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7MNy70gJ9A&feature=youtu.be

Perfect 14 ft. Cat

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-21-2015 at 01:47

I have a 12.5 Legend and will be picking up and 11 footer that I want to make as light as possible. ( next post) This 14 ft. Legend will be for multi...

ELFfest 9/19/2015

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-21-2015 at 01:31

Great day on the water--thanks for organizing it, Phil.

Found gear on Cataract Canyon Sept. 3

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-21-2015 at 01:24

Thanks for posting this. I am TL from the MacKnight group. We did not lose anything that large or consequential from our camp. We were at Rockfall...

Trailering for long distances

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-21-2015 at 01:18

Thanks. Again just wanted a hey man...check this out. Not a " This has been ask a thousand times search before you ask because I don't have time to...

Trailering for long distances

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-21-2015 at 00:09

---Quote (Originally by Sbishop)--- Oh cool. Thanks for everyone's responses. Sorry for wasting your time on a Sunday. shoenfeld13 ? Douche. New...

Pump house wave still good for surfing?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 23:55

The Pumphouse PP is still good to go at current levels. I was there this morning and there were plenty of people playing. Not as retentive as...

Trailering for long distances

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 23:11

Oh cool. Thanks for everyone's responses. Sorry for wasting your time on a Sunday. shoenfeld13 ? Douche. New to the site. Sorry your so cool.

Whitewater Forum : creepy neighbors

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity · 09-20-2015 at 22:58

Author: water wackoSubject: creepy neighborsPosted: 20 Sep 2015 at 10:58pmTry one of those (or five) freeway halogens aimed at the camera. Put it on a portable stand so you can "adjust" accordingly.

Fall boating, whats running?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 22:43

you can always snag a westwater permit this time of year.

Trailering for long distances

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 21:56

This thread has come up a few times in the last couple years. Look them up for a historical perspective. It is similar to the pins/oarlock, GC take...

Fall boating, whats running?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 20:40

We'll be out on a 3-day, 2-night pleasant float down Ruby-Horsethief in a few weeks. Nice run starting west of Grand Junction, CO into eastern UT.

Chit Chat : Weed and Boating / Beta Test

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity · 09-20-2015 at 20:22

Author: kurleSubject: Weed and Boating / Beta TestPosted: 20 Sep 2015 at 8:22pmAnd here i thought everyone was just being extra cautious...

Oar lock/tower lube

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 20:06

---Quote (Originally by Villainista)--- Water proof grease. Like what use to go in MTB hubs. Boating is dirty never going to change that. Like the...

Multi-Day Noobie Advice

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 19:59

Nicely done! You know how to roll. ---Quote (Originally by mikehd1200)--- Thanks for asking... It has been Incredible. We paddled the...

Trailering for long distances

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 19:56

Same here often trailer 100 plus miles one way, I have decided not to get to excited about stains. Clean them off each fall. Sent from my...

Chit Chat : Weed and Boating / Beta Test

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity · 09-20-2015 at 19:42

Author: justinjtSubject: Weed and Boating / Beta TestPosted: 20 Sep 2015 at 7:42pmLMFAO OMG I'm gonna cry

Trailering for long distances

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 19:16

I trailer mine inflated & rigged all the time. Long & short distance trips. No problems in 4-5 years. Frame marks happen whether it's on the trailer...

Puma and R4?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 19:14

Width thwarts in/out: Mini-Max: 26.5/28 Puma: 27/29.5 So a slight bit more width/shoulder room in the Puma. Hard to give input on ratings...

Whitewater Forum : creepy neighbors

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity · 09-20-2015 at 19:12

Author: SlackkinhardSubject: creepy neighborsPosted: 20 Sep 2015 at 7:12pmI wonder what an 80yr old hopes to see?

Rio Chama Flows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 19:06

The BLM states on their website (http://www.blm.gov/nm/st/en/prog/recreation/taos/rio_chama_wsr.html) that it will be runable until 9-30, no advanced...

Puma and R4?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 18:18

Thanks for the prompt replies! Guy, with both boats there in front of you, do you see any logic in the Puma's max rating of 3 paddlers vs...

Anyone still running Bailey?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 17:47

I'd say an afterwork crew is not reliable at present bare minimum flows of 250, but I could be wrong. Personally won't do it much under 350, but 250...

Multi-Day Noobie Advice

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 17:17

---Quote (Originally by mikehd1200)--- Middle Fork Salmon looks like a dream trip... I guess I will join the crowd and start calling incessantly...

Cooler cover vs. mini cell

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 16:48

---Quote (Originally by Paul7)--- Hoe thick are these? Sent from my SM-G900V using Mountain Buzz mobile app ---End Quote--- 1/4 inch. So not...

Fall boating, whats running?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 16:34

Would like to take a short trip next month. Looking for solid class lll and maybe some lV- water thrown in.

Rio Chama Flows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 16:24

I was thinking of taking a trip up there, but nfortunately we can't get away till next month. Not sure if it will still be flowing by then.

Puma and R4?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 16:17

I'd say mini max for light weight and packing. Puma in my opinion would be more durable. Sent from my SM-G900V using Mountain Buzz mobile app

Puma and R4?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 16:12

The Mini Max is lighter, so it does have that going for it. People may tell you other wise but I like the way these small boats R4, they become more...

Oar lock/tower lube

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 16:08

+2 on axle grease small dab has worked well for 2 seasons minimal mess also. Sent from my SM-G900V using Mountain Buzz mobile app

Cooler cover vs. mini cell

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 16:06

---Quote (Originally by cataraftgirl)--- I used a cooler cover for several years, but got tired of flopping it on & off every time I wanted in the...

Perfect 14 ft. Cat

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 15:41

Maybe I'm wrong, but Legend + Madcatr frame = day/play rig in my mind. A passenger/gear cat is something else entirely. Based on the title of this...

Whitewater Forum : creepy neighbors

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity · 09-20-2015 at 15:40

Author: mokelumnekidSubject: creepy neighborsPosted: 20 Sep 2015 at 3:40pmI like the laser idea!

Come kayak the M-WAVE with me

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 15:33

Thanks, Nathan. I don't think I'll be able to make it out next weekend but we'll see. I'm actually thinking now that I'll be there tomorrow,...

Whitewater Forum : creepy neighbors

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity · 09-20-2015 at 15:33

Author: SOPBOATERSubject: creepy neighborsPosted: 20 Sep 2015 at 3:33pmI don't think it's legal to train cameras on another's property. I'd just shoot them, the cameras that is. Then I would let the neighbors have it along with the hoa president. I'm not real patient in this stuff and it would likely get real ugly real quick to the point where most would just assume not play. If they think you'...

Found gear on Cataract Canyon Sept. 3

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 15:24

Our group found a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat, glasses and personal gear in the river below Spanish Bottom on Sept. 3. There was a intense wind...

Pump house wave still good for surfing?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 15:23

Hey the flows are saying lower runnable for pump house on the upper Colorado. Does anyone know if the wave is still surfable?

Found gear blown into Cataract Canyon Sept 3

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 15:20

Our group found a tent, sleeping bag, glasses and personal gear in the river below Spanish Bottom on Sept. 3. There was a intense wind and rain strom...

Anyone still running Bailey?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-20-2015 at 15:20

I'm curious as to whether or not anyone is still running Bailey; thinking about making the trip from Durango on Tuesday/Wednesday. Can I count on...