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Trailer hub question

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

If you replace the bearings REPLACE the races also. I learned this one the hard way. You cannot be positive that one make of bearing/races dimensions...

First time Cataraft buyer with questions

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I am looking at an Entity Gear frame. I just saw a frame they built that looks like exactly what I am looking for.

gore tuesday 8/09

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

We have a boat, would be cool to get some safety.

Oregon Guide To "Enhance" Trips w/ Marijuana

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

So between marijuana and alcohol you're suppose to pick one? Who knew?

Any guesses on this Hysides's age?????

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

so.. the last two digits are missing?

Whitewater Forum : Elwha

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: water wackoSubject: ElwhaPosted: 07 Aug 2016 at 4:23pmLooks like it's out for the season.

Any guesses on this Hysides's age?????

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Post a pic of the serial number, the year will be in there, can't remember where it is in the sequence, but it's there.

Trailer hub question

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Wow, I thought it was hard to get things in bozeman... This should have been a simple fix, bummer it was such a hassle! Go have a well deserved...

First time Cataraft buyer with questions

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Where, in relation to fore/aft, should the oar locks be? Are there any online resources to frame geometry?

October Multi-day Trips

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by luckylauren)--- Trying to decide a good Multi-day run for Mid-October of this year. Looking like Cataract of Main Salmon...

need advice on kayaks for kids

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Places to look for boats: here, in classifieds. Facebook has a Colorado Gearswap that has some boats. Annnnnnd , with some trepidation, Craigslist....

Any guesses on this Hysides's age?????

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

So I finally pulled the trigger on a real boat. Got me an old Hyside!! Just over 15', and not a single patch on her!! The guy I got it from told me...

The great dory question!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Went and took a look at it and made some measurements. From bow to stern, measuring from the top of the boat, the boat is 14' 1'. The width...

Bailey Fest 2016?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks, Kevin. I dropped the ball on promoting on The Buzz. Sorry about that. Also, the guys at Denver Water confirmed that the plan is to release...

Whitewater Forum : Elwha

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: mikenashSubject: ElwhaPosted: 07 Aug 2016 at 1:29pmLooks like the Elwha is high. Is the gauge reading correctly and what would be a good high level? Anyone keen on getting it this year.? Can we paddle through the old Dam area? Any infoon this anyone?

Boundary Creek Road Closure

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks Rivershuttles!

October Multi-day Trips

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

After 10/15 the rogue is self issue. I did it last year around the 20th. The weather can be great and miserable in the same trip. It can get bony at...

Oregon Guide To "Enhance" Trips w/ Marijuana

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by PhilipJFry)--- I just accepted a job in portland. Looking for a room to rent there on craigslist.. learned that I could get...

Custom trailer help

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by climbdenali)--- As soon as I have a spare $5000 lying around, I'm going to get a 20' or 22' enclosed trailer, and leave my...

Whitewater Forum : Interesting article

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: irenenSubject: Interesting articlePosted: 07 Aug 2016 at 11:52amThat's a really good article you posted too Lisa (written by the wife of the guy who wrote the first one - two good authors. :) Since I'm back on here I'll post the live hyperlink to the first article so it's easier for anyone reading this down the road. http://community.nrs.com/duct-tape/2014/01/24/redefining-good-improve-...

Whitewater Forum : Interesting article

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: Courtney NipperSubject: Interesting articlePosted: 07 Aug 2016 at 11:20amYep. Rob and Sam.

Aire custom boats

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

That's pretty cool that a boat you helped design will be in their product line up next year. Sent from my SM-G900V using Mountain Buzz mobile app

October Multi-day Trips

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Rogue permit season ends October 16th. Great 4 day trip.

Whitewater Forum : Where to move as a Seattle paddler?

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: mikenashSubject: Where to move as a Seattle paddler?Posted: 07 Aug 2016 at 9:50amYes people do frequently go to BC for the wknd. Mainly in August and September when levels are low here, for the weekend releases on the Ashlu, Box canyon. Also earlier in the season for the other classics. Roughly 3 hours from kirkland to Squamish/whistler.

October Multi-day Trips

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Trying to decide a good Multi-day run for Mid-October of this year. Looking like Cataract of Main Salmon are the options, but I have heard some...

Upper Colorado Red Dirt Creek Campsite

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Twin Bridges (road bridge) is being upgraded. Last week they began prepping. No known closures as of now.

Trailer hub question

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

It comes down to whatever is cheaper and/or more convenient. If you don't have the tools or know how, it might be better to go with the whole set up....

Group Gear finances

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I just spent a majority of the winter and spring to get a full set up for rafting. That is money that I willingly spent now, in the hopes of saving...

A tale of woe, shuttle co totalled car and trailer... any thoughts/suggestions

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by protechie)--- +1 on getting an attorney. If the shuttle company denies liability and won't go though their insurance to...

Custom trailer help

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have a cargo trailer that's only 1 foot deep and I put a deck on it that is removable. It's sweet because I can put all my gear underneath and if I...

Scat machine in Asotin ?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

It worked for us earlier in the week, we had to scramble for singles because the old machine took quarters, and they were pretty beat up bills. Maybe...

Play park Etiquette

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Yeah, run it but make sure anyone using the feature sees you coming and has time to move or exit the wave. Running over a kayaker who is throwing...

Whitewater Forum : Where to move as a Seattle paddler?

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: chipmaneySubject: Where to move as a Seattle paddler?Posted: 07 Aug 2016 at 7:42amI respectfully provide the opinion that NE is the best area to live in....Shoreline (Seattle), Bothell, Kenmore, north Kirkland. Close to the city and close to the kayaking. It's close to the Sky; it's close to the northern runs (Pilchuck, Robe, Skagit/Whatcom Counties) and isn't that far from the Snoqualm...

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