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Color is rubbing off of my raft.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Stage 2: Damn it! I just got this boat set up how I like it. I don't have cash for a new one.

Fluid Solo Cracked Outfitting Solution

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Here you go. https://youtu.be/pmTWCzJbNBw

Grand Canyon Rigging for a 15' in Sept..

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Here is my 14' rigged for flip at the scout for Hance. There is a 5 gallon camelbak water bladder backpack in the very front, a Yeti 120 cooler...

Stolen Gear Bag

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Damn, Matt. Bummed to hear that! Good luck getting it back, or more likely, good luck getting your insurance to pay up...

America the Beautiful Pass and AHRA

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I think you might have just gotten lucky and nobody checked your pass in the past - according to the monument's website BC Need to Know...

Stupid Guide Tricks

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I was wondering the same thing too?

Main Salmon - Wasps

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

PS. I'd still go back in a heartbeat. YJ's and all.

Whitewater Pioneer George Wendt Passes Away

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

George Wendt - founder of O.A.R.S and all-around good guy - passed away this week. Tributes are easily found online and on FB, but here's a good one...

Whitewater Forum : Paddle Talk

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: megspkSubject: Paddle TalkPosted: 12 Jul 2016 at 2:15pmSo I've heard a lot of talk, but what is the difference between a straight shaft and bent shaft? I can SEE the obvious difference and understand it's lighter, but in regards to the roll and paddling I've heard differing views. I took my straight shaft breakdown to the pool and it felt totally different than my bent shaft. I felt lik...

Whitewater Forum : Paddle Talk

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: superposerSubject: Paddle TalkPosted: 12 Jul 2016 at 1:39pmMegan I have the 197 Sherpa. If you want to give my shaft a stroke just Let me know

Main Salmon - Wasps

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

On a related note: These traps were recommended. (https://amzn.com/B00004RAMV) I do happen to have a bunch of these...

Lost Paddle on Black Rock

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

If Muhammad Ali was still here, he would have murdered that rock. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejE-Do9PeJw

(New) Old boat

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

If it is that old it could potentially be pre-urethane coated and just be a glued pvc boat. The last 2 digits of the tag should tell you the year...

Stolen Gear Bag

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

North Main.

Opinion Needed-Sotar Warranty

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by spencerhenry)--- let me see, the boat is 5 years old, 30 uses, let me get my calculator out. oh, here it is, that is 6 times...

Fluid Solo Cracked Outfitting Solution

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Just buy some replacement hip pads from another company and velcro/strap them into place. Cheap Fix Hip Pad Kit - Jackson Kayak Store...

Lost Paddle on Black Rock

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

When I beater like that, it's the rocks that break.

Whitewater Forum : Paddle Talk

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: Jed HawkesSubject: Paddle TalkPosted: 12 Jul 2016 at 11:50amIF your going to look for a lighter paddle your also likely looking at a stiffer carbon shaft and ditch the bent shaft and go with straight to shave a few grams. The carbon blades on a fiberglass shaft are as light as your going to get with out going to a slalom paddle, but then you sacrifice durability. My advice is always a s...

Whitewater Forum : Sky Mon. @ 6pm

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: Jed HawkesSubject: Sky Mon. @ 6pmPosted: 12 Jul 2016 at 11:51am6 at split tonight 7/12

Found Helmet at Columbine Landing

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hello! I lost my helmet on Friday. Light Blue with a white hibiscus flower. 970-485-3550. Thanks!!!

Portable submersible water generator design?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'm a hydroelectric engineer. Designed, installed, REAL hydrokinetic turbines in the Mississippi and tried get these smaller ones to work in ...

Ladore at 9230

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

More bug beta anyone?

For the Love

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

If anyone is in the mood to watch an amazing kayak porno- Mountain Mind Collective (Wells Brothers) released a movie this season called "For the...

Stolen Gear Bag

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I was in BV Sat & Sun, but sorry, I can't help you. I am, however, curious where in BV it happened, and when? Thx, and good luck with recovery.

please help to choose correct play boat

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

A Jackson AllStar(Last Gen) would also be a great boat. Very comfortable at your height and weight, plus faster and easier to catch waves than the...

Roberts Tunnel Flows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thank you for all the years of Support Ian in the local paddling community.

Opinion Needed-Sotar Warranty

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

OK let's see more of the photos showing the damage all over the boat. So far we have one photo that looks gnarly, yes. the others do look like...

Star & Rocky Mountain Rafts

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

We sell direct, HOME - STAR manufactures the world's finest inflatable rafts, catarafts and kayaks and accessories for whitewater rafting and...

help with raft id manufacturer/model?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The big black oval logos that have been blacked out look like something I have had in the shop before. I forget the name. It may come to me later....

Color is rubbing off of my raft.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

If it has just started you have some time left with her. I was just saying aggressive use of cleaners with harsh solvents in them will expedite the...

Roberts Tunnel Flows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Turn on the tunnel! Thanks Steve for taking this on, much appreciated. I took on the task of relaying Roberts Tunnel flow info from Denver Water...

Opinion Needed-Sotar Warranty

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by spencerhenry)--- i have read all the posts in this thread. my opinion is based on ALL of the posts. I think that the...

New guidebook: Paddling Pacific Northwest Whitewater

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

https://vimeo.com/170508558 Here's a promo video from Substantial about the guide book. It definitely looks like a good investment for PNW boating.

Lost paddle in the numbers

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Nice work! Would suuuuck to loose a new Sho Gun. Aint nobody got time fo dat.

Lost Chacos at Banks

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by MountainmanPete)--- You gotta checko your Chaco! Be honest. What distracted you so much that you forgot your best pair of...

Help fixing old Avon pressure relief valve

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by zbaird)--- If it was in the shop I would unscrew the valve to clean it. Gently grab it with channel locks and lefty loosie....

Grand Canyon Rigging for a 15' in Sept..

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

One could write a small book detailing all the tricks of the perfect GC oar rig. I say just keep a balanced load, push downstream, and if you have...

Whitewater Forum : Paddle Talk

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: megspkSubject: Paddle TalkPosted: 12 Jul 2016 at 8:57amI'm looking into eventually getting a new paddle. Right now I'm using a 194 Werner Sherpa 30 degree bent shaft. It's also a small shaft. For my next paddle I want something even lighter for sure and paddle blades about the same size as the Sherpa. I'm also considering getting a paddle that's a bit longer. What's the thoughts on that...

Opinion Needed-Sotar Warranty

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

American made is best. However, we must remember that Americans lost a lot of blood in Korea to help make it what it is today; a free democratic...

The AIRE Bakraft expedition....

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have not idea about this year. If I remember accurately it was present last year. Assuming you have a sales meeting you could probably contact your...

New guidebook: Paddling Pacific Northwest Whitewater

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I hadn't seen this mentioned here. There's a new guidebook for the Pacific Northwest. I've paddled out there a few times and while there have been...

Portable submersible water generator design?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have a couple thoughts, I recall from fishing discussions the faster flowing water is at the top of the water column, so a small turbine near the...

Fluid Solo Cracked Outfitting Solution

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hey guys, this is my first post in this forum so redirect me if this is the wrong place for this post. Also, I'm in the process of buying my first WW...

Roberts Tunnel Flows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

*Update.* Denver Water will increase the imports from the Roberts Tunnel to 200 cfs beginning today 7/12 and will likely continue imports at this...

Color is rubbing off of my raft.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Stage 1: She still holds air like a champ. Sure a few patches here and there are needed but this isn't the end. That's a paddlin'.

Stolen Gear Bag

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Bummer. I will certainly keep my eyes peeled for your gear, but I have to assume it was someone on their way out of town. Been having more gear than...

Opinion Needed-Sotar Warranty

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

bucketboater and spencerhenry - did you guys even read the posts? in terms of comments, both of you seemed to be the ones who came here to post with...

please help to choose correct play boat

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

You might also try a Jed, but also consider how far you want to go into playboating. The Jed, Rockstar and Jitsu are all aggressive playboats that...

New Maravia Problem

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Osseous)--- Put a heavy metal box on a trampoline and drive it down a bumpy road on a flatbed......you now have a giant...

LOST keys and wallet upperC

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I guess I did say "boat" instead of kayak. My son and I were in a tandem kayak, first time on the river with it together. I've run that stretch in...