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DesoGray openings

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Wow, does seem like a lot of permits out there. High flows putting people off? It is almost twice the average with the big run off from the Yampa and...

Has anyone here purchased a Rivertech raft?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Troutdrifter, Did you see these boats and their flaws or just hear about them from your contact? It seems you should count yourself very lucky to...

The Boat People

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks, for the replies. I wanted to check them out(make sure it was a real company) before I send then a check. I just talked to Lee, he was very...

Summertime boating in Sonoma county

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Zach, you're right man, let's keep it positive. Still don't know squat about what you like to paddle, but the truth is (and why this thread seems so...

Upper Blue - any issues this weekend?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Can anyone offer updates and beta about the Upper Blue this year, and for this weekend June 11 & 12? Are there any trees or hazards on the...

Drinking water along the way in Hell's Canyon?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by knute51)--- Is there somewhere between the put in and Pittsburg Landing to refill drinking water? I have heard there is but...

Whitewater Forum : Also New To Washington

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: bobby20817Subject: Also New To WashingtonPosted: 09 Jun 2016 at 10:27amThanks for the recommendation! I'll be at the Wenatchee and the sky. See you all out there

Lost: PFD W/ Knife Near Saratoga WY

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

LONG shot I know... but what the hell... Black Astral jacket (forget the model, I've had it a while) L/XL with orange handle NRS Pilot attached. ...

Sportrail trailer- do I need to carpet the deck?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I don't have any pictures of my new set up, but I put to 18" wide 1/4" thick runners of HDPE sheeting on mine. Slides right off fully loaded for a...

Bomber Gear Pogies Lyons Playpark

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I left my beloved bomber pogies next to the hole in lyons playpark. I would love to get them back and there is a 6 pack of whatever you want for the...

San Juan High Water

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

WE just got off last week at 6000 cfs. we did MH to clay hills in 4 days. we just did a lot of short days with more time to hike, explore, nap,...

St vrain shelly cottage flow

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The American Whitewater site says there is 1 class IV rapid with a lateral wave in the Shelly's Cottage section, is this of any real concern? I am...

The Boat People

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

my brother, and a friend have both ordered boats from the boat people.. Both had good experiences.

Numbers Bridge Clearance?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hmm. I'm thinking it's a lot lower than 3400, if we're talking about the numbers on the arkansas river, colorado.

Has anyone here purchased a Rivertech raft?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

On a positive note, I found out about Timmy Luke at RecreTech and he totally dialed me in with a sweet frame. If your dropping a few thousand dollars...

Whitewater Forum : Also New To Washington

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: masonlacySubject: Also New To WashingtonPosted: 09 Jun 2016 at 9:24amGreat! See you there tomorrow. Stoked

Stolen at River Fest in Steamboat

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Sorry it was a k pump 100. Don't know why I thought it said 70. NEway if you know who took it just tell them I would appreciate it if they could...

kayak recovered on Poudre River 5/31/2016

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Boating since 1978, rescued gear and people lots. Thanks, beer, or other rewards sometimes!!! Saved lives at least twice maybe more you never know...

lodore-lost didgeridoo

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

One does not learn to "play" the bongos. They just merely aspire to bang rocks together

mamba vs zen

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The bottom line is both are excellent boats. Any pros or cons would really me minimal. My advice would be to buy which ever one YOU like for your...

Murtaugh beta?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Yeah we're ran it last weekend. And I know it came back up again. Thanks for sharing. Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz

Poudre - Friday after work

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

It's gettin juicy! Looking for someone to raft Poudre after work. I can be at BTO by 5pm to set up shuttle.

Lost powerhouse clear creek

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Lost my red werner powerhouse on clear creek at Elbow. Red blades with black tape along the edges. Should have my number on it. Beer reward.

Nail in Dolores coffin - 2016

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Electric-Mayhem)--- My group ran from Slick Rock to Bedrock but I joined them at Gypsum Valley boat ramp to Bedrock and it...

San Juan High Water

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Lay over days and day drinking. We had planned 4 days to get to Slick horn did it in 2. Waters fast waves are good just point and push. The...

Middle Salmon in 1 day

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

A couple years ago I rowed from Scout Camp to the takeout in ~24 hours at under 2'. Wasn't fun, or exciting, and I stopped at Sheep Creek for the...

Raft trailer input

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

That's the type of tire I've had problems with... but I only had problems with them on long trips - 6-8+ hours straight drive time. I didn't have...

The Boat People

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I haven't bought a raft, but other things. They're good people, they'll treat you right. Look below in the partners forum, they're currently...

Whitewater Forum : Also New To Washington

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: masonlacySubject: Also New To WashingtonPosted: 09 Jun 2016 at 8:05amI just moved here as well, have been in the Seattle area for about 3 days. I would love to join tomorrow for a run on the Sky! Is it cool if I meet you guys at noon tomorrow? Let me know! Thanks, Mason 303-502-4258

Espresso on the river

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Brotorboat)--- +1 for the Bialetti but buck up for the stainless over the aluminum ;) The trick, for me, is to go low and...

Raft trailer input

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

First trailer was too narrow. I found this 8x10 deck over aluminum 2 hour from me. He'll take $600 for it. Ive read some negative reviews regarding...

How tight should booties be?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks DBK. Never wore booties before so had no clue. I'm sure there will be beer in them soon enough haha

Middle Salmon in 1 day

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

We put in 46 miles in 6.5 hours of moving time with minimal paddling at 5.5'. I'm not sure why you would want to though. The rapids aren't that...

Raft,IK ? Need advice

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Whoapiglet)--- Here's your problem. That's not the way too run shuttle and will certainly add the hassle and time that you...

mamba vs zen

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

jackson's don't last in colorado.

Upper Colorado 2 Bridges Access

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

2 Bridges to Catamount is still very runable for most competent class I-II boaters. Bigger, faster, water requires faster decision making and creates...

Whitewater Forum : MM tonight Thurs June 9?

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: Cyn TaylorSubject: MM tonight Thurs June 9?Posted: 09 Jun 2016 at 7:05amAnyone free tonight? Text me at 206.850.6216 if you can go. My boat is coming to work with me, hoping to get wet.

Sportrail trailer- do I need to carpet the deck?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

It's a trade off. Anything carpet or matting will cause the deck to rot. You'll get about 3-5 years before replacement depending on where u live and...

2 bridges to catamount this Sat advise

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

MB Gang, 2nd year on the oars, looking to possibly take my raft down the Co river from 2 Bridges to Catamount this Saturday. Flows are close 4700...

Best shade for desert

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Mesh would be good shade but on the Grand we needed both shade and shelter from the rain. We had my Dragonfly and an NRS wing. Also an accordion...

Dolores is flowing!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by twmartin)--- Liquido: What section is Ponderosa Gorge? ---End Quote--- Dove Creek to Slick Rock.

Drinking water along the way in Hell's Canyon?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Yes. Lots of small feeder creeks to filter from and also a jet boat and lodging place to stop that had ice, beer, and water. I started trip with 5...

Drinking water along the way in Hell's Canyon?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Is there somewhere between the put in and Pittsburg Landing to refill drinking water? I have heard there is but cannot find any info. Thanks in...

Nail in Dolores coffin - 2016

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

My group ran from Slick Rock to Bedrock but I joined them at Gypsum Valley boat ramp to Bedrock and it was pretty tight through a lot of it. I did...

Boat Choice

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks for the feedback. I do like paddling the karma. It's fun. As long as the general consensus is that there isn't major hinderance to developing...