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DIY gravity H20 filter

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have a katadyn that is nearly identical to that - love it! It was only like $70 bucks (10 years ago). I don't use it much but (never changed the...

Desolation Deso High water camps, Rapids?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Just what Phillip said. Steer Ridge is a good scout because it's a first "real" rapid and for new boaters it's a good test. Scout is on the river...

Deso May 31st launch trip spots: Please PM

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

River hasn't peaked yet, so doubt the bugs will be bad. Launching on 14th, hopefully the river will hold until we get through it :)

St vrain shelly cottage flow

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

There was a scheduled release for Lyons Outdoor Games, but the flow has since dropped. I imagine it should jump back up sometime soon, but that is...

DIY gravity H20 filter

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I didnt want to hijack the life straw thread but thought my homemade filter system may be of use to some. I decided to make my own for a few...

Deso May 31st launch trip spots: Please PM

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'm putting on Deso in a couple day with two kids and curious to hear how Bugs were and rapids? Hope you had a great trip, looking forward to mine.

Dry box loop strap hanger hack

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

This holds my box rock solid and keeps my forward angle I prefer. They are strap corner protectors for big rigs. I bought two and cut them in half....

Summertime boating in Sonoma county

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Zach, it sucks being a boater in this day when information is so hard to come by... try flagging down people when you see boats on top of cars and...

Desolation Deso High water camps, Rapids?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hello, I going to be putting in 6/9 and its expected to be around 20,000+ CFS. I got little kids with me. Can anyone recommend some good camps and...

Westwater Permit

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Good thing he left his phone # so we can all call him out for not turning it in. I know people who would've used it

OBJ running?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Did a couple laps yesterday morning at solid medium. Apart from the strainer directly after the upper section OBJ was clear of wood top to bottom. It...

home made rescue ladder

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have the two step on my Avon Pro about the same size tubes. Works fine, just be sure you rig it per the directions so it works in both upright and...

Motor rigs / Boat Formations

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I've tried many and the 2 in front, 1 in the back (kind of a "Y") is great. Steering is good, visibility is good, etc.

Video porn circa pre 2010

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I've been seeing some feeds of people doing some amazing stuff this spring on the Royal Gorge in California. The only bummer is the headcam footage...

Point and Shoot Photo Contest

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Adam Barron on NSV. Image: http://www.mountainbuzz.com/forums/members/467-albums1857-picture8430.jpg -d

St vrain shelly cottage flow

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Appreciate info on north fork flow from Lyons locals, thx

Westwater Permit

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

We won't cancel this Saturday! How's the mosquito situation at the WW Ranger Station? I always assume the swarm will be nasty large, but it...

Yampa Recommendations

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

. I don't know about the current owners, but I heard that old mrs. Mantle once blew a hole in a hatch raft with a shotgun Sent from my HTC One M9...

lodore-lost didgeridoo

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by k2andcannoli)--- Better than a rock falling from the canyon and onto your boat! Andy H once told me a story of that...

Lower Blue flows over next several days

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

No worries! I missed Kara's updates too, so I called around until I found someone willing to put me on the mailing list for the water orders. ...

Tip for shuttle drivers

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I tip like any service industry - 25%, but I usually round up to the nearest 10.

Flows for the Upper Eagle Dowd Chute

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Top of the old Dowd Chute "stick gauge" is 9', located on the river right pylon of the pipe crossing the Eagle river just below the Gore Creek...

Leafield C7 leaking

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Does anyone have a good method of repairing a leaking Leafield C7 valve? I've tried taking it apart and cleaning it with soap and water with no...

Motor rigs / Boat Formations

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

We run 3 wide all the time. I've done it on Cat and Deso. Try to keep them evenly weighted to avoid spinning. Leave the oars in the outside locks or...

Westwater Permit

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

We did not receive any cancellations or any changes and there was still one open launch for Saturday. Frequently people are fearful of the water...

Whitewater Forum : Lost Paddle Upper Icicle

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: peeleSubject: Lost Paddle Upper IciclePosted: 06 Jun 2016 at 7:06amTook a little swim in Roadside and lost a Werner Powerhouse with red blades. probably lost to the river but here to hoping it pops up somewhere. definitely have beer if it is found! thanks Mike

Tip for shuttle drivers

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

You might not want to leave the weed - it is Utah and distributing it is a felony. 99% chance they're cool, but be careful in Utah!

OBJ running?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Everything in the CB valley is running.

Upper Eagle flows?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Riverbrain and AW are each referencing gauges on two different stretches. The gauge that AW references for all sections of the Eagle River is the...

Whitewater Forum : 2016 FITW Cupdate Thread

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: WA-BoaterSubject: 2016 FITW Cupdate ThreadPosted: 06 Jun 2016 at 6:43amis there still water? anyone want to show me down tonight? say 7pm?

home made rescue ladder

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

looking at getting the two step pro made version. Any thoughts on this vs the three rung on a Maravia Willi 2?

Tip for shuttle drivers

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I want to say we tipped $50 for our Toyota truck (no trailer) last time on Deso/Gray.

Hypalon repair question

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks for the reply. I was planning on using Clifton with the catalyst added.

lodore-lost didgeridoo

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Better than a rock falling from the canyon and onto your boat! Andy H once told me a story of that happening in westwater. Consider your loss a gain.

Hung raft North of BV South of the numbers

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Damn cat boaters lol...hopefully everyone is alright. That looks like a simple case of someone getting cold and going home instead of looking for...

Whitewater Forum : Wenatchee River Fest!!

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: WA-BoaterSubject: Wenatchee River Fest!!Posted: 05 Jun 2016 at 11:11pmany consideration to start the raft race 15 min later? some people want to kayak race then raft race. would be nice to beable to do both.not enough time to shuttle up and meet rafters...

Tip for shuttle drivers

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

What's your standard for tipping the shuttle drivers? I'm all for taking care of the people who are taking care of my vehicle(s). Just unclear on...

lodore-lost didgeridoo

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by ColoradoDave)--- An instrument designed to make a sound anyone can hear from miles away was lost in a remote area shakily...

Upper Colorado 2 Bridges Access

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The upper gate access at 2 Bridges has been unlocked. It will remain open until after peak flows, somewhere after the river dips below 4500cfs. 2...

2016 Yampa River Festival was a success!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I had a blast, and have been lucky enough to enjoy the last 12 years. Sorry you lost your pump... that sucks!

Zoe, 50 lbs black lab/pit, Poudre- Stevens Gulch

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

If you're on facebook, join the DOGGONE Summit County page - I know it's for Summit County (looks like you're in Dillon), but we all have friends in...

Found Fly Box

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Found a fly box floating on the Colorado between Pumphouse and Radium Saturday evening....if you're missing one, tell me what it looks like and...

Whitewater Forum : MM this afternoon (6/5)

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: Mr.GrinchSubject: MM this afternoon (6/5)Posted: 05 Jun 2016 at 8:19pmHey, thanks. By 3:00, we were assembling for lap two. Lucked out and didn't have to do the bike thang. Felt great to do a solo run for the first, too. Something zen about it. I hope you got out, though! She's draining fast.

Hypalon repair question

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I would do a coat or two extra on the scrim to build it up a little. The glue will soak into the scrim a little more than it would the rubber so an...

"Lost" fly rod, across from garlic mikes takeout

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I forgot my rod at the takeout across from Garlic Mikes on the Gunny on tuesday night (5/31). Went back for it and it was gone. 5 wt TFO TiCrx. ...

Hung raft North of BV South of the numbers

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Image: http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160606/28ce8cc02cf34294e19ddf27bfbff354.jpg 38.91492990119015, -106.17236138598419 (38° 54' 53.74764''...