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Found: Kayak paddle Dowd Chute

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Nope wasn't boating it. Was walking the dog along the bank, looking for treasure, and picking up trash. Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz

Whitewater Forum : Upper Sultan Problems

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: BIGWATERSubject: Upper Sultan ProblemsPosted: 27 Apr 2016 at 4:57pmSo I think this thread is getting a little off track. It's not about east vs west or anything like that. It's about the fact that Tom has put years into makeing this release happen, and all his work is being compromised by people registering and not showing up. If you register you must show up, end of story. If no on reg...

Whitewater Forum : Sky lap

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: outdoorjunkie88Subject: Sky lapPosted: 27 Apr 2016 at 4:06pmya, makes for fun rescue practice. Just messing, I never say what people should and shouldnt run, there is enough online beta for you to decide, but I am more than happy to describe rapids to you and show you lines. Im thinking thursday at around 4:30-5 at splitrock

Found: Kayak paddle Dowd Chute

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Ok thanks. I've ran the Minturn run down to about 275 and thought it needed more to go back, but 350 is starting to get fun. Didn't know if maybe...

Muddy Chute

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I was looking at the gauge this morning and it looks like it's starting to rise. I was out there hiking a month or two ago and would love to catch...

Attaching platform to existing trailer

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I have a 12'x8' utililty trailor with 15" side rails. I took 2x2 square tubing drilled holes and bolted it directly down to the top of my side...

Upper Owyhee, lost gear, wrecked boat

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hey Carvedog,Some photos are living on an SD card in a flooded dry bag along the Owyhee. I didn't take many photos after the canoe wrap. The last...

Grande Ronde high water beta...

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by powbum)--- Also open to good hikes and layover camps if anyone has some good recommendations... Sent from my iPad using...

Westwater help

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

as said before, i would go with experienced folks first time down. And would wait til flows are down and water temps are up. A swim at higher flows...

Whitewater Forum : Upper Sultan Problems

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: iron monkeySubject: Upper Sultan ProblemsPosted: 27 Apr 2016 at 3:50pmJust gonna throw this out there...Coming from a long time paddling in the southeast home of ELFin, dam releaeses and southern hospitaility, the posts on PP regarding the first Sultan releases were not very inclusive and encouraging for people to show up. The gist of those were: Show up with your crew ready to handle y...

Grande Ronde high water beta...

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I don't know any hikes as much as "Points of Interest" We typically spend some time at the confluence of the Minam and Grande Ronde. There is a train...

Whitewater Forum : Biginners

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: SkyFallSubject: BiginnersPosted: 27 Apr 2016 at 1:47pmAny beginner kayakers out there that would like to go run low waters?

Cross mountain

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

It has tight spots. Anything over 14' is probably too tight in there. Assuming your 16' rig probably has 10' or 11' oars - whew. Find a buddy...

Whitewater Forum : Pool sessions?

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: TravisimoSubject: Pool sessions?Posted: 27 Apr 2016 at 1:23pmAre there any pool sessions going on now? I looked here and saw mention of one 5/2/2016 UPS from 8-10 I can't see any others. Are there roll classes offered anywhere? A guy at work is asking and I don't know the answer.

4CRS Swap & Sale - THIS WEEKEND!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Image: http://www.mountainbuzz.com/attachments/banners/phpbfqZoQ.jpg Don't miss the LARGEST boat & gear swap in the Four Corners area on April...

FNG looking to team up in Durango

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hey team, So, I'm a flat water guy, and just picked up a RMR Storm. Yes, I've got a lot of learning to do. I'm in flag, but plan on spending a few...

Escalante River

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Its a difficult drainage to predict. Sunflower snotel site is likely your best data to gauage right now as it sits closest to the primary headwaters...

Upper Owyhee, lost gear, wrecked boat

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Three of us from Boise returned Monday, April 25, 2016 from a canoe/IK trip from the 45 Ranch to 3 Forks on the S Fork Owyhee River. Or, I should say...

Lost Paddle on Bear Creek

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by craven_morhead)--- "At least someone is out there paddling." says the guy who doesn't want to run Bear under 300. ---End...

Whitewater Forum : Wenatchee Wednesday

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: SkyFallSubject: Wenatchee WednesdayPosted: 27 Apr 2016 at 11:37amI have my roll during practice, but I still need to get my combat roll more fluently. I can swim and don't need assistance getting to shore. Just need help at grabbing the paddle. if you do decide to go (alone or with other paddlers) and don't mind having a beginner, please let me know. wil 909-496-2121

Whitewater Forum : Wenatchee Wednesday

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: SkyFallSubject: Wenatchee WednesdayPosted: 27 Apr 2016 at 11:39amI meant grabbing the boat, not the paddle

Raft transport bag

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

https://shop.clavey.com/clavey-boat-bag---medium-p215.aspx Is a nice bag

Durango Camping Beta

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Outside of town there are a bunch more options....La Plata Canyon, Hermosa Park, Vallecito CG. Those are all within a reasonable drive from town. ...

Thoughts on Plywood Front Deck?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hi, Here's a method for a permanently rigged deck with low C of G. ......The setup that my buddies do is to cut pieces of (marine) ply (5/8~3/4) to...

Lost Paddle on Bear Creek

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

"At least someone is out there paddling." says the guy who doesn't want to run Bear under 300.

Whitewater Forum : Wenatchee Wednesday

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: otterendSubject: Wenatchee WednesdayPosted: 27 Apr 2016 at 11:30amClass 3. Wavetrains. A few non-retentive holes. Great play waves and play features. The Wenatchee is a wide river, so having a roll is a strong positive. As a beginner, it's good to run this section with at least 2 other boaters so that if you swim there is someone to assist you to shore and someone to chase the boat. (Ho...

Whitewater Forum : Wenatchee Wednesday

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: SkyFallSubject: Wenatchee WednesdayPosted: 27 Apr 2016 at 11:16amWhat class is this? I'm new to kayaking and want to get out there.

Cross mountain

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

A little inspiration for you: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6a70kpkO1uY

Muddy Chute

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Anyone been out to Muddy Chute in the San Rafeal Swell this season? Looking for water flow info for a mid-May trip in our PackRafts.

Attaching platform to existing trailer

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I laid 2x12s along the top of the side rails for mine. This allows me to use it as a utility trailer when I take of the roller. 2x12s along the...

Cross mountain

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

6000+ is high for Cross. Big H20 class 5 in a raft. A swim/flip would likely take until the end of the canyon to recover from. I've never heard of...

Found: Kayak paddle Dowd Chute

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Found a Perception kayak paddle jammed behind some boulders in the chute. It's in one piece. Sent from my iPhone using Mountain Buzz

Lost Paddle on Bear Creek

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Paddle slipped away as I was getting out of my boat to portage. Made the dumb move of not getting my paddle on shore first. Sent from my iPhone...

Whitewater Forum : Wenatchee Wednesday

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: otterendSubject: Wenatchee WednesdayPosted: 27 Apr 2016 at 8:29amAnyone interested in an early afternoon run on the Wenatchee from Peshastin or Roadside? Chris

Lower San Juan - Best Hikes

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

A fun hike is at the goosenecks unload passengers and send the boats around while everybody else hikes up and over to the other side. At the top...

Piss Poor

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Holy schnikeys! This makes me even more grateful for the pleasant transaction I recently had with a fellow buzzard. He sold me a large bulky item at...

Westwater help

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I would not recommend a ducky for first timers. You will be fine with the experience you already have in the raft. If the water gets above 10K I...

Cross mountain

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I was just wandering if anyone has experience rafting cross and if a 16' raft with oar frame will make if and what level is doable

Attaching platform to existing trailer

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Not really side llatforms but this works for me. With the side rails and a very heavy boat it does take 3 to 4 people to load. 2 to unload. 2 holes...

Glen Canyon Dam Flow Report

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

RRFW Riverwire Glen Canyon Dam Update *April 27, 2016* **Current Status** The unregulated inflow volume to Lake Powell in March was 553 thousand...

Thoughts on Plywood Front Deck?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I used to cover gear in a canoe with a small thin piece of plywood, and yes, made for a great table surface at camp - a rock or something underneath...

Snowpack prognosis positive

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'm headed back to the Upper Arkansas Valley with a smile! Up to 2 ft with this upcoming storm and it looks like more is on the way next week as...

Whitewater Forum : File your eComment with FERC today!

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: JoesKayakSubject: File your eComment with FERC today!Posted: 27 Apr 2016 at 8:03amBumping this again...TODAY IS YOUR LAST CHANCE TO COMMENT FOR THIS COMMENT PERIOD.Lots of comments have been filed already, so thank you to everyone who has filed a comment opposing this ill-conceived horror of a hydro project.If you haven't yet there's still time. Please do so now.If you have filed commen...

Whitewater Forum : File your eComment with FERC today!

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: JoesKayakSubject: File your eComment with FERC today!Posted: 27 Apr 2016 at 8:07amAnother note:For those of you who are interested in reading the comments on this project, all documentation pertinent to this project are available online.Go to:http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/elibrary.aspAnd do a docket or general search for records using docket # P-14295.You can adjust your search to a s...

Whitewater Forum : Upper Sultan Problems

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: ckoontzSubject: Upper Sultan ProblemsPosted: 27 Apr 2016 at 7:53am Originally posted by outdoorjunkie88I know on the east coast especially the southeast, dam operations and kayakers work together very well. Boaters create their calendars based on dam releases. Everything has dams on it out there and they do an amazing job on scheduled releases. But the biggest thing is, The boaters show...

Whitewater Forum : Cooper

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: oukr9965Subject: CooperPosted: 27 Apr 2016 at 7:32amThanks for the tip. Looked at the website yesterday, says the road to Cooper lake is open and free of snow 1/4 mile up from the SLS hwy.