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Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
weather this weekend probably will slow it down. I am not sure a visual out by the highway shows the level well because there are diversions...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Yes, all of the white goodness from heaven is quickly turning to water :cry: . . . . . . time to mow the lawn and start riding the water! :)
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
To clarify, Texas is not where you should live based off of river selection.
Professor Paddle
· Washington, Oregon and vicinity
Author: cbishop1Subject: File your eComment with FERC today!Posted: 13 Apr 2016 at 9:10amHere's what I wrote, Sorry for the slow response JP! Keep pushing buddy! Greetings, I am writing to express my sincere disappointment that a dam is being considered on the Skykomish River near Sunset falls. As a PUD user, I can't help but feel there must be some sort of private interest that stands to gain ...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
---Quote (Originally by gunnerman)--- hey Rojo, we have a small group of Ik's out of Montrose, Co. that plans on coming that way first part of May...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Thanks scrsqurrl, my previous statement about Rapid 10 is actually 5, I remember it was early in the canyon, I tried to go right of the current as...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
What are your oars made of?..... I used to work on a fishing boat in the North Atlantic. We had carbon fiber gaffs that were stored vertically...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Hi trickpony, I have a July 26 Hells permit and also live in Colorado. It's a hell of a drive for a four day trip I agree, that's why I was...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
By lowering the seat you can stretch legs out which helps in bracing and they you can also run shorter towers because your knees can be lower.
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Very nice! Good example of the Line at Skull. Class II move, Class IV consequences if you don't make it.
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
---Quote (Originally by lmyers)--- Although the Conejos and EF San Juan are extremely close as the crow flies, Elwood Pass is very rough and even if...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
---Quote (Originally by Ripper)--- Local Texan here that is moving up to the Denver metroplex to join in the tourist trap fun in June. I also...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
It was there last year, but at a much higher flow.
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
This is our low water trip last year on Skull. I think we only had 2-3 boats go the safe route (left sneak), then folks started steering river right...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I put up up the bimini top and and hope the it will travel through the aluminum poles and down the wet tubes while I am insulated by the air around...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
---Quote (Originally by Lebowski)--- I think the boat insulating you from a strike is probably not valid. If lightning strikes your boat, you are...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
---Quote (Originally by abron)--- Scott, I am definitely interested in checking out the pinnacle gorge section. its only @ 3 hrs from santa fe. also...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Check out the attachment. The drop rails he was referring to are the seat bars. They are shaped so that the seat is lower in the frame.
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
That is a great time to go. I have done three day trips to Pittsburgh a few times and always regretted it. Take your time and do an extra day at...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I have that week off but not sure about the destination. I have a group talking about the NF John Day, Owyhee if the water is still there, or the...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I'd be concerned it would wear a hole for sure. I'd cut a rung off of the deck if it were mine. You still have plenty of tube support and you don't...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
White water Raft and Equipment (http://dallas.craigslist.org/sdf/boa/5492774348.html)
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Thanks for the good advise. The Ik people are capable to row but may want to just float for a couple of the days. All Ik rowers (owners) have a...
Professor Paddle
· Washington, Oregon and vicinity
Author: tiziakSubject: sample eComments to FERCPosted: 12 Apr 2016 at 10:55pmYou're doing great work JP! Thank you for spearheading this.
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
As for the Tempress seat. I notice they want to push you forward. I've started to offset them by rolling them back ( basically like shimming the...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I've been through a fair amount on the Jarbidge and Owyhee the times I was there, and we didn't have any close encounters there. Always seemed to hit...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I've swam skull. In the 12k-13k range. Wasn't rowing.
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I am a pretty easy going guy, but I've been bitten on the ass a few times. I don't want to take someone in my boat I don't already know. I don't want...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
hey Rojo, we have a small group of Ik's out of Montrose, Co. that plans on coming that way first part of May also, to run the upper Piedra, upper...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I struck out on all permits. Looking to join solid boaters on some of the classic river trips. Experienced boater and moderate/a bit wild in most...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Don't they hold to tubes in place? Seems like without the the tubes would roll out from under the frame. Jim
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I think the boat insulating you from a strike is probably not valid. If lightning strikes your boat, you are the high point. That means the order of...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
---Quote (Originally by 802flyfish)--- Just got accepted to yeti pro store so I'm looking to get one that will fit the storm. ---End Quote--- Is...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Cut Bait rapid, Chattahoochee: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gkAc_ImLcbQ&nohtml5=False
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
visual from yesterday was posted on the other most recent escalante thread
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
No takers at all eh?
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I would have to agree with dostep that it is probably out of your hands, when it's your time, it's just your time.
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
So the Delta and GJ guages of the Gunnison have been over 1000 cfs difference for a few days now; has anyone gotten a visual yet? I figured someone...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
I saw that the river has jumped up over the weekend and took the dog down to where I remembered the old 29rd wave and it seemed to be totally washed...
Professor Paddle
· Washington, Oregon and vicinity
Author: jPSubject: sample eComments to FERCPosted: 12 Apr 2016 at 7:15pmBy the way, Since I am subscribed to FERC docket #P-14295, I get an email notification each time a new document is uploaded to the docket. So I get a little chime on my phone every time a comment card or eComment is filed, and subsequently have read most of the comments filed so far, so for those of you who pulled the trigg...
Professor Paddle
· Washington, Oregon and vicinity
Author: jPSubject: sample eComments to FERCPosted: 12 Apr 2016 at 7:00pmSo that was my first comment, focused on the Existing Protections that should be legally adhered to. This next one is focused on the landslide...I posted pictures of it in the gallery here on PP.
Professor Paddle
· Washington, Oregon and vicinity
Author: jPSubject: sample eComments to FERCPosted: 12 Apr 2016 at 7:05pm Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 888 First Street,NE Washington, DC 20426 Re: P-14295 ?Sunset Fall Fish Passage and Energy Project? DLA Dear Ms. Bose and members of the FERC Licensing Team, As you are aware, the landslide at the base of Sunset Falls has been ongoing since 2013 and has claime...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
The river is the lowest point in the valley so in theory you should be safer there since lightning seeks the higher points. Regardless, it's out of...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Sounds fun to me.
Professor Paddle
· Washington, Oregon and vicinity
Author: JoesKayakSubject: Silly Stilly Watch 2016Posted: 12 Apr 2016 at 6:50pmShe's low now but some heavy rain coming through. If it comes up anyone up for Wednesday evening Lap?
Professor Paddle
· Washington, Oregon and vicinity
Author: jPSubject: sample eComments to FERCPosted: 12 Apr 2016 at 6:54pmSo this thread does not cover the actual details on how to file an eComment w/ FERC. See the other thread for that which outlines the process. This thread is devoted to writing the actual eComments, or letters to FERC. ¡---The deadline for filing comments is 4/27/2016---! I have filed two comments with FERC so far, and will...
Professor Paddle
· Washington, Oregon and vicinity
Author: jPSubject: sample eComments to FERCPosted: 12 Apr 2016 at 6:58pm Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 888 First Street,NE Washington, DC 20426 Re: P-14295 Sunset Fall Fish Passage and Energy Project Dear Ms. Bose and members of the FERC Licensing Team, I find it unacceptable that Snohomish County PUD in Washington State is proposing a hydro electric project o...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Generally you don't want to be on or near the highest point (mountain top, lone tree in field, only boat on a lake), or in a depression/cave where...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
Lightning is a threat on the river, but even more so when you pull closer to the lightning rods(trees) on the bank. I have a lot more to say about...
Mountain Buzz
· Colorado, Western US and everywhere else
---Quote (Originally by GreenWall)--- It is built in our frames for 4 reasons, I am curious to see what the explanation is for why it is done...