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canyon cooler question

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

also, does anyone know if they are making a larger prospector model.

Balancing Weight on Raft

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

One strategy I have used for maintaining balance throughout a trip, is having something that looses weight at a similar rate as my cooler, in...

new raft advice - sotar or aire

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Interesting observation, elkhaven. Gonna pay attention to this now. Sent from my SM-N900V using Mountain Buzz mobile app

Better then Futa?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Baer or Anyone, got any helpful travel tips to the Puelo. I'm planning an early April trip to there. We're going to recon fly fishing and kayaker...

Rapid rig question

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Flat deck pulled with a truck. I pull down the road partially rigged. It's hard to see the trailer in this pick. I'd take that deal n crawfish,...

Rapid rig question

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

These trailers are perfect for some people everyone's needs are different. I will seriously consider when I upgrade. Think they really make sense for...

kokopelli nirvana XL self bailer

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Sure seems like a stout little pack raft. A bit more weight, lots of carrying capacity though, and self bailing! Ya, who's paddled one? Could be a...

Klamath River Dam Removal

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by BlueTurf)--- Quote from the linked article. 100 feet per mile? There is probably something in there I'm thinking. :)...

R4 National Rafting Championship

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The United States Rafting Association is hosting its 2016 R4 National Championship on April 1st, 2nd and 3rd on the Rogue and Upper Klamath Rivers in...

Aire 156R vs 160DD

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Never mind, I'm confused here because it looks like the OP vanished and I am replying to other users.

River in a forest...

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

about what year did you first run the upper chetco and in what craft?

kokopelli nirvana XL self bailer

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Anyone have any experience paddling the Kokopelli nirvana self bailer in class III to IV+, how well does it bail? Nirvana XL Self-Bailer �...

River in a forest...

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by GreenWall)--- Up to tincup and go down the the barn with the pond to put in with the cat. And then I have my packy also,...

Rapid rig question

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I am with Willie 1.5 on that one I have seen them in person,followed the rattling things down a gravel road for miles and they look a bit cheesy...

River in a forest...

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by GreenWall)--- I use to run the chetco before it was made into a Facebook destination, last time I was there all kinds of...

Balancing Weight on Raft

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Little cat mean little loads. Ultimately, you are going to have a very difficult time balancing those huge boxes with that frame on those tubes....

Rapid rig question

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Which rapid rig did you see? Just wanted to clarify for your observations on quality. It sounds like it might have been one of this Randy guy's...

Whitewater Forum : Any interest in Jefferson?

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: tiziakSubject: Any interest in Jefferson?Posted: 19 Feb 2016 at 8:48pmIt could be in tomorrow if we get a little bit more rain.

Whitewater Forum : Sky Tomorrow!!

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: Matt HaverlySubject: Sky Tomorrow!!Posted: 19 Feb 2016 at 8:33pmHey, I could come up and run shuttle for you guys. My Wenatchee trip fell through. I'm not exactly sure about running this myself at this level but I am close by and could shuttle for folks. See you at 11am. :)

Rule of thumb when you have to swim??

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by bystander)--- I noticed the cartoon recommended leaving the boat upside down if you lack float bags to prevent swamping, and...

Best day or weekend trips from the Front Range

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'd take a weekend and camp in either the Poudre or Arkansas Valley. Both rivers have excellent class II-IV runs. Both can be done as day trips...

River in a forest...

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by GreenWall)--- Your banging around in the neighborhood! I use to run the chetco before it was made into a Facebook...

Balancing Weight on Raft

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Pudgeman, one other thing to answer your question. Last year I was lucky enough to follow some world class boaters down a few rivers on my play boat....

Rapid rig question

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I've watched these Rapid Rig trailer threads for a couple of years with interest. I really like some of the ideas that are incorporated into this...

Lost \ Found \ Stolen : Lost paddle

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: thad2000Subject: Lost paddlePosted: 19 Feb 2016 at 7:03pmIt's not bad, seems safe enough. The guy who lost the paddle was caught in a bad whole.. but flushed him after 3 roll attempts. Most of it was just strong moving with some nice wave trains and occasional side waves from the banks. Just remember a bit of respect.

Lost \ Found \ Stolen : Lost paddle

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: thad2000Subject: Lost paddlePosted: 19 Feb 2016 at 6:55pmyea,.. I loaned my paddle out.. thought there would be three of us going down the river, but after the paddle was lost only two... and the other guy was really new in an inflatable. So I didn't screw around. It's good to get out in bigger water when I've been keeping to low flows. I took the safest lines. I'd be for doing it again...

Buy \ Sell \ Give \ Receive : FSBO : 18' Grand Canyon Raft Package

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: rickaand53Subject: FSBO : 18' Grand Canyon Raft PackagePosted: 19 Feb 2016 at 6:20pm( Not sure if this is how to list something for sale; FSBO link didn't work ) GRAND CANYON RAFT PACKAGE FOR SALE 18 foot, 2004 HYSIDE SELF ? BAILING RAFT in EXCELLENT CONDITION, $ 6,000 THIS IS A VERY COMPLETE, PROFESSIONAL SET-UP - - - - - - - - - - - - - RAFT : 18? 4? long x 8? 4 ? wide, 23 ? diameter ...

Rule of thumb when you have to swim??

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Every circumstance is different. Keep your head, make smart choices. Be willing to let go of your gear although since I paddle with a Jimistyk, a...

Getting a cancellation on Recreation.gov

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Here is a link to an article with more information on how a weighted lottery might work. When I responded to the survey in 2013 I was in favor of it....

info on lower freemont river

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Wow, Wow, Wow what a post Kit, simply incredible my man. How in the hell do you remember all this stuff. Yes I want as many miles as possible my...

dry top and pants vs dry suit

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by lmyers)--- I'm sorry if this is rude, but are you boating at this time of year? Do you run only class II-III mid summer?...

Great Deals Out There

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

If you need 8 1/2 foot oars... Raft Frame and Oars (http://westslope.craigslist.org/bpo/5455642305.html)

info on lower freemont river

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hey Gunner, glad to hear you are getting excited. The Fremont through Cap Reef is not a glamour run but it's worth doing if you are in the area. ...

dry top and pants vs dry suit

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

This thread is beat up, I couldn't make it through pages 3 and 4 so I jumped to the end. You get what you pay for in outdoor-tech goods. Get a...

Rule of thumb when you have to swim??

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The rule of thumb about swimming is that there are no rules. You do what you have to do to make sure you survive. My best advice is to paddle with...

Best day or weekend trips from the Front Range

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'm excited to get out for my first full season in my IK and/or hard shell. What are the best rivers or sections of rivers for up to Class III (or IV...

Whitewater Forum : Solo Boating

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: dinsdalwSubject: Solo BoatingPosted: 19 Feb 2016 at 4:27pmi'm probably a bit out of the mainstream on this topic. i often paddle by myself, probably a third to half the times i paddle. i have taken a few solo paddling trips out of the country (canada, mexico, chile) and at this point have spent a lot of time paddling hard and remote runs by myself. it is a mixed bag. i feel i paddle bet...

new raft advice - sotar or aire

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by elkhaven)--- I was shocked at how little shape was there. . ---End Quote--- Elkhaven I understand what you are saying,...

dry top and pants vs dry suit

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by soggy_tortillas)--- I also prefer splash tops to dry tops. My Bomber Gear top is excellent (sad they shut down), with a...

Whitewater Forum : Solo Boating

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: outdoorjunkie88Subject: Solo BoatingPosted: 19 Feb 2016 at 3:54pmI think it depends on what the purpose is. I like to solo to really get into the back country and be isolated. I could also see doing solo runs if you are training or practicing for an event. I also learn the river a lot better if I am on my own, I tend to paddle better. I def wouldn't push my limits, well except for that ...

Rapid rig question

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I got some measurements for you guys. Mine has 21.5Â? clearance from the top of the trex to the bottom of the upper deck. Paul, mineÂ?s only a 4ft...

new raft advice - sotar or aire

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by shappattack)--- Not you, jeebus, I call the original OPs post a troll cause there has been so much aire vs sotar...

Balancing Weight on Raft

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Another, on prototype asymmetrical 13x23, an adjusted pattern to handle weight better and still cut like a razor in big water. Attachment 11032...