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Z Pro PVC Raft?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Some quick searching makes it look like they are the manufacturer of Star Inflatables. I didn't see any real river rafts offered under the zpro...

Third annual Whitewater Photography Championship

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks for the kind words, wrapping up all of round one here, next round should be up after the weekend, hopefully enough rain to spend the rest of...

ink for PVC?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

As others have said: Krylon Fusion works, but so does any spray paint that specifies it's for vinyl. These paints can be found at auto parts stores...

What type Winch for Trailer

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Mine is only a glorified utility trailer, but I need it to haul my fire wood to, so I make it work. A tilt trailer would be awesome, but I am able...

Presidential race 2016

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Schutzie)--- Actually, Schutzie has a platform for that! Trump as VP and in charge of reducing the debt and controlling...

What type Winch for Trailer

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Dr.AndyDVM)--- I have a 6' loop of tubular webbing that I hook onto the chicken line at the bow and then run into the boat...

where to buy?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

You could contact Jackson and find the dealer list in your area. Then the local shop could order you one. It looks like most dealers near you have...

What size cataraft do I need?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I do like Mattman says, I run a little cat all the time solo. 10'6x20" this boat makes the outcast look like a pool toy. Drybox on board,real anchor...

Z Pro PVC Raft?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Anybody have experience with this brand? Z Pro? Interwebs indicates that them make stuff for water parks and whatnot. 11 Ft SB on sale that I...

ink for PVC?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

This from the Krylon website: This product is not meant to be used on flexible substrates. We recommend it be used on hard rigid surfaces only. If...

What pulleys, other rescue and z-drag questions.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

By the way, I have only ever used a z-drag to flip upside down gear boats, probably unwrapped at least 5 rafts so far, and never once needed a...

where to buy?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

OK I am looking for a lg karma to buy new . A quick internet search shows me one for sale in the whole world ? So where do you guys buy your boats I...

What size cataraft do I need?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

All the round boat recommendations ignore his desire for solo launch without a ramp- Sent from my SM-N900V using Mountain Buzz mobile app

Whitewater Forum : moving to WA, have some questions

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: DaleSubject: moving to WA, have some questionsPosted: 30 Jan 2016 at 6:52amThere is something like that on this site. Go to the "Home" page and look on the right under the "Quick Links" section for the "De PP Gmap" Works a little slow for me but it is a nice tool.

Whitewater Forum : moving to WA, have some questions

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: bottom_dwellerSubject: moving to WA, have some questionsPosted: 30 Jan 2016 at 5:36amthanks again for all of the feedback. i'm having a hard time figuring out which rivers are where on the map, aside from a few well-known ones, without having to constantly flip back and forth between the AW page and google maps. Is there a WA map that has the runs bulleted on it? thanks again, guys

Nex-Gen Pro-Loks

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I believe the PRO LOKS are hands down the best oar locks available! I would recommend them to anyone looking to purchase new ones! I own the pro...

Nex-Gen Pro-Loks

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

They are made in Washington not Oregon.

What's up in the Grand?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Schutzie)--- River guide is the only occupation I ever had where drinking on the job was a requirement. Of course, with...

Nex-Gen Pro-Loks

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by SpeyCatr)--- Just a question - there is the stainless steel horn and then the insert piece that the oar rests in with the 2...

Whitewater Forum : Top Tye wood

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: rockarollaSubject: Top Tye woodPosted: 29 Jan 2016 at 10:12pmGot onto TT today. Jan 29. in the short section between Box and Initiation there is new wood a long big piece crossing river in the normally run line it's not easy to see coming up to it till your close to it. Staying far left avoids it The rest of run is clean. Also on the shuttle on the back road up to Box putin has a big tr...

What pulleys, other rescue and z-drag questions.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I use Rock Exotica pulls and Rock Exotica ORCA carabiners. They are a twist lock 'biner that are easy to operate one handed. I didn't buy any of it...

Dyneema Rope

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I've spooled a couple of winches with the synthetic lines, yup they feel slippery. It would be interesting to see how prussics grip them. What size/...

Nex-Gen Pro-Loks

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Just a question - there is the stainless steel horn and then the insert piece that the oar rests in with the 2 bolts/studs or whatever holding it....

What size cataraft do I need?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I had a 13' Aire Wildcat with a very minimal frame, super fun boat. Two people was way too much weight. The 14' NRS hubby had could handle 3 peeps...

Dyneema Rope

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by duct tape)--- Will Prussik knots hold on to it? ---End Quote--- It might not hold quite as well as other ropes, but I...

What pulleys, other rescue and z-drag questions.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

What pulleys are you folks running in a flip/z-drag kit? Need to set one up for the boat and looking to source three or so. I hadn't heard of...

Nex-Gen Pro-Loks

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by GreenWall)--- R The whole point was we already know all about the Pro-lok thing been seeing them for years, this forum...

Cosanga video

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

You will love it. This was a really great week.

Salt is up!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Comparable to 2013 which was sn ok year.

Whitewater Forum : moving to WA, have some questions

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: septimus primeSubject: moving to WA, have some questionsPosted: 29 Jan 2016 at 8:14pmThe Tilton is the staple run of Lacey/Olympia and there is a small but dedicated crew of boaters down there. If you move there, get to know Big Water Chris.Edited by septimus prime - Today at 8:15pm

Whitewater Forum : moving to WA, have some questions

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity

Author: bottom_dwellerSubject: moving to WA, have some questionsPosted: 29 Jan 2016 at 7:48pmthanks for the tips fellas. there is a job in lacey that is kind of sweet. how far from after-work boating is lacey? leavenworth is more my type of atmosphere

Dyneema Rope

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

It is slick, it is much like a Chinese thumb trap, the rope can be spliced if you have the skills and patience and it tightens on itself not loosing...

What's up in the Grand?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Citizens have been putting up with way to much out of THERE government for way to long, the thing now thinks it's the parent, instead of the child,...

DownRiverEquipment Vs. River Boatworks

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

There's no "blowing his own horn" emoji~ Sent from my SM-N900V using Mountain Buzz mobile app

Nex-Gen Pro-Loks

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by InflatableSteve)--- Will these work with the spring and lynch pin setup? When I upgrade my oars from Carlisle's to Cataracts...

Housing for a homie!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Just moved to the Denver area. Came because of a job opportunity, and now I'm looking for a place to live. It would be really awesome to get a place...

Dyneema Rope

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Be surprised if a Prussik wouldn't hold. By the nature of the knot it compresses equal to the load. Harder you pull the harder it grips. Should be...

Peak Flows on the Ark?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Mike Harvey)--- Earl you're the most experienced Gaper ever... ---End Quote--- That's pretty funny!

Salt is up!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Just got the email from Donald sulivan, sounds like decent chance for a good season, I like reading the emails he sends out, Fucking hilarious! Makes...

Salt is up!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Its never a bad day when your on the river.

Denver, South Platte attainments

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Forgot to say that I have never been to confluence too low. 100-200 cfs is the norm for off season training.

Distastrous Technique at Roll Session

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by hotchkiss)--- There are only three steps to a front roll and only two ways to mess it up. Almost always, a person misses a...

Peak Flows on the Ark?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Earl you're the most experienced Gaper ever...

Lower Taos Box this Spring

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I ran the ltb last year in may and it was at 800 cfs and it was a nice trip. With the snow this year I think you could run it in may.

Salt is up!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

How did it go. Depending if the permits work out, I may want to do a trip in February.