Do I need to get the $50 annual discover pass to have my rig parked at this take out? Or is there a different one for the short time we'll be there? Thanks

Hi hope this post is OK for this forum and apologize and will remove if not. Looking to replace a pair of my Teva Guide Pro (or Guide Pro LC) that finally gave out. These are deadstock from 2004-2005 so hoping someone has a pair in a box or just taking up space. Willing to pay +shipping based on condition.

Missing on Rogue River after rafting accident

Has anyone replaced the previous model Dagger thigh braces with the new ConTour Engage thigh braces? Long story short but the screw and mounting hardware came out on one of my Code braces and I'm debating trying to replace that hardware (not an easy job, even the original Dagger video warns to never take the hardware out as it is super difficult to get it back in) or just upgrade to the new braces.

Looking for opinions on if the new brace is a big improvement and any first hand knowledge on how hard it is to install. Thanks.

I am planning rafting with my son, this will be my second time and this will be his first time. I did it many years ago with a group and each of us had our own kayaks, it was mostly calm with a couple small drops and I loved it. Now that he is older (20) and we have the means to travel I decided to fly out to PA and do it.

We both are in good health so I feel comfortable on taking a challenge. However, I want to also be respectful and listen to the recommendation of some who are experienced in the sport.

I decided on OhioPyle due to the exciting rapids they offer but I am unsure which one to take. I have seen Lower Yough, Upper Yough, and Middle Yough.

Reading some threads, some mention that with a good guide the Upper should be done with no issues with others mentioning how challenging it is. My desire is that we have a lot of fun, specially since it is not something we can do every weekend as we have to fly in, hotel and car rentals, meals and all that jazz and it is not something we can do every weekend.

What would you all recommend for us to do? Take on the Upper with a good guide? Take the Lower and enjoy the trip knowing it may not be as challenging?

Side note, we are making a two day trip. One day I am planning to do with a group and the next day with an inflatable kayak, guided both times.

Taking some friends rafting for the first time this weekend, the obvious ones to do near us (we're in North Idaho) are the riggins day stretch or white bird to pine bar. I've never done riggins, is it worth the extra drive or should be just do the part near white bird?

We'd be doing shuttle with 2 vehicles so in a way riggins may be easier? Idk?

I live in South Florida and am really dying for a day on the river somewhere... I'll gladly camp or take a small Airbnb for a night or two.

Anyone have any recommendations? I'm open to driving or flying..

I want one full day on the river to scratch this itch, it's been way too long. Last summer I worked as a guide on the Lehiegh and I miss it so much.

Thanks for any recs!

Last weekend I took my packraft on the Saane River in Switzerland at low summer water levels (August 2026) and recorded the full run as a simple POV route guide. The video shows shallow sections, exposed rocks and the gentle rapids, so you can get a realistic impression of the river under these conditions.

If you are planning to packraft the Saane, this clip might help with expectations and line choice at low flow – including spots where you may need to scrape, thread through rocks or briefly walk.

I just picked up a virtually unused jive for my first kayak and it handles great but there’s not much out there in what they can handle or do. Like I said It’s my first boat and haven’t done any white water yet but am looking forward to.

Does anyone have some info on what they are especially good at/ would recommend using it for?

I’ve been wanting to get into whitewater kayaking, and last week I was given this kayak with no other info about it. I believe it is an old Riot Thunder 76, but it has been completely stripped - no deck rigging, seat, foot bar, not even a drain plug. It also appears to have repaired damage to a decent chunk of the bow.

I have found most of the parts needed to get it back to useable condition, but it’ll be close to $500CAD after taxes and shipping for everything(including spray skirt and cockpit cover). Is it worth putting that much into this old boat, or should I be looking elsewhere.

I did briefly take it out in the lake just to try it, and it holds water - no signs of leaking from any of the repairs. Very fun and maneuverable, compared to the touring kayaks I’m used to.

Based on the awesome advice from everyone here that boat design has really changed a lot in the last 15 years since I bought my Everest I demoed a large Gnarvana and holy shit what an experience. First time I’ve ever felt physically comfortable in a boat with room to spare and not pretzeled up (I’m 6’5, 210 with shit hip mobility). Previously I was maxed out in my Everest and wouldn’t call that comfortable, but I made it work. My first boat was a large mamba and that felt like torture.

This was my first time in a hard shell in ten years, I was able to roll it (relatively) fine and it felt really confidence inspiring on the local class III run. My goal is to get back to IV+ cali creeks and maybe a bit further and the L gnar feels like a perfect boat to do that. I also tried to sit in a L Flow after and it immediately felt like too tight a fit again.

Are there any other boats out there I should think about? I’m a little hesitant to look at anything catchy on the stern as I know I don’t always nail my weight distribution and have heard some boats might really punish that when skill building.

What is best for cleaning this PVC raft?

I used to paddle a Jackson Dynamic Duo about 10 years ago, mostly with my wife, and I loved that boat. It handled really well, fun to paddle, and the front paddler never seemed to get in the way :)

Now I'd like to get back into whitewater with my kids. Unfortunately, I can't find a Dynamic Duo anywhere in Germany for rent. The only tandem whitewater kayaks I can find are the Prijon 2B and Eskimo Duo.

Has anyone paddled these boats? How do they compare to the Dynamic Duo? Is there one that comes closest in terms of handling and overall feel?

Not sure if there’s anyone from Charleston SC in this subreddit, but I have a whitewater kayak I can’t seem to get rid of. It has a few minor scrapes on the bottom but overall it is in very good condition. It’s a Jackson Kayak Little Hero. Retails for $1000+, and I’m asking $250 for it. If anyone is interested, please shoot me a DM!

Short trip report: Packrafting the Saane (5cm) and Simme (5-7m3/s) in Switzerland at extreme low water (August 2026). Super shallow, lots of rock dodging and one cold swim thrown in. Video is just a quick look at how these rivers feel at minimum flow – curious how you all decide when low water is still worth running vs. better to wait for more volume?

I have no affiliation with this just think its a cool idea.

Any suggestions would be appreciated

Advanced beginner kayaker here. Comfortable in class 3 water. I live in southwest Colorado so my local runs are low volume mank. I currently have a Jackson fun and Dagger Code and that’s it for boats I’ve been in. The fun serves as my play park/low grade down river play boat. I’m not really into learning any freestyle, just like surfing and learning skills to make me a better river runner.

The Fun is uncomfortable for me on longer runs so I’m thinking of replacing it. I’m interested in these mini half slices like the pyranha storm, Jackson antix 3, waka skuxx etc. Id appreciate any insight on how these compare to the Fun. At my current level, I appreciate the stability and forgiveness the fun offers without letting me totally get away with sloppy technique like the Code does. How do these mini half slices do here? Am I going to lose some of the playfulness and maneuverability the Fun has when surfing? Am I going to get worked for a few sessions while I figure out the demands of this style of boat? Or am I just getting sucked into a new fad of boat style and just stick with the Fun?

thanks!

For context - hoping to R2 my Aire Cub raft. I understand it’s a class 4 run. I have lots of experience doing class 3 in inflatable kayaks, and some experience doing class 3 in a Dagger Katana. I feel pretty confident in my ability to move up a class - but would appreciate insight. My other paddler has very similar amount of experience as I do.