Re: Packraft advice
Well Rich, with your advice, and other advice that came to me directly by email, I'll leave landings at Vishnu to the professionals, and stick to getting to...
lrwieland 2014-07-06 11:06:12 #76254
Re: Packraft advice
Hi Larry, the crossing above Hance is easy. Just get 400 or 500 yards upstream of the rapid. Obviously, a little paddling practice ahead of the crossing in...
rich_rudow 2014-07-05 22:17:29 #76253
Re: Packraft advice
Hi Mike, you make an excellent point. A "real" kayak paddle is beefy and can be mashed on rocks without damage. The Olo is made to be lightweight for flat...
rich_rudow 2014-07-05 21:49:28 #76252
Re: Packraft advice
Thanks, Rich, for the detailed reply. I love hiking in the canyon alone and was considering taking a packrafting hike by myself, but will seriously reconsider...
lrwieland 2014-07-05 20:24:27 #76251
Re: Packraft advice
Awesome advice from Rich!. Read this several times through, and then read it again.The one item I'm still on the fence about is the Olo paddle. It's light....
mikerogers_vt 2014-07-05 16:50:56 #76250
Re: Packraft advice
Hi Larry, the best packraft for a Grand Canyon hiker is the Canyon Flatwater 2 by Supai Adventure Gear. The best paddle is the Olo Paddle, also by Supai...
rich_rudow 2014-07-05 15:02:29 #76249
Re: Packraft advice
I cant say enough about Supai Adventure Gear pack rafts. Awesome. The paddle they offer is also incredibly amazing. Also the lightest products out there, as...
Keith Peterson 2014-07-05 14:19:31 #76248
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