Same Deep Water: April 2007

25.4.07

A Little Update

Well, if there is anybody still looking at this and interested, paddling has been a bit of a struggle lately. I've gotten a little play boating in, though that doesn't really count as paddling, and had some mis-adventures in California and Washington. California is now looking quite a bit better too, so maybe heading back there soon. Royal Gorge anyone?

Carvin it up in the local spot.

EJ and I went up to Washington to attempt to do four rivers in a couple days. On the way up we stopped for a little play on the Santiam, then up to Canyon Creek in Washington. All went well and we had great weather, though water was low.

Canyon Creek put-in, following dentists orders.

Thrasher with my boof face on.

I'm sure EJ had the same face for this mega-boof.

Kahuna

EJ goes for the plug.

After a night in Portland we made our way toward Hood River for the Little White and the Green Truss. After figuring out shuttle we got to the put-in to see the clouds burn off and leave us with another great sunny day. We got down through Gettin' Busy and Boulder Sluice without incedent, but once to Island, EJ noticed a growing amount of water in his boat. With a little more inspection we saw the culprit, a 4 inch crack just under the seat. He opted not to risk the rest of the run with a boat full of water so wanted to hike out. Having had the pleasure of hiking out of the Little White on a previous boat malfunction occasion, I opted to finish the run. It was a great time running the Little White by myself. I chose not to run Spirit, even though it looked sooooooo gooooooood.
Until next time...maybe some L Dub photos too...

12.4.07

Nilahue

So it's been a while since I was there, but here are some shots of our Nilahue run. I might put some more vid from Chile up pretty soon, but as you may have figured out, 'soon' means that it will probably be in a few weeks. So until then, enjoy.


Salto Del Nilahue in southern Chile. Collapsed from double drop to this in winter of 2006. First D of old falls by Lj Groth and Trip Jennings at insanely high water. First D of current falls by Chris Korbulic, Rodrigo Tuschner, and Ian Garcia.

Also, here are some purty shots of the same falls.

Making the move away from the hideous undercut cave.

Chillin at the base.

Post run elation.

ps. heading to California this weekend and may stay there for a while if anyone is interested in paddling. I know flows are pretty dismal, but we may just have to settle for what we've got.

3.4.07

Oregon Update

I got myself a shiny new boat this weekend. Thanks to the good folks, especially Jeff, at Alder Creek in Bend. I have always been a fan of Alder Creek and I'll be back when I need more gear.
So now that I've got a sweet new ride I need to get out and use it. I have just been itching to get on the water and I think that this weekend is going to offer a great opportunity. After this weekend as well I hope to continue paddling as much as possible until I start working in mid to late May. California high Sierra runs are on the must-do list as well as some of the goods in Nor-Cal. Waterlevels are looking good and I think they should hold out long enough for me to go down there and get some. I can't wait!!!
Even if Cali doesn't work out, I've got my eye on a couple things in Oregon that will keep me entertained for a while. Where's my crew at?

For some eye candy...
Here are a few photos from my last couple of weeks in Chile.

Boof'n the ol' Jefe.