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by Van
Sun Feb 05, 2012 2:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wetsuit vs drysuit
Replies: 10
Views: 1517

Re: Wetsuit vs drysuit

Thanks for all the input. I might have to go back and look at drysuits again.
by Van
Fri Feb 03, 2012 5:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wetsuit vs drysuit
Replies: 10
Views: 1517

Wetsuit vs drysuit

I was just wondering what is the general opinion on which is better for winter in Arkansas rivers. I like my fullbody wetsuit for most of the time when the water is cold. I haven't tried much in the way of drysuits, but the couple I tried on seemed kind of restrictive. I have also heard that the wet...
by Van
Mon Jul 18, 2011 7:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rendezvous 2011 September 16, 17, 18 Camp Couchdale
Replies: 26
Views: 4065

Re: Rendezvous 2011 September 16, 17, 18 Camp Couchdale

Dave, Lea will volunteer for the registration table for Rendezvous. Just let her know what you need her to do.
by Van
Thu Jun 23, 2011 9:20 am
Forum: For Sale & Gear Swap
Topic: **SOLD** Mohawk Solo13-$650
Replies: 10
Views: 2878

Re: NEW-Mohawk Solo13-$650

Dave, I arrived back in the states late last night. I didn't see any mail from you with directions and tried to call you this morning. Any chance for an appt. today??
by Van
Sat Jun 18, 2011 8:06 pm
Forum: For Sale & Gear Swap
Topic: **SOLD** Mohawk Solo13-$650
Replies: 10
Views: 2878

Re: NEW-Mohawk Solo13-$650

Would be interested in lookiing at them. I should be in Fort Smith on Thursday. Can you give me directions to the shop?
by Van
Wed Jun 08, 2011 11:14 am
Forum: Recreational/Touring
Topic: Class of the Current River
Replies: 1
Views: 445

Class of the Current River

What class is the water on the Current River. Are there any class 2 rapids on it?
by Van
Fri Jun 03, 2011 3:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Canoe seats
Replies: 1
Views: 409

Canoe seats

Does anyone know if I will be facing any problems trying to replace my seats in my Pelican canoe with aftermarket seats. My concern is the stiffing bar that runs me the length of the canoe under the seats. With the aftermarket seats there will be nothing to hold it in place. Will it make much of a d...
by Van
Tue May 31, 2011 10:29 pm
Forum: Recreational/Touring
Topic: Current River end of June
Replies: 8
Views: 1161

Re: Current River end of June

Van's wife here....Now honey that is not fair, you let the 12 yr old take your solo and it's your fault I have the Saranac now...you should never have let me try it out!!! Oh well it's mine now....you have others to choose from....hehehehe
by Van
Fri May 27, 2011 8:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Canoe Camping
Replies: 15
Views: 2668

Re: Canoe Camping

I agree with Jim on the upper Ouachita, but there is some private land along the river banks. There are 5 or 6 float camps between Pine Ridge and the lake and several outfitters along the river offering camping. Check with the forest service and they have maps of all the old FS float camps. The wate...
by Van
Fri May 27, 2011 8:25 pm
Forum: Recreational/Touring
Topic: Join us on the Ouachita River!
Replies: 1
Views: 445

Re: Join us on the Ouachita River!

I put about 58 miles of floating on the upper Ouachita over the last month, wish I could be there right now; but I am overseas on business for 3 more weeks. Will be hitting it some when I get back if that flow is any good.
by Van
Fri May 27, 2011 8:16 pm
Forum: Recreational/Touring
Topic: Current River end of June
Replies: 8
Views: 1161

Re: Current River end of June

Thank for the input guys. I can go anytime I want during the end of June / first part of July. Got 20 days of nothing of canoeing to do as long as I can find some good water somewhere. When I go it will be for at least 2 days on on the river, maybe 3 or 4. I hear that it usually has good flow when m...
by Van
Wed May 25, 2011 5:06 pm
Forum: Recreational/Touring
Topic: Current River end of June
Replies: 8
Views: 1161

Current River end of June

Planning a trip on the Current River for the end of June or first part of July. Does anyone have any input that might be helpful for planning this trip. Any input or advise would be appericated.
by Van
Fri May 13, 2011 11:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mulberry Float Sunday
Replies: 5
Views: 905

Re: Mulberry Float Sunday

Ok, I will meet you at Cambell on Sunday morning.
by Van
Fri May 13, 2011 10:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mulberry Float Sunday
Replies: 5
Views: 905

Re: Mulberry Float Sunday

I should be up there on Saturday and Sunday. I might be good for Sunday. Will post again if I am up for it.
by Van
Thu May 12, 2011 9:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mulberry Friday?
Replies: 8
Views: 1000

Re: Mulberry Friday?

Was floating up there Monday and Tuesday. The water level was 2.9 Monday and 2.7 Tuesday; and the water was at a great level. If it will get up to around 3 by Saturday I plan on floating it again on Saturday. Did Redding to Turner Bend on Monday and Wolf Pen to Redding Tuesday.