Video Review: Getting Beat Down
Some boaters are drawn to big munching holes, others avoid them at all cost. Sometimes you make it through, other times you and maybe your boat go along for the...
8 Cool Cooler Lifehacks - You Won't Believe Number 6!
#1 - Throw Bag A throw bag is part of every river runners gear. A cooler just happens to be on every multi day trip! Why not bring a little...
Upper Wind Whitewater Festival
The sun is shinning and snow is starting to melt! Whitewater festival time is here! The 2023 Upper Wind Whitewater Festival kicked off spring last weekend. Lower flows kept many...
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High Water Discussion | Aaron and Zach's Mediocre Rafting Show
It will be high water this season in California for the first time in quite a few years. Zach, Aaron, and Steve all spent time guiding in California on the...
The Best Colorado Rafting Day Trips for Families
Rafting is one of the most exhilarating and family-friendly outdoor activities, offering the perfect mix of adventure and bonding time in the great outdoors. Colorado is home to some of...
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Ultimate River Runner Contest Final Judging | Aaron and Zach's Mediocre Rafting Show
In this episode Zach, Aaron and Steve judged the final round of the Ultimate River Runner Contest. The winner is crowned the 2023 Gear Garage Ultimate River Runner, and wins...
Events: BoatSmith
BoatSmith is a beloved whitewater festival and race held happens annually on the Smith River near Gasquet, CA. As a mid-February season opener to whitewater races, it’s a home-town throwdown...
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Carnage Videos!! | Aaron and Zach's Mediocre Rafting Show
It's carnage week at Gear Garage! In this episode we take a look at a few carnage videos submitted by viewers. We also answered a couple viewer questions which led...
Pro Tip: Planning A Multi-Day Rogue River Trip
Did you just open an "congratulations you won a Rogue River permit" email? If so congrats. Here are some tips to help you plan you first, maybe 2nd of whatever...
Pro Tip: Best Whitewater Related Resources
Whitewater is a pretty small niche in the sports world. There aren't huge areas hosting events for the masses. Accessing whitewater for many begins with long hours driving just to...
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Best Practices 2.0 | Aaron and Zach's Mediocre Rafting Show
This week we discuss an updated best practices questionnaire with improved questions based on feedback and our lively discussion. In our new segment, Zach's Gear Corner, Zach and Steve discuss...
