Missouri Whitewater Association | Levi Rhodes | Activity https://missouriwhitewater.org/members/levirhodes/activity/ Activity feed for Levi Rhodes. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:42:22 -0500 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 15cb5e5733fea8ab371ff9a6c3f05d11 Levi Rhodes started the topic Pyranha Ozone in the forum Gear Reviews https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/pyranha-ozone/ Thu, 03 Dec 2020 15:05:35 -0600 TLDR :  GREAT boat for the Saint Francis and general play runs.  May be hard to paddle at first with sharp edge and low rocker.  Stern squirts/play moves are a blast and it is VERY COMFORTABLE even for bigger guys.

I am going to write this review about the MEDIUM Ozone and adjust comments to give an idea of the L and S as well.

If I only had on…Read more

]]> 9303879d61b67e7b78b0526a057f3a0d Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Eminent Paddles Creek Fiberglass in the forum Gear Reviews https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/eminent-paddles/#post-16914 Sat, 11 Jul 2020 21:58:32 -0500 Chris, you are not wrong. I am now using the Werner Surge and it pulls hard! It’s my favorite paddle yet.

 

]]> ec42856c40e91850560abcc75ca17e4e Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Eminent Paddles Creek Fiberglass in the forum Gear Reviews https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/eminent-paddles/#post-16613 Tue, 24 Mar 2020 15:46:34 -0500 Yes, unfortunately they never made it to the market… haha… So basically my review is a tease, sorry.  I’ve been using a Werner Powerhouse again… Not as durable as the Eminent, but it lasted me longer than I expected.  Yesterday I recieved my new Werner Surge. I’ll use it for a bit and post a review on it as well..  The colors are poppin’, it…Read more

]]> dada5f8d9f5233fb395aa3aa126d5247 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Pyranha Creek 280 for $95 or Best Offer in the forum Gear Exchange https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/pyranha-creek-280-for-95-or-best-offer/#post-15750 Fri, 20 Dec 2019 03:42:37 -0600 Hey, I’ll take that off your hands if you still have it.  I’ll send you a text.

 

]]> 5bd5796e143714f0202ebe63e4503b93 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Beginner advice please!! in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/beginner-advice-please/#post-15276 Thu, 23 May 2019 02:48:27 -0500 I went to Highschool with Blake and sent him here – someone give him a hand if you can since he just missed the clinic.  Cheers!

]]> be052d582bd34a82aaa5085093091297 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic NewMad Medium in the forum Gear Reviews https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/newmad-medium/#post-14699 Mon, 25 Mar 2019 17:17:28 -0500 I’ll let Chris explain, but in case he doesn’t – Tombstone = back ender…  if you go slow enough through a hole or slower moving current, the faster current from behind will grab your stern and push it under water sending your bow into the air. basically like doing half of a backflip.   Chris moved his seat forward shortly after posting this a…Read more

]]> 8808934c1d1ee9a371a9c3b33a600299 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic drysuit advice in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/drysuit-advice/#post-13871 Tue, 29 Jan 2019 16:11:33 -0600 Hey, man. I’m not usually one to hate on a brand, but the price is low for a good reason. From my experience Stohlquists drysuit delaminate quickly and will only keep you comfortable for a couple of seasons. Others may have a different experience, but I’d recommend checking out immersion research or kokotat. IR is more reasonably priced, and I…Read more

]]> 5b7b71f19893e81bc20ffca635fb1710 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Perception Super Sport in the forum Gear Exchange https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/perception-super-sport/#post-13530 Sat, 17 Nov 2018 00:39:05 -0600 This kayak recently became available again.  I will be in SE Missouri for Thanksgiving and can bring this kayak if anybody would like it. Let me know  $200 Thanks.

]]> d24b38a16b4c7b33b49a1093284b2a91 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Report from Crane Pond in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/report-from-crane-pond/#post-13397 Tue, 02 Oct 2018 23:22:13 -0500 Interesting.  I wonder if this will make the dam more runnable than before.. Could be a silver lining in there somewhere for paddlers.

]]> 3b0d132bd23f749ba2b77438d22f3804 Levi Rhodes started the topic Eminent Paddles Creek Fiberglass in the forum Gear Reviews https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/eminent-paddles/ Sat, 29 Sep 2018 14:54:58 -0500 There is a new brand of paddles which has recently broken into the market with a new approach to how they believe a paddle should be made. Rather than focused on having featherweight paddles like the rest of the market, Eminent paddles has decided to focus on durability.  With a thick, heavy duty lay-up, their fiberglass paddles are as rigid as…Read more

]]> d000d1600485c575b303305a6f5743fa Levi Rhodes started the topic Pyranha Ripper in the forum Gear Reviews https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/pyranha-ripper/ Sun, 23 Sep 2018 22:21:09 -0500 I have had the pleasure of paddling both the Small and the Medium Pyranha Ripper for a while and it has become my favorite river running kayak.  Period.  It is fast, it carves and surfs wonderfully, and has a slicey stern.

All sizes of the Ripper measure in at 9 ft long (maximum length for most short boat race categories) and differ only in w…Read more

]]> 9faacce33046ba27ecd450c9ecc6f394 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Team Pyranha is here on the island... in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/team-pyranha-is-here-on-the-island/#post-11119 Sun, 24 Dec 2017 02:06:06 -0600 Ive paddled the medium, which I liked, and now the small which I love. He makes the large look like it was meant to glide. You’ll like it. Scoot the seat forward and pad out the hips. Adjust the thighs until you feel like you won’t fall out. Enjoy.

]]> bf464ed4c20a4488d1d4c92ca8b9f802 Levi Rhodes started the topic Pyranha Machno in the forum Gear Reviews https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/pyranha-machno/ Fri, 18 Aug 2017 02:31:43 -0500 Hello friends!  I’ve been paddling Pyranha’s most recent creeker, the Machno, since May and have been very happy with it.  Here’s why:

The boat stays on top. The boat is fast. The boat can carve, yet is very forgiving.

The bow rocker is unstoppable.  More and more companies have been learning that more rocker in the front rather than back ke…Read more

]]> f60f5d4149447a6c7bb3af8bae8619c0 Levi Rhodes started the topic Pyranha Machno in the forum Gear Reviews https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/pyranha-machno/ Fri, 18 Aug 2017 02:31:43 -0500 Hello friends!  I’ve been paddling Pyranha’s most recent creeker, the Machno, since May and have been very happy with it.  Here’s why:

The boat stays on top. The boat is fast. The boat can carve, yet is very forgiving.

The bow rocker is unstoppable.  More and more creekboats have been learning that more rocker in the front rather than back ke…Read more

]]> 305bd36f2197ab359a1d67393543531c Levi Rhodes replied to the topic River at camp in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/river-at-camp-11/#post-10451 Mon, 05 Jun 2017 03:49:53 -0500 Thank you guys.  This is great news!  See yall tomorrow!

]]> 54b1f54fd36f61f4d8b057ba5cbc1c78 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Opal Creek Edit in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/opal-creek-edit/#post-10447 Sun, 04 Jun 2017 15:32:03 -0500 Nice video work Chris! Thanks for the great run.

The bungee jumpers that were screaming at heights as low as 20 feet above our head gave us the feeling that we were in a recreation hot spot at the beginning of our run. This run is absolutely beautiful and like many others in that area, is perfect for those who like low volume, narrow runs with…Read more

]]> 13e3d6b9e17f703e1b2eae7584d26d55 Levi Rhodes started the topic GoPro Hero 4 session in the forum Gear Reviews https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/gopro-hero-4-session/ Sat, 03 Jun 2017 22:56:10 -0500 GoPro has been focusing on making their cameras easier to use, and for once, more affordable.  Of all of the GP cameras I have had in the past, the Session has become my favorite and is half the price of other GoPro cameras.   It does everything I need it to, since I have been using more basic settings recently.  If you are interested in hav…Read more

]]> 512bd71c16ff162baefec9b81a7baa4e Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Oregon's "Miracle Mile" in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/oregons-miracle-mile/#post-10370 Sun, 28 May 2017 16:12:53 -0500 “…Pulled some spider man moves and…. PUSHED HIM IN FURTHER, MUAHAHA”

Thanks for video chris.

For anyone who may paddle this over the next few seasons, if the logs are still there, stay right at the 2 islands.  Scout anything you can’t see.  Remember to breath between giggles.

]]> cd6e60775623ccf6bf2e5aa54c588652 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Beg, borrow or buy, Kids Gear for the Clinic in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/beg-borrow-or-buy-kids-gear-for-the-clinic/#post-9578 Fri, 31 Mar 2017 23:51:15 -0500 I’m planning on being there tomorrow, but have not made plans for Sunday.  Contact me at 573 382 1076 if you would like to make arrangements.

]]> c05546d8e54c7331218ef8b995743289 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Beg, borrow or buy, Kids Gear for the Clinic in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/beg-borrow-or-buy-kids-gear-for-the-clinic/#post-9575 Fri, 31 Mar 2017 20:29:35 -0500 Hi John,
You’re welcome to use our Pyranha Recoil (S) w. I also have a small/medium PFD, and a skirt which will probably fit. I’ll have you know that the boat is for sale and if somebody wants to buy it before the clinic, it may not be available. I have paddle pants with a torn ankle gasket that may be a bit too large, but by all means, borrow…Read more

]]> d69711af64ae386dc2a5551e0aa28edc Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Perception Dancer For Sale in the forum Gear Exchange https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/perception-dancer-for-sale/#post-9522 Mon, 27 Mar 2017 18:07:37 -0500 sold
thanks

]]> 82f29210a33387d6d38ff98cbbdd7abe Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Anyone have Raymond Brugger's email- in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/anyone-have-raymond-bruggers-email/#post-9372 Tue, 21 Mar 2017 15:30:46 -0500 I had it, but it seems to have gotten away from me.

]]> 128897834ac30332fd27dce6d0d0895e Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Volunteering/Paddlers Drawing Donations are Arriving! in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/volunteeringpaddlers-drawing-donations-are-arriving/#post-9341 Mon, 20 Mar 2017 17:19:17 -0500 Thanks, and thanks again for all you have done to put together a great event. You are appreciated!

]]> 87fd79e03ec57ad001eb8e36268bc336 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Volunteering/Paddlers Drawing Donations are Arriving! in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/volunteeringpaddlers-drawing-donations-are-arriving/#post-9333 Mon, 20 Mar 2017 14:22:52 -0500 I got the immersion research shorts thinking they’d fit alright, but they’re a tad loose. How do I go about exchanging them? Maybe I just need to drink more beer until they fit.
Thanks for the great weekend you guys.

]]> c23aa7ee9fc032ef89393167506501c1 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic $125 Perception Quest Kayak and Paddle in the forum Gear Exchange https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/perception-quest-kayak-and-paddle/#post-8907 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 16:14:33 -0600 I’ll take it if nobody else has claimed it. 573 382 1076

]]> 0d23ddf5dc74cc4088a6ae01b3183019 Levi Rhodes started the topic Perception Dancer For Sale in the forum Gear Exchange https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/perception-dancer-for-sale/ Thu, 02 Mar 2017 16:11:49 -0600 I bought a Dancer from a fellow MWA’er a year or so ago and have paddled it once. I believe it has a small crack somewhere in the deck covered by Duck tape, but when I paddled it, I don’t remember having any excessive water in the boat at the end of the run. It isn’t the prettiest thing, but it does what it’s supposed to. Make an offer if anyone…Read more

]]> 38f2258f64e193523f06d58dd4bb0644 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic $125 Perception Quest Kayak and Paddle in the forum Gear Exchange https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/perception-quest-kayak-and-paddle/#post-8905 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 16:00:16 -0600 Interested. Will you be at the river any time soon? Maybe the races?

]]> 0561a8aaacf0f9d2b2642e4f640a3894 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Race question/opinion in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/race-questionopinion/#post-8567 Mon, 13 Feb 2017 18:21:48 -0600 You’re inhuman…
Enjoy your shot of tequila.
I vote the DR categories should be: Novice, Expert, People named Raymond 🙂

]]> ef5699afefa0070b3907942ffe8fcd72 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Weekend Kayaking Footage in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/weekend-kayaking-footage/#post-8542 Mon, 13 Feb 2017 01:50:01 -0600 My room mate suggested a youtube channel which posts easy going instrumental beats every other day.  The artist is called Limes and the album is called Freshly Squeezed.  Great music to work to.

]]> 7a5722fcd0283bad3dc15baebb913140 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Pyranha 9r FS in the forum Gear Exchange http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/pyranha-9r-fs/#post-8466 Tue, 07 Feb 2017 21:50:48 -0600 Sold

…to my girlfriend, which is great because I still get to paddle it.  I really didn’t want to part with my 9r but I can’t keep them all (kinda).

-LR

]]> 3576e204524e3f47e8fd9096f2305638 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Weekend Kayaking Footage in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/weekend-kayaking-footage/#post-8465 Tue, 07 Feb 2017 20:07:56 -0600 Updated link, video should be good to go.

]]> 8cb7c4d575252729768649c543e0cf1e Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Weekend Kayaking Footage in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/weekend-kayaking-footage/#post-8465 Tue, 07 Feb 2017 20:07:56 -0600 Too many bloopers: Will repost link when new video is uploaded. Sorry 🙂

]]> 9fe4d60ec321e89fed7418e83f56ffdc Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Weekend Kayaking Footage in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/weekend-kayaking-footage/#post-8465 Tue, 07 Feb 2017 20:07:56 -0600 Hmm.. Interlaced lines in the video frames..  If they don’t go away, I’ll probably re-export, re-upload, and provide a new link.

]]> 4d13136858f112d290c404c1c61e1304 Levi Rhodes started the topic Weekend Kayaking Footage in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/weekend-kayaking-footage/ Tue, 07 Feb 2017 19:24:18 -0600 Linked is the gopro footage from this weekend. Chris, Regina, and I went down to the Green for some boofs.  It was Gina’s first time stepping up to this run, and she did really well in my 9r.   I survived in my playboat…  Chris had styling lines as always.  No swims from any of us.  It was neat to watch a stranger run the Christopher Colum…Read more

]]> 52238edd486655b08b357e596425612c Levi Rhodes started the topic Weekend Kayaking Footage in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/weekend-kayaking-footage/ Tue, 07 Feb 2017 19:24:18 -0600 Linked is the gopro footage from this weekend. Chris, Regina, and I went down to the Green for some boofs.  It was Gina’s first time stepping up to this run, and she did really well in my 9r.   I survived in my playboat…  Chris had styling lines as always.  No swims from any of us.  It was neat to watch a stranger run the Christopher Colum…Read more

]]> 1f229bc9084e5a874b5f9a9ff943100f Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Race question/opinion in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/race-questionopinion/#post-8463 Tue, 07 Feb 2017 19:18:13 -0600 Let’s do a mass start at Millstream which ends at the last rapid at D bridge where everyone awaits.  Queue the gladiator music and alert the medics that they may be needed.  That’s some motivation to get down faster, Chuck! 😉

]]> 26f353ae8a8af9893cf60b18580cf602 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Drysuit Buying Advice in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/drysuit-buying-advice/#post-8301 Fri, 27 Jan 2017 22:40:39 -0600 A tunnel for your sprayskirt will help to keep water out of the boat. If you’re getting picky about it, brighter colors are safer and come out nicer in photos. I like my dry suit socks, even though they’re leaky after tons of neglect.  You can wear a neoprene (or whatever material) sock on the outside of them to prevent sand rubbing between your s…Read more

]]> a87ffea16667aa7863b98f2885da236c Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Drysuit Buying Advice in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/drysuit-buying-advice/#post-8301 Fri, 27 Jan 2017 22:40:39 -0600 A tunnel for your sprayskirt will help to keep water out of the boat. If you’re getting picky about it, brighter colors are safer and come out nicer in photos. I like my dry suit socks, even though they’re leaky.  You can wear a neoprene (or whatever material) sock on the outside of them to prevent sand rubbing between your shoe and the drysuit s…Read more

]]> 9b01bfd5919f274fea53bc29e9f3e2d3 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic New & used Gear in the forum Gear Exchange http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/new-used-gear/#post-8299 Fri, 27 Jan 2017 18:11:50 -0600 Old Mountains Gear Exchange in St. Louis does fair consignment.  Might be able to help you sell some of the leftovers.

]]> 6f632ea1e29be73a56f83ca08a93e7a6 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic found my boat; boats can fly in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/found-my-boat-boats-can-fly/#post-8276 Wed, 25 Jan 2017 02:38:33 -0600 Glad your boat was ok! I imagine you had to have felt sick when it was missing.  I had a similar incident a few weeks ago with my 9r and super sport on the roof of Gina’s Chevy Malibu.  We had just bought a cheap (crappy) roof rack online a few weeks prior and it made it down to TN and back bearing the same load.  We deemed it reliable after th…Read more

]]> d121fc4027a3a224434cc7bff7ec72b0 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic River Level in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/river-level-3/#post-8109 Sat, 14 Jan 2017 18:57:20 -0600 Thanks for the update.

Hoping for more tomorrow

]]> eea1baaee280531ecdcf1064b3c9b7af Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Report From The Saint (1-0) LOL in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/report-from-the-saint-1-0-lol/#post-8107 Sat, 14 Jan 2017 14:40:43 -0600 Anybody have eyes on the level this morning? Gina and I are going to try to paddle this afternoon. Thanks.

]]> ed50eb53aad77dd6d57a714a385bccc8 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Southeast Boating This Weekend Again? in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/southeast-boating-this-weekend-again/#post-8054 Fri, 06 Jan 2017 17:14:02 -0600 Nevermind. Weatherman talked me out of it.

]]> adff9877a8af31a2d7cdb30b0ba41f7a Levi Rhodes started the topic Southeast Boating This Weekend Again? in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/southeast-boating-this-weekend-again/ Thu, 05 Jan 2017 22:25:48 -0600 Had a great time in TN over the new year.  Would like to go to NC for the weekend. Leave Carbondale @ 5 pm tomorrow and be back Sunday night. Need a buddy. Any takers? Could be fun.

-Levi

]]> 4151a8f01b21fa231b9d7c76a876d22a Levi Rhodes started the topic Southeast Boating This Weekend? in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/southeast-boating-this-weekend/ Wed, 28 Dec 2016 19:55:28 -0600 Regina and I are trying to get away this weekend. We are considering the Plateau; Daddy’s, Caney Fork, Cane Creek, where the wind blows us, open to suggestions.  We were wondering if anyone would like to meet us down there? It would be nice to camp and paddle with some friends. We are trying to leave tomorrow and paddle friday, Saturday, Sunday,…Read more

]]> 33064a55d3212f8994fd07d42510e190 Levi Rhodes started the topic Pyranha 9r FS in the forum Gear Exchange http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/pyranha-9r-fs/ Wed, 16 Nov 2016 02:41:35 -0600 You might be able to talk me into selling my 9r.  Maybe. I’ve had it since August (brand new) and have been loving it dearly, but there’s a new boat I’ve had my eye on. I can’t decide whether or not I want to give up my beloved 9r,  but 700 of your dollars might help me make up my mind. Color is teal/purple/white with custom red vinyl racing s…Read more

]]> 36f2cbd8dd79bdd245ea18cc16caf94c Levi Rhodes started the topic Pyranha 9r FS in the forum Gear Exchange http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/pyranha-9r-fs/ Wed, 16 Nov 2016 02:41:35 -0600 You might be able to talk me into selling my 9r.  Maybe. I’ve had it since August (brand new) and have been loving it dearly, but there’s a new boat I’ve had my eye on. I can’t decide whether or not I want to give up my beloved 9r for the Machno, but 700 of your dollars might help me make up my mind. Color is teal/purple/white with custom red…Read more

]]> 933818521d182be395a6feeab1894ef3 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Mondays Slackerz in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/mondays-slackerz/#post-7589 Mon, 24 Oct 2016 14:20:22 -0500 Nevermind, not making the drive today unless if someone messages.

]]> c33acf04fb3d68cfde8eed3c09362f98 Levi Rhodes started the topic Mondays Slackerz in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/mondays-slackerz/ Mon, 24 Oct 2016 02:46:18 -0500 Anybody going to be on the saint tomorrow?  I’m hoping to be there around noon or so, but that could change. Let me know if you’d like to link up. Thanks.

Levi

]]> 7165cec8347837b80246276b7319db79 Levi Rhodes replied to the topic Did anybody else get hacked through MWA site? in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/did-anybody-else-get-hacked-through-mwa-site/#post-7477 Tue, 27 Sep 2016 15:30:40 -0500 Thanks for taking action quickly.. I’m sorry if I caused any sort of confusion or panic.  I was very confused and panicked myself, along with being defensive as I felt vulnerable.  Thanks to Casara and Jim for sweeping up the mess! SYOTR (not you, Vina).

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