River Kings RAW // Über E.L.F - Wilson Creek Gorge at -15"

[@aarontorian]

These types of videos are what attracted me to your channel in the first place. Constant encouragement, always progressing and non-stop fun no matter what the river looks like. We're rain dependent in AR and I wish I could get more paddlers to go when there's barely any water, just to work on stuff. I've been in it a couple of years and I'm still working beginner/intermediate skills because it's just so stretched out over the year. I haven't been able to afford a dry suit yet but when I finally snag one, I'll be doing more runs like this! Thanks Pete!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks for the kind words and the encouragement Aaron! Keep grinding! You wont regret that drysuit!

[@aliciabooker4555]

I have watched every vid, just about and this is so much fun. Thank you for making this.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Alicia!

[@mountainhobbit1971]

looks like you had super fun day playing bumper boats...

[@RiverKingsKayak]

That about sums it up MH!

[@Solokayaker888]

That's called 'Rock Climbing' Try a jeep instead, less Road rash. LOL Best video ever, I laughed so hard, hilarious, been there done that. Have a blessed day.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

LOL! Thanks Solo!

[@AshleyPrevitte]

I think I was out there at like - 11 or 12 and it was so so sad!!! good stuff as always Pete!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

LOL! This was somehow less sad...as it was much harder...LOL

[@WVWes]

Had a roll session last night, hit my c to c a couple times. They got more sessions all dec and jan! Im after it, Pete.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Yes sir Wes!!

[@deuceryan]

The NBL gear didn't arrive in time! lol This video cracked me up!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

he he he! Thanks Ryan!

[@gatorbyte5254]

Have y’all ever paddled rivers in Alaska? I can’t speak for the whole of the state but I know the interior (Fairbanks, North Pole, Delta Junction area) has some rivers that are good for day trips and kayak camping. I know of one company (I’ve only ever been on trips with them) that does guided wilderness tours if you’re wanting to see some of the wildlife. Just sayin’.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

I have been to Alaska several times, but have only done some touring and some rafting. I REALLY want to go there for some kayaking.

[@SchaeferYaks]

I need some Wilson Creek in my life ❤

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Yes! and with some rain!!! LOL

[@jam7547]

I am back and as always i have questions.. what is Wilson Creeks norm.. and how fast isit CFS wise.... What class is it. Norm . Looks fun that low. And about a class2 at minus 15

[@RiverKingsKayak]

norm? It is just totally dependent on rainfall. As far as the traditionally run levels, most folks (including American Whitewater) would suggest that the min suggested flow is -6" (2.5' online gauge) and a high flow would be +6" (3.5' online gauge). I have run it up to +15" before and that is a whole different animal. It is a class 4 river. At normal low flows I call it extreme class 3 and at the Über elf flow we joked it was extreme class 2 in difficulty although the potential for injury due to the nature of the river bed is higher than any actual class 2 rivers.

[@craigbailey6427]

Question??? What is the best level at Wilson for PFD have about a year under my belt paddling. And roll most of the time…

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Depends on skill really. I would look to have a pretty solid roll before I took it on at proper flow. It can have teeth at any level but -9 or so ( 2.25 online ) is a fun level for lots of first timers.

[@craigbailey6427]

@@RiverKingsKayak thank you so much for responding back. Although mostly silent we have watched every video. Hope to see you at the race in the 3rd. I will only be spectating for the time being …

[@RiverKingsKayak]

@craigbailey6427 be sure to catch-up with me there!

[@troybennington3479]

Guess you can have fun at any level… nice

[@RiverKingsKayak]

indeed Troy!

[@troybennington3479]

Crazy low, I was there two weeks ago can’t believe your trying it

[@RiverKingsKayak]

desperate times!...

[@PracticalOutdoorist]

This is Awesome!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Roger!

[@rivertrashmedia]

Keep this up and you're gonna have to change your name from the River Kings to the Low Water Warriors

[@RiverKingsKayak]

If you look at the logo...we made the change to Elf Kings...LOL

[@rivertrashmedia]

@@RiverKingsKayak lol didn't notice

[@adulfdabo898]

Some skiing sticks would've been the better choice... 😀

[@RiverKingsKayak]

LOL!!! Right on Adulf!

[@kmlivelifeadventure]

So did you mean Elf on a shelf lol!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

LOL! Almost that time!

[@isaiahbrown9229]

Bro where is your hunting channel looks like you have got quite a few bucks and if you take people along for your hunting adventures like you do your kayaking videos I’d definitely watch it

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks a ton Isaiah! I have a couple videos up like that... kzbin.info/www/bejne/gH66dmihZtqJepI kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2ncYqSQrJufi6M kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKW5hKyQZ7mnbrs

[@isaiahbrown9229]

I should have known lol I’ll go check them out and show them some love

[@MicajahMcCurry]

we taught instructor lessons at -16 when the wwc shut down

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Oh wow! When was that? Did yall do the whole run?

[@MicajahMcCurry]

@@RiverKingsKayak summer of 2016. Put in to takeout. Had a center boat and paid to be there. That was the only way you could convince 18 year old me.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

@@MicajahMcCurry thats awesome! Did it all go at that level? Sounds like -17 is the new frontier! 🤣🤪

[@troybennington3479]

If your boat could talk , What would it tell you!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

SEND IT!

[@NovaScotiakayaker]

Good evening

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Nova!

[@aliciabooker4555]

still praying for rain

[@RiverKingsKayak]

for sure!

[@troybennington3479]

No paddles were destroyed in the filming of this video😜l

[@RiverKingsKayak]

LOL!

[@WhitewaterOutdoors]

Oh man she’s lookin a little dry today!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

more than a little! LOL.

[@steveworthington1386]

Hello all

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Hey Steve!