Dane is always ready to jump out of the boat to toss a line and help a friend out, love it.
@finngormley73362 жыл бұрын
I went to a camp and we literally used his GoPro videos to show good example of swift water rescue, the guy is a legend
@TheOfficialDOP2 жыл бұрын
@@finngormley7336 that’s awesome, yeah he’s a legend for sure.
@AaronPriceColby2 жыл бұрын
Impressive how quickly, decisively and effectively he moved to help out his friends! That dry bag, grab and roll-up is likely the most incredible thing I've seen him do but probably isn't that impressive to anyone that's never tried to retrieve floating gear in a turbulent environment.
@Chompchompyerded2 жыл бұрын
@@AaronPriceColby I so completely agree! I've never run Upper Cherry and probably never will, but I've been in plenty of other whitewater, and no matter what the difficulty level, it is imperative to be watching out after each other. You have to be willing and able to do whatever it takes to keep your paddling friends safe, and to be able to know that you can relay on them when things go off the track. This was an absolute master class in how it should be done. It was a beautiful and inspiring thing to watch.
@Chompchompyerded2 жыл бұрын
@Tommy Yuckguts Couldn't agree more! You've always got friends in the world of kayaking, and they'll always be pulling for you, even in a racing lap. I'm 72 years old, and I really should hang it up, but I can't. I just dial it back a bit in terms of what water I run, and root for the young ones up and coming in the sport. I'm more than happy to be mamma for the beginners in some easy class two or three and encourage them to keep on with it at whatever level they feel most comfortable with. I think the comraderie is one of the biggest parts of it, and I think most other kayakers feel the same way. It's just something that's in our DNA.
@bikerdude9232 жыл бұрын
It's so easy to forget how good Dane is, he is just so casual and humble about everything and it's not untill you see him paddling with other (still very talented) paddlers his true skill level becomes apparent. Dude is a beast!!!
@itomba2 жыл бұрын
I thought at one point I actually saw Dane have to roll, then realized he was doing so in order to grab his buddies dry bag. One day maybe.
@bikerdude9232 жыл бұрын
@@Juicememelord ??? Are you implying that people can only be humble in videos?
@frankbush83682 жыл бұрын
@@Juicememelord if you're gonna bring negative vibes in, and it's based on some truths you know of, then you could at least explain. Kinda lame to just say that and nothing more.
@MikeySkywalker2 жыл бұрын
Ya he’s just on another level. I don’t think anyone is in his level. He wins that one race they all do every year.
@heightsofsagarmatha Жыл бұрын
Yes this is a true extreme sport and he's a maestro
@yetigonecrazy2 жыл бұрын
The homies quietly sneaking into the background of the exposition shots and engaging in tomfoolery over the last few episodes has been very wholesome and great, love it
@georgeadams53902 жыл бұрын
Homies? These are gay boys
@yetigonecrazy2 жыл бұрын
@@georgeadams5390 hey bud, 1957 called, they want you and your hate filled ideas back
@jamesmccann531 Жыл бұрын
@@georgeadams5390 Yes, they are very happy.
@MikeySkywalker2 жыл бұрын
11:40 it’s so damn cool how you know the river so well. Your pops is a great kayaker, but he must be an awesome teacher/coach too. Because you’re a great teacher/coach. Like father like son. My dads college roommate is a big fan of your pops, and his boats. I showed him your channel, and he’s obsessed. He told me your pops company has made all his boats for years.
@jamiefrompaddle3652 жыл бұрын
Hi Dane, Your videos are always great to watch and one of the things i like most about them is you keep the rescue sequences in. I personally find the way you manage river rescue scenarios quickly and effectively just as impressive as your trick throwing and shit running skills. You have highlight reels for those... Any chance you could go back through stuff and make the people a Dane Jackson river rescue highlight reel? I bet I wouldn't be the only one to watch it. Alterior motive- I run whitewater safety courses and I think I'd direct students to your reel on every single one if it was easier to do.
@evangarcia96982 жыл бұрын
Haha listening to you tell the yung weens how to do shit has just made my evening! haha
@Chompchompyerded2 жыл бұрын
That almost goes beyond stout! Like meta-stout. I can't even run that in my dreams, but I sure like watching other people do it. It was so cool to see the teamwork, and everyone looking out for each other. It was an absolute clinic in how to do a run like that. Simply awesome, and so fun to watch!
@knaz74682 жыл бұрын
Excellent rescue skills on display. Only a whole lotta experience can do that! I was shivering with cold for you all watching this :-)
@jwest10842 жыл бұрын
take a shot whenever Dane says Cherry
@danejacksonkayak2 жыл бұрын
I’m not responsible for what happens after 😂
@scottprocum89092 жыл бұрын
I am impressed that you are always there to rescue somebody! When I was whitewater kayaking alot in the New England area rescue was not trained at the time amd we winged it. I used to race against you dad in the late 80s in New England. You and your dad bring great memories!
@ianjones11182 жыл бұрын
This the best sports channel to watch.
@big1dog232 жыл бұрын
Another great video, but have you guys ever heard of these things called "gloves," or for real whimps like me, pogies?, lol. My hands froze just watching. Nice getting the steady diet of a very short Cally season. Was hoping for more water, but it's always fun to watch. Some great young boaters in that crew. Good luck this weekend everyone!.
@MikeySkywalker2 жыл бұрын
Nothing but respect for all the hiking you guys do for one lap. Pretty damn cool. The devotion is awesome. ✊🏻 Savages.
@23jdizo2 жыл бұрын
Your videos truly bring joy to my day every time. Thanks for sharing yo
@markvorel2 жыл бұрын
Not sure which I like better....your innate paddling competence or your great attitude...really inspiring...thanks for posting.
@MichaelChanslor2 жыл бұрын
11:41 - Wouldn't you like to be one of these guys with Dane Jackson telling you the lines! Would be epic - An absolute dream! You guys are so lucky!
@edwardwilcox66062 жыл бұрын
That`s kayaking baby! Awesome skills by all....thanks for the share!!
@MikeySkywalker2 жыл бұрын
14:34 nice catch!
@ianjones11182 жыл бұрын
Great ending! That was sick...
@MikeySkywalker2 жыл бұрын
Dane you talk just like my buddy Jared who kayaks. The difference is my buddy actually bit his tongue off a few years ago kayaking. Your cadence reminds me of him. He lives in Texas now, so I barely see him. It’s always a treat hearing you talk and thinking about Jared.
@hooks4nooks2 жыл бұрын
OMG!!! You guys are having so much fun. I'm having so much fun watching you guys. Good video. So awesome!!! Love it! 👍
@MikeySkywalker2 жыл бұрын
Good to see the channel is growing. Slowly but surely.
@jeffgoatley2 жыл бұрын
You rock Dane! Keep it sick!
@chuckstanley48592 жыл бұрын
Dane, great run, great team, great video. Chuck
@bryanduchane23712 жыл бұрын
You have to love what you do to do it so well!!!
@taiyoctopus29582 жыл бұрын
Such a solid team player... Looks like your leaving as little to chance as possible when it comes to the safety of your mates. That's solid m8. I bet they have tons of appreciation for you for that and just having a positive attitude through the whole thing too.
@chrisbentleywalkingandrambling2 жыл бұрын
Madness, but epic. Nice to see you looking out for others. Nice rescue. Great vid.
@merlinmess37932 жыл бұрын
Amazing video Mr Dane Jackson. As a hearing impaired person I find it funny when the sound goes, like water in the Mike… nice simulation of going deaf
@markhenri11312 жыл бұрын
That brings back a lot of great memories on the upper Kern river. It had a lot of tight stuff like this. I couldn’t do it now though; too old and a little too adventurous at this point. Run it while you can. It’s memories you’ll have forever.
@wrybread2 жыл бұрын
I'm exhausted from all the adrenaline rushes from just watching this. I can't even imagine how sick this looks when you remove the gopro effect from those big drops.
@digdug15772 жыл бұрын
Dane is the big poppy on these trips making sure all the chicks are in order. The cherry is absolutely mind-boggling I can't imagine it in person. Good on everyone for having the cajones to do such a thing. also respect at the end of the day being smart and skipping those rapids that's leading by example and living another day. 🙏🔥
@sfree17244freer2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I agree everything is much bigger in person if it looks big on camera, it’s huge
@Chompchompyerded2 жыл бұрын
I think Dane could have run it, but he was looking out for his buddies, and wasn't going to put them in danger. That's what an exceptional guide is all about. I've got huge respect for that, and I'm sure from what you said above that you do too.
@_JustinCider_2 жыл бұрын
What a magic stretch of water. My 20 year old mind says I want to run it - my 52 year old body that hasn't sat in a boat for 10 years says piss off.
@petrhermanadventures95092 жыл бұрын
Some of that stuff looks like it shouldn't even be runnable, and you make it look easy.
@denisgilbert12832 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed that, great trip lads, California so beautiful
@medyaker22 жыл бұрын
Nice video! Brings back great memories. Such an iconic stretch of water. Thx for posting! Looked cold... at least no rattlesnake dangers ;)
@janetmelton68902 жыл бұрын
Testoterone crazy! Lots of fun to watch.
@RiverKingsKayak2 жыл бұрын
Love it!
@bryanduchane23712 жыл бұрын
Good to see you sharing your knowledge with other boaters. Hope old were you when you ran this section of the river??
@eoinforkan14422 жыл бұрын
Imagine completing the entire hike and someone forgot their deck
@mathewbrust3982 жыл бұрын
That is one hell of a gradient!
@thetopfan50312 жыл бұрын
Great video, as always! The underwater shot at 20:31 was cool.
@jakedixon96157 ай бұрын
Absolute fucking mad lads! I can’t even comprehend what I just watched. I live nearby and know that’s one hell of a hike. Just getting there with yaks has to be a bitch! I had no idea guys were out here getting this fucking extreme! I dabble on slow rivers and shit but know fuck all about kayaking. I’m assuming bro here has to be a legend of the sport. I can’t imagine many people have balls huge enough to attempt something this insane. I was scared just watching this on my couch, holy fuck! Mad props, much respect!
@nicksinderson33022 жыл бұрын
Dane, if you choose to portage a drop, l'd bet every dollar l could get my hands on...not one soul would question your judgment.
@darrenmackenzie16452 жыл бұрын
I like his sense ability and river craft. Like saying it’s 5:15 and not much time if something goes sideways when he decides not to do that sequence. And like he said he’s done it before so no big deal.There’s no shame in not drowning.
@bmartin23042 жыл бұрын
I seen him make that call on one previous video, nothing but praise for his smarts in the comments. he seems like a really good dude to kayak with, knows what to do in sticky situations and keep him and his buddies safe as possible in a sport like this.
@nicksinderson33022 жыл бұрын
I should add a postscript to my post; I'm guessing there is one person who would question Mr. Jackson decision to portage a drop and that would be the man himself. Walk the tight rope; Stay driven and stay safe.
@Gunjaroo2 жыл бұрын
“I wasn’t ready for this”🤣
@reggiebald28302 жыл бұрын
ABSOLUTELY AWESOME! Perhaps the best compliment; Great Promo! If you'd caught me coming out of school (50 years ago), I'd been right there with you! (Best, most fun run I've seen) THANKS!
@ThisHandleFeatureIsStupid2 жыл бұрын
That was some solid dudemanship from the lead guy. 👌 Sweet video!
@gleneverett97285 ай бұрын
That was sick
@boeandthelizards4 ай бұрын
Sounds cold 😊
@jschettler2 жыл бұрын
So impressive and amazing all around.
@evsta1002 жыл бұрын
Sweet ride thanks for taking me along nice lines
@mkk26482 жыл бұрын
Exhausted just watching this...
@kdbang4132 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thanks for the motivation👍🏽👏🏽
@twintwitch12 жыл бұрын
Looks like cold, cold hands. Wow
@taohouse66982 жыл бұрын
Thank Glob for Pastor Dane!
@walthanas2 жыл бұрын
What a fun run! Great rescue too! Just wondering: Why didn't you wear a paddling jacket and PFD during your hike in, when it was so cold?
@mattgeariety54662 жыл бұрын
Yooo upper cherry is back so hyped
@rooly0811 Жыл бұрын
Jaw dropping
@Richspeight2 жыл бұрын
Epic river, some awesome kayaking they guys.
@TheNorthwestWind2 жыл бұрын
you guys are gnarly as hell
@Gunjaroo2 жыл бұрын
This is insane. I can’t wait for the VR version cause I ain’t ever doing it. Especially not with this gnarly guide😅🤟🏼
@ogdobber2 жыл бұрын
so sick
@mark001stj2 жыл бұрын
You know, I've read some of the comments with this video and most are from people who do some serious white water kayaking. I have an 18ft sea kayak and have done some very, very light rapids (you know ... fast bathtub water). I watched this sitting right in front of a 55in tv screen and I was shivering from the cold (ok, fear). My heart was in my mouth and I could feel a slight adrenaline rush and all that in my shorts sipping a coffee. If I were a man of few words; yah, I know, that's laughable, my comment would simply be ... "damn".
@bryanduchane23712 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@joeryan68632 жыл бұрын
World class paddling and world class guiding/looking after the group. Must feel weird for Dane being "Daddy" of the group. :D
@andrewnau4332 жыл бұрын
And world class academy, spied a sticker
@Chompchompyerded2 жыл бұрын
He does it a lot. That's part of who he is. Simply legend!
@whatnow92882 жыл бұрын
I am feeling spent, gasping for breath, bruised on the rocks, wet to the eyes with few flips - all just watching this! I'd have struckout in the first 3 mile hike carrying the kayak! What a long stetch of breath taking run! Please update your description with Coordinates for where you parked and where you started! I already check maps but couldnt find it.
@heightsofsagarmatha Жыл бұрын
Believe the parking is Shingle Springs trailhead, because there is clear trail from there to upper reaches of Cherry Creek. I couldn't find exactly where the section he kayaked was, looks like wild terrain
@harrisonaero2 жыл бұрын
Wow, just wow. Great edit and insane whitewater.
@AaronPriceColby2 жыл бұрын
Love the beta read session in the middle there, enlightening to hear how you guys are doing it at high levels!
@CncObsession2 жыл бұрын
If it looks big on film, it is terrifying in real life ;-) How long you spend scouting a hole is directly proportional to the time you will spend in it (William Nealy/Kayak)
@wernerxytra61512 жыл бұрын
@@CncObsession Absolutely true. Much much bigger when you're right up next to it. I just can't imagine what the Fantasy Falls run was truly like at that high
@Chompchompyerded2 жыл бұрын
@@CncObsession I remember reading that book long ago, and had to chuckle when I red it because it's so true. My copy is a first edition which should tell you a little about how long I've been kayaking. It's an addiction that never goes away. Have to love the illustrations too! Liked the quote about how one's lodgings tend toward entropy. Also very true! William (not Bill) Nealy is also legend. Glad his books are still in print. It's terribly sad that he took his own life. He was so successful and was living a dream. I wonder what could have gone wrong in his life to make him take it? I have all of his kayaking books and one of his skiing books. My sister and I got a lot of giggles out of them, and also learned a lot from them. We were already seasoned kayakers by the time his first book came out, but it was still educational, and very funny. As far as I'm concerned, the books he wrote on kayaking should be required reading for all kayakers.
@MikeTriz2 жыл бұрын
Always epic videos! Only thing this channel is missing is 4K quality to take it to the next level!
@bryanduchane23712 жыл бұрын
Do the commercially raft that section?
@Chompchompyerded2 жыл бұрын
I doubt it. That would be a law suit waiting to happen. No rafting company I know of would be willing to take the risk. Also, since you're scraping bottom in so many places, it's very likely you'd hole the raft on the way down, and in any event, you'd need very experienced paddlers. You couldn't just load up a group of carp and have a prayer of it turning out okay.
@owendoyle33972 жыл бұрын
Strong showing from team wein
@keithpullen12792 жыл бұрын
Another great video.
@epincion2 жыл бұрын
Superb and at times pretty scary
@RandomYogi0072 жыл бұрын
stoked to blow some minds, that sequence was so good lmao kayakers are somethin else, worse than surfers
@unklegaz83922 жыл бұрын
I'm a S. Florida guy but this stuff makes me wanna go up north and have a try
@11Love11able2 жыл бұрын
Showed my daughter a video of my local class 3 river at flood stage and she said that looks little I could do that. Showed this to my seven year old daughter and asked if this looks like big water and she said it looks just a little big not too big.
@harness84_292 жыл бұрын
PHARRKKINNN SEEENNNDDD IIITTTT BOOOYYZZZZ!!@!@@!
@fio6620 Жыл бұрын
I don’t even want to think about how cold their hands are in that water
@paddlefaster2 жыл бұрын
Crazy run
@MikeySkywalker2 жыл бұрын
Do you guys do this run in the summer too? It looks a familiar. It looks like the one that you guys do where you get air on some, and there’s only like a foot of water.
@trendingtigers Жыл бұрын
Smart paddler. knows when to walk and when to run. Sometimes the "Dirtbag" scene is a bit over the top, Dane is not showcasing any of that. And he is hands down the best kayaker in the world. Interesting to note that he only has 85k subscribers. Whitewater kayaking is a very underground sport with a very small population doing it. If there was a bigger audience I reckon he would be reaching a million. However , 85k is a massive amount of people all things considered . Im sure he isnt too focused on the numbers though. When I first started running rivers in 92 there must have been maybe a thousand committed paddlers worldwide.
@Unfunny_Username_3892 жыл бұрын
so awesome
@josephsias13192 жыл бұрын
Epic
@ronactive2 жыл бұрын
Wieder ein mega schöner Bach und tolles Video. Grüße ronactive
@georgewilliamssr52302 жыл бұрын
So Dane, What's up with Jackson Kayak? Can't seem to find any dealers on the West Coast that carry any volume of boats to choose from.
@leabethcampbell3812 жыл бұрын
It's like the old Albuquerque, Bugs Bunny joke! b Be sure to take a left! LOLOLOL. That shit is real, for those who will hike after you!
@Antipodean332 жыл бұрын
Excellent stuff fellas, can you tell me why you don't wear gloves if it's real cold?
@forbiddencroisant2 жыл бұрын
How does this dude only have 70k subs??
@dascienceyo2 жыл бұрын
This is sort of like Oh-be-joyful creek.
@MikeySkywalker2 жыл бұрын
How are you not freezing. I get that when you’re boating the adrenaline warms you up. But the hike must have been brutal.
@markthomas21662 жыл бұрын
I've been kayaking for 7 years now. My favorite 16 miles have been down the Colorado River. But this? This was INSANE! Where can I sign up and I'm 60 years old!!!
@jamesketchum28202 жыл бұрын
Bad idea you’ll drowned
@bgwhalley2 жыл бұрын
14:13 Is that just the kayak stuck in the current or this the kayaker himself stuck underwater?
@weirdmood8102 Жыл бұрын
It's his dry bag. The boater is the dude river left he is chatting up right after he rolls up.
@fredbergeron16442 жыл бұрын
ride like a champ act like a champ
@stevewomack60252 жыл бұрын
This video illustrates a number of issues that have trended into commonalities in the community and the shit is scary and responsible for a number of deaths. This video is commendable because it shows these issues but doesn't call them out through some come to arms community conversation. I hope those more aware to the need for better safety on our rivers take note and try harder.
@MONTYCARLOFF2 жыл бұрын
Big fan
@quadZ_z2 жыл бұрын
Any thoughts on how to start out WW kayaking? Had a couple experiences as a kid in camp, your vids make me wanna get out there!
@Brandon-se4wn2 жыл бұрын
What part of the country are you in?
@quadZ_z2 жыл бұрын
@@Brandon-se4wn Northeast/NYC
@joesee80792 жыл бұрын
@@Brandon-se4wn I bet you have a lot of people cheering for you lately.
@TheShopobie2 жыл бұрын
at least b4 covid there were pool roll classes. College outdoor programs sometimes offered them. maybe even an REI could get you pointed in the right direction.
@mvashton2 жыл бұрын
Keep it left FTW
@Underbottom.Sandydown2 жыл бұрын
I hate to be that guy *BUT* the video starts at 08:10 ... I don't blame u for deleting this, just remember quality is much stronger than quantity and you've some choice pixels boi
@barbarootoo2 жыл бұрын
And how does anyone give this video a thumbs down?
@m8trxd2 жыл бұрын
I'm going to take a hot bath now
@potomac24452 жыл бұрын
This is horrible water level for peoples first decent lol people die on this river all the time.. sick run though