Day Frames & Grande Ronde | Gear Garage Live Show

Day Frames & Grande Ronde | Gear Garage Live Show

From Gear Garage Live Show by Whitewater Guidebook

June 10, 2026 · 52 min

About this episode

Zach discusses custom raft design and safety gear while answering viewer questions about multi-day rafting setups.

Custom Boat Idea & Umbrellas | Gear Garage Live Show This podcast is the audio version of the Gear Garage live show, where Zach breaks down technical rafting questions, reviews custom gear, and answers viewer-submitted questions. In this episode, Zach dives into custom raft design specifications, managing first-time rafters on multi-day river trips, and the utility of high-end throw bags. Episode Summary Zach kicks off the episode by introducing a brand-new prototype throw bag from Sockdolager Equipment, designed specifically with thoughtful modifications for packrafters and rafters alike. He highlights how active community involvement and viewer subscriptions help him collaborate with gear manufacturers to test and refine specialized safety equipment before it hits the open market. The core discussion centers around a detailed question from a viewer planning a multi-day raft setup for themselves, their spouse, and two dogs. The viewer asks for a critique of a custom 15-foot Sotar ST raft featuring 22-inch oversized tubes. Zach breaks down the geometric tradeoffs of this configuration, explaining that while larger tubes significantly increase stability and reduce wrap or flip…

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Host: Zach

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Organizations: Sockdolager Equipment

Products: Sotar ST raft, Wing Surge, throw bag

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