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The vet that started my dog on the Deramaxx is has also been a friend of mine for the last several years. He too has two dogs, one of which he has put on Deramaxx and trusts it completely. His background and knowledge seems to be very solid and he also studied and practices some interesting alternative medicine, acupuncture being some of that. <O:p</O:p Any way, I only give my dog Deramaxx as needed for her comfort and not necessarily every day. If she really overdoes it she will show signs of the pain and may then get just a bit more right then. I think that it does a great job but, like I said in the previous post, she does not speak English too well so I have to trust her reactions.<O:p</O:p Threadjacked maybe, but it still must be the longest thread and maybe even the most viewed.

Just went to this thread to see what the topic is and how it has morphed. Rimadyl is OK stuff but I think that you should give Deramaxx a try. It is non steroidal. I switched to this after a recommendation from my vet in McCall and it seems to work better than Rimadyl, at least for my dog. Once a day instead of twice and can be found with a lot of other drugs at http://www.petmeds2go.com/ Deramaxx is also said to be much healthier for your dog (however I cannot seem to get a straight answer from her, the dog). petmeds2go should save you some $$ on anything that you want to use. All you need is your script from your vet on file with them to order it.<O:p</O:p More on Deramaxx on their site http://www.petmeds2go.com/search.php?q=Deramaxx&PHPSESSID=50bec6c02233fdec4a72251ae8786dbb Frisbee anyone? kt This is the edit: Something other than just plain Aspirin: http://www.discountpetdrugs.com/baytrilbybayer.html

I would follow the ice and add the “BR” suggestions if you want. The only thing that I would do at this point is to see sports medicine therapist to get any and all exercises that would help in speeding the recovery of the mussel. This person should be able to evaluate the injury and let you know whether or not you need to see a physician. This should make it easier and quicker to get it back into shape. Some of the exercises at this point will most likely be very minimal and maybe even seem stupid, but do not underestimate them. All recovery starts with small steps.

Just so you all know it is also possible to put in at/near the highway if indeed the road is still snowed in and float to dagger. Carve Dog, one year we did this at well over 10 feet in kayaks and the guys doing this with rafts did not rig their boats until after the pack bridge above dagger. A loaded boat will just fit under the bridge with out the frame. If you do this option, the water will be high enough that you can still get to the take out as early as you need to. Believe it or not we did the trip to the main over night and could have done the whole rive in one day. Obviously you do not want to have any beginners on that sort of trip. So even if the road is still closed, it does not mean that the river will be scary high. It can still be a very fun trip for all.

I bought one of these last year (the comp) along with a second set of wheels just for road specific rides and really like it. http://www.specializedbikes.com/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?a=b&minisite=10029&spid=22302

Hey Jerry I would be interested in the trip. It's been a few years since I have been in a boat (kayak mostly) but would do the trip in a raft. That river is fun at all levels. Went down one time with a few friends in the early spring and after having to put in at the highway we still could have done the whole stretch in one day. Not sure a raft would have been my choice at about 10+ feet, but at less than 4-5 the big boats are the best. You can haul a lot of beer (and food) in them. kt PS. I do not remember the dates to put in for the lottery but maybe we should know what the cut off time is when it gets close.

oh yeah, he goes by jbird for thoes who do or do not know him/about him

because he does not visit here often I am going to honk his horn for him http://www.theworldteam.com/ you will find him in sector 1 http://www.theworldteam.com/06TeamMembers.htm

Every one has different feet, different boots, and different needs. I had foam liners made for my boots. They are a bit on the heavy side and the stiff side, but what I like is that you put on your boots and they fit like a glove. My feet do not even begin to move around in my boots like I remember thermo fits can in what seems like a short time. I also use a good custom foot bed (cannot remember the brand) which should only keep your foot from deforming and flattening out when you are pressuring it hard. I do not think that a foot bed will help heal movement. That should be the job of the liner. Grant it, it may take up more room in the boot making a tighter fit. It could be that I am lucky and do not get cold feet either. I do believe that keeping your core warm will increase the heat your body sends to you extremities'. I also wear an AF700 which is already stiff, some of you in the AF600, 121/3/5 and 324/5 boots might not like the added stiffness. I have over 2 years in my foamed 700's and the fit is just as good as the first day they were made. I almost changed back to the heat moldable liners (weight and flex) but was told by my boot fitter that I would never have the heal hold down that I have gotten from the foam injected liners that I am using now. There, another experience...............another thought.......... kt

SOLD............thanks everyone Two sets Of TD 1 step in bindings in good condition complete with 3 and 6 degree disks, purple (medium) bumpers, and all screws. $100.00 (US) each including standard UPS shipping in the continental US. Buy both sets shipped to the same address at the same time for $175.00 (US).

oops........................:o at least his post is staying on top

If you use intec heels I can send you some TD-1's for $100.00 (shipping included from Idaho) complete with 3 and 6 degree disk, all screws with bumpers. I have 2 pair so let me know, kt

Carver count goes up by one at Brundage! Sorry to say that the count went down by 'one fine carver' somewhere in the east. Nice to meet up with you and make turns on Friday. We will look for you late the week of the 20th. kt Randy here is my email ktower@frontiernet.net<O:p</O:p

Karl - send me an email off of the forum, I might have something for you that you are actually asking about. kt

I would like to come for a day or two but do not see a schedule yet. I will be booking a room somewhere so if you know would you please post. thanks, kt

Thank you Jerry for prodding all of us that showed up into coming out. It was a great couple of days. I should see you again this year on the groomers in SV.<O:p</O:p kt

kt will be at Mavericks, I mean Warm Springs, in the AM on Tuesday. I am sending you my cell phone off line so you can call me today or tomorrow.<O:p</O:p If not I will most likely be having a fat pill or something in the lodge about 8:30.<O:p</O:p kt

I only boated with Irv when I would see him on the North Fork. (my back yard so to speak). I don't boat any more, gave it up for too much work or something. If you have a spot for me I will take it. That would be nice. I know that you have done a clinic or exam in the past in McCall and if you are still doing that sort of thing let me know and if none of the instructors are putting you up, you can have my place to use. Not much but it is dry and warm. kt

Jerry, Yes it is Ken I did some boating in the past with Irv, great guy. I followed him up to Brundage and chatted with him a bit before he did the clinic. I am going to try to get to SV at least for the Jan dates and may be some in Feb as well.

I may have to shoot myself if I do not make it........... Jerry, I saw Irv yesterday at Brundage. He may say hi for me. kt

The upgrade is very nice. Sound quality is very good. You can keep the volume low enough to talk on the lift and sitll hear your tunes or loud enough to tune out the rest of what is going on. kt

I am up for some days at Sun Valley</ST1:p. It has been about 2 years since I have been there. I have even purchased the discount ticket pass the last 2 years(offered to Idaho residents with other season passes) and have not been able to get there, usually due to work. One sometimes forgets how much fun that mountain can be. The earlier dates, January 18, 19, 20, would better fit into my schedule as it stands now. kt<O:p</O:p

I consider Fin and crew friends and have always admired his dedication and ability to manufacture great products. He is true to his beliefs and honest about his discoveries. A true craftsman and an honest individual. I am supporting his effort and wish the best to all. <O:p</O:pI also think that Jack should make a challenge thread for the donation end of it (PBS style) and see how many of us (only if you can afford it) will pay double, triple or even four to eight times the donation for just one starter kit. (I would start it but I am not geek enough for that type of computing) And Jack, if you do the challenge keep everyone’s names out of public eye. Numbers would be enough. kt

I have been watching this thread for a while and am glad to see and will use the other thread to buy the starter kit. I have also been hesitant to post on this because I am not in Joel’s shoes and am not trying to downplay his injury or the accident and have no intension in doing so. I wish Joel the best of luck in healing and recovery wherever it takes him. <o =""></o> I for one have high hopes and wish the best to Fin and the entire crew at Bomber Industries in the outcome of this very dubious mess. I, like a lot of others on this forum have voiced, realize the risk of extreme sports and have the understanding that I am the one that puts it out there on the line and I am the one that assumes the risk of injury and death. One should weigh the risk against the reward, carry good insurance, and hire the best docs in the business (this is what I try to do). Most of all use good judgment in everything that you do. It is too bad that I have required 4 knee surgeries from biking, skiing, and some of the other sports that I have participated in over the years. I do not blame the bike manufacturers for making and selling me a bike that I could get injured on (say from a thirty-five mile an hour plus crash on a steep singe track) or the company that made the tube that pinch flatted or the shock that bent. I suck it up, pay the doc (or the insurance co.) and do the rehab. Life goes on and so do I. It should be that simple. No fine print needed. And yes, I know it will never be that simple again.<o =""></o> <o =""></o> Now please do not get the wrong idea, I have not had the serious leg injury that our fellow carver has had, nor do I know the history or the extent of qualifications that his docs have, but still, ………………………give the system a break. A large part of what we pay in insurance premiums is collected so the attorneys can be on retainer and do all of the necessary litigation when accidents happen.<o =""></o> <o =""></o> Please no flaming, this is just one persons take and I am not looking for votes or trying to pi$$ anyone off.<o =""></o> <o =""></o> kt<o =""></o>

I had a new fuel gauge installed in my car. It just made more sense!