Jet Boating to Devil's Canyon
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- čas přidán 18. 08. 2016
- Experience what it's like to take a whitewater jet boat ride into Devil's Canyon in Alaska - a 130-mile round trip river excursion through Denali State Park and into the Wild River Park of Devil's Gorge. You'll never forget the unforgettable beauty of this vast and remote wilderness and will venture where only few have gone. And you may see some of Alaska's wildlife, including eagles, moose, salmon, and other amazing creatures.
Legend has it that old man Mahay ran a boat all the way up thru the canyon, no one else has succeeded or had the balls.
It's a real fantastic boat,I like it.
The boat is very special and was designed specifically for this purpose, by a local Alaskan who knows the river very well. The boat needed a very strong engine, the ability to travel in shallow water, and to be able to withstand hitting lots of large rocks.
It is an amazing boat. Thanks for watching.
one of the greatest experiences of my life was riding on that jet boat
What a amazing machine and great driver!
They have been running for years and I have never heard of them having any safety issues. Camped in Talkeetna just a few weeks ago actually for a little weekend trip. They had the boat parked while I was there.
Thrilling ride 👌👌👌
Yes it was
Should have gone over those upper rapids.
Back in the late 50's Don Sheldon landed his airplane above those rapids and floated backwards through them to rescue some military boys who thought they could run a motorized boat up the river. "“As the plane backed into the first of the combers, I felt it lurch heavily fore and aft. It was like a damned roller coaster, the water was rolling up higher than my wing tips, beating at the struts, and I could barely see because of the spray and water on the windows. All of a sudden the engine began to sputter and choke, and I knew it was getting wet down pretty good. If it had quit, I’d have been a goner, but it didn’t.”
He was an amazing guy. He flew my grandparents in to a remote are of Alaska where our family cabin now is.
... all these comments about risk. Ever drive in public traffic? Ever fly anywhere? This (jet boat trip) small risk is worth the reward, get out of your shell and live a little. Do it now, before it's too late
ever been in a boat that flips over in a rapid? with no life jacket,, all over rover
FATSMITTY.... BEEN LIVING RISKY AT McDonald's for Years...
Boat I wish I could take up the Ottawa river rapids snd into the great lakes or the ocean for some big wave testing. I
think it would be a perfect boat in 10-12ft of waves to move people around efficiently.
Thanks for watching! This jet boat was specifically designed by locals in Alaska who had lots of experience with the river and the rapids. The boat's hull was shallow and flat - and it had a very powerful engine plus a very experienced driver. I don't believe any other boat could manage these rapids.
The boat has 3 motors,1000hp ,44ft long .. would take allot to sink and chances of 3 engines failing at once is pretty slim..
Good Job Captain. "What if" you meet a 6' Spruce log?"
For a second I thought he was going to gun the engines and attempt to take the boat into the upstream rapid. I was thinking that wouldn't be a very good idea.
I will have to try this. But the most thrilling boat ride there is on earth. Is the shot over jet boat. Queenstown new Zealand.
Glad you enjoyed this. It was Mahay's Jet Boat Adventure - Devil's Canyon. In Talkeetna AK. We will check out the Shot over jet boat. Looks like the New Zealand trip is a bit wilder and wetter. This one spends a lot of time cruising through the Alaska wilderness to get to the rapids (which have been "ridden" only twice, with near disastrous results) - no people, lots of wildlife and early settler stories. I think there are too many big rocks in the Alaska river to go really fast.
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The jet boat company would have huuuuge liability insurances...still though, what a trip that would be.
daman 71 they been out of talkeetna this a long long time. It’s not that dangerous really and a boat that size is pretty safe. And they do shuttles for fisherman at 60$ per person and drop you off at clear creek which is a quick trip. These devils canyon trips are probably only certain times.
Right like zero safety gear on anyone either
Hope nothing ever happens boat all ways gots a bk up motor kick in
I would die if I tried that with my 20 ft.
Yes, you probably would! Note that the boat was specifically designed for these rapids by Steve Mahay who was the first and only person to navigate the Talkeetna Canyon and he was lucky to survive.
Lol, no jackets. Their little bubble of no trouble is invincible.
Life jackets in class five+ rapids on 70 year olds is just a way to help recover the bodies!
Passengers aren't wearing life jackets? Can't believe that one. Wouldn't want a mechanical failure in that part of the canyon.
wydryfly well thats on the passengers should have brought there own
That company should provide the life jackets it’s their boats 🙄
@@jasontucker2558 It's a commercial tour! Outfitters are responsible for the passengers' safety and provide jackets.
nobody has on a life vest ummm
Life jackets in class five+ rapids on 70 year olds is just a way to help recover the bodies!
must be rather tame, no life jackets in view
Thanks for watching our video! (There were life jackets on board.) While most of the excursion was the boat ride - we did get to sit on the open window within 10 feet of the rapids which was amazing. Had to totally rely on the sturdiness, power and design of the boat and the skill of the driver.
Why would y’all not have any life jackets on anyone ?!
There were life jackets available - relatively safe inside the boat - so did not need to wear.
If they went in that water a lifejacket wouldn't do much. People talking sh*t about something they have no idea about. Typical internet tough guys and gals
You're right, a mechanical failure there and those people are toast.
Nope
People are such wussies
Too big a boat, too many people, not enough power, and not safe.
The boat dose have enough power otherwise it wouldn’t be able to do wat it did also it was designed for this type of river😌
been on that boat, its a 1200 HP Twin turbo diesel
you been on that boat? Any boat that can maintain position against the water onslaught coming over that little rock ahead has plenty of power.
Yes, I've been on it.
@@nancycarlson8303 I've been on it also. Three times. Israel, the pilot, is totally professional and I believe is the only one to pilot that boat. When he turns it around, he asks for silence and gets it, so he can concentrate on his job. Live jackets on board for each person.
Exactly