Where to go next weekend?

pingo · Since 15 Apr 2008 12 Posts New Member

I'm a german pilot and I will be in town early afternoon of 19th. Should I head to Hood River or to the coast?
How many days a week is the thermal already working at hood river?

Thanks

(I'm no beginner. See http://www.kitewake.de/Kiteboarden/kiteboarden.html)

Wind Slither · Since 04 Mar 2005 2626 Posts The 503 METAL

Yeah Pingo! Bring it!

Stormy, winter-like weather is forecasted for this weekend - but you should be able to find some wind. Out east in the gorge is probably the better bet for sun.

Good luck!

Nak · Tue Apr 15, 08 6:46 am

Hi Pingo! Welcome!

It's a little early to tell I think. Here's a forecast that includes both the coast and the Gorge.

http://www.atmos.washington.edu/data/zone_report.KPQR.html

Here's a forecast for further East in the gorge:

http://www.atmos.washington.edu/data/zone_report.KPQR.html

If you rent a car and leave from the airport Hood River is the closest spot. The weather is looking a little iffy though... Maybe further East. I'd say check this forum on Friday, if you can. If you want, PM me and I can PM you my phone number. I'd be happy to check the latest winds for you when you get in on Saturday.

Are you coming in from Frankfurt? (I'm a pilot too; I fly for NWA...) Enjoy your layover!

pingo · Since 15 Apr 2008 12 Posts New Member

Yeah. With LH468 from FRA. You got a pm. Thanks

boredbrain · Since 16 Feb 2006 352 Posts Hood River Obsessed

Snow in the gorge is the forecast for Saturday evening, brrr.