Rufus Rockpile Rodeo is next weekend!

blancoh2o · Since 15 Mar 2005 1154 Posts Oregon Phishy

I am 90% sure that the Rufus Rockpile Rodeo is going to have to wait until next year. The coast is going to be a good bet........so, I am thinking about a NWKite coastal invasion. I will make the final decision this evening in order to give you all enough time to make plans.
Another factor is where on the coast do we go to. TROLL, Tony, Slither please chime in.

Diggy · Since 25 Nov 2006 342 Posts Gorge to Coast Obsessed

If there is wind I will come, Coast or Rufus!

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

Sadly, I have family obligations in town this weekend but...

Manzo has been locked in the "on" position! The waves were a blast on Sunday and Josh said they were even better yesterday! JW and Irv may be able to confirm.

The Northerrn strip has been doing it's usual guessing games but came through yesterday - with the Clatsop sensor down it's been harder to make the call.

I would say for a planned event and a day trip, you gotta go with Manzo. Blows earlier, harder and more reliable. Downwinders to the park are a hoot. Or take it all, and go all the way to Rockaway and catch the bus back! Shocked

blancoh2o · Since 15 Mar 2005 1154 Posts Oregon Phishy

Due to the crappy forecast the Rufus Rockpile Rodeo is canceled.

The good part is we are going to rally for the coast. I am hoping for some downwinders on the North Coast.

The Plan: Meet at the SummerHouse in Seaside, figure out the wind, go kiting. Picnic, then camp somewhere. Hopefully we can find a camp spot that will accommodate us.

SORRY for those who have to drive further, but we have to work with what mother nature gives us.

Check in here Friday night for more details.

Kataku2k3 · Since 14 Aug 2005 3754 Posts PDX-LA Videographer

Cool, Steve!

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

After further thought...no way I'm leaving!

See you guys this weekend! Let's pray this forecast holds! Bring your big stuff just in case!

FRI...N WIND 15 TO 20 KT WITH GUSTS TO 25 KT. WIND WAVES 4 FT. NW SWELL 5 FT. .FRI NIGHT...N WIND 20 TO 25 KT. WIND WAVES 5 FT. W SWELL 5 FT. .SAT...N WIND 20 TO 25 KT. WIND WAVES 4 FT. W SWELL 6 FT. .SUN...N WIND 15 KT WITH GUSTS TO 25 KT. WIND WAVES 4 FT. W SWELL 5 FT.

blancoh2o · Since 15 Mar 2005 1154 Posts Oregon Phishy

SCWEEEEET Slither!

Kurt · Since 04 Nov 2005 73 Posts

Steve,
Is the town of Rufus still planning on a fireworks display on the 28th or will they move it to another date?
Thanks,
Kurt

JW · Since 28 Jan 2006 227 Posts portland Stoked

We will be camping at Nehalem bay and doing down winders from manzo hope two see you out there .yesterday was super sick jason, great two ride with josh.

blancoh2o · Since 15 Mar 2005 1154 Posts Oregon Phishy

Kurt,
As far as I know the town of Rufus will still be lighting the fireworks Saturday night.
When I was first putting together the Rockpile Rodeo plans the town seemed to have their s--t together. After several conversations with my Rufus contacts, I have lost a lot of faith in the town's event planners.
Hopefully the can get back on track for next year. I would like to see them come through with their promises.
Meanwhile, we are going to rock the coast this weekend.

JW, give me a call Saturday so we can catch the best wind. If it is looking better in Manzo, we will caravan down there. Otherwise, you guys can join us on the Sunset Strip/Seaside beach area.