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Wind Slither
Since 04 Mar 2005
2575 Posts
The 503
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 Thu Jan 25, 07 3:18 pm East wind potential this weekend? |
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Has anyone checked the water level at Rooster lately? Is there any launchability?
They're forecasting E15-25 this weekend with balmy temps in the high 40's.
 
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Kataku2k3
Since 14 Aug 2005
3753 Posts
Los Angeles, CA
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| Thu Jan 25, 07 3:51 pm |
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Rooster might work. I tried to get out to Camas 2 weeks ago, but the water was waaaaaay too high there. Definately going to be drysuit water!!! 
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chanson
Since 31 Jan 2006
1873 Posts
WISCONSIN
Chimey
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| Thu Jan 25, 07 4:18 pm |
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I am planning on going to Rooster on Sun.
might swing-out on Sat to check out the water level...but the forecast looks great on Sun.
If the water is too high..I'm still going to check it out...
like last fall might just have to launch from the water-ways in-between the trees by the "nudies"... and downwind-it to the stairs.., just probably won't make the girlfriend try.. 
If anyone gets out before Sun or Sat...keep us updated, otherwise, I'll post.
WHo's in? 
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kiteboard117
Since 02 Mar 2005
450 Posts
PDX
McLovin
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| Thu Jan 25, 07 5:23 pm |
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| im in!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i tried to get out yesterday but there was wayyy to much south in the wind to launch and the water was too high to launch at rooster. viento would probably be the best
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Kataku2k3
Since 14 Aug 2005
3753 Posts
Los Angeles, CA
Videographer
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| Thu Jan 25, 07 5:26 pm |
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Better be in FOR SURE, Tucker... Tell the parents! 
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Mark
Since 20 Jun 2005
3677 Posts
I need my fix because I'm a
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| Thu Jan 25, 07 5:28 pm |
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whats the water temp?
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chanson
Since 31 Jan 2006
1873 Posts
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Chimey
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| Thu Jan 25, 07 6:35 pm |
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Tucker: So where was the water too at Rooster...?
Isn't Viento more mellow on easterlies than rooster..?
how is the launch at viento this time of year.
i'm still in..and i would bet the water is 45ish.???
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Kataku2k3
Since 14 Aug 2005
3753 Posts
Los Angeles, CA
Videographer
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| Thu Jan 25, 07 6:44 pm |
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| Damn, do you really think that water's still that warm? Since Bonneville is down, I was going off what it is further west. Currently, Astoria's the coldest at 40, and the Columbia River Bar is almost 44 (but I figure that's more of fresh/saltwater mix?). Astoria was 37 the other week when I went out, but the air temps were a lot lower too.
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Reaper356
Since 10 Dec 2006
781 Posts
Salem / LC Oregon
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chanson
Since 31 Jan 2006
1873 Posts
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Chimey
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| Thu Jan 25, 07 8:31 pm |
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I guess these are the specs for my 6/5/4 Stormtrooper: With the air temp I think I'm good.
Water Temp Rating 40 degrees & up
Style Fullsuit
Thickness 6/5/4mm
Neoprene Type 100% Stretch
Seam Construction Sealed & Taped
Zipper Style Short Zip with Integrated Hood
Internal FeaturesPoly fiber wicks moisture away while maintaining bodyheat
Additional Features: Integrated Key Pocket on Arm
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Kataku2k3
Since 14 Aug 2005
3753 Posts
Los Angeles, CA
Videographer
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| Thu Jan 25, 07 9:14 pm |
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Rico, Tak, Tucker, John... Who else has a drysuit? I want my OR Surf, but I can't get it until April 1st! 
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kiteboard117
Since 02 Mar 2005
450 Posts
PDX
McLovin
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| Thu Jan 25, 07 9:35 pm |
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| Quote: | | Tucker: So where was the water too at Rooster...? |
it looked like it was just a few steps deep with some help i think you could launch there but i didnt feel good about doing it solo. Viento is a much nicer launch thats less water level dependant. the only thing is it has to be blowing pretty hard around stevenson for the easterlies to reach, anybody know what the forcasted gradient is? the ponds might also be a good solution. Adam the parents have been warned im deffinitly in.
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pkh
Since 27 Feb 2005
6548 Posts
Couve / Hood
Site Lackey
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chanson
Since 31 Jan 2006
1873 Posts
WISCONSIN
Chimey
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| Fri Jan 26, 07 9:27 am |
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Well, being a bit more realistic, The Ponds could be a nice alternative with warmer water, but the wind looks lighter..
Anyone got a good forecast?
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Onad
Since 04 Mar 2005
1435 Posts
Coast<<PDX>>Gorge
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| Fri Jan 26, 07 11:57 am |
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Anybody up for a Friday afternoon downwinder? Home Valley to Stevensonberg??
I’m heading out soon.
It’s nuking at Stevenson... 
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pacifichigh
Since 11 May 2005
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Texan
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| Fri Jan 26, 07 12:01 pm |
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| ya'll are either crazy or stoopid to be hoping in the river this weekend. Be safe! Think I'll go sno-kiting instead.
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Onad
Since 04 Mar 2005
1435 Posts
Coast<<PDX>>Gorge
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| Fri Jan 26, 07 12:07 pm |
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Yah, on second though I agree with ya. We’re heading up to SS to pick up some new kites. It’s just so hard to resist the pull of the wind....
Ponds sound good though for the weekend. What say you Barfly?
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