Arcs in the gorge???

biggins · Since 19 Jun 2006 31 Posts

Hi,

I went to the gorge in 2001 and 2002 with my "flying matress" foils and rode at Rufus and the sandbar...Rufus was not exactly ideal with the large rocks for self launching.

Anyway, was wondering if anyone knows some sandy/grassy spots for self launching in the gorge other than the sandbar and the speed run at lyle?

I've haven't been home to the gorge in a loooong time and will finally get a vacation this coming summer. I kite in reefy spots here so the arcs work well here regarding spare parts and no bladders etc. would like to use them in the gorge as well since buying new kites gets spendy.

thanks folks,

j

forrest · Sat Feb 23, 08 11:10 am

The Sandbar in Hood River is huge. We had a flooding event on Mt Hood in November of 2006 which gave us several acres of Sandbar. Your kites will work perfect there.

SCL · Since 27 Mar 2007 21 Posts Sixes, OR

Its like a magical pillow pulling you through the air!

Reaper356 · Since 10 Dec 2006 781 Posts Salem / LC Oregon Opinionated

6+ years on the water w/ foils!

Spike · Since 13 May 2007 1414 Posts Alameda Spelling Expert

I hear the event site has a lot of grass that will work well for self-launching

biggins · Since 19 Jun 2006 31 Posts

Thanks guys...

event site? hahaha.

I guess the little movie theatre that serves beer and pizza is gone too by now eh?

take care and enjoy your beautiful area,

j

synergy12 · Since 31 May 2007 142 Posts Stoked

I fly PL Venoms. I have a few secret launch spots. PM me for info.