seattle kiting

[inferno]

Originally Posted by inferno

anyone ridden near Puget sound?
i have a business trip there and curious if i should bring a kite or not?
thanx

i did mention it was a business trip, driving a few hours each way is out of the question unfortunately
but thanx for the info...

[BigR]

Portland is a beautiful town.. lots of stuff to do when the winds settle. Head to Powell's bookstore.. one of the largest book stores in the nation.. amazing place to hang out..

Hood River is also an amazing town... I've never before seen a town that is solely devoted to windsports

[tonykite]

Hey Inferno,
I have been leaving in Seattle for almost 2 years and just moved in Miami.

Seattle is one of the best place I have ever kited. Lot of options to ride, flat, waves, snow, easy acces to the coast and the gorge. It is windy year round if you don't mind the cold in the winter.

Jetty Island is a great summer spot 30 min north of downtown. This is only an afternoon spot (thermal wind coming from the north) and you would need to find a ride to cross the channel (ferry, inflatable kayak, or just ask for a ride to the boaters at the marina). You can ride on a 3/2 or shorty in the summer time.

I will be there on Sunday and the forecast is looking good so far. PM if you are around. We could catch a ride together to the island.

Tony

More info: http://www.seattlekitesurfing.org/in...e=Jetty_Island

Some nice pics: http://www.railgrab.com/jetty_island_photos/index.htm