Sollie Smith

• Wind directionSW (220°) → W (270°)
• Ideal speed7–15 mph
• Upper limits≤ 18 mph base · gusts ≤ 22

Sollie Smith is a coastal-valley ridge/soaring site near Tillamook, OR (Cascade Paragliding Club), launching out over the Tillamook valley toward the Wilson River. Orientation hint is SW-W; ideal is a SW-to-W onshore flow (~220-270 deg) with the BEST conditions noted to have a SOUTHERN component. Pilot flight reports describe it as 'a very good site on forecasted light-and-variable days, especially with a southern component,' offering ridge lift mixed with thermals. Caution: straight W wind tends to follow the terrain and become more of a headwind/can produce cross or rotor issues; due W (~270-290) is marginal. Marginal/edge arc ~195-290 deg. Described as less technical than nearby Kilchis but 'not without its challenges' - intermediate (roughly P3/H3) site, club membership/local guidance recommended. Marine NW (>290) is off-axis and not recommended. Best flown when onshore flow is light-to-moderate; strong coastal afternoon sea-breeze can overpower it (keep base wind under ~18 mph, gusts under ~22). Speed/gust limits are inferred (no explicit club-published numbers found), so treat as conservative. Always verify current conditions and access with Cascade Paragliding Club before flying.