Otto's Ridge
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Location
What we look for at Otto's Ridge
Wind direction
NE (40°) → ESE (120°)
The wind must blow from within this arc. Direction is the same for both wings.
Ideal speed
6–12 mph
Ceiling · Paragliding
≤ 19 mph base · gusts ≤ 23
Top of the range for paragliding (any rating). Switch wings up top to compare. Hang gliders hold roughly 10 mph more than paragliders.
East-facing ridge soaring site (200' ridge) near Mack, CO. RMHPA (USHPA chapter) site guide gives explicit values: ideal launch direction E 40-120 deg, acceptable 20-140 deg. Paragliding wind: ideal ~10 mph, usable 0-15 mph, gust factor 5 mph (max gust ~20). Works best E wind, most sunny mornings; best time dawn to late morning. Significant rotor ~20 ft behind the ridge - avoid flying there. P2/H2/M2 rating. All BLM land: free camping, drive/park right at launch (one of the most accessible CO sites). Key hazard noted: vehicle/paraglider separation in parking area. Top landing preferred; glide ratio ~3.5 to lower LZ marked by white-rock triangle. Local group: High Desert Paragliding (informal, no fees). Elevation ~5039-5056 ft MSL.
Window data compiled from rmhpa.org, public site guides and club resources.
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