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Where it is
What we look for at Bachelor Mountain (Lake Skinner, CA)
Wind direction
SSW (200°) → WSW (250°)
The wind must blow from within this arc. Direction is the same for both wings.
Ideal speed
8–15 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.
Bachelor Mountain, a SoCal thermal/XC launch near Lake Skinner in Riverside County (not the Oregon ski area). The southwest face works best on S/SW winds, off a small, tight takeoff with punchy thermals, so time your launch between cycles. Mid-day to early afternoon is the thermal window; avoid any N/E component (lee rotor). No lift means a sled ride to fields near Lake Skinner — watch for power lines. Access is by hiking the fire road or the west ridge.
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