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What we look for at Duck Hill
Wind direction
WNW (300°) → N (360°)
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.
West-side ridge-soaring site above Washoe Valley near Washoe Lake (~5,900 ft), listed in the BHGC Reno/Tahoe database. Soars in a NW-through-N wind, with W and NE as marginal edges. Rated H3 (H2 with an instructor); unregulated. The big regional hazard is the Washoe Zephyr, a strong afternoon valley wind that can blow the site out or cause rotor — favor mornings and the evening glass-off. High density altitude means faster launch and landing.
Window data compiled from bhgc.org — public site guides and club resources.
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