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What we look for at Slide
Wind direction
ENE (75°) → SSE (150°)
The wind must blow from within this arc. Direction is the same for both wings.
Ideal speed
5–14 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.
High-altitude Carson Range site on Slide Mountain near Mount Rose (launch ~8,200 ft, ~3,000 ft over the LZ). The main, more-flown launch is west-facing; an east/southeast launch is also used and this window is built around that easterly aspect. Strong, turbulent, thermic mountain air — rated H3/P3+, and paraglider pilots are warned to use extreme caution or avoid it. Wire help advised in more than a light breeze. Access off the Mount Rose Ski Bowl Hwy needs a Forest Service permit; steep loose launch, large grassy LZ with drainage ditches. Bring cold-weather gear and oxygen for the altitude.
Window data compiled from thehangglidingfiles.com — public site guides and club resources.
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