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Paragliding Portelet Common
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WSW winds (270-240) - avoid if 280 or more as wind can get turbulent. Medium sized double-bowl.
Easy take off and landings. Bottom-landing on small tight stoney beaches.
This site is the smallest on the Island, featuring a unique double 'bowl' flying experience. Coastal soaring is occasionally practiced here. Before flying, contact the local club at https://sites.google.com/site/jsyhpc/sites. The wind direction should be between 230° and 280°. The 200ft ridge is generally smooth, although you might encounter some turbulence near the southern point. The launch site is fairly clear and located just off the cliff path around the southern bowl. This site offers excellent scenery but is limited to just two flyers at a time due to its size. Top landing is reasonably easy, but the beach landing area is small and rocky, making it less suitable for modern hang gliders. Be aware that the site can be rough without any apparent reason. Flight regulations require maintaining 150 feet ATO (Above Take Off). For more information, contact Nick at 01534 863972. Check the weather conditions at http://www.thewisemonkey.net/. Take off is best with W'ly or WNW'ly winds. The northerly face has been flown but tends to be rough.
