Select Top Snow Kiting spots for 2009/2010

sno-kite · Since 24 Jul 2008 11 Posts Toronto New Member

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Select Top Snow Kiting spots for 2009/2010
The forums are buzzing, it's getting colder, and the snow is flying. Get ready for snow kiting 2009/2010. With the help of LocalKiteSpots.com I've compiled a list of some of top select snow kiting spots in N. America, from their database of nearly 1,500 spots. Each spot is updated every 30 minutes hourly with wind current conditions, and also includes 6 day forecasts for any spot on the planet.

LocalKiteSpots.com is developed in Canada, with snow kiting in mind. Unlike other windsurfing based wind sites, LocalKiteSpots.com includes snow information, both how much is on the ground, and how much is coming down.

The spot images below show current wind speed, and direction, updated hourly.

Utah
You've seen the videos, and heard the hype. Guess what, Utah is every bit as good as you think. Some say it's even better. Sky Line drive offers kiters several spots to ride from, with great access and parking.
Strawberry Lake offers great riding, Utah powder, and short drive from Park City and other ski resorts around Salt Lake City. Check-out this awesome video of Chasta riding at this spot in a couple years ago.

Colorado
Just down the road from Breckenridge ski resort, Dillon Reservoir is one of a few top snow kiting destinations that actually feature a groomed surface to help ensure soft turns, and little slush.

Wyoming
Jackson Hole is the kick-off point for several phenomenal snow kiting spots making it one of the best combination ski / snow kite destinations.
Clark Draw, near Bondurant, in the Teton National Forest contains outstanding terrain. Meet-up with the locals to find other nearby spots.

Idaho
An entire lifetime of riding and terrain awaits you in the Camus Valley. Further east, near Yellowstone, Island Park, well known for delivering the goods (wind + snow)

Montana
Georgetown Lake forms the base for many Montana kiters. Home to montanakitespots.com winter festival. Canyon Ferry is a known windy spot, with smooth ice. It's the spot for many world record ice sailing attempts. See www.greenbird.co.uk for more on ice sailing the speed record attempts.

Minnesota
The Home of Midwestern snow kiting and some of the most hard-core snow kiters anywhere. Consistently cold temperatures turn thousands of lakes into snow kiting playgrounds.Kite Island in Lake Minnetonka forms the close to home base for many Minneapolis / St. Paul riders, a litte further west, Swede Lake attracts plenty of riders too.Further north, Mille Lacs Lake is well worth the drive from the twin cities.

Michigan
Michigan has some great snow kiting destinations, with Lake Michigan forming a natural snow and wind machine. The most consistent conditions are in the NW part of the state, as snow near Motown and be hit or miss. Of course, when it does hit, it's a session to remember.Up north, check out the spots near Traverse City. Western Michigan riders can be found at Reeds Lake. Metro Detroit riders grab a close to home session be found at Walled Lake, Independence Lake, or Stoney Creek.

New York - Tug Hill
Possibly one of the best spots east of the Mississippi. Mix one part northern latitude, shake in tons of lake effect snow from Lake Ontario, and add in a generous helping of friendly local riders. This spot features one New York's largest wind farms, so you know it's windy here.Riders closer to New York City, might consider Round Lake

Vermont / New Hampshire
Vermont and New Hampshire offer some great frozen lake riding in Burlington, Ellacoya State Park, and Lake Ossipee.

Alberta
Calgary snow kiters frequent Spray Lakes. Edmonton riders make a short drive to Cooking Lake, for snow kiting all winter long.

Ontario
Ontario is blessed with 3 great lakes that can deliver great snow. Cold temperatures are required for the best conditions, and when everything comes together, it's epic.Toronto area kiters have been kiting Lake Simocoe for years, it's home to the Canadian WindRider annual snow kite festival, and Paul Berube's PBKiteboarding.com snow kiting school. With the right snow conditions, there can be as many as 50 kiters out ripping up the powder. Beware of snow machines here and mark your lines while setting-up. Riders further north might want to check-out Waubaushene, or Bass Lake, that can get more snow, and hold it longer than wind swept Lake Simcoe.

Quebec
Quebec is home to a bunch of hard-core riders in Ottawa and Montreal. Ottawa riders can grab a quickie at Aylmer. Montreal snow kiters can be found at OKA every time the wind is blowing. Finally, La Baie Home of the World Ice and Snow Sailing Association Championship 2010, Feb 28 - March 7.

No place like home
It's great to travel, but come to think of it, the best spot, is where you're riding today. Check-out LocalKiteSpots.com to find great snow kiting spots near you, or share your favorite spots with others! We hope you make LocalKiteSpots.com a part of your pre-ride planning.

Have a great season!

Billy · Since 28 Nov 2009 1 Posts Boise New Member

Hands Down one of the best locations for Snowkiting if you have not been there I ask you why not are you stupid? Seriously it has amazing terrain !!!!!! Look for KiteSoldier Event in February its the 5th annual always blows and lots of snow!!! KiteSoldier.com see ya there!!!!

bustingbladder · Since 12 Jul 2006 387 Posts Seattle Obsessed

Windance Crew · Since 18 Apr 2008 473 Posts Hood River Kite Shop Obsessed

Except last year! The event didnt get off the ground but we still managed to score the goods a few miles away. Twisted Evil

THere are soo many private stash's all over that area! Sweet spot!

Billy is that you dude? We stayed at your parents cabin last year on the Lake? Got some sick shots of ya. See you soon and I'll bring the brews! Cool

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Wally, Just FYI you were at Montana Snowkite Rodeo, not Snowkite Soldiers!

Thanks Snokiter for posting this beta!!!!!!

Brad G

bustingbladder · Since 12 Jul 2006 387 Posts Seattle Obsessed

shymac · Since 20 Jul 2005 919 Posts Home Valley, Wa. Bigfoot

Nice, thanks for a killa post! Great info... Thumb's Up