astoria kiting

scartch · Since 10 Feb 2008 29 Posts

so as i was driving across the astoria meggler bridge, as i often do, i was thinking to myself...look at all the sand out there at desdamona sands. looks like a a great place to kite other than the access issue. then i thought to myself again...wait i have a boat. what do you guys think? Drop one person off and chase them with the boat then rotate????

DOPEFLY · Since 13 Oct 2007 97 Posts Maui

I'm in!!

kochease · Since 03 Jul 2008 760 Posts In Ft. Stevens, OR Opinionated

i have thought about that a100 times.every time i go across the bridge. I know the currents can be insaine! especially out toward the WA side. Im in!! Been dreaming about it for years

Macaframa · Since 06 Jul 2010 81 Posts California Delta

That area has endless potenial, too bad it's situated so awkwardly. A boat is the ticket for sure, hopefully a sound one with a capable operator cause that area can get a lil' nasty at times. With a boat that whole area is opened up, not to mention the sturgeon and salmon fishing thats coming up soon. I'm glad to hear about other folks obsessing over the same quandry that I am. Sounds like we need to start orchastrating a plan. I had been pondering paying a buddy or charter as a chase/safe boat for a bay crossing but have hesitated because if they aren't both kite saavy and a solid skipper than they could be more dangerous than helpful (like my wife trying to run a boat out in 20kt winds and ripping current with hazards a plenty). Sounds like a fun endeavor for some down individuals, I'll assist however I can. Til then we'll see if the coast will work this afternoon,
Cheers

If we can't get a boat we can have our support crew wear these and paddle behind us for safety.

scottnorby · Sat Apr 30, 11 12:04 pm

Do it!

There are definitely currents to deal with.
And most definitely better on the up river side of the megler bridge.

It's actually only about 12 feet deep from the bridge up for miles.....I drift net it commercially.

Also...there is a set of sandbars that are only 3 feet deep ......about 2 miles above the bridge......huge area......anchor the boat and walk around....
Low tide slack---or hold up tides would be best.

It's a little bit of planning but a whole lot of adventure.

scartch · Since 10 Feb 2008 29 Posts

so it sounds like there is def so interest. any words of caution from you crusty old salts???

cnett · Since 23 Aug 2010 115 Posts PDX Stoked

Tell us how it goes!! I've also been thinking of launching out of Chinook, WA. Seems possible, then you have that island for protection.

FlyDunes · Since 09 Oct 2007 1034 Posts Aloha XTreme Poster

Jones was going off low 20's on Sunday afternoon. Just sayin.

beech · Since 21 Aug 2010 485 Posts Longview, WA Obsessed

Jonesy was indeed very nice on Sunday, as Leon and I will testify!!! Sandstorm on the beach...4 hour session. Only 1 big boat came through and we chased it downwind in the butter for a couple miles. $$$$money$$$$

scartch · Since 10 Feb 2008 29 Posts

got a little ride at longbeach today. wind was way too on and but made the best of it. maybe try desdamona this week

barfly · Since 31 Mar 2005 1214 Posts Portland BRACKISH

Get out in the channel for the cruise ship! Hi tide going out on SW is sketch tho.

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