I highly recommend avoiding the Stevenson kite launch if there are other windy areas! I've been there three times this summer and every time I see a different guy, and even multiple guys, yelling at people, telling them what to do and what not to do. The vibe there is totally aggro. And beware the red head - I came back from my session to find one of my tires slashed apparently because I steered too close to her on the water. WTF?!
Nak
Since 19 May 2005
4353 Posts
Camas
Site Lackey
It's really hard to tell these days; is this supposed to be a humorous post? I apologize if not, but I kite Stevie--a lot--and have never seen behavior like you're describing. There is a way that things have to be done there--learned by past serious accidents and crowded conditions given the tiny launch area. So regulars are likely to advise folks that seem inexperienced. If your tires were indeed slashed, I'd recommend calling LE. There is a webcam that likely caught the act. I'd be more than shocked to find out a regular was responsible.
Next time you're there, hit me up. I'm in the red Tesla. I'll cue you in on local procedures and share a beer!
Cheers!
Wind Slither
Since 04 Mar 2005
2661 Posts
The 503
METAL
Mon Aug 24, 26 1:39 pm
It's tricky launch requiring a few etiquettes but that doesn't sound like Stevie local behavior.
Sasquatch
Since 09 Mar 2005
2115 Posts
PNW
Bigfoot
Mon Aug 24, 26 5:11 pmRe: Beware Stevenson
G-dog wrote:
I highly recommend avoiding the Stevenson kite launch if there are other windy areas! I've been there three times this summer and every time I see a different guy, and even multiple guys, yelling at people, telling them what to do and what not to do. The vibe there is totally aggro. And beware the red head - I came back from my session to find one of my tires slashed apparently because I steered too close to her on the water. WTF?!
Yes, the vibe can be a bit aggro, but they do it for a reason--limited space. "When in Rome, do as Roman's do", so to speak.
I think of the Stevenson launch and land zone just like an aircraft carrier flight deck. One goes out at a time, or one comes in at a time, and the rest of the "flight deck" needs to be in an orderly fashion and one has to have their head on a swivel and yourself and your gear ready to go.
Comply with the locals and their protocols and you can be Windslither's wingman anytime.
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