The Event Site

The Event Site and Gorge are definitely in the top 5 spots to visit in the United States. Delivering serious winds throughout the summer months it is not only home to some of your pro riders but also the hub of a lot of manufacturing companies for the United States. The event site is where all the action goes down. From the AWSI events yearly, lessons, the slide park and a huge area for throwing down your next sick move.

The Gorge in general is more of an intermediate riding location. The current flows in the opposite direction of the wind which makes riding up wind easier but if you lose your board – your upwind body dragging should be on point or you can kiss that board goodbye. Ride with a friend or buddy that can help out in these situations. Know how to self rescue!

Watch out for BARGES that come through often (they won’t have time to stop) as well as floating logs and debris that could seriously mess up a good riding day if your not careful. Even the slow moving barges can sneak up on your pretty quickly.

Bring the right equipment? That’s a tricky question.. Bring your full quiver when you come to the Gorge (Hood River) there is a range of wind strengths needing anywhere from a 5m-14m depending on the location and how the wind filters through during the day.