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Bellyache Ridge

13🟡 Marginal

USA · Takeoff 2641 m

Forecast next days

2026-10-0255

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~2182 m, viento 20 km/h.

Wind max: 20 km/h
Base: 2182 m
CAPE: 0
LI: 1.6
2026-10-0365

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~2958 m, viento 14 km/h.

Wind max: 14 km/h
Base: 2958 m
CAPE: 0
LI: 1.2
2026-10-0475

Día muy favorable para XC, base de cúmulos ~2818 m, viento 12 km/h.

Wind max: 12 km/h
Base: 2818 m
CAPE: 20
LI: -1.0
2026-10-0590

Día muy favorable para XC, base de cúmulos ~2642 m, viento 13 km/h.

Wind max: 13 km/h
Base: 2642 m
CAPE: 120
LI: -0.7

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Takeoff description

Both landing and launch are paved drive to locations. Bellyache is a P2 rated site and registered by the local Vail Soaring Club. Visiting pilots and tandem passengers are urged to contact David Champaign at: www.VailValleyParagliding.com or Greg Kelley at www.aircrossusa.com

About this site

Bellyache Ridge is a paragliding launch site in USA, near Edwards. Takeoff elevation is 2641 meters above sea level. It has a moderate thermal and XC score of 13/100. Best wind directions for takeoff: E. Check the daily forecast above for current flyability conditions including CAPE, lifted index, cloud base height, and wind speed.