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Bellyache Ridge

13🟢 Flyable today

USA · Takeoff 2641 m

Forecast next days

2026-07-0474

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~3618 m, viento fuerte (29 km/h).

Wind max: 29 km/h
Base: 3618 m
CAPE: 270
LI: -1.2
2026-07-0585

Día muy favorable para XC, base de cúmulos ~4032 m, viento 17 km/h.

Wind max: 17 km/h
Base: 4032 m
CAPE: 130
LI: -2.1
2026-07-0665

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~4169 m, viento 20 km/h.

Wind max: 20 km/h
Base: 4169 m
CAPE: 60
LI: -1.7
2026-07-0780

Día muy favorable para XC, base de cúmulos ~3246 m, viento fuerte (25 km/h).

Wind max: 25 km/h
Base: 3246 m
CAPE: 360
LI: -1.8

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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.