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Long Pool

3🟡 Marginal

USA · Takeoff 296 m

Forecast next days

2026-10-1255

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~1899 m, viento 17 km/h.

Wind max: 17 km/h
Base: 1899 m
CAPE: 0
LI: 1.2
2026-10-1395

Día muy favorable para XC, base de cúmulos ~1060 m, viento 14 km/h.

Wind max: 14 km/h
Base: 1060 m
CAPE: 1240
LI: -4.8
2026-10-1495

Día muy favorable para XC, base de cúmulos ~821 m, viento 12 km/h, con precipitación 3.5 mm.

Wind max: 12 km/h
Base: 821 m
CAPE: 1080
LI: -4.4
2026-10-1560

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~1999 m, viento 15 km/h.

Wind max: 15 km/h
Base: 1999 m
CAPE: 0
LI: -0.2

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Takeoff description

This is a very steep but smooth roll-off launch suitable for novice pilots with excellent wing control. The LZ is directly below take-off.

About this site

Long Pool is a paragliding launch site in USA, near Dover. Takeoff elevation is 296 meters above sea level. It has a moderate thermal and XC score of 3/100. Best wind directions for takeoff: NW. Check the daily forecast above for current flyability conditions including CAPE, lifted index, cloud base height, and wind speed.