Día muy favorable para XC, base de cúmulos ~3178 m, viento fuerte (27 km/h).
Wind max: 27 km/h
Base: 3178 m
CAPE: 790
LI: -4.3
Section 16
12🟢 Flyable todayUSA · Takeoff 2308 m
Forecast next days
No recomendable para volar, base de cúmulos ~1285 m, viento 17 km/h, con precipitación 4.0 mm, ¡atento a tormentas (CAPE alto)!.
Wind max: 17 km/h
Base: 1285 m
CAPE: 2300
LI: -7.6
Día muy favorable para XC, base de cúmulos ~2553 m, viento 17 km/h.
Wind max: 17 km/h
Base: 2553 m
CAPE: 980
LI: -3.7
Día muy favorable para XC, base de cúmulos ~2910 m, viento 24 km/h.
Wind max: 24 km/h
Base: 2910 m
CAPE: 500
LI: -2.7
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Takeoff description
Take off is from St. Patrick's lookout at the top of the Section 16 trail. Park at the trailhead on Lower Gold Camp Road and hike the trail to the top of the saddle. A spur trail goes east along the ridge to the lookout. The Take off can be challenging due to the steepness of the launch slope. The hike takes about 1 hour and about 2 miles with a 1500' alt climb.
About this site
Section 16 is a paragliding launch site in USA, near Manitou Springs. Takeoff elevation is 2308 meters above sea level. It has a moderate thermal and XC score of 12/100. 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.