Utah Windriders Association

Where is the best place for a Rookie kiteboarder at Utah Lake, is it different based on the wind direction, and where is the best place to camp if staying all weekend? I printed out the map from the other poster (thanks for that) but have no idea which spot to head this weekend!

At this point, the wind is looking pretty weak for the weekend. that could change but not real promising at the moment. You'd be better off for today, tomorrow and friday afternoon and evenings this week. Rush lake is probably better for a beginner as it's only knee deep or so anywhere in the lake, has 1,000+ yds of shoreline (this is important since you'll probably be moving downwind quickly) and generally wide open around the shore. you can just stand up wherever you are, which will help you a lot with re-launching. UT lake isn't the most friendly place for a beginner, but Lincoln Beach is probably your best bet as it offers a few hundred yards of shoreline to work with in the sheltered area behind the jetty. most of the locations in that other thread are tough launches for kiters, and none would be good for a beginner. Lincoln Beach is at the south end of UT lake. hope that helps.

FYI-
If you are learning at Lincoln booties are a necessity because the rocks are sharp.

jason morton wrote:FYI-
If you are learning at Lincoln booties are a necessity because the rocks are sharp.

And the locals are dull..............

duhhhhhh booties????

what's dem used fur?

why my feets hert so much when i ride'em kites der?

hope to see you yokels down there tonight!!!!

Any idea about camping?

Lincoln Beach has a real bathroom with sinks and toilets. I am not sure if they allow camping there or not. Rush is primitive camping - no facilities whatsoever.