I just had my first Gorge experience a few days ago. Short trip to pick up a new board from BW, but got lucky with a decent day. SUP DW. Only rode the Swell City to Hatch run, but did it 5 times, in pretty good conditions. I liked that you could walk, run, or hitch the short distance back to the start. I found the 10-15 locals I met or said “Hi” to very nice and friendly. What a good little route for dialing in gear, and perfecting technique (like paddling up onto foil). Easy to see why locals here get good quickly! I hope to return in May (if I see a good forecast), and do some longer runs, and stay for a few days…hopefully experience the Rufus area too. I really appreciated the opportunity to ride there! Cheers, and Thank you Hood River/White Salmon folks!!
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