Balberget SW (Harahemberget)

This is a cliff launch with hang glider ramp at the cliffs edge. The ramp needs some maintenance (rotting at the top). The ramp is held to large bolts in the rocks by rope that could be also degraded. I think it hasn't been maintained in at least 10 years. Paragliders should make their walls further up the clearing away from the cliff. there it is mostly free of large obstacles, but careful layout is required to avoid snagging lines. Winter snow would make this site much easier to launch.

This is an intermediate-expert paragliding launch since cliffs are generally unforgiving and present unique wind currents. Fly with caution! That being said, it is below the top of the mountain so has less venturi than other options on Balberget. The XC potential of this site seems great with a south wind to help progress NorthWest along the a line of hills, or North into the flatlands. Other parts of the mountain may be better in SE winds the are best for flying inland along the range, but landing areas are more challenging in those places. Who will be the first to fly to Skellefteå or Luleå from here? The day will come!

Takeoff altitude: 443m