So when are the cloudbases the highest in west Texas?

The cloudbases are quite high year-round, however the months when you can count
on almost every day climbing to over 15,000' to 17,000' are May through
September. In the legendary period of the 1960's - '70's, the contests were
held from June to mid July.

Dick Johnson's wave camp is usually held around Easter, to take advantage of
the steady winds in April.

One more thing - some folks think it is hot and flat out in west Texas. Marfa
is up on a plateau 5,000' above sea level, surrounded by higher mesas and
mountains, near Big Bend National Park. We barely top 90 degrees F. in the
summer, but rarely see the oppressive heat of the rest of the Republic of
Texas. Our large hangar is finished so there is plenty of shade for you and
your glider!

If you are considering coming to Marfa, send me an e-mail for my suggested list
of winter projects to make your glider ready for the trip west, which includes
getting your trailer in top shape, installing oxygen and doubling the drinking
water capacity in your glider.

Marfa is a remarkable place. Wonderful scenery, excellent visibility and very
strong thermals. Come visit. We'll show you a good time!

Burt & Kathie Compton
Marfa Gliders, west Texas
www.FLYGLIDERS.com