Gorge Downwind Championship is a week-long festival of downwind paddling held annually at the Hood River riverfront on the Columbia River Gorge. The main solo event will be held either Thurs, Fri or Saturday based on best wind.  The GDC is a fundraiser for Rivers For Change.

Full Sail has been a proud sponsor

Consistent summer winds, Simple fast shuttles, variable terrain from insane to beginner, hot temps and fresh water make it one of the top downwind locations on the planet. It is no accident the Columbia River Gorge is already the #1 windsurfing and kiteboarding destination in the world.

Included with your entry are 5 days of downwind shuttles limited by only your time and endurance, 2 meals, the Gorge Downwind Champs race. In addition, SUP, Outrigger and Surfski pros from around the world will be having skill clinics all week long. If your ambition is to do as many downwinds as possible in a week or to refine your skills, the Columbia River Gorge cannot be beat.

Outside of the event, there are endless other opportunities for world-class family fun including horseback riding, cycling on and off the road, downhill skiing in July, hiking, white water rafting, fishing, mountain climbing, vineyards, microbrews, windsurfing, kiteboarding, hot air balloons, zip lines and a lot more.

Schedule of Events (all included with your entry)

Mon – Downwind Shuttles / Full Sail Beer Garden
Tue – Downwind Shuttles / Full Sail Beer Garden
Wed – Downwind Shuttles / Demo Day / Hero’s Dinner
Thu – Downwind Shuttles / Full Sail Beer Garden (potential Race Day / Awards dinner)
Fri – Downwind Shuttles / Full Sail Beer Garden (potential Race Day / Awards dinner)
Sat – Downwind Shuttles / Full SailBeer Garden (potential Race Day / Awards dinner)

3-day wind window for World Cup Solo Race – Thurs, Fri or Sat.