North Carolina · United States
Hatteras / Ramp 38, North Carolina (USA)
16.6kts
SW · Windsaison
Hatteras delivers 283 windy days a year with Atlantic consistency. Ramp 38 offers direct ocean access, but expect technical chop, strong currents, and dynamic sandbars. Intermediate riders thrive here.
- 16.6kts
- Durchschnittswind
- 283
- Windtage / Jahr
- 15:00–18:00
- Beste Windzeit
- SW
- Hauptwindrichtung
Lage
- Nächste Flughäfen
- Airport - Pitt-Greenville, NC
- Koordinaten
- 35.3210, -75.5077
Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)
Jan
84%
fahrbar
20.4 kts
Feb
82%
fahrbar
20 kts
Mär
87%
fahrbar
20.3 kts
Apr
90%
fahrbar
18.5 kts
Mai
69%
fahrbar
17.2 kts
Jun
65%
fahrbar
16.5 kts
Jul
66%
fahrbar
17.9 kts
Aug
61%
fahrbar
18 kts
Sep
73%
fahrbar
18.9 kts
Okt
81%
fahrbar
19.1 kts
Nov
82%
fahrbar
18.6 kts
Dez
89%
fahrbar
19.2 kts
Beste Windrichtungen
- SW
- NNE
- N
- SSW
- NE
Wasserbedingungen
- Ocean
- Choppy
Beste Monate
Gefahren
- Strong currents and rip tides common in Atlantic Ocean conditions
- Choppy water with frequent whitecaps requires solid wave riding skills
- Shallow areas and sandbars near the ramp can create dumping waves
- Heavy boat traffic and fishing activity in the area
Was das für dich heißt
- Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
- Auf ankernde Boote und markierte Fahrrinnen achten
- Großen Abstand zu Fischernetzen und Leinen halten (50 m+)
- Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten
Ausstattung
- Beach access via Ramp 38 with parking nearby
- Local restaurants and shops in Hatteras village
- Kitesurfing schools and rental shops in the area
- Restroom facilities at the ramp
Lokale Tipps
With 283 windy days annually, Hatteras is exceptionally reliable; check tide charts as shallow sandbars shift seasonally. Early morning sessions typically offer cleaner conditions before afternoon chop builds.
Einstieg & Strand
Ramp 38 provides direct ocean access with an easy sand launch, though choppy conditions demand care entering the water. Best launches occur with NE or N winds pushing directly offshore or with cross-shore NNE/N conditions.
Lokale Regeln
Respect commercial and recreational fishermen working the area, and keep clear of marked boat channels. Communicate with other kiters as the spot can get crowded during peak wind season.
Was anziehen
Winter (Nov-Mar): 4/3mm or 5/4mm wetsuit with booties and gloves; Summer (May-Sep): 2/2mm or 3/2mm suit as water warms. Water temps range from cold in winter to tolerable in summer.
Was einpacken
Kite-Größen
- 14–17 mLeichtwind, unter 14 kn
- 11–14 mtypische Sessions, 14–22 kn
- 8–10 mstarke Tage, 20–28 kn
Boards
- Twintip — universell, gehört ins Gepäck
Was anziehen (nach Klima)
- Im Wasser
- 3/2-mm-Neoprenanzug.
- An Land
- Hoody und Jacke; abends lange Hose.
Abgeleitet aus dem Breitengrad des Spots (gemäßigte Zone) und der aktuellen Saison.
Vorfahrt & Verhalten
- 1Wer ins Wasser startet, hat Vorrang vor Ridern, die reinkommen.
- 2Der Luv-Rider weicht aus — Kite hoch halten, wenn du über einem tiefen Rider passierst.
- 3Steuerbordbug (rechte Hand vorn) hat Vorfahrt beim Kreuzen.
- 4Wer überholt, hält sich aus der Linie des langsameren Riders.
- 5Wellenreiten: Der Rider in der Welle hat sie — kein Drop-in.
Spot-Guide
The Setup
Ramp 38 is straightforward: drive down, park, walk to hard-packed sand. You get ocean access without typical beach launch friction. The payoff is wind—283 days annually with reliable Atlantic flows. The cost is conditions that don't forgive sloppy technique.
Wind
Northeast and north winds dominate spring through winter, running offshore or cross-shore. Summer still works when other East Coast spots go flat. Early morning is cleanest before afternoon chop stacks up. Southwest winds are inconsistent.
Water & Hazards
This is intermediate-to-advanced territory. Expect constant whitecaps and choppy texture that demands solid edge control. Sandbars shift seasonally and create sudden dumpers at certain tides—check conditions before launching.
Rip currents run through this area. Use them, don't fight them. Boat traffic (fishing and recreational) is regular; stay aware of channels and keep your head up.
Who Belongs Here
Solid intermediate minimum. Beginners rent lessons locally first. You need comfort in chop, ability to read shifting water, and willingness to actively assess conditions. Hesitation gets punished. Commitment pays.
Nearly year-round sessions if you can handle Atlantic weather.
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