The staff is not friendly or helpful at all. During my two visits they ignored me when I approached…read morethe counter with items to try on and continued talking with their friends. Plenty of other wind shops in Hood River, I suggest anyone reading this save their time and visit another one. Cheers

Got loaded up with some great used wing foiling gear from the consignment section. Chris and Cruz…read morewere super knowledgeable and awesome people to speak with! Crazy friendly to anybody that walked in the door! Love the atmosphere, people and products!

I took most of my lessons with Tanguy at Cascade and I have to say I owe it all to his style and…read moregeneral approach to teaching. He was able to point out everything I needed to do differently to finally get out on my own. He's an absolute asset to the Cascade team and I'd highly recommend booking him for your next lesson, you won't regret it. Thanks Tanguy

Two thumbs way up!…read more This was my second trip to the Gorge and have been extremely pleased with the experience with Cascade Kiteboarding both times. While this is probably a sport that shouldn't be taken up once eligible for social security that didn't stop the instructors. The instruction from Nadia, Mel and Mike was right on point. Each brought encouragement, helpful individualized kiting tips, and enthusiasm to the lesson. Now that they got me making water starts, I am looking forward to more lessons with Cascade Kiteboarding to continue to progress on the water. Tons of fun.

We attempted to schedule lessons with the company. We completed their "sign up"form and were very…read morespecific about the package, date, time window, experience and travel plans. All we needed was a confirmation of time and price. We did receive an email which was pleasant but in typical old school form it said "Hey - give me a call". It's time these businesses understand that when customers go to the effort to fill out your forms to schedule in a simple manner, they do not want a 3 step process or to play the voicemail back and forth game. I am rating this as we asked for a reply to their email to confirm scheduling.....nothing. If you make it hard, customers go elsewhere.

If you are a beginner, I'd recommend having lessons with the young boys instead of Bryan. I found…read morethem much more patient, friendly and they don't stick with every small detail that for a beginner just make things harder to get. At the end of the day, if this is your first time, you probably are just looking to have some fun and not to remember every name of a move and each detail. Plus, he overcomplicates on his explanation and has a bossy tone. Maybe that is good if you are an experienced guy and is looking to sharp your skills. Not sure. The young crowd do a great job with first-timers though. Happy that they saved the day. Get lessons with them.

THREE GENERATIONS TOGETHER ON THE WATER Recently did a…read morehalf-day trip on the White Salmon with Zoller Outdoor Odysseys. Three generations all in one boat. - Grand Dad OMS - Son and Good Wife - And two Hellion Grandkids aged 7 and 11 First time on the water for the young ones and they LOVED IT!! What a GREAT DAY AND EXPERIENCE! Aaron was a superb guide, educating and entertaining. Even with two youngers he always made us feel safe and secure. And Phoenix did a great job providing safety in her kayak. Would HIGHLY RECOMMEND Zoller and Aaron and Phoenix. And would not hesitate to take the kids again! Make it a great family adventure, One that won't be forgotten!! Thanks Aaron. Thanks Phoenix. Thanks Fluffie! David

This was such a fun rafting trip. The people were so friendly, professional, good-natured and kind…read more Emily was our guide and she was so cool! It was her birthday and it was obvious that she was having fun and wanted us to enjoy ourselves, as well. Emily did a great job of instructing us on the paddling and what to expect. Going over the waterfall was a blast. We practiced the procedure of what to do numerous times and it felt safe but exciting. She knew the river well. I would highly recommend this group and loved Emily's guidance.

My family and I wanted to explore the area, so we decided to rent some e-bikes. Charlie was super…read morenice, and he explained well on how to use the bikes. We enjoyed the bikes thoroughly as well as the service.

Fabulous! Brendan patiently answered all of our questions…read more We had a blast peddling through the tunnels & into Mosier. Visited Idiot's Grace Vineyard where Kaitlyn hosted us & we had a lovely glass of Chenin Blanc. Grabbed a bottle to enjoy later also. Will peddle again soon!

We were on an ACL cruise at the end of April with a stop in Hood River and we signed up for the…read morekayaking excursion. Fantastic experience! Justin was very thorough with explanations of the surrounding environs and it seemed everything around. He pointed out different wildlife in the area and our group even saw a white bunny (in the wild). We also went looking with him for morel mushrooms on land (sadly, none found). The company provides most everything you need for a comfortable kayaking experience, (outer wear, life jacket, dry bag, two types of single kayaks, or double, paddles) included (refresher) instructions for paddling, and helpful tips, assistance and corrections throughout if needed. Even though it was a bit chilly (50s) windy and slightly misting, we stayed warm enough throughout. Would recommend waterproof shoes or watershoes (bring a change of shoes and socks for afterward). Just enjoy the scenery. Such a great way to spend an afternoon! Thank you, Justin for the amazing experience and contributing to our memorable 30 year anniversary!

We had a terrific kayak tour with Hood River SUP and Kayak. Our two guides were super, very helpful…read moreand encouraging with our novice paddling skills. The scenery is spectacular and it was the perfect way to end our first visit to the Columbia River Area. We would recommend this tour company highly.

We just finished three days of instruction at Kite the Gorge. Yes!!!! I can finally get up and…read moreride in both directions!!! Thank you Carlos and Spring for making this an amazing and rewarding kiteboarding experience. Kyle was my instructor and he was amazing! I had a few lessons in San Diego and La Ventana, but my experience at Kite the Gorge was the best. I made really good progress with their program (love the two way radio system!!!) and was able to enjoy this world class kiteboarding location in a safe and efficient manner. Initially intimidated by the traffic and location, I quickly realized Kite the Gorge, with it's unique location and top notch instructors, was the best kiteboarding school for me. The equipment was new with the latest in design and safety features. They were very good about making sure we were on the correct size kites and boards for the wind conditions and took care in making sure we were proficient in using the safety features built into the kite system. I am already planning my next trip to do more lessons with Kite the Gorge. Such an amazing sport. The culture and people involved are absolutely wonderful.

I cannot recommend Carlos and Itzhak more highly than to say: I entrusted my children, 8 and 10,…read morewith them to learn how to wing surf. My children were tentative (and a little distracted at times) and they were so patient, kind, generous, and you can tell their heart and love for people and the sport(s) they offer. I have gone to lessons at three different places on the Gorge and Kite the Gorge is our forever lesson home. The offering, the professionalism, the quality and skill, the patience (I could write a paragraph about how patient Itzhak was to take my kids and work with each of them, drive the jet ski, control the kite, carry the foil...... oy vey!) Their location is tremendous and allows for lessons and an experience that feels intimate, less commercial, and attentive. We are so happy to have found Carlos and his team. Forever grateful for the core memories and that my children are getting to grow and learn in a safe, fun, encouraging environment that will transcend time and go with them in life. GO KITE THE GORGE WITH KITE THE GORGE!!

Greg is an amazing ambassador for mountain biking in Hood River. He knows the trails, the scene and…read moreis a wonderful guide with an infinite amount of both patience and stoke. The vast amount of options in Hood River for MTB is slightly intimidating which is why we hired a guide and we did not regret it our choice of Greg one bit.

We were visiting Portland and Hood River for a few days and found out about Hood River Mountain…read moreBike Adventures. I haven't been on a mountain bike in many years but wanted to experience the mountain bike trails at Post Canyon. I have heard about this place as being one of the best mountain bike areas in the Country. I feel fortunate to have found HRMBA and, more specifically, Greg Galliano. He was wonderful in helping us have the most amazing experience as we rode through incredibly beautiful areas in the Post Canyon trail system. Greg knows this area very well and did an excellent job showing us the best trails for our level of experience. He can accommodate all levels of ability. Whether you are beginner, intermediate, or an experienced rider, this is definitely the way to go! We rode mountain bikes which were in new condition and had the latest in design and technology (loved the hydraulic brakes and dropper seatpost!!!). Greg was fantastic in offering a few tips here and there to help me be more efficient on the bike, which I really appreciate. Without a doubt, taking a guided tour with Greg was much better than we could have done on our own with rental bikes and a map. The trail system at Post Canyon is complex and he has local knowledge and resources to ensure an incredible experience for you. His passion for mountain biking, friendly personality, and hospitality are so inspiring you will want to come back for more.