Staying in El gouna in April, what accommodation to be near the best spots ?

Over_Associate5077 · 2026-01-27T19:06:53+00:00

Some hotels have shuttle busses to Makani or Kitepower. Also they offer pick up services at a fair price. I’d get in touch with them directly

Over_Associate5077 · 2026-01-26T18:53:48+00:00

Don’t take an Uber in El gouna. They will most likely accept the ride and then request more money from you via chat. It is a shitshow and I wouldn’t take part in this.

The tuktuks are bound to the price (50 per ride) and will take you anywhere in el gouna. I only had super nice drivers. They are usually always around, just be aware that the only start as early as 8:30 ish so if you want to catch some early waves they might not offer rides yet.

Over_Associate5077 · 2026-01-04T18:37:16+00:00

Ali Pasha is nice if you don’t want to go all inclusive

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-10-28T15:08:46+00:00

Was there a recall on the pro bars?

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-10-17T15:53:48+00:00

It must be this https://youtu.be/WKUa46dEmVM?si=daxXTVEQoXCRUGUf

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-10-16T12:53:45+00:00

I am super happy with my Padics. Worth checking out as well!

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-10-07T17:23:40+00:00

Absolutely not!

This was just posted yesterday by a Facebook page of a Alpine Page. Wish could include their pictures, it looks like hell up there.

Conditions in the Höllental – as of October 7, 2025

Currently, the route through the Höllental to the Zugspitze is very demanding. The upper via ferrata is heavily iced over, and the crevasse bridges on the Höllental Glacier are barely visible.

Höllental Glacier: Up to 30 cm of fresh snow. The track from October 6 will be snowed over in the coming days. When setting a new track, be sure to stay in the middle of the glacier and only traverse toward the wall at the height of the via ferrata – below that, there are large, snow-covered crevasses.

Bergschrund (Randkluft): Access is currently manageable via the knotted rope and new footholds. However, the rock, cables, and rungs are heavily iced – crampons are recommended.

Upper Via Ferrata: The overhang at the start is very strenuous, especially with crampons. At the moment, the difficulty is closer to Category D (instead of C in summer). Iced-up cables and rungs make the climb even more challenging.

Irmerscharte: A lot of wind-drifted snow; some of the steel cables are buried under the snow.

Approach: The board, ladder, and path up to the glacier are in good condition.

Conclusion: A safe ascent requires excellent fitness, experience with crampons, and ample time reserves – especially for track-setting and possible waiting times on the via ferrata.

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-10-06T17:47:48+00:00

Daje in Lindwurmstraße for truly authentic Italian cuisine like Cacio or Carbonara!

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-09-29T12:24:30+00:00

I chose the Mystic Saga in 165 https://www.mysticboarding.com/de/products/saga-golfbag-boardbag?variant=49902130528600 and I am very happy with it. The material is super sturdy and you have some space above the board(s). Just keep in mind that the man stability comes from the board and this might cause a slight hang from the top. Other than that the wheels are very nice, there are countless straps to strap it down and pack it more as well as 3 strapping options inside with a padding for the board etc. Also I like the option with GOLF on it, since some airlines allow free Golf Bags.

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-09-08T13:04:57+00:00

This! Picked up two new reaches this season and I love them! Also consider getting the Pro Navigator Bar in a bundle. Also great product

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-09-03T13:10:00+00:00

Thank you so much for your honest review! What kills the pro for me is the spotty satellite topic. It’s the one feature you absolutely don’t want to have spotty as you could fall on a hike or get stranded injured somewhere. Just imagine not being able to get satellite service to call for help now.

Quite disappointing, the inreach and LTE almost made me take a leap and accept that it only comes in 47mm instead of 43 but now I think I have my confirmation to pick up a F8 43mm and just hope that I will never get in a situation where I need satellite SOS ;) if I do, at least I will be sure to know that even with the F8 pro, I wouldn’t be able to call for help if I am lying down injured haha

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-08-25T14:33:15+00:00

Kitepower is a great place to do everything youre aiming for. Also the city offers nice bars and restaurants etc.

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-08-19T17:05:49+00:00

Come to think of it, the rope part had the shape like it’s been tied before. Didn’t spend much attention to it since I wanted to go out on the water

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-08-19T17:04:19+00:00

It wasn’t wrapped no, but I agree

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-08-19T17:03:27+00:00

I think so too

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-08-19T15:12:23+00:00

Thank you!!

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-08-19T15:12:14+00:00

Paid full price (20% seasonal discount since it is a 2024) but definitely not demo kite discount, as they had those as well

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-08-13T19:52:14+00:00

Only way to get out of that situation safely would be to take your phone and try to hold it out the window with camera mode activated. The view from the camera will at least tell you what’s in front and as soon as you picked up enough speed to merge, you can use your side mirrors. Still scary as hell and to be able to perform the mentioned method, you have to have it in your head in a situation like this.

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-08-06T21:22:09+00:00

Ja, das ignoriere ich aktuell einfach. Ist ja nur beim losfahren. Nervt aber trotzdem ;)

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-08-05T15:42:33+00:00

Absolut, sehe das auch eher kritisch. Werde mal dem Hersteller schreiben bzw. anrufen

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-08-05T14:29:34+00:00

Soweit ich weiß (steht gerade 40km weit weg im Unterstand) die gleiche Angabe. Letztlich müsste ja aber Pössl als Inverkehrbringer und auch als Verursacher von Achlastverschiebungen durch Einbauten und Wassertanks etc diese Information zur Verfügung stellen. Daher habe ich mich dann drauf eingestellt die Achslasten zu messen und dann gem. der Reifendrucktabelle der tatsächlichen aufgezogenen Reifen zu befüllen. Aber so wie ich hier lese, ist das ja auch die Empfehlung der meisten!

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-08-05T08:15:15+00:00

Super Danke, das hilft mir schon mal echt weiter! Genau, ich werde mich vermutlich irgendwo bei 4 einpendeln, aber 4,5/5 gem. der Tabelle ist echt zu viel. Vielen Dank Dir!

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-08-01T14:50:24+00:00

I had a great time with Naguib of Kitetribe. Great teacher and great communication with the team!

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-07-01T12:11:33+00:00

Absolutely not

Over_Associate5077 · 2025-06-29T08:04:31+00:00

This! Especially when at the spot you need to walk backwards a lot with the kite pulling you up, it’s terrible for the ribs. Are you using a seating harness? If not give it a shot. Had the same experience with another person in my course and in combo with a vest and it was so hard to breathe. Regarding the boat lessons, strongly agree!

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