Hot air balloon trips in the area of Colorado    

Colorado Hot air balloon rides

Hot air balloon trips are very popular in Colorado, and busy people can savor this exciting avocation while the weather is favorable. Even though many people have never even been up close to a ballon, those who have taken flight in one remember this fantastic treat forever!

Lighter-than-air was the first aviation, and is still the choice for many pilots more than 200 years later. You don't need an airport or a runway. If you own a balloon, you don't need a hangar or even a tie-down space, just a corner of your garage. Take off from your back field, or the parking lot at the general store (with permission, of course). Drift quietly along, experiencing little or no sensation of movement of height. Land on a freshly cut hayfield, or the softball diamond before the players even get out of bed.

Hot air balloon trips can be enjoyed by all ages. Most trips last nearly an hour, even so check with your ride company to find out what they offer. Some have different trips to select from.

Why can't I get a balloon ride in the middle of the day?

Balloons fly early in the morning, right after sunrise and late in the day, right before sunset. This is when the wind is calmest since the sun is low in the sky. The wind is generally too unpredictable, with severe up-and down-drafts, during the middle of the day. It isn't safe to offer balloon rides when the wind is unstable.

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