Want to check in on the activity at the airport? Is the tow plane there? Is the runway covered in snow? Is it a mud pit?
The system has undergone a complete upgrade to provide high-quality resolution through five cameras.
SSB members have the ability to access streaming cameras at the airport via their smartphones.
You can do this by downloading the Reolink client app.
Please refer to the provided instructions for installing the Reolink application.
Welcome!
The Soaring Society of Boulder (SSB) is based at Boulder Municipal Airport, Colorado. It has been in continuous operation since 1959 and is run by volunteers. We provide gliders, tows, training and a great social environment to our 170+ members and their families. Our membership ranges in experience from fresh adoptees of the sport, instructors, national champions to world championship contenders. The club was just awarded two winners trophies by the Soaring Society of America for competitions in distance and speed.
If you have questions about the club, membership, training, or getting involved, please feel free to contact the Soaring Society of Boulder’s New Member Coordinator at . We are happy to provide information about the club, help connect you with instructors, and answer any questions you may have as you explore becoming part of the Boulder soaring community! We look forward to hearing from you and helping you get started.
The SSB's YouTube channel is a resource for learning about soaring. Many questions about our operations at Boulder airport are answered. These include presentations made by SSB's highly accomplished racing pilots and instructors.
You can also follow members activities on Facebook.
The Soaring Society of Boulder conducts its operations on the north side of Boulder Airport There is no direct pedestrian access from the main boulder terminal to this side of the field.
5200 Independence Road Boulder, CO 80302
PO Box 17577 Boulder, CO 80308
Image: Boulder glider soars near Crested Butte, CO
Soaring Society of Boulder Places 2nd in 2025 World Competition
The Soaring Society of Boulder (SSB) today announced that its team of glider pilots placed second in the global soaring competition, the IGC-OLC World League, and has secured the title of Vice Champion.
Our friends at Boulder Edge TV produced this beautiful video about the SSB. To watch click on the image.
We're pleased to announce a major upgrade to our WIFI network! Starting 3/20/2024, get ready to experience faster speeds, wider coverage, and enhanced connectivity across our facilities. Whether you're working or streaming, enjoy seamless internet access like never before.
Key Highlights:
🚀 Lightning-fast speeds for smoother browsing and downloads.
🌐 Expanded coverage to ensure connectivity in the glider & tow plane tie-downs areas.
🔒 Improved security measures for enhanced protection.
📡 It's free to SSB members.
There are two network SSIDs available:
SSB_HS 🚀 for higher speeds while you warm the SSB bench.
SSB_XR 🌐 for longer ranges and older devices. The signal reaches out to the SSB tie-down areas.
The passwords for these are printed in the shack.
Stay tuned for more details and enjoy. Prepare for other enhanced computer experiences coming your way soon!