6/2/2012 - COD Trip 3 Day 9

We decided to take a chance and chase a marginal situation in the extreme northwest TX, OK panhandle, southeast CO, and northeast NM. The setup was essentially a low shear, moderately unstable upslope setup under west-northwest, upper-level flow that showed some potential for isolated convection near the Raton ahead of convection coming off the mountains to the west. This verified for the most part; however, storms were lackluster and quickly went outflow dominant, undercutting themselves. Nevertheless, the Cimmaron Canyon/Black Mesa area provided a nice backdrop for even sub-par convection. We followed the storms into southeast CO, but eventually broke off the chase to head to our hotel and bring ourselves a little closer to home. On Sunday, we ferried to Glen Ellyn, IL to conclude the trip. Trip total was 5400 miles. Thanks to Leon, Ryan, and Evan for driving/assisting on this trip. Also, thanks to all the participants -- it was a blast!

 2012 COD Trip 3 in Boise City, OK -- Image courtesy of Laura Hedien