Best wind direction is south west to north west. It will work if any wind has a westerly component. The more south or the more north the wind goes the more gusty it becomes.  Backside skyway nay not be the largest launch in Tampa Bay but it does offer a huge playground of flat water. With all locations you must understand your limitations. Deep water channels surround this location. There is a small island about 100' in diameter directly out from the launch with oyster bars surrounding it. Do not venture out around this. High tide conceals the live shells that are razor sharp. You'll see a boat channel that runs north and south. Treat this like a busy highway with boat traffic. Look both ways and do not cross if there are boats with a half mile from you. It is possible to foil here just to the north of the launch. It is hard to navigate the waters unless a local can be there to point out obstacles.