Here's the one that started it all! We developed the Kestrel 1000 Pocket Wind Meter in 1995 when NK co-owner, Richard Kellerman, needed a reliable wind meter for flying his glider. Over 10 years later, it looks a little slicker, and it still gives you the reliable, accurate wind measurements that you need.

Every Kestrel Meter features a large, 1” impeller mounted on a sapphire jewel bearing, which means it starts rotating with the slightest puff of air – 0.3 mph to be exact! And this unique impeller is user-replaceable, too, which means it can easily be replaced if it is damaged or worn.

If your application demands regular calibration, simply pop in a new impeller and the Kestrel Wind Meter is restored to like-new factory calibration standards. The Kestrel 1000 can easily be switched between mph, km/h, ft/min, m/s, knots and Beaufort.

Kestrel 1000 Measures

Kestrel 1000 Features

• Protective cover with sure-grip overmolding
• Data hold function
• Large easy-to-read display
• Waterproof and floats
• Patented user-replaceable impeller
• Wide range of wind speeds and low startup speed
• Reliable, portable, and easy to use
• All instruments and accessories are completely assembled in the USA
• 5-year warranty

Kestrel 1000 Includes

• A slip-on protective cover
  
• Neck lanyard
• CR2032 coin cell battery (Average life 300 hours)
• Kestrel Certificate of Conformity