To: sockmonkey
I've actually seen this happen before. It was in the Mojave desert in Calif about 15 years ago. The end of this rainbow was much larger then the one that is pictured here. It was extremely bright at the end leading into the ground. It was only about a quarter of a mile away.
Really a phenomenal sight to see.
25 posted on
02/14/2009 10:26:50 PM PST by
Bullish
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To: Bullish
Incredible- At least it disproves the “photoshop” theory
To: Bullish
My wife and I saw one in Colorado, while traveling through the town of Virginia Dale (which is a magical place all it’s own!).
Very awesome.
(Did not have a camera with me at the time. Most unfortunately.)
CA....
27 posted on
02/14/2009 10:36:35 PM PST by
Chances Are
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To: Bullish
When you're on the ocean most full rainbows have both ends visible and they usually have the bright splash of 'gold' at their ends. (think fiber optic cable) Anytime you are between the sun (visible sunlight) and water drops/mist with the sun below about a 45% angle you will see a rainbow. You'll also find the center of the arc to be in exact alignment with your shadow, or more specifically the shadow of your head.
No two people will see the exact same rainbow either as it is based upon your position between the sun and the droplets.
37 posted on
02/15/2009 3:28:38 AM PST by
HawaiianGecko
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