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Callifornia Downwind

A 15 km downwind from Cabrillo Beach to Long Beach. Cabrillo Beach is a historic public beach located in San Pedro, Los Angeles, California. It is named after Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo, a Portuguese explorer who was the first to sail up the California coast.


  • Cabrillo Beach, Port of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, United States

    Distance in KM
    15
    Estimated Time to complete
    2 Hrs 15 mins
  • Wind Direction
    SW
    WSW
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  • Launch from Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro inside the harbour breakwater.





    Head out of the first breakwater entrance for about 3 km's , turn and catch the runs straight down to Long Beach through the harbour last breakwater entrance, keeping left of Island White the second of the THUMS Islands. This is a Vimeo video from Danny Ching doing this downwind on a OC 1 with a number of other OC paddlers.






    Finish on Long Beach



    Have fun and please stay safe!
    Some Basic Safety Guidelines

    - It is very difficult to spot someone in the water especially in strong wind conditions, so please make sure you can be seen - use bright colour clothing. Wear a brightly coloured PFD Wear a brightly coloured rash vest ( luminous green or orange is best)

    - Use a buddy system - doing a downwind with someone else is always safer than on your own.

    - Have a VHF Radio, mobile/cell phone in a waterproof bag ( test that you can use this in all conditions)

    - Know who to call for help and be sure that your family know who to call. Be sure that someone knows where you are and when you should return. And that they will call for help if this time is exceeded.

    - Other useful tips - Use a leash from the craft to your body. Have a signal flare (hand held are best) or pencil flares. Carry a reflector / mirror. Have a whistle that works when wet. Have your name and landline number on your craft. Leave a card with your name and phone number (mobile/cell and landline) on your vehicle dashboard.



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