Downwinds | Fethard to Hook Downwind

Fethard to Hook Downwind

A 10 Km downwind on a north easterly wind from Fethard-On-Sea to Slade Harbour Hook Peninsula Ireland. The Hook Peninsula is a peninsula in County Wexford, Ireland. It has been a gateway to south-east Ireland for successive waves of newcomers, including the Vikings, Anglo-Normans and the English. One of the special attractions of this area is the Hook Lighthouse, a building situated on Hook Head at the tip of the Hook Peninsula. It is one of the oldest lighthouses in the world and the second oldest operating lighthouse in the world, after the Tower of Hercules in Spain.


  • Fethard, Fethard ED, The Municipal District of New Ross, County Wexford, Leinster, Ireland

    Distance in KM
    10
    Estimated Time to complete
    1 Hr
  • Wind Direction
    NE
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    about 4 years ago
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  • Launch can be from beach outside of Fethard-on-Sea Harbour or from within the harbour depending on conditions and tide.





    This is a YouTube video from tadhgbarry doing this downwind on a surfski.





    Finish at Slade Harbour




    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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