Downwinds | Firth of Forth Downwind

Firth of Forth Downwind

A 5 km downwind in the Firth of Forth Scotland from Yellowcraig to Milsey bay on a westerly wind. The Firth of Forth is the estuary, or firth, of several Scottish rivers including the River Forth. It meets the North Sea with Fife on the north coast and Lothian on the south. Geologically, the Firth of Forth is a fjord, formed by the Forth Glacier in the last glacial period.


  • Yellowcraig Beach, Ware Rd, North Berwick, East Lothian, Scotland, EH39 4HE, United Kingdom

    Distance in KM
    4
    Estimated Time to complete
    40 mins
  • Wind Direction
    West
    WNW
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  • Start is from Yellowcraig Beach





    This is a Youtube video from  Jon Schofield doing this downwind on a surfski from start to finish.






    All too soon!, Finish is Milsey Bay Beach



    Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) stations are the bases for the RNLI's fleet of search and rescue lifeboats that cover the coastal waters around the entire British Isles, as well as major inland waterways. The service was established in 1824 and is operated largely by volunteers. Its headquarters are at Poole, Dorset and it is a registered charity in both the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland.

    24-hour search and rescue service operates from 238 lifeboat stations around the UK and Ireland.

    On this downwind the closest station is North Berrick Lifeboat Station 





    Use RYA Safetrx app for those big days -




    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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