Downwinds | Langebaan to Saldana downwind

Langebaan to Saldana downwind

A 12 km downwind crossing the mouth of the Langebaan Lagoon to Suldana Bay on a SE wind. The Langebaan Lagoon was formed by the rising and falling of sea levels during pre-historic times. This is unlike most lagoons which form where fresh water rivers enter the sea. As a result, Langebaan Lagoon is purely a salt water lagoon. Saldanha Bay is a natural harbour on the south-western coast of South Africa.


  • Langebaan Beach, Langebaan, Saldanha Bay Local Municipality, West Coast District Municipality, Western Cape, 7357, South Africa

    Distance in KM
    12
    Estimated Time to complete
    1 Hr 40 mins
  • Wind Direction
    SE
    SSE
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  • The start of the downwind is from Langebaan beach at the mouth of Langebaan Lagoon.





    It's a straight run crossing the mouth of the Lagoon keeping  the iron ore jetty of Suldana Bay in the right.



    This is YouTube video from Richard Kohler and on this particular day he comment's: "Can you make out the two main wave patterns and their directions? ↖️↗️ Wind swell right to left and the ocean swell left to right. The swells are running quite quickly and are not very big so I spent most of the time at the intersection swapping from one to the other."





    Finish on a beach inside harbour to the left .




    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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