Downwinds | Markermeer Downwind (Long)

Markermeer Downwind (Long)

A 34 Km downwind from Strand Blijburg to Lelystad, Amsterdam, Netherlands on a SW wind. Blijburg beach is the best-known urban beach in Amsterdam. It is a real beach, with real sand along water where you can swim (you are only allowed to swim in the designated area). It is located on the Centrum Island, which is part of IJburg, the newly created islands in the East of Amsterdam. The Markermeer is a 700 km2 lake in the central Netherlands in between North Holland, Flevoland, and its smaller and larger neighbors, the IJmeer and IJsselmeer. A shallow lake at 3 to 5 m in depth, matching the reclaimed land to its west, north-west and east it is named after the small former island, now peninsula, of Marken on its west shore.


  • Strand Blijburg, Amsterdam, Netherlands

    Distance in KM
    32
    Estimated Time to complete
    3 Hrs 45 mins
  • Wind Direction
    SW
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    about 4 years ago
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    about 4 years ago
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  • Launch from Blijburg beach





    It is a straight  30+ Km's of downwind fun! Along the way you do pass Almere which is the start of shorter downwind with the same finish. This is a Vimeo video from arjan bloem with some other surfskis enjoying this downwind.








    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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