Downwinds | Menai Strait Downwind

Menai Strait Downwind

A 9 Km downwind run in the Menai Strait UK, getting the tide and the wind right is key, from the Sea Zoo to Brittania Bridge on an south westerly. The Menai Strait is a narrow stretch of shallow tidal water about 25 km long, which separates the island of Anglesey from the mainland of Wales. The differential tides at the two ends of the strait cause very strong currents to flow in both directions through the strait at different times, creating dangerous conditions.


  • Anglesey Sea Zoo, B4419, Rhosyr, Dwyran, Isle of Anglesey, Wales, LL61 6TQ, United Kingdom

    Distance in KM
    9
    Estimated Time to complete
    1 Hr
  • Wind Direction
    SW
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  • Put in on the waters edge at Anglesey Sea Zoo





    This is a YouTube video from Performance Sea Kayak doing this downwind in a sea kayak.






    Finish is on the left before the Britania Bridge.


    A landmark just before the finish is a Nelson Statue on the waters edge on the same side as the exit.





    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 Beaumaris 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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