Downwinds | Montauk DYC Run

Montauk DYC Run

Starting at Gosmans in Montauk and ending at the Devon Yacht Club on the Long Island Sound, this downwinder works in an Easterly but best in a NEE wind, this is a 18km run. Montauk is a hamlet in the Town of East Hampton in Suffolk County, New York, on the eastern end of the South Shore of Long Island. Located at the tip of the South Fork peninsula of Long Island, 190 km east of Midtown Manhattan, Montauk has been used as an Army, Navy, Coast Guard, and Air Force base. The Montauk Point Light was the first lighthouse in New York state and is the fourth oldest active lighthouse in the United States.


  • Montauk, Town of East Hampton, Suffolk County, New York, 11954, United States

    Distance in KM
    18
    Estimated Time to complete
    2 Hrs 30 mins
  • Wind Direction
    East
    NNE
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  • Launch at Sunset Beach close to pier which will be more sheltered from the wind.


    Sunset Beach






    Paddle about 1 km out after the end of the pier and then left for downwind times!



    This YouTube video from Hksupa Hk gives provides an indication of the runs, on this day winds averaged around 25 knots gusting to 30 knots.






    Finish at the beach just after the pier in front of the Devon Yacht Club on the Long Island Sound, in big conditions can enter the small harbour/marina.

    Devon Yacht Club finish




    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.


    This downwinder works in an Easterly but best in a NNE wind


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