Downwinds | Pompano to Cross Bay Downwind

Pompano to Cross Bay Downwind

A 6 km downwind from Pompano to Cross Bay Bermuda on a westerly wind. Bermuda historically known as the Bermudas or Somers Isles is a British Overseas Territory in the North Atlantic Ocean. The Bermuda archipelago consists of 181 islands with a total land area of 54 km2. The closest land outside the territory is in the US state of North Carolina, approximately 1,035 km to the west-northwest. Bermuda is named after Spanish explorer Juan de Bermúdez, who discovered the archipelago in 1505. The islands have been permanently inhabited since 1612, and, forming part of British America, became a crown colony in 1684. The first African slaves arrived in 1616, but as the slave trade ceased by the end of the 17th century, the colony developed into a base for merchants, privateers, and the Royal Navy.


  • Pompano Beach Club, 36, Pompano Beach Road, Southhampton, SB 03, Bermuda

    Distance in KM
    6
    Estimated Time to complete
    40 mins
  • Wind Direction
    West
    Best months
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  • Created
    about 4 years ago
    Last updated
    about 4 years ago
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  • Start is from the beach in front of Pompano Beach Club






    This is a YouTube video from SSBermuda doing this downwind on a surfski.





    Finish is at Cross Bay Beach




    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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