Downwinds | Saint Martin Crossing

Saint Martin Crossing

Boat and Support is required on this 20 km downwind crossing from Tintamarre Island to St Martin Island on a easterly wind. Saint Martin is part of the Leeward Islands in the Caribbean Sea. It comprises 2 separate countries, divided between its northern French side, called Saint-Martin, and its southern Dutch side, Sint Maarten.


  • Tintamarre, St Martin

    Distance in KM
    20
    Estimated Time to complete
    2 Hrs 45 mins
  • Wind Direction
    East
    ENE
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  • Start from Weissrive beach on Île Tintamarre, also known as Flat Island, is a small uninhabited island with an area of approximately 0.8 square kilometres. It is located in the Caribbean Sea, about 3 kilometres from the island of Saint Martin, and is administered as part of the French overseas collectivity of Saint Martin.





    This crossing is along the the Anguilla Channel (French: Canal d'Anguilla) and is a strait in the Caribbean Sea. It separates the island of Anguilla (a British Overseas Territory) in the north from the Collectivity of Saint Martin, an overseas collectivity of France on the island of Saint Martin, in the south.

    This is a YouTube video from  Chucho Nonnot doing this downwind on a SUP Foil, enjoy!






    Finish is on the beautiful  Plum Bay Beach (Baie aux Prunes).






    PLEASE NOTE: This crossing requires boat support


    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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