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The Mullet Ireland Downwind

A 15 Km downwind on Ireland's west coast from Blacksod to Belmullet in county Mayo on a southerly wind. Blacksod Bay is a bay of the Atlantic Ocean in Erris, north County Mayo, Ireland. The 16 km long and 8 km wide bay is bounded on its western side by the Mullet Peninsula. Its eastern side includes Kiltane Parish, which extends southwards from Belmullet.


  • Blacksod, Westport-Belmullet Municipal District, County Mayo, Connacht, Ireland

    Distance in KM
    15
    Estimated Time to complete
    1 Hr 40
  • Wind Direction
    South
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  • Start from Blacksod pier






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






    Finish is at the small pier at Belmullet just before the RNLI station

    Pier can be seen jutting out on the top middle of this picture



    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 Arranmore 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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