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Toronto Centre Island Downwind

A short quick downwind of 4 km on a south westerly wind from Centre Island to Cherry Beach Lake Ontario Canada. Lake Ontario is one of the five Great Lakes of North America. It is surrounded on the north, west, and southwest by the Canadian province of Ontario, and on the south and east by the U.S. state of New York, whose water boundaries, along the international border, meet in the middle of the lake. Centre island is the middle of the three primary Toronto Island destinations. It's sandwiched between Ward's Island on the east and Hanlan's Point on the west.


  • Centre Island Pier, Lake, ON, Canada

    Distance in KM
    4
    Estimated Time to complete
    30 mins
  • Wind Direction
    SW
    NE
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    about 4 years ago
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    about 4 years ago
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  • Start is just to the left of the Centre Island Pier facing the water.

    launch is from the right of the pier with this picture




    The route is in Toronto's main harbour channel  and this is YouTube video from Drykone doing this downwind from start to finish on a SUP.



    This can also be done in reverse with NE wind, again YouTube video from Drykone






    In a flash! the finish is on Cherry 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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