TRAVEL, EXPLORE & ENJOY CABO.
Adventure is just one of the many experiences to be discovered in the magical setting of Baja California. Cabo delivers breathtaking scenery and an abundance of things to see and do.
From November through April each year the East Cape region of Baja California Sur is blessed with frequent “El Norte” winds that blow down the Sea of Cortez. The wide plain
laying just South of Los Barriles bay has an accelerator effect on the wind drawing in and boosting its strength typically from mid-morning to late afternoon. The El Norte winds tend to come in spells lasting several days with a few calm days between. Obviously winds can vary from year to year but typically we can expect 55 to 60% windy days each season.
Photography by Neil Howe
Conditions
With a wide sandy beach facing due East, the North winds blow cross-shore from left to right (Port Tack). On windy days there is moderate to heavy shore-break directly in front of the Centre but there are easy friendly launch spots just a few yards both up and down wind. Sea conditions vary from small chop on lighter wind days increasing to sizable (mast high) swell on stronger wind days providing some of the best “bump and jump” sailing on the planet.
Safety
The sea is free from submerged hazards (e.g. rocks and reefs etc) there are no strong tides or currents. The shape of the bay and the wind direction ensure even in the worst-case scenario that ultimately all sailors will be brought to shore. (We do of course also provide a safety lookout and assistance)
50 Boards
Boards are from world leading brands JP Australia and Starboard. The extensive fleet of more than 50 boards ranges from small wave boards to large free-ride boards including full carbon editions as well as purpose designed Young Gun boards for kids, Gemini tandemand even a hydrofoil!
60 Sails
Sails are exclusively from market leader Neil Pryde. It have in excess of 60 fully rigged and ready-to-use adult sail sizes ranging from 3.2m2 to 8.2m2. The range includes models from all categories including wave, freestyle, free-ride and free-race. All sails are rigged with X6 Neilpryde masts and S-shape profile booms. In addition we have specialist light weight “Dragonfly” rigs with super-light masts and booms for kids.
Windsurf Lessons
Whether you are a total beginner an improver ready to take it to the next level or an advanced rider wanting to further hone your skills, our team of qualified, experienced and patient instructors is on-hand to help you achieve your goals. We generally adopt an effective one-on-one approach to lessons ensuring maximum progress (and safety).
Whilst lesson and course content does have an outline structure, our instructors will tailor each and every lesson to fit the individual students exact needs.
Lessons will typically include some theory, land based “simulator” practice as well as on-water time.
Lessons are available for a minimum 1hr and are discounted for extended or multiple lessons or courses.
Some specific courses include equipment rental and for others equipment rental is extra – please check our price list for full details.
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