AYON Wind · Route guide

Downwind: Huntington Beach North → South Run

California, USA

Distance

6 km

Difficulty

Intermediate

Typical duration

20–30 minutes

Best wind

W / NW onshore (250–320°)

How this leg runs

A straightforward beach run down the Huntington Beach coastline on the reliable SoCal afternoon seabreeze — a good local training leg for building open-water downwind experience close to shore.

Safety notes

Lifeguard rules in effect. Stay 500 ft from the pier. Swimmers and surfers share the water — maintain clearance. A permit may be required for kiting.

Rescue & exits

Lifeguard towers every 500 m. Emergency: 911 or the nearest lifeguard station.

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