Ireland · Ireland
Elly Beach, Ireland
15.6kts
SSW · Windsaison
Atlantic winds 242 days a year make Elly Beach one of Europe's most consistent spots. Cold water, strong currents, and choppy swell demand intermediate skills and proper preparation.
- 15.6kts
- Durchschnittswind
- 243
- Windtage / Jahr
- 08:00–11:00
- Beste Windzeit
- SSW
- Hauptwindrichtung
Lage
- Nächste Flughäfen
- Airport - Dublin
- Koordinaten
- 54.1543, -10.1028
Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)
Jan
65%
fahrbar
22.2 kts
Feb
82%
fahrbar
19.4 kts
Mär
71%
fahrbar
18.7 kts
Apr
55%
fahrbar
19 kts
Mai
45%
fahrbar
15.7 kts
Jun
73%
fahrbar
17.2 kts
Jul
53%
fahrbar
16 kts
Aug
73%
fahrbar
18.8 kts
Sep
70%
fahrbar
18.1 kts
Okt
65%
fahrbar
20.6 kts
Nov
72%
fahrbar
19.7 kts
Dez
74%
fahrbar
21.8 kts
Beste Windrichtungen
- SSW
- SW
- WSW
- W
- S
Wasserbedingungen
- Ocean
- Choppy
Beste Monate
Gefahren
- Choppy Atlantic swells and strong currents requiring careful navigation
- Cold water temperatures and potential hypothermia risk year-round
- Rocky outcrops and underwater obstacles common to Irish coastlines
- Rapidly changing weather and wind conditions typical of Irish coast
Was das für dich heißt
- Material tragen — nicht über Steine ziehen
- Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
Ausstattung
- Local beach facilities and parking near the shore
- Nearby accommodation and cafes in surrounding villages
- Equipment rental shops serving the Irish kitesurfing community
Lokale Tipps
With 242.5 windy days annually, this is a highly reliable spot; plan visits around SW-W wind forecasts for optimal conditions. Check tide tables as they significantly affect beach access and water behavior on the Irish coast.
Einstieg & Strand
Launch from the beach into consistent ocean swell conditions; SW to W winds offer the most reliable offshore alignment. Expect choppy water requiring confident water entry and exit techniques.
Lokale Regeln
Respect local swimmers and beach users; share the water responsibly and follow established kite zones if marked. Communicate with other kiters in the lineup to maintain safe spacing in variable conditions.
Was anziehen
A 5/4mm winter wetsuit is essential year-round due to cold Atlantic water; upgrade to 6/5mm for winter sessions (Nov-Mar). Booties and gloves are highly recommended for extended sessions.
Was einpacken
Kite-Größen
- 14–17 mLeichtwind, unter 14 kn
- 11–14 mtypische Sessions, 14–22 kn
- 8–10 mstarke Tage, 20–28 kn
Boards
- Twintip — universell, gehört ins Gepäck
- Hydrofoil — Leichtwind-Spot, fahrbar ab ca. 10 kn
Was anziehen (nach Klima)
- Im Wasser
- 4/3-mm-Neoprenanzug mit Schuhen.
- An Land
- Isolierte Jacke und Mütze — im Zwiebelprinzip.
Abgeleitet aus dem Breitengrad des Spots (kühl-gemäßigte Zone) und der aktuellen Saison.
Vorfahrt & Verhalten
- 1Wer ins Wasser startet, hat Vorrang vor Ridern, die reinkommen.
- 2Der Luv-Rider weicht aus — Kite hoch halten, wenn du über einem tiefen Rider passierst.
- 3Steuerbordbug (rechte Hand vorn) hat Vorfahrt beim Kreuzen.
- 4Wer überholt, hält sich aus der Linie des langsameren Riders.
- 5Wellenreiten: Der Rider in der Welle hat sie — kein Drop-in.
Spot-Guide
The Reality
Elly Beach works because the wind does. You launch from a working beach into the North Atlantic—this isn't a lagoon or a resort spot. The trade-off: 242 windy days annually and reliable SW-W winds in exchange for cold water, strong currents, and year-round chop.
Wind
SW to W winds dominate and align cleanly offshore. Expect 15+ knots minimum; you'll often get considerably more. Irish weather collapses fast—a forecast can flip in hours. Plan around SW-W windows and check conditions the morning of.
Water Hazards
Cold water demands a proper winter suit; hypothermia is real. Strong currents push you downwind faster than you anticipate. Tide tables aren't optional—low tide exposes weed-covered rocks and kills your launch zone; high tide squeezes it. Know the tidal window before you go. Rocky outcrops line the coast; stay aware of your position.
Who Belongs Here
Intermediate riders comfortable with strong currents, cold water, and choppy conditions. You need solid entry/exit technique because beach launches in Atlantic swell require work. Beginners will struggle. Casual visitors looking for nice conditions should go elsewhere.
Local Setup
Equipment rentals and cafes in nearby villages. Parking and basic facilities available. The scene is local—hardened Irish kiters who read tides and respect the water. No party atmosphere, just reliable wind and riders who know what they're doing.
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