Deception Pass Challenge Training
Learn insider tips for successfully racing the Deception Pass course
Find out how to ace the Deception Pass Challenge on Dec 11th with insider tips on how to avoid reverse current, avoid kelp and rocks and how to break out of the 'Crux' on Pass Island.
You'll also get tips on paddling in tidal current including skills for eddies, rough water and waves.
Your Instructor
Rob Casey is the founder/owner of Salmon Bay Paddle in Seattle. He is the author of Kayaking Puget Sound and Stand Up Paddling Flat Water to Surf and Rivers.
He began surfing freighter and tug waves on Puget Sound in 2002 first on a sea kayak and surf kayak, now on a SUP and surf ski.
Course Curriculum
First Section
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after you enroll
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StartWelcome!
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StartDeception Pass Challenge (Dash) History
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PreviewCourse Maps
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StartTips for Race Success
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StartNEW Race Finish at Bowman Bay
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StartDeception Island - First Pass
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StartHeading to the Bridge from Deception Island
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StartBreaking out Past the 'Crux'
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StartGoing Round Pass Island 2x?
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StartStrawberry Island
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StartCanoe Pass - After Strawberry Island
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StartDeception Island Approach - 2nd Pass
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StartEscape Routes to Bowman Bay
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StartUsing Eddies to your Benefit
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StartUsing Ferrying to Cross Current
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StartWinds in the Pass
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StartRacing DP on a Southeast Wind
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StartALTERNATE RACE COURSE FOR WIND
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StartALT COURSE FOR WEST WIND
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StartResources
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StartRace Training in the Pass..
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StartDeception Pass Spring Race! April 2, 2022
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StartOur 2022 Race Schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.
Thanks a bunch for using my guide to help with your race training! I also offer live training for the race!