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Navigating on the Ingril pond is characterized by very variable conditions depending on the wind direction. The Tramontane (Northwest wind) is the ideal regime: it blows regularly and often strongly, offering stable and predictable conditions. From this orientation, the wind is side-shore to side-on, allowing for smooth navigation across the entire body of water.

Winds from the North and Northeast sectors are much more gusty and irregular, creating significant chop that makes navigation more technical and less enjoyable. Winds from the South sector disrupt navigation as they are blocked by the line of houses separating the pond from the sea, making conditions uncomfortable.

The take-off area, located just in front of the parking lot, is extremely limited and strewn with small stones and shells. It is strongly advised to take off with your feet in the water and to move away quickly from the shore as the road is not far. Moving up towards the top of the pond, a nice flat area allows for a more serene take-off. Once on the water, the shallow body of water allows for the exploitation of all wind orientations, with a nice flat space sheltered from the wind by moving away from the shore to reach the opposite bank, particularly suitable for speed and freestyle.

The spot is often very crowded, especially in the evening after work and during the summer. The margin for error at take-off is almost zero, and it is important to stay away from the take-off area to facilitate the launch of other practitioners.