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Winter Rowing Safety: The Four-Oar and 90-Degree Rules

November 17, 2021

Know when to - and when not to - row using the 'Four Oar Rule' and the '90 Degree Rule' more

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Nine Things to Know How to Do Before You Race Your Single

October 5, 2020

As rowers forced into small boats look to race the single for the first time, there are a few things to practice before you get to the starting line more

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Rigging 101 for Masters

September 19, 2020

Masters rowers fundamentally are no different from any other age group; however, as strength and flexibility change as you age it is helpful to re-assess rigging and boat set up regularly more

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How To Do A Simple Rigger Height Check

March 29, 2020

The height setting is probably the most important setting to match to the individual athlete; here is a simple way to check and change while on the water from Mike Davenport, part of a series to help coaches come back to their game strong once rowing resumes more

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Rowing 101: Ask the Ergmaker - Heel Heights and Settings on the Erg

March 5, 2020

The erg does not replicate all the nuances of rigging and boat fit, but it simulates the motions of rowing closely enough to make sure to optimize the various adjustment available on most ergs. C2 offers some guidelines on setting heel heights on the erg more

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How to Get Started in Rowing

October 12, 2018

Getting into rowing can be easy. But it is a whole lot easier if you know where to look and how to get started. Here a quick guide for that moment when you think, "I'd like to start rowing." more