Even if you don’t use Concept2 oars, oarlocks, or indoor rowers you should to go to their web site. The reason why is because there is a wealth of information there. Yes, yes, yes…much of it is about their products. As you would expect. Yet, if you hover on their main menu bar, you’ll notice drop down menus. […]
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My 2017 “Best Of” Rigging Tips
If you haven’t had the chance to read (and use) the rowing equipment and rigging tips I’ve been writing about in 2017, no worries. It’s been a crazy crazy year. Below are 11 of the tips that resonated the loudest with people, and I thought they were worth sharing with you. Give one, or all, a try: […]
Your Rowing Machine And The Super Power Of Preventative Maintenance
A rowing machine is a critical piece of rowing equipment. But I bet yours gets a very minimal amount of love. If any love at all. Which is a shame because you count on that machine. And one day, it might not be there for you. And it could be all your fault. Over the […]
3 Simple Tricks for Your Concept2 Indoor Rower
Most rowers would rather be rowing on the water than sitting on an indoor rower. Yeah, I get it. But if you find yourself on an indoor rower, especially that stalwart of equipment the Concept2 Indoor Rower, there are tricks-of-the-trade you can use. Simple tricks. I’m going to share 3 of my favorite with you. […]
You Know You Suffer From “Obsessive Compulsive Rigging Disorder” When…
Yeah. That’s a made up name. There’s no such thing as Obsessive Compulsive Rigging Disorder. I mean, it’s not in any manual. And of all the things in the world to obsessive over, or be compulsive about, rigging wouldn’t be one of them. Would it? Nah. Wrong! Rigging and rowing equipment are EXACTLY the things […]
7 Signs Your Rowing Shell Is Not Healthy
A rowing shell can’t talk (yet). But it can send you messages. Often those messages are signs your boat is not feeling well. With that in mind, here are 7 signs you should watch for, because each could indicate something unhealthy is going on with your boat: Sign #1) Bumps or wear in seat track […]
Rigging For Lousy Weather At The Head Of The Charles (or any head race)
“…pay attention to the weather, [at the Charles] that’s key. We’ve had all sorts of conditions here. One year it snowed. People can get hypothermia here very quickly.” – HOCR Emergency Services Co-Chair Jonathan Ellis This year is going to be your best Head of The Charles—ever! Your training was super. The team arrived safely. […]
What Gives With Rowing Shells?
A new rower wandered around the boathouse, looking at the rowing shells He looked half stunned and he came over and asked, “What gives with these boats?” He didn’t want to know about oars. Or slings. Or anything else. He just wanted to know about the rowing shells. They overwhelmed him. I get it. For a […]
How To Unlock The Secrets Of Your Rowing Shell
Your rowing shell is keeping secrets from you. Important secrets…things you need to know. And there’s a simple way to learn those secrets. Your Rowing Shell’s Hull Identification Number Your shell has a hull identification number (HIN). Its also frequently called the “boat serial number.” The HIN is a 12 character that identifies your specific […]
11 Foundation Rigging Techniques for Rowing Equipment
As long as there has been rowing equipment, there’s been the need for someone to adjust, test, repair, and clean it. Those actions are what we lovingly call “rigging.” Over time, certain rigging techniques have proven themselves invaluable. These techniques are the foundation of rigging, and they make the job easier, simplier, and more effective. Following […]
