Best racing start - according to Biomechanics newsletter

Go to biomechanics.com to read about the why's and wherefore's of the best start sequence.

In short, author Dr. Valery Kleshnev says this:
"The first two catches should be made with the handle position above the toes of the stretcher, so called “half slide”; the 3rd catch – “three quarters slide”, the 4th – about 10cm shorter than the full length, which should be achieved by the 9th stroke."

"The hypothesis needs to be proved in practise by means of analysis of various start techniques.
Also, blade slippage and hydro-lift effect should be considered. We hope to do it in the future."

Thanks to Evan for sending the link.

There's some really interesting information on the Biomechanics website (if you have the time to get your head around it...)
and have a look at these rowing training and style testing devices ...

a demo of rowing an Erg

rowing style

Masters Rowing Camp 15-17 October 2010

We're off to Whakamaru for a rowing weekend. The camp is situated in the centre of a 20km stretch of the Waikato River, providing plenty of space to row and beautiful views as well!

Accommodation is bunk rooms with single bunks, separate bathroom, dining room, laundry and recreational hall.

The cost for the camp facilities, fully catered 5 meals (Sat breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday Breakfast and lunch) is $100 per person based on minimum of 30 people.
There will also be an added truck expense, mileage and diesel.

Masters Rowing Camp

Watch for news on a venue and date for this weekend-long rowing training camp to be held in September 2010.

Masters Weekend Training

On water – Sat and Sunday will continue throughout winter. Sunday is a day when people can choose the combinations they row with, while Saturday is a mixed row. The masters will need to split into two groups to ensure access to boats. One group will start at 7.30am (down at 7.15am) and the other at 9.00am (down at 8.45am). The crews will be organised PRIOR to the sessions.

Everyone please let the monthly co-ordinator know no later than Friday each week which days they will be rowing in the weekend, so crews can be organised.


Coordinator for July: Grant Pedersen

Coordinator for August: Alison McLeod

Off water - please book your off-water sessions on the white board in the meeting room.