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5. HANDLING
5.1 STRETCHERS
The stretchers should be adjusted to the size of the oarsman so that
the oarsman sits comfortably on the thwart with their feet against the
stretcher and their legs straight or slightly bent.
5.2 HANDLING IN ACCORDANCE WITH WATER CONDITIONS
Always adjust the speed and direction of the boat to the sea
conditions. In particular, breaking waves are particularly dangerous and
should be avoided.
5.3 HANDLING UNDER OARS
The key to efficient and enjoyable rowing is good timing. The crew
should work together in perfect time, with oars entering and leaving
the water exactly together. The crew take their timing from the stroke,
who should row with as steady a rhythm as possible.
5.4 HOLDING WATER
When holding water to slow or stop the boat, the crew should not
immediately put their oars in the water with the blades squared, which
can be hazardous when the boat is moving fast. First inset the oars in
the water with blades
feathered and gradually square them as the
boat slows.
5.5 TOWING
When being towed, the tow line should be secured to the bow cleat.
To prevent the risk of chafe damage to the hull, secure the tow by a
two legged bridle led through both bow fairleads to the bow cleat.
Take care that the bridle or tow rope does not chafe on the plastic of
the hull.
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