Intro: Surf Rowing

Surf Rowing = Coastal Rowing? Actually surf rowing differs from coastal rowing. The key difference being surf rowing is flagged off in knee deep rolling surf i.e. the beach, whereas coastal rowing events start off in calmer waters. Another dissimilarity is an experienced helmsman or 'sweep', a vital member of the crew. The helmsman/sweep (similar to flat water coxswain) steers the boat with a large paddle, much like a dragon boat helmsman. The sweep may be seated or standing according to personal preference and surf condition (as you will see in the video), where else in coastal rowing the cox is seated at all times like in ordinary flat water rowing (the kind we do). So when is URC taking to the high seas? The video after the jump was put together by UK Surf Rowers League (UKSRL). Hit "Read more" to catch the video.

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Learn To Row Right

I stumbled upon a PDF document on common mistakes by rowers. I've found at least 3 of my own mistakes here. Here's an excerpt:

IMPROPER POSTURE
Many oarsmen row with improper posture in the boat. Most
commonly, the error comes in rounding the back, which
causes the shoulders to rise, the chest to sag, and the lower
back to slump.

Click on the PDF icon after the jump. Hope it helps!

Common Mistakes in Rowers' Techiques and Remedies Therefore
Bill Mahoney

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