TRADITIONAL OARS

hese oars are built out of Sitka Spruce, the most favored wood for oar construction,which provides light weight and strength. The right pair of oars is governed by a few factors. A boat for boat used for short trips in crowded waters where maneuverability is important requires easily handled non overlapping short oars. Novice rowers will find getting their moves down a lot easier with shorter non-overlapped oars.An oar acts as a lever pivoting aroundthe oarlock. The longer the length inside the boat the longer the lever hence more power with less effort. Maximized power necessitates overlapped oars. Long distance rowing, carrying large heavy loads, and, to a degree, enjoying the stroke action once it’s learned will favor longer overlapped oars. Call or E-mail and we can recommend the appropriate sizes for your specific needs.

Traditional Spoon Blade (Top pair)

Length 7'- 7'6"and 8' - Our most popular oar. Spoon bladesgive a little more “bite” on the water producing more drive. The blade is laminated. The finish is marine boat varnish.

Qualicum straight blade (lower pair)

Length 7'-7'6" and 8' A utilitarian oar suited for rough usage.The blade edges are blunt and not easily damaged. Marine varnish finish.

Hand sewn leather collars

Pressure cast bronze Oarlocks

Length 9'6" Weight 11 lbs.

Plastic Collars

OPEN WATER SCULLS

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hese custom open water sculls are well suited forany of the slideseat models. The narrower spoon blade is great for rougher conditions and are tougher than racing sculls. Built of spruce and ash laminate they are light and strong and impart a live feel to the stroke.This “liveness” is actually the feedback to the rowerfrom the pressure of the stroke with a feeling of a crisp springback. The buttons are fully adjustable. Grips are soft rubber. Marine varnish finish.

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