One of the best adaptive rowing sites we have come across hails from across the Channel in the Netherlands and the website of STARDO. They include a range of pieces, but one of the features we enjoyed the most (thanks … Read More »
Arm-impaired rowers are going to have to sweep in some fashion…either in a supported “Scull Pair” (rowing with a single scull blade in one hand), or in a conventional sweep. But for the latter, one really needs a way to … Read More »
When we talk about “adaptive” rowing, most of the time we are referring to equipment adaptivations, but equally important are technique adaptations. And with the huge popularity of the “Supported” format, adaptations by the support rower are just as critical … Read More »
The minimum bar for accessibility is quite low, but the maximum bar is limitless. Rowing clubs often get overly apprehensive about not having accessible enough facilities to support adaptive rowing, but most disabled athletes deal with inaccessibility every day of … Read More »
Attaching rigger pontoons is the conventional approach to adding some stability to a single scull for an adaptive rower who (a) might have balance issues, or (b) might be more vulnerable (eg. fixed seat). But Wraptor has a product called … Read More »
Rowing is physically one of the most inclusive sports there is. This is because it is a whole-body sport. As a result, if some part of the body (nearly any part) is impaired, you can still use the rest of … Read More »
And they’re back! Well, on the way at least. With the last July guidelines from the UK government, the latest guidance from British Rowing, and the several weeks of experience of single sculling under COVID19 protocols at Marlow Rowing Club, … Read More »
Another person on the leading edge of equipment adaptation is Andy Crumpholt. I met Andy when Marlow visited Boston for the 2018 Head of the Charles Regatta. CRI was helping all the adaptive entries with practice sessions and logistical support … Read More »
And now for something completely different. You think I’m kidding? Brace yourselves. For a wilder rowing ride. Sometimes adaptations are as simple as a scrap of well placed foam. And sometimes they are an academically designed innovation that transforms not … Read More »
A guest post today from Guildford RC Adaptive Coach and Coordinator Robert Hall with an intro to adaptive coastal rowing. Many of you who read Rowing and Regatta magazine will you seen the advertisements for the Coastal Rowing Centre which … Read More »