101. Rowing Frequently Asked Questions An extensive list of frequently asked questions about rowing compiled byrec.sport.rowing. http://www.ruf.rice.edu/~crew/rowingfaq.html

This page has been accessed times since December 8, 1999. Last updated 12/26/2001. Introduction: Why do we do this? The Boats: What kinds of boats are used? What do the symbols mean (eg. W8+)? Sweep Sculls Weight classes Terminology: What do some of the terms mean? Equipment (hatchets, sculls, riggers, etc.) The rowing cycle (catch, drive, feathering, etc.) Other (coxswain, stroke, crab, etc.) Race Formats: What is the usual distance of a race? How long can they take? Standard Start Procedures Head Races Bumps Ergometers: What do rowers prefer? What's a CRASH-B? What's with the different settings? Rowing Books, Magazines and Further Information: How can I subscribe to a rowing magazine? Addresses of Interest: Who can I contact for more information about rowing? (ARA, FISA, SARA, USRA) Rowing Camps: Are there places where I can learn how to row? ... Links to rowing organizations on the web worldwide: Colleges, Clubs, others (from www.Row2K.com). Vendors of Rowing Merchandise and more A List maintained the Bay Area Rowing Club of Houston. Other Interesting Rowing Links 1. Introduction: Why do we do this?

102. USNews.com Olympic Hype And Glory; Ringside (9/25/00) There have always been rarely televised sportsrowing, fencing, water poloin Even the world s most lambasted olympic sport, synchronized swimming, http://www.usnews.com/usnews/issue/archive/000925/20000925012225_brief.php

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