Question 9: Why are Carbonfibre prices increasing dramatically?
Answer: Increase in oil prices, consolidation of products and high levels of industry activity!

For the past twelve months there have been rumours that Carbonfibre prices would increase dramatically and that there would soon be a shortage in the availability of carbonfibre materials used in the rowing racing boat industry. Australian boat builders (including ourselves) now face a situation whereby traditional forms of carbonfibre materials are not immediately available. This means either severe delays in availability or a change to a different weave (or form) of material. Either way, this will result in significant increases in prices. It appears that the increased oil prices (and the fact that carbonfibre is a derivative of crude oil together with huge demands from other industries - notably the development of the A380 airbus) has resulted in something of a crisis that will no doubt be felt throughout all of the rowing boat industry both nationally and on the international markets.

Major carbonfibre manufacturers would like to consolidate their products to reduce their costs and therefore their previous complete range of products will not all be available anymore. The choice of carbonfibre materials offered to rowing boat manufacturers is to be more limited and more expensive. Therefore the only way is up!!!

Ted Hale Rowing Pty Ltd have been preparing for this moment and consider ourselves in an advantageous situation. Ted Hale has also been investigating other possibilities of high quality carbonfibre materials from other markets and in particular China. China has been sourcing their carbonfibre (also from external markets) and as most people are aware, they have been very keen purchasers of both primary and secondary products now for more than ten years. With the Olympics to take place in Beijing in 2008 one can be sure that China have set themselves up to be a very stable force in the international market when it comes to organising and sourcing supplies. Ted Hale Rowing will expect that prices for the majority of rowing equipment world-wide will increase significantly.

As always, out of NECESSITY comes change!
We have already introduced a number of changes in design and function of our boats (new designs, new rigger systems, etc.) so with the changes in materials, availability and cost, there comes the opportunity to investigate new avenues of development. This is simply an extension of 'thinking outside the square'.

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Question 8: Why is the Bow Mounted Wing Rigging System able to increase boat speed to superior competitive levels?

Answer: Minimum deflection of the pin in the "C" Bracket, more direct conversion of energy into the direction that the boat is running ... and not to mention ... that it is safer, it looks right aesthetically and the Bow Mounted Wing Rigging System obeys basic engineering principles.

The MarkII Compression Rigging System has led to the development of the Bow Mounted Wing Rigging System. The technological advances of the Bow Mounted Wing Rigging System has been recognized through the significant support at State, National and International levels. If we examine the progression of the various rigging systems that Ted Hale has been working on over the years, you will notice obvious progressions.

1. TR - Training Rigger: Two separate riggers attaching to the sides of the boat and situated between the main square off shoulder and the Aft shoulder. Riggers made from aluminium and powdercoated black. A simple rigging system that is easy to attach and allows the rower/sculler to climb in and out of the boat with ease. Usually recommended for beginner/novice rowers (i.e. stage one rower). See photograph on right (TR - Training Rigger) of a training rigger on a Ted Hale "C" Single.

2. MK1 (Mark One) 3 Point Rigger: Basically the same as training riggers, however with backstays leading from the top of the pin position to a shoulder at the bow end of the rail deck. Riggers made from aluminium and powdercoated black. The 3 Point Rigging system makes it more difficult for the rower/sculler to climb in an out of the boat however it adds vital support to the rigger. Usually recommended for rowers with a little more experience in training and racing (i.e. stage two rower). See photograph on right (MKI - Mark One 3 Point Rigger) of a MKI rigger on a Ted Hale "A" Single.

3. AW - Aft (Stern) Wing Rigger: Rigger mounted above the footstretcher. Large difference is that this rigger is a one piece rigger and is fastened across the top of the boat on specially designed deck ledges. Riggers made from Aluminium/Magnesium Alloy Aircraft Frame and powdercoated Grey. A simple rigging system that is easy to attach and allows the rower/sculler to climb in and out of the boat with ease. Usually recommended for rowers with a little more experience in training and racing (i.e. stage two rower). For racing purposes this rigger should have back stays attached, especially for heavier rowers/scullers that are moving up the ranks. See photograph on right (AW - Aft Stern Wing Rigger) of an Aft Wing Rigger on a Ted Hale "A" Single.

THE NEXT THREE RIGGERS HAVE BROUGHT ABOUT MAJOR TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENTs WHICH DIRECTLY RELATE TO INCREASED BOAT SPEED. THIS NEW TECHNOLOGY CAN NOW BE SEEN THROUGHOUT EUROPE, ASIA AND AMERICA.

The advantage from the development of these three riggers is that the pressure applied at the catch is directly in line with the main arm of the rigger - and is directed to the centre of the pin supported by the "C" bracket. Thus there is no deflection of the pin, which allows greater conversion of energy into the forward motion of the boat. Similar riggers mounted from the bow end of the boat are now appearing at various international regattas thus supporting the claim that this is a trend of the future.

Riggers mounted from the bow are an improvement on previous aft mounted riggers (i.e. TR, MKI and AFT) in that in the old rigging style the tendency is for the pin to deflect and thus to force the rigger slightly down at the catch thereby decreasing blade pitch, hence the maximum potential boat speed is reduced. Bow Mounted rigging systems are significantly more efficient in increasing boat speed for a given output. For more information please view recent U23 World Championship (Silver medallists Tara Kelly and Anna McRae - double scull) , World Cup (Gold medallist Ondrej Synek - single scull) and numerous photos where this format of rigger is strongly represented in evidence (i.e. Australian Rowing Magazine - cover page and 9 other photos throughout)


4. MKII (Mark Two) Rigger: Most noticeable difference to previous riggers is that the riggers are situated at the bow end of the rail deck. Two separate riggers situated between the main square off shoulder and the bow shoulder that attach to the main square off shoulder and to the bow shoulder. Riggers made from Aluminium/Magnesium Alloy Aircraft Frame and powdercoated Grey. A simple rigging system that is easy to attach. Usually recommended for experienced rowers in training and racing (i.e. stage three rower - elite rower). See photograph on right (MKII - Mark Two Rigger) of a MKII rigger on a Ted Hale "A" Single Scull.


5. BW - Bow Mounted Wing Rigger: This rigger is a one piece rigger and is fastened to the boat across the top of the boat at the bow end of the rail deck. Riggers made from Aluminium/Magnesium Alloy Aircraft Frame and powdercoated Grey. A simple rigging system that is easy to attach, and allows the rower/sculler to climb in and out of the boat with ease. Usually recommended for experienced rowers in training and racing (i.e. stage three rower - elite rower). This rigging system has taken the MKII rigging system to the next step. As this rigger is a one piece rigger it does not place any additional stresses (or negative energy) into the shoulders of the boat. All of the energy is being directed into the direction that the boat is headed as the pressure applied at the catch is directly in line with the forward motion of the boat and allows more conversion of direct energy into boat propulsion. This rigging system gives the rower the potential to increase the boat speed without changing any other factors. We believe that this design will set the trend for the future. See photograph on right (BW - Bow Mounted Wing Rigger) of a BW rigger on a Ted Hale "A" Double Scull.

6. BOW - Carbonfibre BOW Mounted Wing Rigger: This rigger is a one piece rigger and is fastened to the boat across the top of the boat at the bow end of the rail deck. A simple rigging system that is easy to attach, and allows the rower/sculler to climb in and out of the boat with ease. Usually recommended for experienced rowers in training and racing (i.e. stage three rower - elite rower). This rigging system has taken the BW rigging system to the next step. Most noticeable difference is the reduced weight of the rigger and the added strength and rigidity of the rigger. Rigger main structure made from pressure moulded Carbonfibre and injection moulded rigger attachments - black carbon with a semi-gloss finish. This rigging system is stronger, lighter and more responsive. As technological advances in materials and techniques continue, so do the possibilities of building stronger boats at the same minimum FISA weight. Ted Hale Rowing will continue to promote the technological advancements of our products and strive to provide a better service to you the customer. See photograph on right (BOW - Carbonfibre Bow Mounted Wing Rigger) of a BOW rigger on a Ted Hale "A" Double Scull.

TED HALE IS SETTING THE TREND, AHEAD OF ALL OTHER AUSTRALIAN BOAT BUILDERS, IN HIS ADVANCEMENT OF THE NEW CARBONFIBRE BOW MOUNTED WING RIGGER.

Ted Hale Rowing Pty Ltd has advanced the Carbonfibre Bow Mounted Wing Rigger to the highest standards. There are only a hand full of boat builders who have had reasonable success in producing rigid carbonfibre riggers. This particular rigging system, rigging material and carbonfibre moulding process are second to none. When it comes to increased boat speed, you can not go past a Ted Hale Racing Boat rigged with Carbonfibre BOW Mounted Wing Riggers. The Carbonfibre BOW Mounted Wing Rigger will only appear on our Winning Edge Series. We have released the first boats in this new range of boats and have named them the Ted Hale Rowing Winning Edge Series 'ELITE F1'. Orders can be placed for our carbonfibre BOW Mounted Wing Riggers for some of our previous double sculls and quad sculls (please contact us to find out which of our previous boats will retrofit these riggers).

If you have not already done so, and you would like to receive the next bulletin, send us an email with your name and the name of your club to:
ted@tedhalerowing.com.au

To find out about people who race Ted Hale Rowing Boats go to the following link:
People who race 'Ted Hale Rowing' Boats

For successes already achieved in Ted Hale Rowing Racing Boats please go to the following link:
Successes in 'TED HALE ROWING' Boats




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TR - Training Rigger

MKI - Mark One (3 Point Rigger)

BOW - Carbonfibre Bow Mounted Wing Rigger

Question 7: Where are the Winning Edge Series 'ELITE F1' Carbonfibre Bow Mounted Wing Boats?
Answer: Released in September 2005 ... First shipment almost sold out ... act now!!

Ted Hale Rowing Pty Ltd is very excited to have released the newest addition to their rigging systems. September has seen the first of these riggers to hit the rowing scene. These riggers will only appear on our Winning Edge Series 'ELITE F1' Racing Boats, whereby minimum weight requirements will be addressed. This unique rigging system is a first in Australia and is exclusive to Ted Hale Rowing Pty Ltd. The Carbonfibre Bow Mounted Wing Rigger will only be available to Winning Edge Series 'ELITE F1' Ted Hale Racing Boats.

Our first shipment of the Carbonfibre Bow Mounted Wing Rigging System has almost been sold out. The Carbonfibre Bow Mounted Wing Rigger will appear on all of our 5 Single Scull Winning Edge Series 'ELITE F1' racing boat moulds (i.e. Micro, Lwt, Mwt, Hwt and Macro). It will also appear on our Winning Edge Series 'ELITE F1' Racing Double Scull and on our Winning Edge Series 'ELITE F1' Quad Scull (Coxed and Coxless). If you would like to enquire about securing this amazing technology please contact us immediately. We will do our best to accommodate your orders and we will also have more boats available for release in December. Single Sculls priced @ $8,965.00 including GST (not including transport). Double Sculls priced @ $13,365.00 including GST (not including transport), Quad Sculls Coxless priced @ $21,274.00 including GST (not including transport) and Quad Sculls Coxed priced @ $22,088.00 including GST (not including transport). More information to come about these boats.

For successes already achieved in our Winning Edge Series 'ELITE F1' please go to the following link:
Successes in 'TED HALE ROWING' Boats

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Question 6: What are the benefits of the COMBO Coxed and Coxless Quad Scull/Four?
Answer: A wise long term investment and a space saver on trailers

The new Ted Hale COMBO is a Quad Scull/Four that can be easily adapted as either a coxed boat (i.e. for a schools coxed Quad Scull) or as a coxless boat (i.e. for a Senior A club or Veterans coxless Four). The change over is so simple that it can be carried out at a regatta within twenty minutes (one person) and with minimal effort involved.

The COMBO is for top level school and club racing. The Hull mould is based on Ted's current Elite Quad Scull/Four and is made from three layers (i.e. Carbonfibre/ Honeycomb/Carbonfibre). The inner Deck mould is also made from three layers (i.e. Carbonfibre/PVC Foam/Carbonfibre). The inner Deck mould has undergone major changes in order to make the boat adaptable. Ted spent years on getting the trim exactly right , and this is a feat in itself. Most boat builders who have tried to build this type of boat will also agree that the concept is fantastic and can save massive amounts of money for smaller (and larger) clubs, however the trim needs to be exactly right so that the boat runs to its maximum potential … the key to the success in this type of endeavour is to ensure that the adaptable boat is precisely suited to both coxed racing and coxless racing.

The introductory COMBO coxed and coxless Quad Scull/Four has positioned the coxswain in the bow end of the boat. There has been (and continues to be today) a lot of debate as to whether a coxswain should be at the bow end or the stern end of an elite racing boat (especially with regard to boat speed). Ted Hale Rowing will leave that argument for you to decide and offers both a COMBO bow coxed and coxless Quad Scull/Four and also a COMBO stern coxed and coxless racing Quad Scull/Four.

The COMBO is supplied with riggers for both a Quad Scull and for a sweep Four (Aluminium/Magnesium Alloy Aircraft Frame Bow Mounted Wing Riggers - powdercoated Grey). The Footretchers are completely adjustable (i.e. height and feet angles) and are recommended to have shoes fitted (however clogs are also available). The Coxswain support board is simply added (for the coxed version) or removed (for the coxless version) as required. The steering mechanism has been developed so that there is a simple change of shackels to pick up the appropriate rudder line for coxed or coxless rowing. There are three fixtures that require positional change when converting from a coxed to a coxless racing boat: the Footstretchers; the Riggers; and the Slides.

The Footstretcher, the Riggers and the Slides all have two separate mounting positions: one for coxed rowing; and one for coxless rowing.

The Footstretcher: Attaches to the boat with three fasteners. Two top fasteners (left and right) and one between the heels of the shoes. Simply loosen all three nuts and slide out of the sharktooth fixture. Each footstretcher is completely adjustable (i.e. height and angle) and is fitted with Ted Hale Rowing Shoes (FISA approved). When used as a coxless Quad Scull/Four the steering is effected from the stroke seat.

The Riggers: There are two sets of riggers that come with the COMBO racing boat (4 Sculling and 4 Sweep Riggers). All riggers are made from Aluminium/Magnesium Alloy Aircraft Frame powdercoated grey and are Bow Mounted Wing Riggers. There are two sets of holes (for coxed and for coxless rowing).

The Slides: There are two extra long slide wedges at each station. After loosening the underneath fly nuts so that the slides are mobile, simply unscrew both ends of each slide and reposition them (for either coxed or coxless racing).

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Question 5: Why are more and more people changing to a Ted Hale?
Answer: Because once they try the boat, they buy the boat ...!

Ted Hale Rowing Pty LTD is an Australian Owned and Managed Company.
Ted Hale Rowing Pty LTD is able to offer the most competitive prices on new boats in Australia in two major areas:
Value for Money and Advanced Technology

Value for Money
We are able to be so competitive with our prices because all of our manufacturing is now based at our China facility. Our factory in Tweed Heads carries out repairs, refurbishment and service on all boats, oars and riggers.

The Ted Hale Rowing facility is the only western owned Rowing Racing Boat Building Company in China. With a total of twenty employees (world-wide) we have been able to ensure that the boat you buy from Ted Hale today will be built (at the very least) equal to any other boat in the world. Of the twenty highly skilled employees, fifteen valuable staff members have been with the company for more than ten years. Ted Hale Racing Boats Pty LTD and Ted Hale Rowing Pty LTD have experienced their share of tough times over the past twenty years of boat building and Ted Hale will be the first to tell you of some of his ups and downs over the years. However at the same time, Ted Hale Rowing Pty LTD has proven to be an enduring company and have used those experiences in a positive manner. Ted is especially appreciative of the time he spent in the industry building timber boats, whereby it was possible to experiment with numerous shapes and profiles. Through an extensive process of trial and error, testing and experimentation, Ted Hale has been able to develop a hull shape that gives the optimum performance. Ted Hale knows that making a boat comfortable does not necessarily make it fast. A rower can be made comfortable in a fast boat, however a boat is either fast or it is not. Ted has retained all his optimum hull shapes and experimented with the trim position (variations of the 'work position' in boats) with the view of achieving maximum run - hence maximum speed.

Ted Hale Rowing Pty LTD feel that we have reached a turning point in the competitive racing world where we now have a wonderful range of products, that we of course believe are better than our competitors ... we now have boats that you simply must have ...

We are now pursuing excellence in other areas such as service and support for our current and previous customers. We will endeavour to link these areas of service and support to our strengths of performance and design to provide you with the highest quality equipment at the best value your money can buy.

Advanced Technology
Our 'Ted Hale Rowing' hull designs, deck designs, and rigging designs have been developed by Ted Hale himself. Ted has used his experience in racing and coaching in a variety of boats around the world, together with his in depth knowledge of design materials to produce hulls and fittings at the cutting edge of the rowing world. Based on the experiences in each of these rowing boats and some vital research - including some interesting late nights and much deliberation, followed by some necessary action points - and multiple testings of hulls and riggers, Ted Hale has endeavoured to identify the factors that actually increase boat speed. These factors have included: hull design; deck design; various combinations of boat materials and various rigging designs. Ted Hale's first major developments were his original Middle Weight and Light Weight Single Sculls. The huge success from these particular hulls have now led to a total of five single scull boat moulds based on this particular hull design ... and all are unique 'Ted Hale Rowing' shells.

Ted Hale's "A" Type boats are manufactured from carbon fibre and kevlar fabrics with a honeycomb core - throughout both the hull and the deck. The range of hulls now have a centre ridge line running from the cockpit to the ends - based on yacht design - this helps to minimise any twist or contortion in a boat and provides improved longitudinal rigidity enabling the rower to transfer more energy into the direction the boat is headed and ensuring that the hull shape remains true under the pressures of racing.

Ted Hale Rowing Pty LTD are the only boat building company in Australia that continue to put a continuous keel throughout the working cockpit area of all of our boats. All New Ted Hale Single Sculls (and most of our older versions) have a keel that runs through its cockpit area (approximately 1 metre in length) that further helps to minimise any twist or distortion in a boat so that the line of the scull is both more accurate when cutting through the water and converts more energy into the direction that the boat is headed through its extra rigidity in the water. All crew boats have the keel fitted, extending throughout the cockpit area and into the 'canvas' at each end. The keel provides the connection between the bottom of the hull and the rail deck and the wash board - thus minimising the twisting distortion that occurs when pressure is applied unevenly to riggers - or when forces are applied to sweep riggers. Further advantages of retaining the keel are: that it provides a more solid and continuous base for the foot stretcher - which receives enormous stress; and that it provides extra rigidity to the hull when transported. Many other boat builders have removed this part of the boat in their efforts to reduce boat weight. However it is the strong belief of Ted Hale to retain the keel. There should be no compromise - so that when you purchase your boat it will not only have the ability to get you to the finish line ahead of the rest, it will also fulfill your everyday training needs, give you (what we believe to be) a competitive edge, and stand up to vigorous transport requirements so that it will still hold its value when you are ready to sell your boat.

Ted Hale Rowing Pty LTD are about to release a new carbon fibre Bow Mounted Wing Rigger onto the market. The first shipment of boats have been so much sought after that we are already building boats for our next shipment. One reason for the interest in our 'latest and greatest' single scull is the uniqueness of the carbon rigger design. The technology used to create this wing rigger is a first in Australian boat building history and to this very day this technology process has not been available in Australia. We recognise that in the past some of our top racing boats have not been to minimum weight (especially our middle weight to heavy weight boats). Ted Hale will not reduce his hull and deck weight at the expense of the rigidity of his hull and deck, however he will do all that is in his power to reduce the weight of all of his boat fittings. The carbon fibre Bow Mounted Wing Rigger is approximately one kilogram (1 KG) lighter than his previous Aluminium/Magnesium Alloy Aircraft Frame Bow Mounted Wing Rigger. The carbon fibre Bow Mounted Wing Rigger is not only lighter, it is stronger and more rigid than his previous Aluminium/Magnesium Alloy Aircraft Frame Bow Mounted Wing Rigger. And this is only the beginning ... wait until you see what he has install down the track .........

So sit back and enjoy your rowing ... and get there faster in a Ted Hale Rowing Boat ...



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Question 4: What makes one rowing shell faster than another?
Answer: Invariably, it will be the rower on board!

This answer may be simplistic, but if you ask the rower(s) concerned, why they won a particular race, they will surely outline reasons why they were superior to their opposition: and not give that credit to their boat. Many rowers, having left no stone unturned in their quest for superior fitness, tactics and the Psychological advantage over their opposition, then try to eliminate their equipment as a variable, by setting themselves up in identical equipment to their opposition.

This has resulted in the almost complete domination of the World Rowing Shell Market by one manufacturer over the past 20 years; and a similar almost complete domination of the World Oar and Scull Market by one (different) manufacturer over the 15 of the past 20 years.

Similar trends have occurred on the Australian scene, with particular manufacturers, over the past 10 years.
This approach enables those particular manufacturers to issue advertising material which may claim e.g that "five of the six finalists in an event were in their boat"

What may also happen, however, is e.g. that the 6th or last placed competitors were also in their boat!
This begs the question "What advantage was that brand of boat to the competitor placed last?"

The point being made here is that many rowers, in their attempt to eliminate the boat as a variable, in fact reduce their chances of success, by moving away from a boat that in fact may well have been more suitable for them!

Importantly, there recently seems to have been a more discerning approach by athletes, resulting in more manufacturers boats and oars being represented in finals both Nationally and Internationally.



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Question 3: Why does the Mark II Compression Rigging System increase the overall boat speed?

Answer: The load applied at the catch is sent directly down the arm and in the direction the boat is headed!

The first thing that you will notice about the Mark II rigging system is that the rigger is not situated around the area of your feet and legs. The Mark II rigger has basically been flipped over and sits between the front of the slide and the back of the slide. There are some highly technical reasons for moving the rigger into this position, but the main reason is for you, as a competitive rower, to benefit from the increased boat speed that is obtained due to this change. The MarkII Compression Rigging system increases boat speed due to three reasons: the Ted Hale "C" Bracket; the shape and position of the rigger on the boat; and the overall shape of the Ted Hale designed hull.



Ted Hale "C" Bracket
The "C" Bracket holds the pin, which in turn supports the swivel. It is made from powdercoated aluminium alloy. The "C" Bracket reduces flexing, bending, and deflection of the pin. The "C" Bracket by far outperforms the backstay system through its strength and rigidity. It is completely adjustable to cater for each individual's span, pitch and height. The "C" Bracket is fitted to all Mark II Compression Rigging Systems and all Bow Mounted Wing Rigging Systems. The "C" Bracket on the new Carbonfibre BOW Mounted Wing Rigging System is made from Carbon Composites.



The shape and position of the rigger on the boat
The heaviest load on the blade is at the catch position. The immediate force of energy transfers to the pin, the rigger and the boat almost simultaneously. The benefit of positioning the rigger in the compression configuration is that it directs the force of the energy applied throughout the stroke more precisely into the direction that the boat is travelling.



The overall shape of the Ted Hale designed hull
Ted Hale has spent much of his life focussing his thoughts on what makes one hull faster than another - firstly as a competitor, seeking the competitive edge and feeling the difference, then as a coach trying to get the best out of his athletes and their equipment, and finally as a designer of hulls whereby he can put his own accumulated thoughts and experience into practise.

Important factors considered in designing and manufacturing the most competitive hulls are:

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Question 2: How do I keep my boat in top condition?
Answer: There are a number of steps that you can take to ensure that your boat is maintained in its top condition

If you are lucky enough to be a member of a rowing association, rowing club, or school that has a boat repair man, than you would appreciate the fact that equipment that is used regularly needs maintaining.

Ted Hale Rowing recommends the following boat care routine to keep your equipment in its best condition at all times. After all, your equipment needs to run efficiently to get you through your training and to the finish line. Your boat is only as good as its weakest component. Therefore here are some guidelines:

1. Keep your oars clean - apply Vaseline (or equivalent) on oar sleeves before you row and wipe clean after each row
2. Wash your boat with soapy water, followed by clear water after each row and shammy down excess water (obviously in drought regions this is not possible)
3. Clean your slides after each row with a cloth dampened with water
4. Remove your riggers from your boat once a month and clean with soapy water followed by clear water
5. Keep air vents clear and undo rubber bungs to allow the inside of the boat to properly ventilate and to dry between rows (any additional moisture inside your hull will add weight to your boat)
6. DO NOT CARRY YOUR BOAT WITH THE HULL ON YOUR SHOULDER as a lot of damage can occur to the outside hull when carrying it in this manner
7. Store your boat upside down in the shed to allow for drainage
8. Ensure that all nuts and bolts are tight before each row as you do not want a rigger coming loose half way through your training piece (and definitely not in a race)
9. Keep a look out for traffic on the water as people can get injured and boats can get damaged when they collide with something in the water
10. Take care when getting on and off the water so as not to damage your rigging (and a decent knock on a rigger can put your rigging out)
11. Carry your boat with care by placing the shoulders of the boat on your shoulders (and this includes single sculls when one person is carrying the boat)
12. If someone is assisting you to carry your single scull, carry the boat approximately one metre in from either end of the bow and stern of the boat

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Question 1: What is the best way to carry my single scull on my car?
Answer: Using the Ted Hale Rowing Single Scull Boat Cradle

Ted Hale Rowing recommends that only the experienced boat loaders in each rowing association, rowing club or school take responsibility for tying boats onto trailers or cars and that they teach other members the correct methods for tying down boats. If you are fortunate enough to own and transport your own single scull, here are some guidelines:

1. Use a professionally made Boat Cradle for single scull transport (preferably a Ted Hale Single Scull Boat Cradle valued at $440)
2. Always transport your boat upside down
3. Always take your riggers off when transporting your boat (even if it is a short trip)

Ted Hale Rowing Pty LTD Boat Cradle - Valued at $440.00 (including GST)
Aluminium Construction (weight 7kg)
Featuring oar brackets for a set of sculling blades
Measurements: 247cm (length) x 35cm (width) x 33cm (height)


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