Equipment
Metrics I use to Track & Manage Performance
Key metrics for Masters Rowers. This is what I use to track and manage performance.
Read MoreAll about the right fit with Bont Rowing
Listen to my conversation with Istvan Nemeth, Managing Director of Bont Shoes and Bont Rowing, as we discuss the importance of having the right fit and connection through the feet, from the drive and through the recovery. Istvan will cover some of the key points you need to pay attention to when choosing your shoe…
Read MoreObservations from the Final Olympic Qualifying Regatta and World Cup II – Lucerne, Switzerland
I am very lucky to live only 2 hours drive away from Lucerne and what the locals call ‘God’s Lake’ the Rotsee. So when World Rowing came to town, twice, it was a great opportunity to go and watch what the world’s best row, and share some observations from the two weekends of great racing.…
Read MoreNew Features For 2021 Filippi Boat Range
It’s been a couple of weeks since I placed my order with Filippi for my new F22 single scull, and I’m excited to share with you, an update on some of the latest features that will be included on the new F22 single and the 2021 boat range. The whole process of ordering has been…
Read MoreThings I’m testing & trying out in Rowing this year.
Every year I take a look at a few things to experiment with. All with the aim of improving my personal performance. In this post I’m sharing what I’m experimenting with for rowing, across different aspects, and over the coming months, I will share updates in my newsletter. New Carbon Pack from Filippi I’ll be…
Read MoreOverview of 2021 Filippi Single Sculls
Overview of Filippi single sculls 2021
Read MoreOrdering a new Filippi in 2021
Over the last 12-months, I have tried out different boat brands, (check out the Filippi vs Nelo article) and always come back to Filippi for shear speed, performance, quality of build, and style. Over the course of the last 3-years, I’ve enjoyed success with the F22, and planned to simply continue. Then David Filippi shared…
Read MoreFaster Podcast – Conversation with Istvan Nemeth – Bont Rowing
In this episode I connect with Istvan (Steven) Nemeth of Bont Rowing. Istvan, is a masters rower and cyclist, Director at Bont Cycling & Bont Rowing, workaholic, designer of Bont Cycling and Bont Rowing shoes. Bont Rowing is committed to producing the world’s best rowing shoes. Built around innovation, research and passion for the sport…
Read MoreThings I’m testing out
Precision Hydration: So after a whole heap of time sweating on ergos and bike ergs over the lock down period, I started to do some research on hydration and the impact on both training and racing performance. I came across a company called ‘Precision Hydration’ via a sports science podcast, and I just did their…
Read MoreAvoid a pain in the ass.
I use and recommend this seat-pad for rowing and especially on the ergo. The ProW seat pad developed by Olympic and World Champion rowers, with Citius Remix in Denmark. This seat pad has an innovative shape that relieves bottom/ass pain, helps you to sit tall at the finish of the stroke and assists in the…
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