A cheeky guide to the best places to see the action, mayhem, and fun from a super fan who has attended the storied regatta 25 times.
Following six years on the East Coast, the IRA returns to the West Coast and Lake Natoma for the fifth time
since 2009. “Lake Natoma is one of the premier rowing venues in the country,” said Laura Kunkemueller, IRA
Commissioner.
He cited the need to adapt to change and vowed to broaden rowing’s reach, enhance its image, and diversify sources of revenue.
For Sean Bamman, rowing was a path out of poverty. Thirty years later, he is helping raise money for a much-needed boathouse on the Arlington side of the Potomac
Murtaugh joins current Olympic champion in the single Karolien Florjin, defending Charles champion Michelle Sechser, and a slew of elite oarswomen in the championship singles event.
Olympians Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss have made record donation to USRowing, which will rename the senior, Para, and Beach Sprint teams the Gemini.com U.S. National Team and the Mercer Lake, N.J. facility the Winklevoss Training Center.
Head races require a different level of physical exertion and fatigue tolerance over a longer period of time. The ideal is to find your flow—a level of exertion that feels fast but easy.
Train for event-specific conditions. Besides endurance work and distance trials, be prepared for the climate in which you’re racing, especially if it’s different from the one at home.
The National Rowing Foundation recognizes three crews and two individuals for their outstanding achievements.
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