Richard's point is fair enough. HOWEVER............... I tried to return the reply privately but as some may have guessed sent it to the group. Apologies for...
As a Thule user for more years than I care to admit I can endorse fellow users remarks...but please also note that these users have spotted the signs of wear...
Chris Kenyon
chris@...
Sep 1, 2005 10:15 am
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All very valid points, My point remains though that several clubs are using these ties. They were not especially cheap, indeed are reasonably comparable to the...
Dear Ken, I would be very grateful if you could put the following message on your website for used boats. ..Many thanks Stephanie. 55-65 kg Janousek Single...
I have attatched the entry form for the sculling series for anyone who wishes to use it. Just tick the races you want to enter - same as usual. Thanks ...
Sarah-Louise Milsom
slou81@...
Sep 3, 2005 9:39 am
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Whilst out this morning, I noticed an experienced sculler on the water wearing headphones. In my opinion, this is an unsafe practice and should be stopped. Ian...
... Unless they were there for a legitimate purposes (e.g. hard of hearing) then I absolutely agree. It is a foolish thing to do. I would report it to the...
A cap with rear view mirrors would be good, Bedford's full of swans and geese. I don't mind about ducks, I know who'll win that collision but I suspect a head ...
M.J.Cannon@...
Sep 4, 2005 6:24 pm
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I will start this one with Jessica Eddie (W8)- formerly a Durham ARC Junior, the two DUBC connections Naolmi Hoogesteger W LW4x, P Rowbotham MLW4x anyone see...
Personally i think that we should concentrate more on the more basic matters of safety, such as athletes being observed by their coaches on the towpath, as i...
... Surely when a sculler cannot hear other craft approaching, obstructions/obstacles (swans/fast streams for example) or a warning shout from anyone trying to...
... Well, earlier this year (as my crew will confirm) my oarblade clobbered a swan and I don't know who got the biggest shock, me or it. If I was sculling,...
I agree with these comments. Unless the sculler was listening to instructions from his or her coach, or the headphones were actually hearing aids, this is...
To scull with headphones on the Wear at Durham when the river is busy with all sorts of craft (including pleasure boats) is clearly unacceptable - no debate...
John Lyons2
john.lyons@...
Sep 5, 2005 9:01 am
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one of why is the guy bothering to row at all? if simply being on the water & sculling well is so boring that he needs distraction, his coach should suggest...
Ralph Metcalfe
kim.metcalfe12@...
Sep 5, 2005 10:43 am
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maybe he doesn't have a coach at times he is wearing his ipod? Maybe music motivates him and makes him go quicker? How many would find something like music as...
I totally agree, i see no reason why i shouldn't wear my mp3 player, i am a sculler with 12 years experience and can't understand why people have a problem, as...
hi all, York St John's College are looking to buy a launch, ideally with a motor. Any info/contact numbers would be greatly received. Thanks alot Andy Watson...
In view of recent 'justifications' to the idea of wearing headphones whilst sculling, all I can suggest is the matter be taken up with the Club Safety...
This evening was a case of Murphy's Law. Not 24 hours ago I admitted on this mail group I was wrong when I said Swans will always get out of the way of a...
I have read the mail regarding the wearing of earphones, and indeed witnessed it. This was only the tip of the iceberg regarding unsafe incidents on the river...
Phillip Tully
Phillip.Tully@...
Sep 5, 2005 10:33 pm
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... it....I clobbered a ... From time to time,some of my days are brightened up enormously. This is one of them; so many thanks to the wag who asked me whether...
"you were lucky" I do triathlon as well as rowing. imagine swimming along when a passing swan decides to land on you; from behind, so you dont see it till its...
Just a reminder to all members of NRC Exec Committee next meeting 14th September 7.00pm at Chester le street R.C. Agenda/Minutes etc to follow shortly. Alan...
Just a reminder to all members of NRC Exec Committee next meeting 14th September 7.00pm at Chester le street R.C. Agenda/Minutes etc to follow shortly. Alan...
Unofficial news is that our Divisional Representive Megan Bell, and Northern Rowing Council Secretary Mark Bell are now the proud parents of a future male...
Official it is ken, Megan gave birth to Daniel on Friday morning at 5.12 weighing in at 6lbs 7oz - a little short of making wieght to cox just yet. He made his...
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