October 20, 2015
Making their first appearance in 13 years, the California women made their fall trip East worthwhile, winning the Women’s Championship 8+ by a margin of over 25 seconds. Making the the feat even more impressive, the Bear’s started the event in last place, bow number 32. In spite of having to thr...
October 17, 2015
The first xVIII out of the mold will make its debut at the 51st Head of the Charles Regatta. The University of Washington Men will be rowing the boat in the Championship 8 event at 2:30pm on Sunday, bow number 3. If you are at the regatta, stop by our tent to be one of the first to see the xVIII in ...
June 1, 2015
As we head into championship season, how is your fleet looking? If the whiteness of your boat leaves something to be desired due to the algae and muck in the water, order some Captain John’s Boat Brite. This stuff seriously works like magic. 30 minutes with the Boat Brite (no elbow grease needed) ...
June 1, 2015
Dear Friends of Pocock Racing Shells, It is with much sadness and a heavy hand that we write with the news of Stan Pocock’s passing. Stan was a gifted engineer, a coach with an unparalleled eye, and a fine leader. It’s not exaggeration to say that the rowing landscape in the U.S. wouldn...
June 1, 2015
Accidents happen – a hot landing into the dock; the log you didn’t see; the novice coxswain who, well is a novice. There aren’t many boats in the boathouse that don’t have at least one scratch or dent in them. We’re often asked for tips for making at-home rowing repairs...
