Game changer

At the 2018 Head of the Hooch in Chattanooga, TN, one of the premier regattas in the world; RANDALLfoils allowed me to medal in my women's 1x. On my way to the start line, a male single sculler asked me how I liked my Randall Foils, my response, love them, I never pull deep. Also, I sat for a while, blades squared, hands off oars to prepare myself for racing, I kind of think it freaked out my competitors, especially in those conditions. . Lastly, I used to hate racing starts, and yes, I had my doubts when first rowing with the foils, now, I don't even think about the start anymore. I think they are a game changer. Thank you, Ian, for developing such a great tool that makes my competition sweat. " Karen Symonds, Clearwater KS, USA

Rhode Island Rowing

Many thanks to Michael Hamilton of Rhode Island, USA, for sharing his thoughts and experiences rowing with RANDALLfoils.

"I totally see the benefits of a device to enhance performance, however, I think there is a huge market in the learn to row category of scullers.  This is why I am going to mount the foils up for sculling members to try.  Forgive me for highlighting what may be totally obvious, but I think foils make sculling oars so much easier to handle in general and would be a huge advantage to those first-time and intermediate rowers learning the sport of sculling.  Not only do the oars track extremely well during the stoke, but the blade depth in maneuvering the shells is also vastly improved.  Having a non-feathered blade unexpectedly dive or sink is virtually eliminated with the foils, allowing blades to naturally rest near the surface.  I find the foils greatly dampen any unwanted hand lifting that can upset the balance or stability of the boat.  Again, a huge advantage to youngsters or masters working to develop their stroke.  The benefit of learning proper blade depth in the early stages of learning to row is an immeasurable benefit.  As you have stated, the foils allow the body to feel and develop proper muscle memory needed to perfect the catch, drive and finish portion of the stroke.  At NBC we are all about expanding the sport of rowing.  I think your invention could help fast-track the learning curve in this sport. "

Pitching with Bow Mounted Riggers

Testing has shown that bow mounted riggers flex during the drive phase affecting the pitch of your blade. The degree of flex is dependent on your strength but indications show that it may be greater then 2-degrees of deflection.

RANDALLfoil optimal pitching is 3-degree or less and testing has shown VIII can be pitched at 1-degree.

However, if you are rowing with bow rigging please account for extra deflection and trial full pressure to ensure your pitch is giving you the non-slip 'lock on' feel RANDALLfoils deliver. Adjust accordingly.

Personal Best

Congratulations to Mario Laing for breaking his personal best time in the 1000m at the recent VIC State Championships, Australia

- this what we all strive for at every level of our sport - 

"I have found the RANDALLfoils made it much easier to get under 4 mins for the 1000 m while winning the heat of the D single at the Vic State Champs. At the end of the race I felt I could race another 1000 metres without a problem...they really help to hang off the handle and stabilise the drive to make the whole stroke more efficient."

Mario Laing
Personal & Social Wellbeing Coach

The season is starting well !

Leon Jones - Lone Wolf RC - Masters F

Congratulations to Leon Jones 

- 3 wins out of 3 races in Masters 2X -

- 3 wins out of 3 races in Masters 1X -

It takes focused hardwork, inspired effort and dedication to elite performance to stay at the top. 

"Where I have really noticed the RANDALLfoils is in my single. I am not missing water, the blades lock on immediately, giving me the confidence that the oars are ready for immediate pressure. I also seem to get a little more "send" at the release."

Leon Jones (stroke)