The exhilarating sport of coastal rowing has taken the rowing world by storm, captivating enthusiasts and athletes alike with its blend of strength, strategy, and teamwork. This form of rowing challenges athletes with rough waters, unpredictable currents, and changing weather conditions, making it a true test of skill, adaptability, and endurance. Continue Reading ›
For those who know little about the world of coastal rowing, it is a sport rowed on oceans and coastal waters where surf and tides test athlete speed in varying conditions. Athletes endure waves, boat collisions and capsizes, so it's important to have total confidence in the equipment when rowing in such adverse conditions. The new Concept2 Skinny Coastal shaft is engineered to meet the demanding needs of coastal rowers. Continue Reading ›
National Learn to Row Day kicks off this year on Saturday, June 3, with the theme of "Opening the Boathouse Doors." Rowing clubs across the United States are encouraged to welcome and celebrate newcomers to our sport via this annual tradition of Learn to Row Day. Best of all it's FREE! Continue Reading ›
For those eagerly waiting to get back on the water to row, spring is a great time to give your oars some TLC. Read on for tips and tricks for your sticks! Continue Reading ›
Concept2 provided oar service and support at this year’s World Rowing Championships in Racice, Czech Republic, which saw over 900 competitors from 65 countries compete at elite rowing’s annual highest-profile competition. Our latest blade design, the Comp, had a strong showing on the medals stand. Continue Reading ›
Concept2 is the Official Oar and Erg Supplier of the 56th Head Of The Charles® Regatta, October 21-23, 2022, in Boston, Massachusetts. Our team will be along the Charles River once again to welcome competitors, coaches and spectators. Continue Reading ›
In rowing, the boat moves fastest when everyone pulls together: The blades enter into the water in unison propelling the boat towards the finish line. The boat responds best when athletes all “pull their weight” both figuratively and literally.
Since 2020, Concept2 has supported over 25 new and growing clubs that are pulling together to make a difference in their local communities. These teams, clubs and programs are encouraging new and diverse athletes by increasing opportunities in rowing. “Pulling Together” funding provides equipment to improve accessibility. Continue Reading ›
The on water rowing community is excited that rowing is featured in the new movie, Heart of Champions, arriving in theaters on October 29 (available on demand starting November 19). The trailer is available now.
The movie, set in 1999, features authentically-reproduced Concept2 rowing equipment. The producers took extra care to accurately reflect rowing for this sports drama, in which actor Michael Shannon stars as an army veteran-turned Ivy League rowing coach. His character is an alum who rowed for the same university. Continue Reading ›
It’s exciting to see on-water racing return for the 2021 Head Of The Charles® Regatta after the cancellation of so many regattas in light of COVID-19. The Concept2 Regatta Service Trailer will again be on-site to assist competitors with their oar needs. However, things will look a little different than in normal years and our focus for 2021 is oar repairs and rentals. Continue Reading ›
The Paralympic Regatta concluded with exciting racing on the Sea Forest Waterway. Our team was on site to help with competitors’ needs.
The Regatta included four boat classes in three athlete classifications: PR1 Men’s Single Sculls, PR1 Women’s Single Sculls, PR2 Mixed Double Sculls and PR3 Mixed Four with Coxswain. Racing in Tokyo will be remembered historically as the first Paralympics where athletes competed over 2000 meters. (The previous distance was 1000 meters.) Continue Reading ›
