NK has electronics problem. NASA called in.

I wanted to get this out to you today.

I think the video speaks for itself.

Enjoy the day!

Putting Names on a Rowing Shell [video]

Throughout history the names on boats have been an important part of who we are. You don’t have to look much past the Titanic, the Exxon Valdez, and the Mayflower for examples.

And the same goes for our sport of rowing . . . the names on shells are important. Sometimes very important.

Just how do you get a name on a boat? Glad you asked.

This video details one method. There are others ways to put names on a shell (painting, tape) but vinyl lettering is one of the easier and longer lasting methods.

The quality of the video isn’t quite up to snuff (had a camera software issue), but hopefully I get a few of the critical steps across.

Let me know what you think, and if this was helpful, in the comments below.

Boathouse Blizzard Central Checking In

Although it has been quiet on the posting side here, it has been anything but quiet outside.

Like most of the mid Atlantic states we’ve been getting pummeled by snow. Our average yearly snow fall is 18 inches, and we are now over 72 inches.

Here’s a great workout suggestion . . . shovel out the boathouse!!

Posting should get back to normal when life gets back to normal. More snow coming soon.

Psst . . . Hey High School Coach, Wanna Get Faster? (You’ll love the price.)

Thought this may interest you if you’re a high school/juniors coach . . .

On January 30th, next year, my College (Washington College) will be hosting LightningTalks 2010. A first of its kind symposium for high school rowing coaches who want to finding greater success with their coaching.

Three things will make this event unique:

First: There will be some great speakers presenting info that all rowing coaches would love to hear (I know I cannot wait to learn from them). Each speaker will have 15 minutes to impart his/her wisdom. Fifteen minutes. Fast and furious.

Second: The cost (I know you were wondering) . . . zippo. Nada. Free. For those coaches who register and get in under the deadline the cost is free. And that includes a great lunch.

Third: There are only 60 spots available. Yup, only 60. And 46 are already gone.

Why are we doing this?

• To give back to the rowing community
• To showcase our great school
• To help coaches be more successful
• To foster networking between coaches and resources in the Mid-Atlantic region.

How do I sign up?

If you think you could be more successful but are stuck, and you can be in Maryland on January 30th, sign up (registration will close when the first 60 spots are taken).

And if you can’t come, let someone else know. Maybe they could share what they learn with you.

Cheers,

Mike

PS: Here is the sign up link once more: http://lightningtalks2010.com/?page_id=15

Please Tell Me What You Think

For the past 15 years I’ve been telling you what I think.

Between the blog, articles, clinics and the book a lot of words have passed from me to you.

And now I could really use it the other way around.

I need to hear from you.

I am considering a few changes here at MaxRigging, driven by both the economy and time pressures. Your opinion and thought(s) could really impact what I end of doing.

If you have a few moments (probably around 4 minutes max), I would really appreciate it if you would take this short survey I designed just for the readers of MaxRigging.com.

It would be enormously appreciated.

And I, in turn, will let you know the results in a week or two.

Here is the link again:

Click Here to take survey

Thanks!!!

It would mean a great deal to read what you have to say.

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