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Daniel J Boyne (Director of Recreational Rowing at Harvard University)

Essential Sculling

An Introduction To Basic Strokes, Equipment, Boat Handling, Technique, And Power, (2nd Ed)

Daniel J Boyne (Director of Recreational Rowing at Harvard University)

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English

The Lyons Press
15 May 2020

Water sports & recreations; Boating; Sailing

Essential Sculling is an authoritative, concise, and thoroughly readable handbook that focuses on helping anyone become an accomplished sculler.

Here, Daniel J. Boyne offers the finest instruction – for men and women alike – on the art and skill of rowing, including: identifying and buying a well made boat; beginner and advanced technique; boat-handling skills; drills for blending technique and power; training for competition; the mechanics of rigging; the value of camps and coaches; and much more.

With clear descriptions and illustrations throughout, Boyne teaches a healthy respect for both the tradition of sculling and the precise beauty of its execution.

By: Daniel J Boyne (Director of Recreational Rowing at Harvard University)
Imprint: The Lyons Press
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2nd Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 17g
ISBN: 9781493043569
ISBN 10: 1493043560
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 15 May 2020
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Daniel J. Boyne is director of recreational rowing at Harvard University. An avid freelance writer, his work has appeared in American Rowing, Boston Book Review, Harvard Magazine, and Wooden Boat. He is also the author of The Red Rose Crew: A True Story of Women, Winning, and the Water, Kelly: A Father, A Son, an American Quest, and The Seven Seat: A True Story of Rowing, Redemption, and Revenge, all published by Lyons Press.

Reviews for Essential Sculling: An Introduction To Basic Strokes, Equipment, Boat Handling, Technique, And Power, (2nd Ed)

* The Red Rose Crew earned a starred Kirkus Review and became a Boston Globe bestseller in 2001. * In 2008, Dan was awarded first prize in the category of biography in the Premier Book Awards for Kelly. An excellent introduction to the many fascinating aspects of this challenging and stimulating activity. Boyne introduces the reader to all of the important fundamentals of sculling as well as many unique and interesting aspects not usually found in a book for newcomers to the sport. --Harry Parker, former Head Coach, Harvard Varsity Heavyweight Crew To scull across a smooth body of water; to take a clean, powerful stroke; to feel your boat running straight and true...Boyne's book provides a welcome source of knowledge and inspiration for those seeking the essence of sculling. --Brad Alan Lewis, Olympic Gold Medal-winner and author of Assault on Lake Casitas