Best Singles?

[old] Afterburner · Post by **[old] Afterburner** » November 8th, 2004, 1:05 pm

I'm hoping to purchase a 1x for myself sometime next year and was curious what everyone thinks is the best value on the market? I'm looking for a shell for high-octane racing. Heather Johnson F20 158lbs 5'7" 2k 7:32.2 20min 5057 30min 7481

[old] eurofoot13 · Post by **[old] eurofoot13** » November 9th, 2004, 12:16 pm

well, if you are looking to purchase new, the shell that I have heard the most praise of would have to be the VanDusen Advantage, this of course is 8500 US base price. That's kinda expensive. Depending upon your budget, check Row2K.com classifieds - they often have very good deals on used boats. Also, call manufacturers. they often have trade-ins or national team boats that they are looking to get rid of. All that said, just row them. some will feel better to you than others, you eventually settle on one that you like. I personally fell in in love with my friend's mid-1990's VanDusen. It's not an advantage, but it's still fast.

[old] SGould · Post by **[old] SGould** » November 9th, 2004, 5:20 pm

I dont where you are located but in my opinion George Sharrow from florida gives you the most bang for your buck. His boats are usualy about 27lb all carbon fiber. He builds 1 at a time so if you want one for the spring you should order soon.I bought one 2 yrs ago. His # is 772-283-6979. good luck

[old] gorow9 · Post by **[old] gorow9** » November 9th, 2004, 7:47 pm

I know that there's a brand, Peinert. I don't know if they make racing singles or just training racing singles. I do know that they're reasonably priced... cheaper than Resolutes or Van Dusens. You could google Peinert boats and probably find their website Hope that helps ~Sara

[old] jamesg · Post by **[old] jamesg** » November 10th, 2004, 7:54 am

I'm very happy with my Filippi, which cost me about 3000 US 3-4 years ago. All carbon. I'm nowhere near as good as the boat. There's a dealer in Boston. <a href='http://www.filippiboats.it/eng/index.htm' target='_blank'>http://www.filippiboats.it/eng/index.htm</a>

[old] Cran · Post by **[old] Cran** » November 10th, 2004, 12:32 pm

<table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td class='genmed'>QUOTE </td></tr><tr><td class='quote'>I dont where you are located but in my opinion George Sharrow from florida gives you the most bang for your buck. His boats are usualy about 27lb all carbon fiber </td></tr></table> So they are lighter than the FISA minimum weight of 14Kg then?

[old] Cran · Post by **[old] Cran** » November 10th, 2004, 12:47 pm

<table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td class='genmed'>QUOTE </td></tr><tr><td class='quote'>I'm hoping to purchase a 1x for myself sometime next year and was curious what everyone thinks is the best value on the market? </td></tr></table> I would buy a used or ex demo boat to start with in the $1500-3000, keep it for a couple of years and then sell it and get a better one if you are still sculling/racing. There's some threads about 'best' boats on rec.sport.rowing newsgroup I had a Lola xst which was good, and I've now got a Stampfli which is also good, in fact I think it's better but it cost me less than the Lola because it's a bit older. But those are probably not ideal makes to get if you live in the USA. You also need to consider where the boat is made, and how you can get it fixed, and how long you will be without it etc. if you need it fixed, as this is quite important if you are training/racing seriously. Hudson or empacher are suposed to be good.

[old] Cran · Post by **[old] Cran** » November 10th, 2004, 12:50 pm

you could always get a Kaschper Xeno Muller signature scull <a href='http://www.kaschper.com/single/signature/index.php' target='_blank'>http://www.kaschper.com/single/signature/index.php</a>

[old] Afterburner · Post by **[old] Afterburner** » November 10th, 2004, 2:17 pm

I've been racing the 1x for over a year now, love it to death, just tired of using the mediocre club boat, it's kinda squishy and doesn't fit real great. I was talking to some of the coaches down here (FL) and one of them swears that Hudson's are the best thing since sliced bread. Another coach says he's not real fond of the Hudsons, but he really likes his Wintech. The Wintechs caught my eye because they're so much cheaper than everything else(they're only $3975), I tried rowing his boat one day and had a blast. I'm curious if anyone else has had any kind of encounter/experience positive or negative with these. Heather Johnson F20 158lbs 5'7" 2k 7:32.2 20min 5057 30min 7481

[old] Don Seymour · Post by **[old] Don Seymour** » November 10th, 2004, 6:39 pm

Hudsons are very nice boats. We have several in our boathouse including a club double. Unfortunately they just don't seem to hold up as well as some other boats. I know several people who have had to send their singles back for repairs. Fortunately Hudson customer service is excellent. Empacher and Van Dusen IMO are the best. They are bullet proof and will last a long time. They also cost a lot. I searched for awhile and finally found a used Van Dusen Advantage. It's been super. -Don

[old] eurofoot13 · Post by **[old] eurofoot13** » November 10th, 2004, 7:03 pm

WinTech Racing shells are made in China. While not to discriminate, I don't think that the flying eagle boat company is the greatest place you wish to be buying your boats from. Like I said, I would really suggest a used shell.

[old] grandslam · Post by **[old] grandslam** » November 14th, 2004, 4:15 pm

</div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td class='genmed'>QUOTE (Cran @ Nov 10 2004, 09:50 AM)</td></tr><tr><td class='quote'>you could always get a Kaschper Xeno Muller signature scull <a href='http://www.kaschper.com/single/signature/index.php' target='_blank'>http://www.kaschper.com/single/signatur ... QuoteEnd--> </td></tr></table> I was looking at that one myself. Xeno, what do you think? I good beginner shell?

[old] Still Faster · Post by **[old] Still Faster** » November 15th, 2004, 10:38 am

What do you guys think about these? Vision Racing single by Slade Rowing! www.sladerowing.co.za

[old] hwt · Post by **[old] hwt** » November 15th, 2004, 8:25 pm

I'm surprised no one has mentioned Fluidesign: <a href='http://www.rowfluidesign.com/' target='_blank'>http://www.rowfluidesign.com/</a>

[old] Xeno · Post by **[old] Xeno** » November 16th, 2004, 3:12 am

Hi Kaschper Brand has three series. The prices are competitive and I very much enjoy their quality, their run, and how comfortable I sit in the cockpit. XENO

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