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[old] seat5
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You know what, I think I do feather it on the erg! I never gave that any thought at all, it's just what came naturally. Which is really silly considering I don't row on water and haven't been in a real boat since 1980 or something.<br><br>I'll have to pay attention and try to just pull without turning the handle. Duh.<br><br>Carla
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[old] John Rupp
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You might try rubbing a few drops of olive or similar oil into your hands. Then do the same with water, diluting the oil, dry your hands, and row. This leaves a light layer of oil on your skin and helps to prevent blisters.<br><br>Cotton, terry cloth etc, holds water and would cause the skin to peel right off your hands. Almost anything would be better than cotton.<br><br>Nylon is friction free, non absorbant, and excellent. I used to have the wood handle wrapped with nylon socks, which gave me an excellent grip and no blisters.<br><br>Now I use head control tennis wrap tape. This works similar to the nylon but is more uniform. I tried another brand that caused blisters.<br><br>It's hard to beat socks. <br><br>Since you probably don't want to wrap the handle, using oil and avoiding cotton would probably work best.
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Could I ask for advice about a related topic? I have been rowing since last September on a Model C (old-style handle). Recently I have had sore hands -- at night I occasionally notice a burning feeling at the base of my left thumb, especially, but the same area on the right hand is sensitive, too. Arthritis, I bet. I wondered if the handle of my rower might be contributing. Does anyone believe I would be more comfortable with the new handle?<br><br>Every day I either row (30 mins.) or bicycle (75 mi. yesterday), so I'm giving my hands a good work out. Also, I'm now 60 yrs. old. Maybe I just have to expect this. But I'd be glad to spend $15.00 if more experienced people think it would help.<br><br>Thanks,<br>Dennis