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Vespoli's new shells were well accepted and soon he talked the city of New Haven into selling him land for a modern boat-building plant. The end of the decade was a busy time for Vespoli. In 1986 Vespoli moved production to its current location in New Haven. In 1988, Vespoli initiated the most comprehensive rowing shell research ever.
Alden Rowing manufactures sliding-seat rowing boats. Their original product, the Alden Ocean Shell, was designed in (sources differ) 1970 [ 1 ] or 1971. [ 2 ] Traditional shell designs use high aspect ratio hulls, with long waterline with minimum beam , that emphasize racing performance at the cost of stability.
Hudson Boat Works is a rowing racing shell manufacturer based in London, Ontario. Jack Coughlan and his brother-in-law Hugh Hudson founded the company in 1981. In March 2007, Hudson began production of their "Shark" line of boats.
In watercraft, a racing shell (also referred to as a fine boat (UK) or simply a shell) is an extremely narrow, and often comparatively long, rowing boat specifically designed for racing or exercise. It is equipped with long oars, outriggers to hold the oarlocks away from the boat, and sliding seats.
The George Pocock Rowing Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Seattle, which is dedicated to perpetuating the legacy and ideals of George Pocock. The foundation functions as a community resource, serving to support and advance the sport of rowing in the Northwest.
Empacher rowing shells are used by a large number of crews rowing in international competitions, including World Championships and the Summer Olympics.Overall, Empacher boats have received 64% of the wins in all race categories during 2013.
Fluidesign's rowing shells are recognized for their colored carbon fiber construction, a choice made to eliminate the need for paint and thereby reduce the overall weight of the boats. [ 8 ] [ 2 ] Fluidesign's range of boats includes singles , doubles and pairs , and coxed and coxless quads .