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Rowboats are also a favorite of anglers because
of their great stability—they allow you to stand
up to cast and to survey the water for fish,
something that’s pretty tricky in most canoes
and kayaks.
Rowboats are also better suited for motors than
other boats that are regularly moved by muscle
power. Most can handle kickers of 5 to 10 horses,
and many can even plane with adequate power,
giving a fast ride home when you’re done rowing
around to sneak up on the fish or photograph the
wildlife.
Handling Basics
Chapter 10: Paddle Power: Canoes, Kayaks, and Rowboats
Most rowing is done facing aft, which gives the back muscles and legs a chance to do the
work. Rowing facing forward forces the arms to do the work, and they soon tire.
Beginning rowers often find that they have a problem keeping the boat going straight as
they try to look over their shoulder to steer, but experienced rowers learn to watch their
wake and keep it straight, ensuring that the boat goes straight ahead. (You still have to
look over your shoulder now and then to be sure you’re not approaching another boat—
or a waterfall!)
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Although rowboats are
larger and heavier than
canoes and kayaks, many
aluminum models are light
enough to be car-topped.
(Photo credit: Lund Boats)
Boater-ese
Rowboats made with a
blunt bow and a flat bottom are
known as jon boats. Rowboats
made with a tapered bow and
slight vee bottom are known as
utility boats. Both jon boats and
utility boats have flat transoms
and can be powered by outboards
as well as rowed.