I think I can claim this as a PB.

My record metres for a season thus far was just over 598k in 2011/2012.

After this afternoon’s effort, my 2020/2021 total is now over 600k, with less than 20% of the season gone so far.

Quite pleased with that...

Nice work Paul. I weighed myself this evening and came up with 216.4 lb (97.25 kg) but that was just after rowing 15 km in 86 deg weather, so I’m not counting it. I’ll weigh in again on Tuesday or Wednesday morning and see where I am then. Daily weighing. The rules: (1) First thing in a morning. (2...

I would be interested in taking a pink one. There, I said it... :roll: Good evening Steve. I would be delighted to rehome a pink one if still available. I have sent you a PM detailing my address. Thanks to you and Boris for sorting this. Very much appreciated. I will gladly make a donation in the n...

The pool looks awesome...

Genuine question. Clarification requested. Talk to me about interpolation. I’m confused. If people take actual intermediate metre readings at actual intermediate times within a piece, then this is not what i would consider interpolation. Rather it’s an intermediate split. Happy with that. Are we tho...

I have found that the best way to improve your technique is to row strapless - the only time I ever strap in is for a TT, and I find I can go up to 28/29 spm quite comfortably while rowing strapless. As far as df goes, I believe in setting the level wherever you feel best. Most of the people on the...

At that rate, there is absolutely nowhere to hide in terms of technique Unfortunately there are other errors that creep in... My self appraisal as a rank amateur takes that well and truly into account Iain, I can assure you... :roll: I wasn’t for a moment suggesting that rowing at a slower rate aut...

As a rank amateur in this game, dropping my stroke rate to 20 rpm or thereabouts in recent weeks has given a different dimension to my erging. At that rate, there is absolutely nowhere to hide in terms of technique. Even I can see that mine has come on in leaps and bounds. I was inspired by watchin...

As a rank amateur in this game, dropping my stroke rate to 20 rpm or thereabouts in recent weeks has given a different dimension to my erging. At that rate, there is absolutely nowhere to hide in terms of technique. Even I can see that mine has come on in leaps and bounds. I was inspired by watching...

I am absolutely loving Jill’s write ups of our million metre heroes...

Keep ‘em coming...

Seriously impressive stuff...

I must agree. Jon has brought the Nonathlon to life. Well done young man ...

Fortunately, my son is currently studying for his A Levels, and has kindly advised me as follows: In any given year, the June solstice occurs at the particular moment that the Earth is positioned in its orbit such that the North Pole is leaning most towards the sun, ie the sun is directly over the ...

Thanks for taking all this on Jon. It is very much appreciated. Happy to dip into my pocket to help contribute to the cause...

I had an early morning crack at the HM today to bag the Summer Solstice challenge at the same time. A friend offered to row with me, so we had the slightly odd, but ultimately enjoyable experience of rowing together over video. I would recommend this if you get a chance. He is a very strong rower a...

Not to be outdone by all you gentlemen crushing PB's I have managed 2 more. A 4 min distance up from 1000 to 1020m, amazing how so much extra effort adds up to so few extra meters over just 4 mins. :D My Sunday morning long session took exactly 1 min of my HM time set with the last crazybear HM las...

fkoene wrote: ↑

Sat Jun 20, 2020 8:44 pm

Thanks Dave,

I read this just in time to celebrate the summer solstice on the exact right moment.
Didn't complete the challenge though cause my wife needed the study today. Where the C2 is also located. Not to sorry for that, better luck next year.

Nights are drawing in...

JonT wrote: ↑

Sat Jun 20, 2020 5:46 pm

That tidies that up then.

Apparently, he’s revising French tomorrow, if you want to get your questions in early...

I'm slightly confused. Is it on the 20th or 21st? You’re right to be confused Paul. The challenge is in the 20th even though the Solstice is on the 21st 🤷🏼 Fortunately, my son is currently studying for his A Levels, and has kindly advised me as follows: In any given year, the June solstice occurs a...

Well it’s a few years since I wrote anything other than congratulations to others on this page. I set out to do a steady 30mins R18 row today but after 3k boredom set in and a little voice convinced me that having a bash at the Nonathlon 1k was a far better idea. So I bashed one out. https://upload...

I have found that signing up for the Nonathlon for the first time this season has given me a bit more motivation to do the longer set pieces that I might not normally attempt. Anything that challenges you to get out of your comfort zone and row different pieces rather than the same old same old is ...

Dave, Keep piling the points up! Stan hasn’t been on the forum for a couple of weeks now but I’m sure he will catch up soon. Does anyone have contact details for Stan? We should check he’s ok. Jon Cheers Jon. I have found that signing up for the Nonathlon for the first time this season has given me...

Dogma Dave wrote: ↑

Fri Jun 05, 2020 10:27 am

Hi Stan

Please would you add DogmaDave. I am up and running on the Nonathlon site...

Thanks
Dave

Like Paul, I did a 60 minute effort yesterday to register a nonathlon score. If anyone would care to add me to the FS list , I’m currently as follows:

DogmaDave 6912 M54H

Thanks

Masochism. Pure and simple. Managed 301m. Best result for 11 years. That said, the only other one minute sprint I did was 11 years ago. I may pencil another one in for 2031. I may not...

Hi Stan

Please would you add DogmaDave. I am up and running on the Nonathlon site...

Thanks
Dave