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Oars ... for when your real motor gives out!

Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2008 1:20 pm
by Fisher Dude
I have a 14' Lund, what length oars should I have? (Right now I just have a paddle on board).

I've read the following at the aforementioned site:

There are no set rules for oar length. However, if you’re thinking more traditionally, there is a formula that can help you determine the correct oar length for your boat: Determine the distance in inches between your boat’s oarlocks, divide by 2 and then add 2 inches. Divide this number by 7 and then multiply by 25. Divide this final number by 12 to determine the oar length in feet.

http://www.fish.state.pa.us/anglerboate ... rowing.pdf

Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2008 1:46 pm
by Andy_L
:shock: wow....need a doctorate in math to figure out oars for a FISHING BOAT????? Who knew....

:lol:

Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2008 2:13 pm
by troutnmuskiehunter
Andy_L wrote::shock: wow....need a doctorate in math to figure out oars for a FISHING BOAT????? Who knew....

:lol:
the plastic oars from the grandkids dingy should be good enough :lol: ....plus a loud whistle and tow rope :wink:

Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2008 9:02 pm
by Andy_L
TroutnMuskieHunter wrote:
Andy_L wrote::shock: wow....need a doctorate in math to figure out oars for a FISHING BOAT????? Who knew....

:lol:
the plastic oars from the grandkids dingy should be good enough :lol: ....plus a loud whistle and tow rope :wink:

you been lookin in my boat? how did you know about the plastic oars??? hehehehe its legal isn't it????

Posted: Thu May 01, 2008 1:35 pm
by Fisher Dude
Amazing the stuff you find on the internet??!! :lol: