Jun 11

Jun 11 Guide School - How to set up a Cataraft

Rigging an Oar Frame on a Cataraft

In this helpful how to guide, Team Paddler Tony Glassman, walks us through how he rigs his boat in an oar setup with a rowing frame configuration. He will be covering several important factors in how your oar rig should come together. Topics tony covers in this video are:

How to strap in the frame
Overall frame position
Where to set your spare oars
Adding a spare thwart
Attaching oar leashes
Where to sit in the boat

Tony will help you get ready for your next catarafting trip with this helpful how to set up your cataraft guide.

Please send Tony some love in his upcoming film release of Yaw the Movie!!

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Jun 11 Guide School - How to set up a Cataraft

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