Essential Sculling: An Introdupb

As a recent convert to the sport of sculling I have read most everything published to the point of obsession. This book does however stand head and shoulders above most. It is for the more cerebral sculler, dealing not just with technique, boats, races etc but the mental rigour and benefits that is undoubtably the attraction to most of us "Norman no mates" who prefer the intensity of a single scull. It has been read and read and read again and still has something fresh to offer. I want Daniel J Boynes job!! r. gourlay email:[email protected]

I started sculling this summer and bought "Essential Sculling" to get some tips. I found it so full of useful information that I refer to it almost every time I go out on the river, and always find something new to help me improve.I would recommend this book to anyone interested in sculling (or rowing of any sort, for that matter) and I expect my copy to be well-worn and dog-earred long before I run out of helpful hints to pull from the pages.

Daniel J. Boyne's "Essential Sculling" is required reading for any rower -- beginner or advanced -- who is serious about sculling well and building upon success. This book offers a much needed, user-friendly and detailed program for cumulative excellence in the sport, as well as important information on rigging, equipment and cross-training. Boyne's presentation is engaging and informative, and his incorporate side-bars address many of the sport's cognate issues.This is simply a book no sculler should be without.Christopher D.H. Row, Ph.D. -- Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts

I have been searching for a new book about sculling for the past two years. Finally, Boyne has delivered a non-esoteric readable book which is easy to understand and a joy to read. I went out on the water today and was immediately able to test out some of his advice. While I don't expect to win the Head of the Charles next year, I am looking forward to a much smoother stroke.