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Re: YRC: getting ready for the rowing season

Jonathan Wright
 

Saturday was 41 water temp, 45 air. The rule of 86 des not rule!

-----Original Message-----
From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Bob Sproull via groups.io
Sent: Monday, March 29, 2021 8:19 AM
To: [email protected]
Cc: Bob Sproull <rfsproull@...>; Andrew Milia <andrew.milia@...>; Jim Kurose <kurose@...>
Subject: [yankeerowing] YRC: getting ready for the rowing season

I'm sure everyone's ready to be on the water, but the water isn't ready: today, flow is 47,000 cubic feet per second (20,000 is the club limit), and the temperature is 41F.
Not safe.... Early May is a typical opening date....

The waiver and membership form for 2021 are now available:
Please plan to sign up before you row.

The annual membership meeting was held by Zoom yesterday, attended by 22 members.
Here's a summary of what transpired:

Fees remain unchanged: $ 490 membership, $415 rack space.
Board of directors: Ernie Alleva, Jaime Caron, Jenn Ferree, Andy Larkin,
Craig Schiff, Leslie Smith, Bob Sproull, Anne Teschner,
David Wick, Moshe Wurgaft
Officers: president: Bob Sproull; vice president: Jenn Ferree
treasurer: Leslie Smith; secretary: Jaime Caron Equipment committee: Ernie, Craig, Anne COVID precautions: We will begin this season with the same procedures in place
at the end of last season. We may be able to relax them as the season unfolds.
Jenn will be organizing spring cleanup crews to work in small groups, like last year.
Reservations: When the club opens for rowing, we will start out using the reservation
system for club boats that was in place at the end of last year. The new
2x will be subject to reservation. Details will be sent out by email when the
club opens.
Temporary outside rack: There are 3 people on the waiting list for rack space.
It is very likely we can provide rack space for 4 boats outside when the club opens.
(If you are willing to rack your boat outside at a reduced rack fee, please contact me.)
We are also exploring adding inside space to the boathouse (the "east aisle" adjacent
to our current space) that would provide indoor rack space. This plan may not work
out, and even if it does, the racks won't be ready when the season opens.

?tes vous prêts?

Bob


Re: YRC: getting ready for the rowing season

 

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Oui!!!


On Mar 29, 2021, at 8:19 AM, Bob Sproull <rfsproull@...> wrote:

?tes vous prêts?


YRC: getting ready for the rowing season

 

I'm sure everyone's ready to be on the water, but the water isn't ready: today, flow
is 47,000 cubic feet per second (20,000 is the club limit), and the temperature is 41F.
Not safe.... Early May is a typical opening date....

The waiver and membership form for 2021 are now available:
Please plan to sign up before you row.

The annual membership meeting was held by Zoom yesterday, attended by 22 members.
Here's a summary of what transpired:

Fees remain unchanged: $ 490 membership, $415 rack space.
Board of directors: Ernie Alleva, Jaime Caron, Jenn Ferree, Andy Larkin,
Craig Schiff, Leslie Smith, Bob Sproull, Anne Teschner,
David Wick, Moshe Wurgaft
Officers: president: Bob Sproull; vice president: Jenn Ferree
treasurer: Leslie Smith; secretary: Jaime Caron
Equipment committee: Ernie, Craig, Anne
COVID precautions: We will begin this season with the same procedures in place
at the end of last season. We may be able to relax them as the season unfolds.
Jenn will be organizing spring cleanup crews to work in small groups, like last year.
Reservations: When the club opens for rowing, we will start out using the reservation
system for club boats that was in place at the end of last year. The new
2x will be subject to reservation. Details will be sent out by email when the
club opens.
Temporary outside rack: There are 3 people on the waiting list for rack space.
It is very likely we can provide rack space for 4 boats outside when the club opens.
(If you are willing to rack your boat outside at a reduced rack fee, please contact me.)
We are also exploring adding inside space to the boathouse (the "east aisle" adjacent
to our current space) that would provide indoor rack space. This plan may not work
out, and even if it does, the racks won't be ready when the season opens.

?tes vous prêts?

Bob


Re: YRC Financial summary

 

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Leslie, thank you so much for this detailed, clear, excellent accounting, budget and summary. Carol & Robin

On Mar 26, 2021, at 4:28 PM, Leslie Smith <lesmith@...> wrote:

Please find attached Yankee Rowing's 2020 Financial Summary and 2021 budget.
Leslie
Treasurer
<YRC 2020 Summary 2021 Budget prop.doc>


YRC Financial summary

 

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Please find attached Yankee Rowing's 2020 Financial Summary and 2021 budget.
Leslie
Treasurer


Re: Annual meeting scheduled for March 28, 2-4 PM

 

Thank you Bob -- this looks good.
Robin

On Tue, Mar 23, 2021 at 9:53 AM Bob Sproull <rfsproull@...> wrote:
It's time for our annual meeting.? I know you're all eager to get on the water
after pandemic isolation.? And the fact that we don't (yet) have excessive river
flows and do have (at least temporarily) very warm days makes the urge to row
nearly overwhelming.? We won't discuss the water temperature.? Last year we
started the season on May 8.

The meeting will be via Zoom on Sunday March 28, 2 PM.? We will try to finish the
business meeting promptly.? I will then leave the Zoom call open until
4 PM or everyone has left; this will be your opportunity to swap lies with
your fellow off-the-water rowers.

Winter news: On a sunny but cold day, February 26, our newly-acquired midweight
Fluid double was delivered to the boathouse (see picture).? Craig and the equipment
committee will work on checking it out and commissioning it.

Bob

Topic: YRC Annual Meeting via Zoom
Time: Mar 28, 2021 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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YRC annual meeting agenda (tentative); Sunday, March 28 2-4 PM via Zoom

BR = Board recommendation for an action that may require a membership vote

1. Finance report: Leslie Smith
BR: Retain last year's fees
Membership: $ 490
Rack: $ 415

2. Elect board of directors
BR: Robin Barber has asked to step down
? ?Moshe (Moi) Wurgaft has agreed to be nominated
? ?Full slate: Ernie Alleva, Jaime Caron, Jenn Ferree, Andy Larkin,
Craig Schiff, Leslie Smith, Bob Sproull, Anne Teschner,
David Wick, Moshe Wurgaft

3. Elect officers
BR: Retain current officers
? ?Full slate: ?President: Bob Sproull; Vice president: Jenn Ferree
Treasurer: Leslie Smith; Secretary: Jaime Caron

4. Appoint equipment committee
BR: Retain current members: Ernie, Craig, Anne

5. COVID precautions
BR: Start season with same scheme that we used at the end of last year
Possibly relaxing during the season.

6. Agree on spring cleanup plan
BR: Jenn to organize

7. Reservation system
Although the Board has a recommendation, it was not unanimous
and discussion at the annual meeting will be invited.
BR: start season with same system we ended with
(times adjusted relative to sunrise)
? ?It may be possible to relax the system as the season progresses

8. Possible boathouse expansion.? Since we're completely out of rack space,
there have been discussions about various ways to expand our space.? The most
likely is to rent the "east aisle," a section of the building that abuts our
current space to the east.? The space would need only modest renovation to
be able to house 10 additional singles; this is work that could be done by the
club.? Gary Pellisier, the owner of the Sportsman's Marina, has expressed
interest in additional "sprucing up," including a new door and ramp for the
east aisle and repainting the boathouse exterior.? All of this is contingent
on more investigation and planning and also on negotiating acceptable lease
adjustments with Gary.? A small Board committee will be working on this.? They
will solicit comments and suggestions from all members.

In order to accommodate the current rack waiting list (3 boats), we are also
discussing with Gary placing a rack outdoors. ?(I own a fine rack and would be
happy to have YRC use it).? Of course, not all boat owners will be
willing to rack their boats outdoors.? But it would be nice to accommodate all
rack needs at the beginning of the season, even if the east aisle plan is
moving ahead; our season may open in about a month, and it's unlikely that
the east aisle would be ready in time.

8. Other business, including discussion of "wish list" for additional club boats.





--
Robin Barber
Gallery of Readers Press
16 Vernon St
Northampton, MA 01060
413-585-8530


Annual meeting scheduled for March 28, 2-4 PM

 

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It's time for our annual meeting. ?I know you're all eager to get on the water
after pandemic isolation. ?And the fact that we don't (yet) have excessive river
flows and do have (at least temporarily) very warm days makes the urge to row
nearly overwhelming. ?We won't discuss the water temperature. ?Last year we
started the season on May 8.

The meeting will be via Zoom on Sunday March 28, 2 PM. ?We will try to finish the
business meeting promptly. ?I will then leave the Zoom call open until
4 PM or everyone has left; this will be your opportunity to swap lies with
your fellow off-the-water rowers.

Winter news: On a sunny but cold day, February 26, our newly-acquired midweight
Fluid double was delivered to the boathouse (see picture). ?Craig and the equipment
committee will work on checking it out and commissioning it.

Bob

Topic: YRC Annual Meeting via Zoom
Time: Mar 28, 2021 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

Meeting ID: 878 2753 8190
Passcode: partez
One tap mobile
+16468769923,,87827538190#,,,,*313731# US (New York)
+13017158592,,87827538190#,,,,*313731# US (Washington DC)

Dial by your location
? ? ? ? +1 646 876 9923 US (New York)
? ? ? ? +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)
? ? ? ? +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
? ? ? ? +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
? ? ? ? +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
? ? ? ? +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
? ? ? ? +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
Meeting ID: 878 2753 8190
Passcode: 313731
Find your local number:


===================
YRC annual meeting agenda (tentative); Sunday, March 28 2-4 PM via Zoom

BR = Board recommendation for an action that may require a membership vote

1. Finance report: Leslie Smith
BR: Retain last year's fees
Membership: $ 490
Rack: $ 415

2. Elect board of directors
BR: Robin Barber has asked to step down
? ?Moshe (Moi) Wurgaft has agreed to be nominated
? ?Full slate: Ernie Alleva, Jaime Caron, Jenn Ferree, Andy Larkin,
Craig Schiff, Leslie Smith, Bob Sproull, Anne Teschner,
David Wick, Moshe Wurgaft

3. Elect officers
BR: Retain current officers
? ?Full slate: ?President: Bob Sproull; Vice president: Jenn Ferree
Treasurer: Leslie Smith; Secretary: Jaime Caron

4. Appoint equipment committee
BR: Retain current members: Ernie, Craig, Anne

5. COVID precautions
BR: Start season with same scheme that we used at the end of last year
Possibly relaxing during the season.

6. Agree on spring cleanup plan
BR: Jenn to organize

7. Reservation system
Although the Board has a recommendation, it was not unanimous
and discussion at the annual meeting will be invited.
BR: start season with same system we ended with
(times adjusted relative to sunrise)
? ?It may be possible to relax the system as the season progresses

8. Possible boathouse expansion. ?Since we're completely out of rack space,
there have been discussions about various ways to expand our space. ?The most
likely is to rent the "east aisle," a section of the building that abuts our
current space to the east. ?The space would need only modest renovation to
be able to house 10 additional singles; this is work that could be done by the
club. ?Gary Pellisier, the owner of the Sportsman's Marina, has expressed
interest in additional "sprucing up," including a new door and ramp for the
east aisle and repainting the boathouse exterior. ?All of this is contingent
on more investigation and planning and also on negotiating acceptable lease
adjustments with Gary. ?A small Board committee will be working on this. ?They
will solicit comments and suggestions from all members.

In order to accommodate the current rack waiting list (3 boats), we are also
discussing with Gary placing a rack outdoors. ?(I own a fine rack and would be
happy to have YRC use it). ?Of course, not all boat owners will be
willing to rack their boats outdoors. ?But it would be nice to accommodate all
rack needs at the beginning of the season, even if the east aisle plan is
moving ahead; our season may open in about a month, and it's unlikely that
the east aisle would be ready in time.

8. Other business, including discussion of "wish list" for additional club boats.




Re: 2021 Renewal

 

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The Annual Meeting is in the works, soon to be scheduled, fees and rates will be set at the meeting.
leslie Smith


From: [email protected] <[email protected]> on behalf of Mike Ippolito <ippolito.mike@...>
Sent: Thursday, March 18, 2021 2:03 PM
To: [email protected] <[email protected]>
Subject: [yankeerowing] 2021 Renewal
?
Will there be a 2021 renewal application or should I just send a check in the mail?

Mike


2021 Renewal

Mike Ippolito
 

Will there be a 2021 renewal application or should I just send a check in the mail?

Mike


Re: FW:

 

Soon!

On Mar 16, 2021, at 6:51 PM, Jonathan Wright <waterrat@...> wrote:

?
A snoot and a sniff out on the water. H2O temp 42. Bright and sunny.






Re: Rio Saldo Rowing Camp

 

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Hey Mike-
I know Lesleh from her Masters Coaching days. She’s awesome! ?I can only imagine the great trip you must have had!?

And I try to remember how lucky we are to be able to row regularly on great water.?

Cheers,?

Carol


On Mar 16, 2021, at 10:34 AM, Mike Ippolito <ippolito.mike@...> wrote:

?
Hello Yankee Friends,

I was really missing the water this winter, so I booked a trip to a clinic last week in Tempe, AZ at Rio Salado? The coaches were fantastic and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to book something next winter.?

Lesleh Wright was the main coach, she runs clinics all over the world, SteeringUwright.com is her website.?

I will have to say that although?the weather is better (not last week though!) our little stretch of the CT river is heaven compared to rowing in canals in the 'city'

See you on the river soon!!
Mike

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Rio Saldo Rowing Camp

Mike Ippolito
 

Hello Yankee Friends,

I was really missing the water this winter, so I booked a trip to a clinic last week in Tempe, AZ at Rio Salado? The coaches were fantastic and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to book something next winter.?

Lesleh Wright was the main coach, she runs clinics all over the world, SteeringUwright.com is her website.?

I will have to say that although?the weather is better (not last week though!) our little stretch of the CT river is heaven compared to rowing in canals in the 'city'

See you on the river soon!!
Mike

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Re: February depression?

 

Thanks Bob, that sounds great!
Best,
Beth
On Wednesday, February 24, 2021, 06:32:00 PM EST, Moi Wurgaft via groups.io <moiwurgaft@...> wrote:


Thank you Ellen?

I sent her an email. Hope to give it a try next week.?

Moi


On Feb 24, 2021, at 4:25 PM, Ellen Putnam via groups.io <eputnam01060@...> wrote:

?
Hi all - Mark and I took this yoga class last night and it was excellent - solid, enjoyable strengthening/stretching yoga with a great emphasis on application to masters athletes in general and rowers in particular. The instructor, as a PT, is very knowledgeable and wove in some excellent info/explanations/tips about specific muscle groups and physiology. And, of course, it was fun to "meet" other rowers....a nice medium-size zoom group of friendly, welcoming folks from near and far. Recommend! - Ellen
On Saturday, February 20, 2021, 05:13:36 PM EST, Bob Sproull <rfsproull@...> wrote:


I don't know about you, but February s**ks, even when there's no pandemic.
Here's possible relief if you're a yoga fan or wannabe.

BTW This comes from Small Club Networking, an email group started by our friends
at PVRC (Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club) in Springfield. ?It's obviously spread
its infection far beyond the Pioneer Valley.

This is from?row@...? ?I *love* their logo!!!!

Bob

================

To keep our members engaged through the pandemic (and to reduce the number of “missed” practices due to back pain) we have started “Yoga for Rowers”, A Zoom class specifically for rowers every Tuesday evening at 6 PM EST. By now it is joined by rowers from coast to coast.
It is free to participate.?
?
You and all your members are more than welcome to join!!! Details can be found here:???
?
On March 20th, at 3 PM EST we do a special Zoom workshop on “Hip & Back Exercises: Prevent/reduce pain and improve your stroke!”. Again, it is free to join. Details and registration here:?
We hope you and your members join. The more the merrier!
?
Again: Thank you very much for inviting us to your group!
?
Regards
Felix Muhlebach
Captain, CHaOS Rowing, the masters program of RowNC
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Re: February depression?

 

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Thank you Ellen?

I sent her an email. Hope to give it a try next week.?

Moi


On Feb 24, 2021, at 4:25 PM, Ellen Putnam via groups.io <eputnam01060@...> wrote:

?
Hi all - Mark and I took this yoga class last night and it was excellent - solid, enjoyable strengthening/stretching yoga with a great emphasis on application to masters athletes in general and rowers in particular. The instructor, as a PT, is very knowledgeable and wove in some excellent info/explanations/tips about specific muscle groups and physiology. And, of course, it was fun to "meet" other rowers....a nice medium-size zoom group of friendly, welcoming folks from near and far. Recommend! - Ellen
On Saturday, February 20, 2021, 05:13:36 PM EST, Bob Sproull <rfsproull@...> wrote:


I don't know about you, but February s**ks, even when there's no pandemic.
Here's possible relief if you're a yoga fan or wannabe.

BTW This comes from Small Club Networking, an email group started by our friends
at PVRC (Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club) in Springfield. ?It's obviously spread
its infection far beyond the Pioneer Valley.

This is from?row@...? ?I *love* their logo!!!!

Bob

================

To keep our members engaged through the pandemic (and to reduce the number of “missed” practices due to back pain) we have started “Yoga for Rowers”, A Zoom class specifically for rowers every Tuesday evening at 6 PM EST. By now it is joined by rowers from coast to coast.
It is free to participate.?
?
You and all your members are more than welcome to join!!! Details can be found here:???
?
On March 20th, at 3 PM EST we do a special Zoom workshop on “Hip & Back Exercises: Prevent/reduce pain and improve your stroke!”. Again, it is free to join. Details and registration here:?
We hope you and your members join. The more the merrier!
?
Again: Thank you very much for inviting us to your group!
?
Regards
Felix Muhlebach
Captain, CHaOS Rowing, the masters program of RowNC
<image003.png>

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Re: February depression?

 

Hi all - Mark and I took this yoga class last night and it was excellent - solid, enjoyable strengthening/stretching yoga with a great emphasis on application to masters athletes in general and rowers in particular. The instructor, as a PT, is very knowledgeable and wove in some excellent info/explanations/tips about specific muscle groups and physiology. And, of course, it was fun to "meet" other rowers....a nice medium-size zoom group of friendly, welcoming folks from near and far. Recommend! - Ellen
On Saturday, February 20, 2021, 05:13:36 PM EST, Bob Sproull <rfsproull@...> wrote:


I don't know about you, but February s**ks, even when there's no pandemic.
Here's possible relief if you're a yoga fan or wannabe.

BTW This comes from Small Club Networking, an email group started by our friends
at PVRC (Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club) in Springfield. ?It's obviously spread
its infection far beyond the Pioneer Valley.

This is from?row@...? ?I *love* their logo!!!!

Bob

================

To keep our members engaged through the pandemic (and to reduce the number of “missed” practices due to back pain) we have started “Yoga for Rowers”, A Zoom class specifically for rowers every Tuesday evening at 6 PM EST. By now it is joined by rowers from coast to coast.
It is free to participate.?
?
You and all your members are more than welcome to join!!! Details can be found here:???
?
On March 20th, at 3 PM EST we do a special Zoom workshop on “Hip & Back Exercises: Prevent/reduce pain and improve your stroke!”. Again, it is free to join. Details and registration here:?
We hope you and your members join. The more the merrier!
?
Again: Thank you very much for inviting us to your group!
?
Regards
Felix Muhlebach
Captain, CHaOS Rowing, the masters program of RowNC
CHAOS Rowing


Re: February depression?

 

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Thanks for posting this, Bob! Yes, February DOES s**k! Happily, though, there’s lots of beautiful, fluffy snow to play in!
Be well, all!
Hope to see you on the river soon
~~ Jenn


On Feb 20, 2021, at 5:13 PM, Bob Sproull <rfsproull@...> wrote:

?I don't know about you, but February s**ks, even when there's no pandemic.
Here's possible relief if you're a yoga fan or wannabe.

BTW This comes from Small Club Networking, an email group started by our friends
at PVRC (Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club) in Springfield. ?It's obviously spread
its infection far beyond the Pioneer Valley.

This is from?row@...? ?I *love* their logo!!!!

Bob

================

To keep our members engaged through the pandemic (and to reduce the number of “missed” practices due to back pain) we have started “Yoga for Rowers”, A Zoom class specifically for rowers every Tuesday evening at 6 PM EST. By now it is joined by rowers from coast to coast.
It is free to participate.?
?
You and all your members are more than welcome to join!!! Details can be found here:???
?
On March 20th, at 3 PM EST we do a special Zoom workshop on “Hip & Back Exercises: Prevent/reduce pain and improve your stroke!”. Again, it is free to join. Details and registration here:?
We hope you and your members join. The more the merrier!
?
Again: Thank you very much for inviting us to your group!
?
Regards
Felix Muhlebach
Captain, CHaOS Rowing, the masters program of RowNC
<image003.png>


February depression?

 

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I don't know about you, but February s**ks, even when there's no pandemic.
Here's possible relief if you're a yoga fan or wannabe.

BTW This comes from Small Club Networking, an email group started by our friends
at PVRC (Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club) in Springfield. ?It's obviously spread
its infection far beyond the Pioneer Valley.

This is from?row@...? ?I *love* their logo!!!!

Bob

================

To keep our members engaged through the pandemic (and to reduce the number of “missed” practices due to back pain) we have started “Yoga for Rowers”, A Zoom class specifically for rowers every Tuesday evening at 6 PM EST. By now it is joined by rowers from coast to coast.
It is free to participate.?
?
You and all your members are more than welcome to join!!! Details can be found here:???
?
On March 20th, at 3 PM EST we do a special Zoom workshop on “Hip & Back Exercises: Prevent/reduce pain and improve your stroke!”. Again, it is free to join. Details and registration here:?
We hope you and your members join. The more the merrier!
?
Again: Thank you very much for inviting us to your group!
?
Regards
Felix Muhlebach
Captain, CHaOS Rowing, the masters program of RowNC
CHAOS Rowing


Used rowing shell looking for a good home

 

Hello Scullers --
Our friend EB Lehman sent this notice of a free Alden on Cape Cod.
I'm copying her on this message in case anyone wants more information.
Stay warm -- Robin

Robin Barber
Gallery of Readers Press
cell 4*3-695-5343
land 4*3-585-8530
16 Vernon Street
Northampton, MA 01060-2862


---------- Forwarded message ---------
From: Elizabeth Lehman <eblehman5@...>
Date: Tue, Feb 16, 2021 at 4:28 PM
Subject: Used rowing shell looking for a good home
To: Carol Edelstein <caroledelstein@...>, Robin Barber <robertebarber@...>


Hello Carol & Robin,??
Greetings, friends!

A friend of mine on the Cape has a used rowing shell (an ocean shell, it seems) and rigging (see photos) which belonged to her dad. He died a few years ago, and his?boat is in need of a new owner and?home. Might this boat be of any interest to...you? Yankee Rowing? Some other lucky soul who wants a free boat??

I don't know when it was built but I think it's in good shape, sea-worthy, etc. It is on the Cape.?
xoxo EB


Re: Concept 2 Dynamic

 

I prefer my model B from 1987.

On Sun, Jan 31, 2021 at 10:36 AM Nick <nickefay@...> wrote:
They have one at PVRC.? I prefer the model D?

Nick

On Jan 31, 2021, at 06:41, Mike Ippolito <ippolito.mike@...> wrote:

?
Does anyone know where I might be able to work out a Concept 2 Dynamic ERG locally??

I'm looking to finally pull the trigger on purchasing a new machine and I'd like to try the dynamic before buying the D model.?

I'm in no rush.

Mike