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RDS (Reduced Diameter Shaft)

RDS (Reduced Diameter Shaft Racing Oars)

The WinTech RDS oar offers exceptionally low drag from its aerodynamically engineered, ultra-slender shaft design. Constructed from advanced carbon fiber for maximum stiffness, the RDS is as effective in the water as it is efficient through the air.

  1. Scull
  2. Sweep
  • Durability
  • Stability
  • Stiffness
  • Weight
  • Durability
  • Stability
  • Stiffness
  • Weight

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Who should buy it and why it’s great.

Our RDS (Reduced Diameter Shaft) oars designed for those looking for high performance skinny oars perfect for those marginal gains!

They offer exceptionally low drag from their aerodynamically engineered, ultra-slender shaft design. The lowest profile oars on the market.

Comes with

  • Comprehensive warranty

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ULTIMATE HIGH PERFORMANCE

WinTech have engineered the thinnest shaft oars and sculls currently on the market. They complement a range of hydro-dynamically efficient and size specific racing boats combining to give you a vital edge in competition. By using the most advanced materials and construction designed for lowest drag, WinTech provide the superior technology for your winning performance.

THE THINNEST SHAFTS ON THE MARKET

RDS shafts share the same stiffness and strength as a standard shaft through advanced High-Modulus Unidirectional Carbon Fibre, yet have approximately 33% less cross-sectional outboard area. The RDS also has 10% less cross-sectional area over another well-known brand of thin oar, but more importantly, at the blade end of the shaft where it is fastest moving during the recovery, the RDS has an advantage of approximately 27% less area.

THE RDS ADVANTAGE

In a single scull, RDS shafts reduce the oar drag component over standard diameter shafts of the ‘system’ (i.e. boat+rigger+sculler+oars+fin) by around 30% so it is possible to gain a calculated return of almost 2.5 seconds over 2000m in zero wind conditions. But there is more! Into head winds, the sculler is helped to maintain a higher stroke rate with less fatigue and gains even more advantage from reduced drag.

THE BLADE

The widely accepted carbon “smooth” blade with gel coat finish is resistant to de-lamination problems other blades suffer from.Plus, they are easily and seamlessly repaired when the inevitable small impacts do happen. A low profile blade to shaft integration further decreases aerodynamic and hydrodynamic resistance.

There is much discussion and work in progress over different blade types and shapes that work well for some users, but not others. One sure thing is that everyone will passively benefit from Reduced Diameter Shafts by the lower drag they offer.

SLEEVE, COLLAR, HANDLES & GRIPS

A new sleeve geometry with low wearing material provides a smooth “clunk-reducing” roll up and a positive lock with firm connection at the oarlock during the catch and drive phases of the stroke.

Standard WinTech rubber grips are available in 3 diameters, 32, 34 and 36mm plus many other grip types can be fitted to the handle for ultimate preference.

  • Models: Sweep and scull available
  • Composition: High-Modulus Unidirectional Carbon (100%)
  • Shaft flex: Soft, Medium, and Stiff
  • Grips size: 32mm, 34mm & 36mm
  • Handle: Martinoli and Croker grip compatible
  • Blade: Smoothie or Big Blade with sealed edge

Sweep Oar Lengths

  • Long Range Male: 373-378cm
  • Medium Range Male/Long Range Female: 369-374cm
  • Short Range Male/Medium Range Female: 365-370cm
  • Short Range Female: 361-366cm

Scull Oar Lengths

  • Long Range Male: 287-292cm
  • Medium Range Male/Long Range Female: 283-288cm
  • Short Range Male/Medium Range Female: 279-284cm
  • Short Range Female: 275-280cm

Why WINTECH Racing?

  • Proof is in the performance

    Building a great boat comes down to three core fundamentals: Time-honoured design, premium materials, and construction standardisation.

  • Value redefined

    Our value goes beyond that of just a great product for a great price.

  • Your complete rowing resource

    We’ll happily come to you if you’d like to try a boat, provide you with flexible finance and rental options, and comprehensive aftercare and maintenance services to maximise the efficiency and performance of your boats for now and for the future.

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