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Racing history

KeithY
Does anybody know if Gladys and Mabel have completed the Ocean to City before.

Also does anyone know tge measurements of our claydons please.
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James Griffin
yes but what does tge stand for
handicap or tonnage....
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KeithY
Tge should be the (sorry thick fingers!)
Measurements are length and breath
Tim
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Tim
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AI Overview


Claydon Skiffs are 22 feet long, with a beam of 5 ft 8 in. They are designed to weigh around 400 kg without equipment and crew.
Features
Fixed seat rowing boats
Crewed by four rowers with a single sweep oar
Steered by a Cox
Built of GRP
Broad and stable in heavy wate
Heavy to row
Additional information
Claydon Skiffs are traditional rowing boats
They are designed to be stable in heavy water
They are heavy to row.
A Short History of the Claydon Skiffs - Stour Sailing Club
14 May 2022 — The Claydon Skiffs are 22 feet long, fixed seat traditional rowing boats, crewed by four rowers each with a single “sweep” oar, and with a Cox to ste...