I made it to Boston and back this year unscathed -- something I never take for granted when taking on the biggest rowing weekend of the year: the Head of the Charles. The Charles in an Olympic year is always a spectacle from this side of things; the window of excitement surrounding the Summer Games … Continue reading 2012 Head of the Charles
HOCR 2011
So I think I was at the Head of the Charles this weekend. But honestly it's hard to say, because this year was so much different than any other year that I've been to HOCR. First off: I saw almost no rowing whatsoever. Rowing gear, rowers, and rowing shells (being walked along the walkway) but … Continue reading HOCR 2011
Just for HOCR…
I can't believe I forgot!! You can get yours by swinging by the Sew Sporty tent. If you can find me on Saturday, I'll even sign it! Limited quantities available... See everyone in Boston on Saturday! POWER AND GRACE INFO: The first calendars have arrived and will be coming with us up to Boston! We … Continue reading Just for HOCR…
Boston, Bling, Bronchitis
Best Head of the Charles ever. Despite going on day four of some nasty bronchial infection courtesy of this weekend's frivolity, I am delighted with how it all turned out. I am still totally exhausted from working overtime Friday-Monday to get boats loaded, unloaded, rigged, de-rigged, launched, docked, raced and steered--times two. I think going … Continue reading Boston, Bling, Bronchitis
Boston or Bust
Good morning all--I only have time for a short post while Ellen is in the shower before we hit the road for Boston in order to compete in this year's Head of the Charles Regatta. I'm pretty excited about this year's regatta. Though it's meant to be the crappiest weather that we've ever had in … Continue reading Boston or Bust
Megan Kalmoe, OLY 