Rowing shoes: the perfect fit for every rower

Rowing shoes are essential for every rower. They provide a comfortable and efficient rowing technique. There are different types of rowing shoes available, each with its own pros and cons.

Adjustable rowing shoes

Adjustable rowing shoes are a good choice for rowers who have trouble finding the right fit. The shoes are available in two sizes and can be adjusted to the size of the foot. They are usually used in recreational rowing, or increasingly in Coastal rowing.

Advantages:

• Easy to fit
• Durable

Disadvantages:

• Not suitable for competitive rowing, except Coastal rowing

Standard rowing shoes

Standard rowing shoes are a good choice for rowers who want a snug fit. The shoes are made of sturdy materials and provide good support for the foot. They are almost always used by competitive rowers.

Advantages:

• Good support
• Suitable for competitive rowing

Disadvantages:

• More expensive

Classic wooden rowing shoes

Classic wooden rowing shoes are a good choice for rowers who want a traditional look. The "shoes" are made of wood and provide good support for the foot.

Advantages:

• Traditional look
• Good support

Disadvantages:

• Not suitable for competitive rowing

Loose rowing shoe-related items

In addition to rowing shoes, there are also a number of loose items available that can improve rowing performance. These include:

• Heel straps
• Mounting hardware such as shoe screws and shoe plates

Heel straps

Heel straps are essential for safety. 

Heelstrings prevent your feet from getting stuck in the boat in case of a capsize.

Mounting hardware

Mounting hardware is required to attach the rowing shoes to the rowing boat.

Conclusion

This page provides a good overview of the different types of rowing shoes and loose rowing shoe-related items. The page is intended to help rowers choose the right shoes and items for their needs.