*Get in smartly! To ensure this, depress the handle 
of the oar as far aspossible. This will raise the blade 
several feet above the water; look curiously at it, and,
at any moment convenient to yourself, bring it down
with a splash.

* Don't do too much work; the rest of the crew will do it,
 and you will thus have plenty left in you for the spurt at 
the finish.

* Never let your eyes leave the blade of your oar; you never 
know what it may do if not watched.

* Make a point of advising your cox, on all occasions of emergency; 
he enjoys having several opinions to choose from.

* If possible, wear `footer' jerseys; it emphasizes the fact 
that rowing is not your only accomplishment.

* Don't watch the man in front of you; it detracts from the 
attention necessary for your oar, and in any case he has no 
more right to dictate than anyone else.

* If you get in late, say nothing worth recording, but correct
the error by getting in too soon next stroke.

* When you see an opportunity of getting in two strokes to stroke's 
one, seize it, it always proves a welcome diversion.

 *In conclusion, avoid machine-like regularity; nothing is so 
offensive as a crew that shows a lack of individuality.

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