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Electronic Pitch Meter Review

Looking to get the pitch of your rigger correct? Then you need to have a pitch meter. Pure and simple.

There are several selections of meters on the market, ranging from the basic to the technical. The new Electronic Pitch Meter by NK (Nielsen Kellerman) is somewhere in the middle. The following text and video is a review of the meter.

What I Like

There are several things about the meter I like. It fits in your pocket with no sharp ends that can really get your attention. It is lightweight. Seems durable. And it can be used to measure more than just a rigger’s pitch. For example, it does a great job reading the angle of a footstretcher.

I especially like the “hold” button which allows you to find the pitch and then “hold” the measurement so that you can read the screen at your convenience. This is especially handy when it might too dark or too sunny to read the display. The buttons are easy to press, and the meter fits right in the palm of your hand. I also like the accuracy and precision of the meter, and having readings in tenths of a degree is a plus.

What I Didn’t Like

There was little that I did not like about this meter, but a few items that I want to note. First, rowing is a water sport and often electronics and water do not blend well. Although I have not had an issue with this yet, I would be very hesitant to take the meter in a launch or use it outside on a rainy day.

Second, I am pretty tough on tools, as I would guess most coaches/Riggers are. Although the meter has been durable so far, I am not sure how it will handle life in a tool box, or a drop from a shell onto concrete. It does comes with a small case that offers a little protection. In all, something to consider.

Maxrigging Buying Advice

If you are looking to take your rigging to a new level then this would be a tool to consider. It does offer some convenience and accuracy that older manual meters do not. The compactness is also a nice benefit. However if you are just starting out in rigging or are on a tight budget you may want to consider a simple mechanical meter first.

See original review and video review »

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Rowing News Contest

Think Outside the Box Contest Update

We have received many wonderful submissions for our joint 'Think Outside the Box' Contest with Rowing News. The contest winner will be announced in the January issue of Rowing News. We wanted to share a few of our favorites. Thank you for all of your submissions!

All New NK Cox Box

by Kellen French of Gainsville Area Rowing

Morning practices in the Pacific Northwest

by Brian Alvarez

Small athlete in charge
Running the entire show
With only their voice

The Coxwain’s Limerick

By Kay Bullock

There once was a boat oh so sweet
With a crew that just could not be beat
But the 'stroke' went awry
Ripped his pants past his thigh
And the cox turned as red as a beet

Clearance Specials

Previous Model StrokeCoach,
Carry Case, & HD Wiring Harnesses

Now that the StrokeCoach with Surge Rate and the Modular Harness are a staple in our rowing line, we are discontinuing their previous models (the original StrokeCoach and Cox Box/Vox HD Harness respectively). We will not be reordering any of the parts to build more of these items, but will continue the normal warranty and service programs. Take advantage of clearance prices on these great, durable products from NK while they last.

Take advantage of these and more items in our Clearance Center »

Recipe

Super Oatmeal

Dietitian Bob Seebohar has guided the diet of many U.S. Olympic athletes; See the Youtube link above as he demonstrates how to prepare an oatmeal breakfast that aims to give you the energy of a gold medalist.

Although Seebohar uses a rice cooker in the video, your stove top or microwave would work just fine for creating this energy and antioxidant packed oatmeal. The mixture is packed with enough essentials to fuel your body through workout sessions, an afternoon hike, or maybe some last minute Holiday power shopping (assuming it's not all done online). The ingredient list is as follows:

• Rolled oats
• Water
• Whey protein powder
• Dark cocoa powder
• Ground flax
• Blueberries
• Raisins
• Banana

We want to hear from you!

We want to know what you would like to see featured in upcoming issues of the NK Newsletter! Got a question that you think would be interesting and informative to fellow rowers? Have you had an interesting experience using a NK product? Has an NK product made a difference in your rowing or workout routine? If so, we would love to hear from you.

NK will send you a FREE NK Electronic Pitchmeter if you submit a story and it gets published in a future issue of our newsletter or gets quoted in our next catalog. We will send you a FREE NK T-Shirt if your question or idea for an upcoming feature is published!

Please send entries to: newsletter @ nkhome.com Be sure to include your name & contact info. Submitting a story for consideration assumes that you give NK the right to reproduce your story in part or in its entirety.

UPCOMING EVENTS

7th Annual Temple University Coxswains' Clinic

Kiva Auditorium – Temple University Philadelphia, PA
January 30, 2010
From: 9am – 2pm

To register please go to www.regattacentral.com under the Camps & Clinics tab.

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