A
Thames skiff is a traditional clinker built rowing boat with
fixed seats. Racing skiffs are based on the traditional
design and can be singles, or doubles with a cox.
New boats are now
very expensive, as the materials and skills used are of an extremely high
standard.
The skulls, or 'blades' pass through 'thole pins' - wooden pegs fixed into
the sides of the boat, and are held in place by 'strings' which are exactly
that!
Skiffing is run
under the rules of the SRA - Skiff Racing Association.
To commence skiffing, please contact the Club Captain or Skiffing Vice
Captain, who will arrange a trial outing.