Acceleration Analysis

How SRD reduces the blade slip at the catch position

Rowing is an energy transmission sport. SRD shoes facilitate effective rowing through a rigid sole shoe or rigid stretcher which provides instant power transfer. The Virtual Pivot on the SRD Footstretcher and the full carbon stretcher for flex shoes maximizes power transfer, especially during the critical 1st 10% of the leg drive. The Virtual Pivot makes it far easier to achieve proper compression at the catch and reduce blade slip. This full compression can be achieved with no foot dorsiflexion thereby reducing muscle fatigue and energy loss. More time and comfort at the front end (catch) also allows for more efficient blade placement.