Hand Towel 100% White Cotton 17" x 30" with hang loop Info Tag Includes: Rowing began in Egyptian times and didn’t became a competitive sport until the early 1700’s when races were held on the Thames in London. Many rowing enthusiasts today favor wooden oars with bands of different colors. Oars are surprising light, each weighing approximately 2.5-3.5 lbs. The blades can vary in size and shape and need to be tailored to the rower’s skill level. A blade that is too small can cause a strong paddler to waste energy and cause unnecessary exhaustion. This information is included on a decorative