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Nielsen-Kellerman, the 90-person Philadelphia-based company, invited us to their plant for an insider’s look at the making of the CoxBox.

Jenny Sichel is a two-time World Champion silver medalist as the cox of the Paralympic mixed four (officially, the “LTAMix4+”). She focuses her coxing on the group of elite rowers that qualify as adaptive athletes. Her choice has taken her to international competitions and back. Now, she’s preparing for the try-outs for the Paralympic boat that will represent the United States in Rio de’Janeiro.

Rosemary Ostfeld is the coxswain of the Cambridge women’s crew that competed in The Boat Race on the Thames River this spring. Yes, that’s the one: the boat that was swamped while racing in the fastest–and most turbulent–part of the river, the Tideway. Her boat was trailing the Oxford boat; she chose to use the Tideway to help her crew gain an advantage. Risky? Maybe, but most choices we make to try to change something usually are.

Because we have to laugh sometimes, especially at ourselves...

Kayla Patitucci didn’t start out in the coxswain seat, but once she found it, she knew it was the right seat for her. 

Many coxswains take their crews to the starting line without knowing the rules that are governing the race. This issue, we’re covering the rules for getting to the start. 

Face forward. See across the lanes. Find your voice...

Developing your core strength is one of the best ways you can contribute to a stable boat.

Coxing Magazine had the opportunity to interview Mike Cipollone about his approach to coaching the coxswain. If you’ve met Mike, you know his energy and spirit permeates everything he does. This interview was no exception.

35 strokes. 45 seconds. That’s your start. When it comes to executing a good start, there are two key things to remember. 

Calls rowers love to hear... and some they don't.

What does Jenny Sichel, the two-time World Champion silver medalist carry in her bag? Only the essentials.

Box end, open end, ratcheting, adjustable. If you didn’t grow up with a wrench in your hand, here’s the quick-and-easy guide to recognizing which wrench is which, and how to pick the right wrench for the rigging job.

Cilantro is an herb that’s a lot like coxing a Four: you love it or you don’t. The flat-leaf herb has a deep sultry spice that stays on your tongue and can draw you into a world of flavor that’s new and exciting.