I.D. That Oar
To make sure that everyone is clear what they are offering and what they are looking for, we’ve gathered some details to ensure that you can make the most accurate listing possible.
Use the information linked below to check the blade type, handle or adjustment style, and so on.
Spoons from broken oars are still useful, so please list those too. It is possible to replace a spoon on an oar shaft to turn two same-side oars into a pair ready to row.
At the moment we only have full details for Concept2 and Croker oars as they are the most common types, but we will add others as we evolve the website.
Identifying your Concept2 Oar
Blade Type
Macon
Released 1976, Revised 1980
Big
Released 1991
Smoothie1
Released 1996
Fat2
Released 2004
Smoothie2 Plain
Released 2006
Smoothie2 Vortex
Released 2006
Bantam
Released 2015
Comp
Released 2019
Shaft Type
Ultralight
Released 1997
Low-i
Released 2004
Skinny
Released 2011
Handle Type
10cm Adjustable Handle
Released 1995
Whole handle removes to allow movement of two clamshell parts.
5cm Adjustable Handle
Released 2005
Grip only is removed.
Fixed Handle
Released 1976
Typically wooden, but can be composite or alloy.