Who sets the rowing pace for the lifeboat?

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Who sets the rowing pace for the lifeboat?

The rhythm of rowing in a lifeboat is led by the rower who sits at the stern on the starboard side. This position is best placed to feel the boat’s balance and motion and to establish a steady tempo for the rest of the crew to follow. The coxswain handles steering and gives commands, but the cadence—the timing of each stroke—is set by that stern, after starboard oarsman, so everyone can stay synchronized. The other oarsmen match his pace to keep the boat moving smoothly.

The rhythm of rowing in a lifeboat is led by the rower who sits at the stern on the starboard side. This position is best placed to feel the boat’s balance and motion and to establish a steady tempo for the rest of the crew to follow. The coxswain handles steering and gives commands, but the cadence—the timing of each stroke—is set by that stern, after starboard oarsman, so everyone can stay synchronized. The other oarsmen match his pace to keep the boat moving smoothly.

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