Tuesday's practice is all about ways to help stay off Port.

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With the CSM and Head Race season coming up, this Monday's video clip is timely - Do you want to race?

Let us know if you're interested in going to Head of the Madawaska (HOTM) in the comments below. HOTM is an easy going, minimally competitive regatta which is a great way to try out a Head Race. If you don't have a Regatta Central account, now is the time to create one (you'll need one to row at Regattas).

You can create your account here: Powering Clubs and Regattas since 1999 | RegattaCentral

Going to a regatta is your first big test as a rower. Every year as the regatta season comes around, the same challenge arises.

It doesn't matter if you have raced for years or this is your very first time. Everyone faces the same challenge.

What is your race plan?

Creating your Head Race plan: Check out this great resource from Faster Masters to help with planning out your Head Race strategy.