Tag Archives: Henley Royal Regatta

The Social Network

Posted on October 29, 2010 by Mohit Gianchandani

TweetWe ‘ve all been a part of it, now let’s watch it! This autumn, director David Ficher shares with us the founding story of Facebook. The story however might not be totally accurate as it is slightly fictional but mostly … Continue reading →

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British Pathe newsreel footage of rowing

Posted on October 11, 2010 by Rebecca Caroe

TweetBack before TV the cinemas were the main place people saw video news – called “newsreels” they were a great record of history.   British Pathe has put a lot of its archive footage newsreel up online. We did a search … Continue reading →

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Henley Royal Regatta roundup Wednesday

Posted on June 30, 2010 by Rebecca Caroe

There are many places online you can go for a fine summary of great racing and the “HRR Experience”.
We will report on the lighthearted side of proceedings from fashion to foibles, kit to calamities. Continue reading →

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Andy Ripley memorial T-shirt for sale

Posted on June 28, 2010 by Rebecca Caroe

Tweet Image via Wikipedia You may have recently heard the sad news that Andy Ripley OBE and former British and Irish Lion, England Rugby international, BBC Superstars champion, Boat Race trialist at the age of 50, indoor rowing champion and … Continue reading →

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City of Bristol women trial Coxmate SCT

Posted on May 14, 2010 by Rebecca Caroe

Rowperfect is supporting the City of Bristol womens 8 as they prepare for Henley Womens Regatta. They are using a Coxmate SCT with a GPS Continue reading →

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Interview: Tim Maeyens 1x Belgium

Posted on July 3, 2009 by Rebecca Caroe

I met Tim and his coach, Claes Frans outside the boat tents at HRR Continue reading →

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Henley Royal Regatta starts today

Posted on July 1, 2009 by Rebecca Caroe

I am graced with a press badge and so will be in the press stand watching the racing and looking out for good rowing and close racing. Continue reading →

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Competition – a reflection

Posted on July 5, 2008 by Rebecca Caroe

Is taking part the most important thing? We grow up being told that Baron Pierre de Coubertin who founded the modern Olympics said that taking part is more important than winning. Continue reading →

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Day 1 at Henley

Posted on July 3, 2008 by Rachel Clarke

Wednesday at Henley is fun. It’s a full day of racing, with 80 planned at 10 minute intervals throughout the day. It’s quieter than the weekend, but still comfortably busy, especially with parents of all the school crews. Continue reading →

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Regatta Radio advert recording

Posted on July 1, 2008 by Rebecca Caroe

Tweet Just some fun! Rowperfect Advert for Regatta Radio Continue reading →

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