Perfect timing for this topic.

I currently own a set of 9 1/2 Carlisle blades and am going to replace them because I hate the fact that the tips sink. 3 times last spring I popped an oar out and I wasn't even in a tail out...

I have a 16x54 fiberglass boat. When I got the boat the oars were unbelievably heavy and nearly killed me on my 1st float. I found that they were set up so the handles were 6 inches apart! I moved the oar stops down so the handles were 1" apart and it made a world of difference. Any other oar set-up ideas?

I like the idea of oar-rites. I take it most of you experienced oarsmen, recommend and use them?

I plan on rowing quite a bit this winter and don't know which oars to buy. Cataract or Sawyer lites. Probable a personal preference thing but I'd like to hear any pros/cons?

Thanks.