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Brand: Gaco
Online Retailer ID: 4142
Located in: Marine Supplies, Oars, Oarlocks and Paddles
Gaco oarlocks are light, strong and constructed from UV and corrosion resistant black polypropelene. The mounting pin (thole pin) is 10mm (3/8") hardened 316 SS for strength. Gaco oarlocks feature lower friction in both the horizontal and vertical planes and are naturally quiet in operation. The advanced design promotes a long service life that also prevents wear to the oars. Fits oars up to 2-1/4" in diameter. The set includes an adapter sleeve for use with a standard 1/2" rowlock socket. Oars Not Included.
Wonderful Oarlocks
By DBdotdot
from SE Connecticut on 7/17/2008
from SE Connecticut on 7/17/2008
Pros:
Good Control, Minimizes Fatigue, Reduces Flutter, Strong light smooth
Cons:
None
Best Uses:
Advanced Paddling Techniques, Day Trips, Touring
Describe Yourself:
Recreational
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
I have been using these oarlocks for three years and they are as tight as the first day. They do not squeak, rattle, or wobble. They are great for open water, rough conditions. You fit one set on oars and leave them, so if you have several length or style of oars, you'll have a set for each. They work perfectly and unless you want a super-traditional look, these are the best locks I've used from puttering around to full out fixed seat competition.
gaco is good
By don from eastern montana on 7/10/2008
from eastern montana on 7/10/2008
Pros:
Good Control, Minimizes Fatigue, Reduces Flutter
Best Uses:
Advanced Paddling Techniques, Day Trips, Touring
Describe Yourself:
Beginner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
the product seems perfect so far. i obviously cannot yet tell how durable it will be, but that will probably be ok too. it is designed so well that flaws in my oars i could not detect before are now easily detected.