„The segment of an oar located between the blade and handle. This part is essential for efficiently transferring power from the rower to the water.
Additionally, the term loom in a nautical context can also refer to the reflection of a light below the horizon due to certain atmospheric conditions. For instance, on a foggy night at sea, the lights of nearby vessels may appear to loom ominously through the fog.“
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The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics
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Navigation Rules And Regulations Handbook (Color Print): Containing - International & Inland Rules
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