Freedom boats - Adaptive 1x and 2x
Swift’s adaptive boats (1x and 2x) are built using FISA’s design for adaptive boats, and have been approved by FISA for use in international competition. They are available in 2 grades of construction, either Club A or Club B, both of which are sandwich construction, so providing stiffness and durability, which is especially important in these flat bottomed boats, while at the same time keeping the weight manageable.
Sizes and crew weights of the boats
| Length mm | Width mm | Depth mm | Crew weight range kg (approx) | |
| 1x | 6360 | 510 | 265 | 65-105 |
| 2x | 9160 | 515 | 275 | 60-100 |
Riggers & Pontoons/Floats
In order to make the cockpit as accessible as possible,
both the 1x and 2x are built to take our aluminium wing riggers.
In order to allow ideal positioning of the pin (line of work), all adaptive 1x and
2x are built with 6 sets of holes to attach the wing rigger to the boat. The 2nd
hole from the stern is the default position. The rigger can be moved aft by 30mm,
changing the pin position by the same amount. It can also be moved towards the bow,
by 30, 60, 90 or 120mm. The reason to want to move the pin position relative to the
rower is to enable a better oar angle at the catch, leading to greater boat speed,
as well as more enjoyment.
In Spring 2010 we changed our mould for 1x and 2x so as to increase the length of
the cockpit, giving more room for adjustment of the stretcher towards the stern.
As with all our boats, it is also possible to specify your requirement for pin position,
span and work height, when ordering a boat.
In line with FISA’s rules of racing, only the adaptive 1x is supplied with pontoons/floats.
Our pontoons/floats are designed to be used on any rigger that uses a rigger block like our
ali wing and ali Euro riggers, ie. with a long hole, that is 12mm wide.
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From FISA’s “2007 FISA ADAPTIVE ROWING REGULATIONS” PART IV – BOATS AND CONSTRUCTION Regulation, Rule 31 – Boats and Equipment 3. Standard Adaptive 2x: The FISA Standard Adaptive 2x has a fixed seat andMAY have stabilizing pontoons. 4. Standard Adaptive 1x: The FISA Standard Adaptive 1x has a fixed seat andMUST have stabilizing pontoons. |
Seat deck, seat rails, seats and back supports
Our adaptive seat rail is of a very simple design. It is a “C” shaped profile, with a large surface on the base, to spread the load over the seat deck. Additionally, each rail is fixed to the seat deck with 7 bolts, to ensure a solid connection between the rail and boat.
Into this “C” profile we slide extra strong “T” shaped bolts, which together with hex locking nuts are used to fix the seat or back support to the seat rails (4 bolts, 1 for each corner). This is not a quick release system, but it does have 2 advantages, in that it can be adjusted with 1 hand, and that when all nuts are tightened, there is zero play/slack.
In Spring 2010 we started to offer 2 types of seat, both of which are independent of
the back support. One is a low profile version of our previous aluminium frame and soft
cushion seat (the previous version will be discontinued), and the other is a very low
profile, simple, flat carbon/PVC foam seat to which can be added your own cushioning.
Both seats can be used with leg straps. Seat position is adjustable fore and aft, along
the length of the seat rail.
Also in Spring 2010 we started to offer 2 types of back support. Both are based on our
previous aluminium and soft cushion frame, but with the back support completely independent
of the seat. One will be wide bodied, and the other will have a smaller width towards the
top, which smaller rowers will find allows better pull through with the arms. The position
of the seat back is adjustable fore and aft, along the length of the seat rail, as well as
being adjustable for angle.
Before starting to use any rowing equipment, especially seats and back supports, it is very important that any protruding parts, such as bolts, nuts and and edges are adequately covered with padding.
Also check that there is no direct contact between legs and seat rails.
Individuals who may be predisposed to developing pressure sores, such as persons with spinal cord injury should seek medical advice as to the most suitable interface between themselves and the seat.
Cushions should not only provide comfort, but help protect against the direct sitting pressures and shearing forces incurred in rowing.
Straps
In Spring 2010 we started to supply Velcro straps as standard, with one leg strap for each seat, and one chest strap for each back support.
Stretcher type
We offer both rowing shoes and flexfoot stretchers.
The rowing shoes have a quick release tag, and heel restraints. The flexfoot is our
own design, a modified version of that used by CII on its rowing machines, with an
enclosed (no hole) heel, and heel restraints. Please choose the most suitable for
your situation and safety.
For more details see “fittings” page.
Adaptive 1x and 2x boat weights
| Club A | Club B | Variation | |
| 1x | 24 | 26 | ±1kg |
| 2x | 37 | 40 | ±2kg |
The weights shown above include the following:
- 1x:
- Aluminium frame seat.
Aluminium frame back support (wide type).
Pair of pontoons/floats. - 2x:
- 2 of aluminium frame seats.
In 2009 FISA revised the boat weights for the adaptive 1x (from 22kg to 24kg) and 2x (from 36kg to 37kg.)
We are keen to make our boats the 1st choice for adaptive rowers. If you have any suggestions about how else we can do this, please let us know.
Adaptive 4+
We are also making the adaptive 4+, which is the standard Olympic shape and weight. For information on these boats, please see the rest of our website.
Combined adaptive and recreational boats
In Spring 2010 we stopped offering on our price list the combined adaptive
and recreational 1x and 2x. This does not mean that you cannot use these boats for both purposes.
If you wish to order a combined boat, please first order the boat as an adaptive version.
Then you will need to add the following spare parts;
- Seats (300mm wide)
- Seat rails (the holes in the seat deck for attaching rails will be the same for adaptive and recreational, so it is easy to change the rails)
- Riggers? (if you order an adaptive boat with an especially narrow span etc, you may need to order extra riggers for recreational use)
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