Understanding Coxed Boats in Rowing and Crew Sports

Coxed refers to a boat that is propelled by rowers using oars, but also has a coxswain (a person who steers the boat and directs the rowers) on board. The term "coxed" is often used to describe boats that are used in competitive rowing events, such as regattas or head races.

In a coxed boat, the coxswain sits in the stern (rear) of the boat and uses a pair of oars to steer the boat while the rowers sit in front of them and use their oars to propel the boat forward. The coxswain is responsible for directing the rowers, calling out pace and stroke rates, and navigating the course.

Coxed boats are commonly used in crew sports such as rowing, where teams of rowers compete against each other in races. They are also used in sculling, where a single rower uses two oars to propel the boat.