NRS Superston Open Oarlocks
- Our proprietary manganese bronze Superston alloy gives you amazing strength and outstanding rebound memory. Built tough for the toughest jobs, they are used by outfitters the world over.
- The 3 1/2" long shaft is precision turned to a 5/8" diameter and is drilled for a split ring fastener (included). They fit snugly in NRS Oar Mounts.
- The horn opening is 1 5/8" with a 2 3/8" inside diameter.
- Sold individually as well as in pairs, so be sure to order a spare.
- Compare the measurements under the Specs tab to those of your oar shaft to ensure a good fit with these oarlocks.
- Material: Proprietary Manganese and Bronze-alloy Construction
- 6 1/2" total length
- 3 1/2" long
- 5/8" shaft diameter
- 1 5/8" horn opening
- 2 3/8" inside diameter
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Ratings Distribution
94%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good control (4)
- Well built / quality (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Rivers (6)
- Day trip (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Advanced (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (17)
Most Liked Positive Review
Excellent Oarlock
I have been using Superston oarlocks for 15 yrs and have covered thousands of river miles and they have been bulletproof ! In response to 'dorydriver's ' review it's obvious by his photos of the...Read complete review
I have been using Superston oarlocks for 15 yrs and have covered thousands of river miles and they have been bulletproof ! In response to 'dorydriver's ' review it's obvious by his photos of the bent oarlocks that they were not held down in thier bushing. They could not have bent as shown in the photo if they had been. If allowed to lift out of the bushing to the limit of the keeper the shaft would be unsupported and would then bend.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Toughest??
After 1 grand canyon trip both oar locks bent enough that they are trashed. They never hit anything or were used to tie off, the shafts just warped.
After 1 grand canyon trip both oar locks bent enough that they are trashed. They never hit anything or were used to tie off, the shafts just warped.
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Comments about NRS Superston Open Oarlocks:
... comfortable in the alloy, particularly in shallow rivers. One truth still unexpectedly broke down, probably too loaded, but in NRS changed easily with the new. The service also on top! Thank you.
Pros
- Good Control
Cons
Best Uses
- River Running
Comments about NRS Superston Open Oarlocks:
I have been using Superston oarlocks for 15 yrs and have covered thousands of river miles and they have been bulletproof ! In response to 'dorydriver's ' review it's obvious by his photos of the bent oarlocks that they were not held down in thier bushing. They could not have bent as shown in the photo if they had been. If allowed to lift out of the bushing to the limit of the keeper the shaft would be unsupported and would then bend.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Held The Oar Well
Cons
- Soft Metal
Best Uses
- Day Trips
Comments about NRS Superston Open Oarlocks:
After 1 grand canyon trip both oar locks bent enough that they are trashed. They never hit anything or were used to tie off, the shafts just warped.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Arrived Very Quickly
- Good Control
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Day Trips
- Overnighters
- River Running
Comments about NRS Superston Open Oarlocks:
These are perfect for everything from day-trippin with paddlers, to long multi-day trips rowing a gear boat.
Next test will be the Grand Canyon.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Comments about NRS Superston Open Oarlocks:
It is exactly what I needed.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Merchant response: Most unusual bends. We're getting the oarlocks back for testing.