The center line of the shell. Rudder Steering device at the stern. These knockers are used by the coxswain not only to steer the shell, but also to rap out the cadence of the stroke rate on the gunwale. A small fin located along the stern section of the hull. This helps to stabilize the shell in holding a true course when rowing.
All racing shells have a skeg.
The skeg should not be confused with the rudder. Bow The forward end of the shell. Also used as the name of the person sitting nearest to the bow. The rear end of the shell. Push the hands down fully at the finish to give the blade more height off the water.