Concept2 Pace Boat
What is Concept2 Pace Boat?
The PM5 pace boat feature shows a graphical representation of two boats: yours and a virtual pacer rowing at a user-defined split time. The display shows whether you are ahead or behind the pacer and by how many metres. This is one of the most useful PM5 features for both training and testing. For 2K tests, set the pace boat to your target average split — it provides real-time feedback on whether you are on track. For steady state, set it to your UT2 pace ceiling to ensure you do not drift too fast. The pace boat helps develop pacing awareness and reduces the cognitive load of constantly monitoring split numbers. You can also race against your previous performances stored in PM5 memory.
How Watta Uses Concept2 Pace Boat
The pace boat helps produce the consistent splits that earn high Pacing scores in Watta's Effort Score. Athletes who use the pace boat tend to produce more even-paced workouts, which the Pacing component (15% of score) rewards.
Further Reading
- Concept2 Training Resources — Official training guides and workout plans from Concept2.
- Concept2 RowErg Specifications — Technical specifications and performance monitor details.
- World Rowing — The international governing body for the sport of rowing.
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