The design: The Dreher Scull/Oar System was designed for optimum performance. Dreher oars are light-weight, rigid, and built to last. All shafts are autoclave cured at high temperature and pressure for maximum strength and durability. Only the best construction materials are used to make Dreher Oars and Sculls. All the major components are made from prepreg carbon or, in the case of the blades, sandwich core construction of prepreg carbon and specially formulated syntactic foam to obtain the highest quality parts with the desired strength, weight, weight distribution, durability and surface finish.

The design of the shaft/blade stem attachment point on Dreher Sweeps and Sculls is worthy of mention. The transition point between the blade stem and shaft is almost seamless. That is to say, the diameter of the Dreher blade stem is not as large as on other brands, nor is the shaft to blade stem transition as abrupt. As a result, the overall performance of Dreher oars are superior, especially as the stroke rate goes higher. Less effort goes into releasing the oar from the water, while less friction is observed on the drive as well. The result is smoother entry and extraction, which can be felt and appreciated by rowers who have tried other brands.

Some manufacturers use glass/foam composite for their blades and glass composite handles instead of stiffer, stronger, and lighter components made of carbon. Not only are the materials and design used in Dreher Oars are of higher quality, but the components are also modular. If a Dreher shaft is broken through a collision or an accident it can be easily replaced. The blade can also be as readily removed as well as the handle. The blade is held on with high temperature hot melt adhesive, so blades are easily removed with an industrial grade heat gun or torch. If blades are broken or as new blade shapes evolve, you might want to change your blades. With the Dreher modular system, this can be done without the expense of purchasing a new set of oars. The major advantage of the modular design is easy replacement of parts and protection against product obsolescence due to blade shape optimization.

Dreher Carbon Fixed Length Sculls: