Half-outrigged gigs became common; they had a reduced beam, and commanded more speed; they were used for cruising purposes as well as for racing.
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W. B. Woodgate Commentator: Harvey Mason
Many regattas offered prizes for pair oars with coxswains in outrigged gigs.
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W. B. Woodgate Commentator: Harvey Mason
The outrigged gig is liable to entanglement of rowlock in locks, and where craft are crowded, as at regattas.
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W. B. Woodgate Commentator: Harvey Mason