Fears over drowning subside

Bet Lush is open once again....

We have 8 crews corporate crews racing at Bristol Avon Regatta in hope of winning some shiny pots, although the main aim for most crews will be avoiding the wooden spoon prize . Scenes of spidery crews drifting up and down the river are no more as each crew has come on in leaps and bounds in just 2 weeks.

Andy Porter has put forward two crews from his company, ParsonsBrinkhoff who are reported to be doing very well although doubts over one crew have been whispered as they've recruited 4 learn to row hopefuls (no experienced rowers allowed). This could go either way and after one outing, feedback is positive about their form as they managed to row all 8 together on their maiden voyage. Ruthy and Emily are currently holding the reigns and it will be the ex-women's squad coxswain, Katy, who takes Emily's place on the day. Could the club's best female coaching talents turn things around?

Nicky B/Emily/Katy joint effort- 3:1
Ruthy's L2R/Porter composite - 4:1

BAE, coxed by the our resident international coxswain Diego, have been moving together well. Could be a winner and have been consistent throughout.

Bet Lush odds - 5:3

Entec are also moving well but are disadvantaged by their coxswain, Jane - can she steer a straight line? If her sculling is anything to go by, doubts are well founded.

Bet Lush odds - 3:1

Gildas's employer, Nallatech have had a shaky start with holiday staking president over rowing. Still, they're a strong crew, possibly weighing in as the heaviest including their coxswain, and brute strength may prevail over technique in this instance.

Bet Lush Odds - 4:1

Unity, put forward by Stuart, have also had availability issues but are remarkably neat and tidy. The exact counter-argument to Nallatech's approach, could technique be the overall winner?

Bet Lush odds - 4:1

Edward Drummond are another crew benefiting from dedication and consistency. The keenest of the lot perhaps, inspired by the lovely Rach, and with an unparallelled competitive edge, they are hotly tipped.

Bet Lush odds - 5:1

Last but by no means least are an EC Harris, Bristol Airport composite who were introduced by ex-club member Nicky Heappy. They have had some early substitutions rocking the not-yet-stable boat. Just like their employer, this has caused problems in take-off but they have the potential and could put in a strong finish with Nicole's expert tuition.

Bet Lush Odds 3:1

Odds are changing rapidly, so keep up to date on their odds as the weeks progress...