Vesta Head of the River 2011

Photos and captions thanks to Philip Hughes

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Careful Mark, that might not be the bow ball you’re holding

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A moment of reflection

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Who’s got the longest bolt ?

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Nick packs his sandwiches

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Michael perfects his technique for standing on one foot in wellies

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Smile – you’re about to row the 2011 Vesta Veterans HORR

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Mud glorious mud

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Mark, Nick and John wish they’d also practised one legged standing in wellies

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More mud

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Good luck boys

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Hang on I recognise that cap...it’s RSS

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A bit “army” ..... needs some coaching

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Here they come

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Beautiful it ain’t...the view....not the KGSVBC rhythm

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The Vets return – tired but happy after a good run: 23m 38sec.

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Pete contemplates that first pint of Abbots

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The next generation ....

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Chip off the old block – “eyes shut rowing firm for 30” !