As the largest rowing shell in a fleet, the 8+ (eight) is about 60 feet long and carries eight rowers and a coxswain. In this boat, many say that the powerhouse sits in the middle four seats while the rhythm is set by the stroke pair (last two seats). The bow pair is important for making sure that the shell stays balanced. When all 8 rowers move together, the sound and feeling of an 8+ are unlike that in any other shell.
| Boat Name | Skill Level | Weight Class | Average Weight | Manufacturer | Color | Year & Model |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Donohoe | 2 | MWT | 150 – 180 | Vespoli | White & Red | 2003 EM |
| See Ya L-Eight-R | 2 | LWT | 110 – 150 | Vespoli | Black & Red | 2004 ES |
| Master Minds | 2 | MWT | 150 – 180 | Vespoli | Black | 2011 EM |
| Scarlett | 3 | MWT | 150 - 180 | Vespoli | Red | 2017 VHP55 |
| Stetson | 2 | MWT | 150 - 180 | Vespoli | Red | 2010 V1 EM8 |
| Dreadnought | 3 | MWT+ | 160 - 200 | Hudson | Maroon | 2014 |
| New Vespoli 8+ | 3 | MWT | 150 - 180 | Vespoli | Red | 2014 |