The traditional forcola's shape is the result of a centuries-long evolution. It allows the gondolier to place the oar in seven different positions to control and row the gondola in any situation. It is always customised according to the gondolier's height and personal rowing preferences.
In Venice even rowlocks and oars are special, just like the gondolas on which they are used. The Venetian rowlock is called a 'forcola', and today the ...
