The rail caps had sockets for oarlocks, pivot guns and stanchions for awnings. This was a metal frame containing the sliding seat, foot stretcher, outriggers, and oarlocks. On 5 September Alexei jumped into a rowboat, hitting of the oarlocks. The only other essential pieces of hardware are rowlocks (also known as oarlocks). In sport rowing oarlocks were originally brass or bronze and open (no gate). Optional&colon; oarlocks, outboard motor bracket, and kick-up rudder. Furthermore, the RS Tera can be rowed and has oarlocks. By attaching outriggers to the gunwales, the oarlocks could be placed farther out. Oarlocks look like a pin topped with a U-shaped metal flange.