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These sleek racing dhows come in various sizes
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The dhows are reconstructed,often replacing all but
thekeel
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The hull exterior is covered with several layers of
varnish until it is as smooth as glass
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One of the dhows ready for transport
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The interior ribs in place, ready for the rowers'
benches
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There are usually three dhows being repaired at one
time
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Poles waiting for blades to be attched -- the oars
for each dhow
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Races are held on weekends in various emirates
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The forms used to shape the hull
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One of the larger racing dhows with construction
almost complete
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Dhows have teams of 12, 14, 16 or 18 oarsmen
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Rudders come in different designs
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A model dhow under the hull of a fishing dhow being
refitted
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