Rowing Times Analysis: College Prospects - 2k & 6k Comparison

Question
Hi, I'm a highschool senior and I'm in the beginning of my 7th season rowing. I'm about 5ft 7, 145 lbs and my best 2k is 7:32, best 6k is 23:53..How do my times compare to others in my weightclass for college rowing?  

Answer
Hi Ben: Per the Concept II Database, Distribution of times for 16-18 year old lightweights is:

2K:

Average Time: 7:14.5

PERCENTILES
90th   75th   50th   25th
6:44.0 6:54.1 7:09.3 7:29.9

6K:

Average Time: 22:58.0

PERCENTILES
90th    75th    50th    25th
21:32.0 22:07.2 22:44.0 23:42.5

While your erg times are a bit below average, your combination of experience and technique may put you above average when in comes to on-water prowess.

Good Luck/AP