I found it ironic that drifter posted a message about his "tank oars" on a day that I (and my shoulders) were complaining about mine. Maybe I am just getting old.......naw, hack, hack, wheez, wheez. Anyway, Cataracts appear to be the tool of choice. I am wondering, if I were to purchase some new Cats, would I notice a considerable difference in weight over my original wood oars? And also, what about length of oars? Any preferences? I have a 16' alumaweld boat (weighs a ton). Thanks guys, appreciate the help.

RiverMan