6k is a much more common rowing test than 5k and I think you'll see the most impressive times at that distance. I was not great at longer distances like 6k but my best was 21:07, as a lightweight. That means I went through 5k at 17:35 or so. So maybe I could have done 17:25? That was about 19 years ago ... My best 5k was last November at 17:58. So pretty close, if it counts being so far apart. A big difference though is that being heavier is a huge advantage on the erg and generally a disadvantage for running.

Edit: also rowing takes waaayyyyy more explosive leg strength than running (or cycling). Even at these longer distances.

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