GMUNDEN, AUSTRIA, 28 May, 2023: A Racing Shell With 4 Rowers On Traunsee Lake, Traunstein Mountain In Background. Austria. Editorial Photo

In watercraft, a racing shell is an extremely narrow, and often comparatively long, rowing boat specifically designed for racing or exercise. It is outfitted with long oars, outriggers to hold the oarlocks away from the boat, and sliding seats. The boat's long length and semicircular cross-section reduce drag to a minimum. Traunsee is a beautiful lake in Salzkammergut, Upper Austria, Austria. At the North end of the lake is Gmunden, at the south end is Ebensee town. The lake is surrounded by mountains, including the Traunstein, and a number of other towns and villages surround the lake, including Altmunster and Traunkirchen.