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Concept2 RowErg Indoor Rowing Machine - PM5 Monitor, Device Holder, Adjustable Air Resistance, Easy Storage

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Brand Concept2
Special Feature view your workout intensity in different units of measurement: pace, watts or calories
Color Black
Resistance Mechanism Air
Product Dimensions 24"D x 96"W x 14"H
Maximum Weight Recommendation 500 Pounds
Metrics Measured Odometer
Model Name RowErg
Frame Material Stainless Steel, Aluminum
Item Weight 57.32 Pounds

About this item

  • Integrated Device Holder allows you to keep your Smart Phone or Tablet securely in place. Compatible with over 40+ apps.
  • 14-inch seat height fits most uses. Adjustable footrests and ergonomic handle
  • Indoor rowing is an effective full-body and low-impact workout; flywheel design minimizes noise while maximizing a smooth feel
  • Includes the Performance Monitor 5, giving you accurate, comparable data for every row. Bluetooth and ANT+ functionality to connect wirelessly to apps and heart rate monitors.
  • Easily separates into two pieces for storage. Caster wheels make it mobile. Construction: Aluminum front legs and steel rear legs.
  • Space recommended for use is 9x4 feet; 500-pound user capacity; 5-year frame Warranty. Power Requirement:Takes two D cell batteries. During workout, the monitor draws power from the spinning flywheel to extend battery life
  • Included: Concept2 RowErg, Performance Monitor 5 Computer (PM5), Device Holder, User Manual, Pm5 Quick Start Guide, all tools for assembly and simple to follow instructions.

From the manufacturer

Concept2 Model D

The World's Best-Selling Rowing Machine

The dependable performance of the Concept2 Model D Indoor Rower has made it the best-selling rowing machine in the world for over 40 years.

Used by elite athletes for competitive training, the versatile Model D fits in as well in fitness facilities and home gyms as it does in boathouses around the world. The Model D fits your goals and your budget, offering a low-impact exercise accessible to anyone of any age.

Features

Performance Monitor

Concept2 Flywheel

Separates for Storage

ErgData App

Trust Your Workout Data

- Measure your progress with reliable, comparable data on every stroke.

- Workout options include time, distance and intervals.

- Easy on your eyes with backlit LCD display.

- Wireless Bluetooth and ANT+ compatibility for heart rate monitoring or apps.

- Save workouts to a USB flash drive (not included).

- Games included, and more.

Control Your Workout Intensity

- Air-resistance flywheel responds to every stroke.

- Control the air flow with an easy change of the damper.

- Damper levels 1-10.

- Minimal noise.

- Smooth feel.

Easy to Assemble, Move and Store

- Easy to assemble with only 8 screws.

- Rolls smoothly on caster wheels while fully assembled.

- Separates into two pieces for storage.

- Releases quickly without tools using a framelock mechanism.

- Stored dimensions: 25 in x 33 in x 54 in (63.5 cm x 83.8 cm x 137.2 cm).

Stay Motivated

- Connects with a wide range of popular fitness apps.

- Free ErgData app records and stores workouts on your smartphone.

- Sign up for Concept2’s Workout Of the Day (WOD) emails.

- Join an Online Challenge.

- Online rankings allow you to compare yourself against others.

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Included from Concept2

For over forty years, Concept2 has been designing and manufacturing innovative, high-quality products out of Morrisville, Vermont.

Included with your Purchase: Performance Monitor 5 computer, Model D User Manual, Performance Monitor Quick Start Guide, tools and illustrated assembly instructions.

Warranty: Limited 2-year and 5-year warranty included.

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Model D/E Comparison Model D with PM5 Model E with PM5
Price $945 (includes shipping) + tax $1160 (includes shipping) + tax
Which machine is right for you? The Model D is designed to deliver an effective cardiovascular workout at an affordable price. It is commercial-grade for use in home or gyms. Seat is at a 14” (36 cm) height. The Model E sits 6” higher off the ground (20”/51 cm), making it easier to get on and off for those with mobility concerns. The athlete rows sitting at a standard chair height.
Monitor Arm Positioning The PM5 (included) can be pivoted to many positions, allowing the athlete to adjust height and angle. For storage, the monitor arm can be tucked away. The longer aluminum monitor arm is fixed in position, putting the PM5 (included) in direct reach. The monitor angle can be adjusted.
Chain Our nickel-plated steel chain requires little maintenance—just oil every 40 hours of use! The nickel-plated steel chain is fully housed for extra protection from dust and grime. Oil every 40 hours of use.
Construction The Model D is commercial grade quality made of aluminum front legs and steel rear legs. The Model E adds rugged appeal with welded steel construction. Solid one-piece front leg.
Paint coat finish Powder coat finish is both attractive and durable. Glossy finish adds aesthetic appeal.
Machine weight 57 lb (26 kg) 65 lb (29 kg)
Shipping box One box: 15 in x 21.5 in x 56 in (38 cm x 55 cm x 142 cm) One box: 25 in x 29 in x 58 in (64 cm x 74 cm x 148 cm)
Shipping weight 70 lb (32 kg) 85 lb (40 kg)

Product Description

The Concept2 Model D rowing machine features an advanced PM5 Performance Monitor, improved ergonomically designed handles, adjustable foot-rests, and a flywheel designed for smooth movement with minimal noise. The Model D has a comfortable 14" (seat) height with an aluminum I-beam monorail and stainless steel track for a consistent back-and-forth slide. When done training, you can quickly break down the rower into two segments for storage or use the included caster wheels for easy transport. The Concept 2 Rower provides one of the more comprehensive, full-body workouts of any fitness machine. Engineered to last a lifetime, it's low impact enough for use in physical rehabilitation centers, and intensive enough to be used by the world's fittest athletes.Power Requirement: Takes two D cell batteries. During your workout, the monitor draws power from the spinning flywheel to extend battery life.

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4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9 out of 5
12,496 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of assembly, performance, value, durability, and quality of the rowing machine. They mention that it's an excellent workout device, gives a great full-body workout, and is worth buying. They appreciate the glide rail is solid and the seat doesn't jiggle loosely on the horizontal.

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1,211 customers mention1,178 positive33 negative

Customers find the assembly of the rowing machine to be extremely easy, straightforward, and straightforward. They also appreciate the clear instructions and the fact that no tools are needed. Overall, they say maintenance is fairly simple.

"...Super easy. My wife who is 5' 6" is using it some, too. My 21 year-old son who is 6' 4" uses it also...." Read more

"...it if it wasn't something I could use well. Assembly was probably the easiest of anything I've ever owned...." Read more

"...Maintenance:Overall, maintenance is fairly simple.- Wipe down the rail once in a while.- Oil the chain every 50hrs of use...." Read more

"...The seat is comfortable enough. The machine weighs only 55 pounds. Assembly is easy and taking it apart to store is a 5 second job...." Read more

1,195 customers mention1,186 positive9 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the rowing machine. They mention that it is an excellent workout device, providing a good full-body workout. They appreciate the exercise recommendations in the manual and on the website for them to tailor the machine to their needs. They also appreciate the variety of new workouts and the motivating buddies on the screen.

"...My body doesn't feel beat up, and the variety of a new workout every day or podcast class, and there has been no boredom factor." Read more

"...The machine is quite. Not silent but you can watch TV while using it without having the volume to max...." Read more

"...I use it daily for the most part for roughly 5K. I enjoy that it's full body and get less bored during the workout than I usually do running or on a..." Read more

"...It's definitely a full-body workout...." Read more

1,115 customers mention1,045 positive70 negative

Customers find the value of the rowing machine to be great. They say it's the best machine money can buy, and it holds its value. Customers also say it’s commercial grade and rock solid, and is the best piece of gym equipment.

"...I love that there is no monthly membership to use this unlike the Peleton or other machines...." Read more

"...If you are going to use it, it is well worth the investment." Read more

"...health, and if you ever decide to sell it, you'll see that they hold their value. You'll rarely find one for re-sale for less than 800...." Read more

"What's to say? This is simply the best rower on the market. Frankly, is the only one you should consider buying...." Read more

1,081 customers mention1,057 positive24 negative

Customers are satisfied with the durability of the rowing machine. They mention that it is well constructed, has fantastic quality, and is built to last. The glide rail is solid, and the seat does not jiggle loosely on the horizontal. The product is well packaged and secured.

"...The workouts on the website and podcast are 25 to 35 minutes and I'm stronger, leaner, and have more aerobic endurance than before I started using..." Read more

"...LOL Eight screws and the screwdriver was included. The item is well-made and feels sturdy but wasn't too heavy for me to assemble on my own very..." Read more

"...Everything is well packaged and secured. Little risk of damage unless someone drops or smashes the box...." Read more

"...And when you get on it, you can see why. This machine is rock solid. Smooth seat glide. Authentic crew rowing reach and range of motion...." Read more

363 customers mention334 positive29 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the rowing machine. They mention it's amazing, highly customizable, and full of useful information. They appreciate the storage of each session as a valuable tool for assessing progress. They also mention that the C2 website provides an incredible array of useful reference materials, including a great video on adaptive rowing for those with physical limitations. They describe the rower as one of the best route machines out there and say the tech aspect is probably its best feature.

"...All have been great and motivational. The podcast is like taking a spin class with an instructor...." Read more

"...They also have a great video on adaptive rowing for those with physical limitations...." Read more

"...The rail system is nice and smooth feeling. No complaints on that...." Read more

"...This machine is rock solid. Smooth seat glide. Authentic crew rowing reach and range of motion. Excellent pull and recoil of the chain...." Read more

361 customers mention282 positive79 negative

Customers like the noise level of the rowing machine. They say it's not so noisy that it causes any disruption to the household, and that it has a rhythmic quality.

"...It's not the quietest rower on the market, but it's by no means loud. Noise is more on par with a loud fan - which is basically what it is...." Read more

"...The chain is quiet as well, which has been an issue with other rowers I've used...." Read more

"...It operates very smoothly and in my opinion, it’s fairly quiet...." Read more

"...It was smooth as silk. Very little noise; not silent but a gentle whirling sound...." Read more

320 customers mention316 positive4 negative

Customers are satisfied with the smoothness of the rowing machine. They mention that it runs extremely smooth due to the flywheel being so finely balanced and tuned. The glide is smooth, and the motion is smooth like butter. The seat slider action is smooth and comfortable enough to not be noticeable even after 30 minutes. The chain is smooth.

"...This machine is rock solid. Smooth seat glide. Authentic crew rowing reach and range of motion. Excellent pull and recoil of the chain...." Read more

"...Handle is comfortable and easy to hold for extended time. Seat slider action is smooth and comfortable enough to not be noticeable even after 30..." Read more

"...+ Long rail, which makes it great for very tall users.+ Smooth rowing action, with durable chain-driven mechanism...." Read more

"...It was smooth as silk. Very little noise; not silent but a gentle whirling sound...." Read more

237 customers mention237 positive0 negative

Customers find the mobility of the rowing machine to be great. They mention that it's easy to move, disassemble, and store away. They also say that the motion feels quite natural, and the seat glides silently.

"...I have lost 5 pounds and know that I am improving not only my cardiovascular system but I am getting stronger and more flexible as I can see..." Read more

"...I would say the motion felt quite natural after 25K and you only improve after that with fatigue being the real hinderance to maintaining form all..." Read more

"...Smooth seat glide. Authentic crew rowing reach and range of motion. Excellent pull and recoil of the chain...." Read more

"...Operation: the seat moves really smooth, as does the chain and fan...." Read more

Excellent Piece of Exercise Equipment ... Well Built ... Small Footprint ... Great Workout!
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Excellent Piece of Exercise Equipment ... Well Built ... Small Footprint ... Great Workout!
I have owned the Concept2 Model D Indoor Rowing Machine for two years. It is the best piece of workout equipment I have ever owned. It is well built. Collapses for easy storage. Provides 10 levels of resistance guaranteed to provide a spirited workout regardless of age or physical condition. This is a best-in-class product ... and well worth the investment.I bought this rower because I wanted to add rowing to my exercise regimen. I have a LifeFitness Elliptical machine, an Octane Fitness Recumbent Elliptical, a True Fitness treadmill and a LifeSpan Exercise Bike. These are commercial grade pieces of equipment. I learned long ago that when buying exercise equipment for the home it is best to buy commercial grade because it is more durable and thus lasts longer. The Concept2 Model D Indoor Rowing Machine is certainly worthy of the commercial grade moniker ... but the manufacturer downplays that aspect of the machine.I have this rower set up in our spare bedroom. I do my rowing for 30 minutes most every evening. I turn on the television and set about to row. The movement of the chain drive is smooth ... no jerky motion as the chain uncoils and recoils. There is a fan blade style resistance wheel that is located within the circular housing at the from of the machine. A level on the housing allows you to set your resistance between 1 (easy) to 10 (hard). I find 3 give me a fine workout that elevates my heart rate without causing my heart to beat through my chest.The rower has a monochrome display that can show several variables. There is also an iPhone app which will pace you against your friends or your personal best time ... and save your results. The app is full color display and is easy to read while rowing on the machine.When I finish my workout I take the rower apart and store it in the corner of the room. It takes literally 10 seconds to disassemble this rower. I have been doing this for nearly every day for two years without issue or incident. The weight capacity of this rower is well over 350lbs. The parts are solid. As I mentioned ... this is a commercial grade piece of equipment as far as I'm concerned. The only maintenance required is to oil the chain and seat rail about twice a year. That's it.I have attached a few pictures of the Concept2 Model D Indoor Rowing Machine. I am extremely pleased with this purchase. Five stars.
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Annette P Demsey
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a piece of fitness equipment you will use.
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2020
Color: BlackVerified Purchase
I was thinking of buying one prior to the shutdown, but once my gym closed, I bought it the next day. I had some familiarity with using a concept 2 in my gym but was much more inclined to swim, run, or bike in the past. I've used this nearly every day since buying it nearly two months ago. The Concept 2 website has instructional videos, workouts of the day, and even a podcast. All have been great and motivational. The podcast is like taking a spin class with an instructor. I love that there is no monthly membership to use this unlike the Peleton or other machines. The fact that the monitor is battery powered means I don't have to plug it in, which is another plus. I have it set up in my garage and don't move it around, so I can't speak to the portability, or if you want to put it away in a closet. Some people have asked about paying for set up. I am far from Mr. Fixit, but I put this together in 15 to 20 minutes by myself. Super easy. My wife who is 5' 6" is using it some, too. My 21 year-old son who is 6' 4" uses it also. We have all found it to be a very welcome respite from this time of shelter in place. I'll definitely keep using it, and only go back to the gym in the future to do things I can't do at home, like swim, because rowing daily, and following the workouts are the secret sauce that have really ramped up my fitness. The workouts on the website and podcast are 25 to 35 minutes and I'm stronger, leaner, and have more aerobic endurance than before I started using it. Some of this is the convenience of it being at home instead of a trip to the gym. Because of this travel time, I was working out less - 2 to 4 days a week. Another big part of the results are the no impact, very hard workouts, which are interval style workouts. My body doesn't feel beat up, and the variety of a new workout every day or podcast class, and there has been no boredom factor.
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Hopesbud
5.0 out of 5 stars Row, Row, Row Your Boat
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2016
Color: BlackVerified Purchase
I have owned most types of exercise equipment out there: treadmills, climbers, Spinbikes, recumbent bikes, total gym, ab machines, ellipticals, weight benches and all sorts of small do-hickys that were made to help you maintain or get into shape. No, I'm not a shopaholic LOL I am naturally small to average size but need to stay fit and healthy. Over the past year or so I have hit that dreaded time my mom and Aunts always warned about: that time when everything you ate stayed with you and loosing a quick five pounds was no longer a simple thing. One big note here though; One of the reasons I have had so many different types of exercise equipment over the years is, I have cerebral palsy and need to stay at a healthy weight and try to keep flexibility and cardiovascular health as high as I can have. Unfortunately I have found that many types of exercise equipment have something that prohibits me being able to use them effectively. For example, the total gym is a great piece of equipment however most of the exercises that I want to use involve laying on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the slide board. For me it is nearly impossible because of my muscle tightness I am unable to do that as well as a lot of the other exercises that require a bit of balance or flexibility that I just don't have. I also have weaker leg muscles so a lot of the other equipment seemed to either wear me out immediately, or I'd have to used my upper body exclusively. Several months ago I began thinking about a rower. I actually ordered and canceled a different, less expensive rower that had gotten good reviews here because I'd been reading independent review sites and the Concept 2 had always gotten great reviews and I knew I wouldn't be happy with lower quality. The water rowers looked good too but frankly I couldn't swing the cost especially since as much as I hoped a rower would work for me I knew the odds were I'd be selling it if it wasn't something I could use well.
Assembly was probably the easiest of anything I've ever owned. The hardest part was getting the two pieces out from the Styrofoam! LOL Eight screws and the screwdriver was included. The item is well-made and feels sturdy but wasn't too heavy for me to assemble on my own very easily. All you are doing is attaching a V shape bracket to the rower and then down to the flat piece that sits on the floor. Once assembled you just lift the front piece of the machine (one handed it's not too heavy) and the back part has a little hook shaped end that goes down on a bar on the front piece and you lower the machine and the parts lock together. The machine is long but narrow. Storing may not be as easy as a machine that just folds but stays in one piece, but on the other hand having the two pieces come completely apart could make storage easy if you needed to put each piece away in different area.
Now for the usage: As I have said I do have limitations and I do know they make a different model that sits up higher off the ground and it is supposed to be easier to get on and off if you have any type of balance or mobility issues however I chose this model because I felt it would be easier for me to get on and off. I did have to make one adaptation: because I do not have normal flexibility, I found that once my feet were strapped in I could not quite reach the handlebar to begin rowing, so I borrowed my Service Dogs tug rope she uses to open doors and attached it to the handlebar of the rower. It gives me the extra length that I need that once I am seated with my feet strapped in I can use the rope and pull the handle bar up to begin rowing. If you are heavier or built where you're not able to reach the bar comfortably this is an easy fix.
When I first began using the rower I found as I had expected that I was using very little to no legs, however after just a week I am able to use my legs some. Nowhere near the "normal" amount of a correct row form where your legs are doing about 60% of the work, but I have seen enough improvement already to know that as I continue my leg strength will improve enough to where I will be rowing in a more full body natural form. The reason I am saying this is just to let you know that even if you are limited and you're not able to start out with the "correct" rowing style, you can still use this machine. I think it is important however to know what the correct form is. I would suggest going to the Concept2 website and watching a video. It's not difficult at all but I do like to remind myself as a row that it's legs core arms and then arms core legs. Since I did not have leg strength to begin with I needed to be aware of not pulling with my back. They also have a great video on adaptive rowing for those with physical limitations. So you can see that this really is something that everyone can use and benefit from.
The machine is quite. Not silent but you can watch TV while using it without having the volume to max. You set the amount of air to allow through the machine by sliding a "damper" lever. The more air the more resistance but your pull also makes a difference so you can get a more challenging workout just by changing when and how fast you pull. The monitor is small but the numbers are large and easy to read. It has several features but I find the "Just Row" is what I'm using now. I also have an app on my phone and the rower and my phone connect via Bluetooth and it will log my information so I can have a record of my workouts. The app also offers a verbal feature so if you are visually impaired you can know how you are rowing as far as distance and time.
They also have software that allows you to see yourself in a boat rowing against other people that you can see on a monitor or your tv.
Even though I've only had the machine two weeks I can easily say it will be one of the very few that I will keep and use. It is by far my favorite and I'm already seeing improvements. I have lost 5 pounds and know that I am improving not only my cardiovascular system but I am getting stronger and more flexible as I can see improvements in my leg use. I started with 0% legs and now am maybe 10% and that's a big improvement that will only get better. Oh and I will add that it is FUN!!! I actually enjoy rowing. Something about the repetitive movements and sound I find enjoyable.
I do not give five stars often at all because I am extremely critical and consider all factors. This rower and the company has not only met but exceeded my expectations and I would recommend it without hesitation.
I'm looking forward to using this for years and seeing a real improvement in my health and happiness. If you have been considering this rower I would say go for it!
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hshea
5.0 out of 5 stars Great piece of exercise equipment
Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2020
Color: BlackVerified Purchase
I have never rowed on the water or used these machines with any professional guidance so feel free to take what I say with a grain of salt. I waited to get at least 100K on this machine first (~10 hrs of active use time) so as to provide as good of a review as possible. If my feelings on it change over time, I'll update, but fairly confident my opinion won't change. So onto the review.

The machine is fantastic for it's intended purpose. If you enjoy rowing, then this machine doesn't disappoint in that area. My knowledge of mechanics for how to row is entirely from watching technique videos on youtube. My natural inclination for the motion was probably 85% correct already, but it was good to see how it's supposed to be done to really do it properly from the start. I would say the motion felt quite natural after 25K and you only improve after that with fatigue being the real hinderance to maintaining form all the time.

Hardware:
Comes in a easy to handle box that actually has cutouts for your hands to grab onto. Made it easy for me to carry in myself. Depending on your strength, you might want a second person to help carry it. Everything is well packaged and secured. Little risk of damage unless someone drops or smashes the box.

Assembly is simple. Just a handful of screws to attach the front legs. Then attach the rail to the main 'head' and you are done. The attaching of the rail is just line up and snap together. Very easy. 20 mins at most including time to take things out of the box.

The rail system is nice and smooth feeling. No complaints on that. The seat on the other hand, leaves a bit to be desired, but it isn't the end of the world. It's just hard plastic essentially and will be fine for short distance rows, but you definitely start to feel discomfort sitting on it on longer rows. I would highly suggest getting some sort of pad. I would recommend something low profile and with firmer support vs memory foam or anything that compresses as I find that firm but not plastic hard support to feel the best. It won't eliminate discomfort on long rows but it makes a difference for sure. Should be noted that over time, the discomfort seems to lessen.

Handles are fine. No thrills, but nothing bad. Handle grip is rubber textured, and comfortable enough. If you are new like me, you'll develop some calluses most likely, but nothing unbearable. Proper hold is loose grip and mine have developed without tearing or causing any issues. Shouldn't be an issue.

PM5 is a bit dated looking but it does the job it needs to do. Programming workouts is simple and the predefined workouts aren't bad. There's no option to set multiusers on the PM5 itself sadly, but you can use a USB thumb drive. Using the Concept 2 software on your computer, you can format and set each thumb driver to an individual user (still one per user, but any cheap spare small storage one you have will suffice). Alternatively, and what I use is the ErgData app on my phone to sync with the PM5 via bluetooth. It has horrible reviews and I was skeptical of it at first, but have had 0 issues with it so far. The plus side is if you use it, it produces charts some charts for you if you upload to the online log book. Uploading data only collected from the PM5 itself or with the USB thumb drive doesn't produce these charts.

Noise:
It's noticeable... I personally don't mind it while I'm working out, but it may be distracting if you are watching something. I usually just use wireless earbuds and it blocks out most of the noise from the flywheel and I can watch vids or listen to music comfortably enough. Others may not appreciate the noise though. My little one complained :) I originally had this in the living room, but moved it to the basement to spare him the noise when he is trying to study or watch some tv. I've read the noise can be annoying in some condo dwellings, so something to consider.

Size:
It's long. Make sure you have the space per the dimensions specified. When broken down into 2 pieces, it is about the size of my exercise bike. Breaking down and re-attaching the 2 pieces is quick and simple, but still a bit tedious if you are doing it every day. If you use it often (daily) you might want to have a space you can leave it as one piece all the time, but it's certainly not a deal breaker to have to break it down to put to the side. Takes less than a minute.

Maintenance:
Overall, maintenance is fairly simple.
- Wipe down the rail once in a while.
- Oil the chain every 50hrs of use. C2 recommends SAE 20 oil and specifically the 3 in 1 Multipurpose oil but any 20W should work. I actually went with the 3 in 1 Motor Oil as that is actually SAE 20 whereas the multipurpose I think is light weight but either should be fine. You can put some on the rollers under the seat as well if you like. I do this every so often.
- Clean out the fly wheel at your discretion. I'm sure there's a recommended period, but it'll probably depend on how dusty your environment is. This can be done with a vac and if it gets really dirty, you might need to take off the cover (just a few screws).

Overall impressions:
I have enjoyed the rower a lot. I use it daily for the most part for roughly 5K. I enjoy that it's full body and get less bored during the workout than I usually do running or on a exercise bike. If you needed just one piece of equipment and one workout, this machine certainly is a good choice given how many body parts are worked in each stroke (assuming you are doing it properly). I do supplement with weights and other workouts, but imagine doing just rowing would be good enough for most. The only downside is the noise and that is subjective; you may or may not care about that.

This is not a cheap piece of equipment so be honest with yourself. Do you actually think you will enjoy it? Don't just get it because people told you rowing is great. If you don't really want to do it, it makes for an expensive drying rack or dust collector. If you are going to use it, it is well worth the investment.
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Moop
5.0 out of 5 stars Best thing ever invented
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 10, 2022
Color: BlackVerified Purchase
This rowing machine is almost absurdly good.

It arrives in a giant box, and the whole thing is absolutely massive so you really need a large area for it - it’s not wide, but it’s incredibly long.

It arrives in 2 pieces and it comes with instructions so you can put it together but, literally, you just screw the legs on then clip the two parts together and you’re done. I was worried it would be flimsy but, somehow, clipping it together forms an almost solid steel bar.

If you don’t have room to leave it “open” you can just unclip it to store it in two parts against the wall and it’s well made enough that the clipping and unclipping probably wouldn’t damage it but, to be honest, if you do have room to leave it as is I would really recommend it because over time wear and tear at the join *could* affect its durability.

The seat is surprisingly comfortable - I remember using the rowing machine at the gym in my twenties and my bum being angry at me for days. Presumably over the years they’ve made them more comfortable, but you can order a specific seat cushion for it if your coccyx has words with you.

It’s good and quiet to use with just a fan that whooshes as you row, and the LCD screen tracks your speed, how far you’ve rowed and how long you’ve been rowing.

The LCD screen has myriad buttons on it, too, where you can program specific workouts including Racing mode and Games but we only use the Just Row option and then heave ho until our legs get a bit wibbly.

To be honest it, all a bit high-tech: you can connect it to various apps and monitors using Bluetooth and something called ANT+ (?) but we’re luddites who just want to go for a row in our front room.

It’s a bit like having an iPhone or an expensive camera - you know it does loads of fancy gubbins but you just need it for the basics and having a dabble with the gubbins is really, really fun but ultimately you always go back to the fundamentals.

And the thing is, the fundamentals of this thing are *amazing*. The rowing motion is smooth and sleek and, even as a bit of a chubber, it feels absolutely rock steady beneath me. It doesn’t even wobble.

Just quickly: on the flywheel there’s a dial that goes from 1 to 10 and I assumed that was the resistance. I actually put it to 10 because the resistance wasn’t increasing so I wondered if it was faulty. Have no fear, it isn’t broken! That dial doesn’t increase resistance, it’s a damper - essentially the higher the number, the heavier the boat you’re rowing. The instructions recommend setting it to between 3 and 5 to simulate a sleek, fast rowing experience.

So, is it with the money? My goodness YES. We went back and forth for a while because of the cost but it’s worth every single penny. This will be with us for years to come and not compromising on the quality is so worth it for something like this. It feels like a better piece of kit than the professional rowing machines I used to use in the gym... if you’re thinking of ordering it, don’t hesitate a single second. It’s absolutely bloody marvellous.
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Matthieu C
5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptionnel un achat pour la vie!
Reviewed in France on January 11, 2021
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Acheté pendant l'année 2020 pour faire du sport à mon domicile. Le produit est absolument extraordinaire: la robustesse n'est plus a prouver, le design est plutôt joli et ne dénote pas dans un intérieur, la qualité de fabrication irréprochable. Attention le produit est particulièrement long et massif une fois assemblé, il faut effectivement de la place en longueur. Concernant l'utilisation, le mouvement est d'une fluidité absolue ce qui permet de doser parfaitement son effort sans risquer la moindre blessure. Il existe une roue de réglage manuelle sur 10 positions qui permet de régler la difficulté (cela permet de simuler un bateau qui glisse plus ou moins bien sur l'eau), le réglage conseillé est au milieu soit "5". Ce qui différencie l'ergomètre de tous les autres appareils c'est le principe du choix de la difficulté. Ici il ne faut pas changer le réglage (à "5" de la roue mais plutôt de fournir un effort à une cadence régulière, sur une durée choisie et à une puissance choisie (les trois paramètres sont importants). C'est sur ce point que le moniteur PM5 fait la différence avec les autres marques et modèles. L'affichage est exhaustif et complet: la référence est le temps moyen au 500 mètres, mais cette moyenne s'affiche simultanément selon trois bases de temps (le temps instantané, le temps moyen au 500 mètres sur un intervalle choisit (par exemple 10 minutes) et le temps moyen au 500 mètres total sur l'intégralité de la séance. Ces trois informations permettent de doser avec une précision diabolique son effort et donc de voir d'une séance sur l'autre ses progrès ce qui est très encourageant. Il est possible de faire une séance en sélectionnant: une durée (ex: 1 heure), un nombre de calorie à bruler (ex: 700 Cal ou kcal), une distance totale à parcourir (12km). Ensuite il est possible de mixer les choix précédents pour faire des entrainements fractionnés et travailler sur l'intensité avec des passages de récupération... Franchement tous ce que vous voudrez paramétrer est possible. Maintenant depuis un mois et demi que je l'utilise au début séances de 15-20 minutes puis maintenant j'alterne des séances quasi quotidiennes soit de 45 minutes (500 Cal) soit de une heure (700 Cal). J'ai perdu 3 kgs (même si ce n'est absolument pas mon objectif mais c'est très agréable de se sentir bien), je me sens en pleine forme physique (plus d’essoufflement dans les escaliers, je bricole avec les bras en l'air pendant 12 heures ou après une journée de jardinage et je n'ai pas de courbature, je ne me fais plus de claquages musculaires avec des faux mouvements), l'impact sur la qualité du sommeil est aussi incroyable. Pour terminer et surtout pour protéger ma santé j'ai acheté une ceinture cardio polar H9 complètement compatible ce qui me permet de surveiller mon rythme cardiaque pendant l'effort et de ne pas dépasser 160 (dans mon cas). Au bout d'un mois et demi sur le même exercice j'ai diminué ma fréquence cardiaque durant l'effort de 15 battements par minutes (de 155 à 140) ce qui reflète à mon avis significativement le renforcement cardiaque et musculaire. Livré avec l'appareil il y a un support pour smartphone qui se monte sur l'écran PM5 (dans mon cas complètement inutile). Pendant l'effort je ne m'ennuie pas car je regarde des épisodes de série TVs ou des films. Les seuls points négatifs sont la longueur, le bruit pendant l'effort de la roue et de l'air qui est quand même important pour l'entourage, le siège est dur et pendant le premier mois fait clairement mal aux fessiers (après les muscles se forment et absolument plus aucune douleur), l'unique entretien nécessaire est de déposer quelques gouttes d'huile sur la chaîne tous les six mois, et une petite pipette n'est pas fournie avec... (vu le prix de l'appareil, bon...). Je suis ravi de mon achat et je pense que cet achat me servira pendant les 30 prochaines années vu la qualité du produit. Cerise sur le gâteau, les pièces sont disponibles très facilement.

Mise a jour du 27/07/2021: Après quasiment 1 an je suis toujours aussi satisfait, aucune blessure avec un usage modéré (environ 10 séances de 45 minutes par mois lorsqu'au début je faisais 20 séances par mois). L'appareil n'a pas pris le moindre jeu après 700 kms quand même. L'enthousiasme et la motivation des premiers mois ne retombe pas car l'impact sur la forme physique et le sommeil au quotidien s'en ressent... A acheter les yeux fermés!
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Kian
5.0 out of 5 stars Mejor compra de todos los tiempos
Reviewed in Mexico on November 23, 2019
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Tenía una remadora de agua y decidí comprar esta, ahora me doy cuenta que la anterior remadora me engañaba en cuanto al esfuerzo y distancias que estaba remando (me di cuenta porque supuestamente remaba los 2K en el mismo tiempo que los seleccionados olímpicos). La remadora concept2 se siente súper bien construida y se nota que le han pensado cada detalle y mejorado con el tiempo. Lo que me hizo decidir más es que venden todas las refacciones y estas comprando una remadora que va a durar más que tú; mi hija de 5 años me pregunto si algún día va a ser suya y le conteste que por supuesto
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Nils1971
5.0 out of 5 stars Eine der besten Kaufentscheidungen, die ich je getätigt habe!
Reviewed in Germany on March 22, 2024
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Ich hatte zu dem Gerät bereits im Jahr 2020 eine Rezension verfasst. Da ich nun von jahrelanger Nutzung und auch von Erfahrungen mit dem Kundenservice berichten kann, kommt hier nun eine aktuelle Version meiner Bewertung.
Seit über 8 Jahren habe ich das Gerät durchschnittlich etwa 2 Mal pro Woche im Einsatz. Der Trainingscomputer zeigt mittlerweile fast 3,5 Millionen abgespulte Meter an.
Die hochwertige Verarbeitung macht sich absolut bezahlt. Das Gerät funktioniert genauso tadellos wie am ersten Tag, - und ich bin genauso begeistert. Nichts klappert oder wackelt. Bei geringem Wartungsaufwand werde ich bestimmt noch lange Freunde an dem Sportgerät haben.
Der Rower hat keinen überflüssigen Firlefanz wie ein großes, buntes Display usw. Das Gerät ist auf das Wesentliche reduziert und absolut funktional.
Auch eine Widerstandseinstellung - wie sie Rower mit magnetischen Widerstandssystem aufweisen - sucht man vergebens.
Vergleichbar dem Rudern auf dem Wasser steigt der Widerstand ganz natürlich mit dem investierten Krafteinsatz. Je heftiger man sich mit dem Beinen abstößt, desto mehr Luftwiderstand wird vom Windrad erzeugt. Selbst olympische Ruderer trainieren mit dem Gerät. Wenn User sich hier beklagen, dass der Widerstand zu gering sei, kann ich das entsprechend so gar nicht nachvollziehen. JEDER kann sich mit dem Gerät innerhalb von wenigen Minuten bis zur Grenze seiner Erschöpfung belasten, - das steht außer Frage. Auf dem Gerät werden sogar Indoor-Rowing-Weltmeisterschaften abgehalten, an denen Hochleistungs-Ruderer teilnehmen (siehe z.B. Oliver Zeidlers Sieg 2023).
Das relativ laute Rauschen der Luft im Windrad stört mich nicht. Meine Hifi-Anlage ist lauter und meist rudere ich mit In-Ear-Kopfhörern.
Der hervorragende Trainingscomputer lässt sich sehr einfach mit dem Smartphone koppeln und dann kann man die ebenfalls vorzügliche ErgData-App nutzen, um Workouts zu erstellen und die Trainingsergebnisse zu überwachen. Ebensoleicht lässt sich der PM5-Monitor mit einem Polar-Puls-Burstgurt koppeln. Dann zeigen der Monitor und auch das Smartphone den Puls an und man kann die Trainingsbelastung danach steuern.
Was mich kürzlich restlos begeisterte, ist der tolle Kundenservice von Concept2. Nachdem ich erstmalig für eine gründliche Wartung und Reinigung das Windrad abmontiert hatte ist mir beim Zusammenbau wohl ein kleiner Fehler unterlaufen. Die Achse des Windrades hatte plötzlich zu viel Spiel. Da ich den Fehler nicht selbst fand, schrieb ich eine E-Mail an den Kundenservice. Bereits am folgenden Tag hatte ich eine Antwort im Postfach. Da ich diese nicht verstand, bat ich um einen Anruf. Auch dieser erfolgte in Windeseile und ein sehr freundlicher Techniker (vielen Dank an Herrn Jens-Peter Müller!) erklärte mir telefonisch was ich zu tun hatte. Zehn Minuten später lief das Gerät wieder wie am Schnürchen.
Das Gerät ist nicht billig, aber meiner Meinung nach jeden Cent wert.
Das Concept 2 ist vielleicht die beste "Investition in die eigene Gesundheit", die ich je getätigt habe. Klare Kaufempfehlung!
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Daniel
5.0 out of 5 stars La mejor
Reviewed in Spain on September 11, 2020
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Los que nos dedicamos al mundo del remo, poco que decir, es la mejor que existe ahora en el mercado. Por ponerle un pero, mejoraría las pantallas, que fueran a color y táctiles
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