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  WaterRower Natural Rowing Machine in Ash Wood with S4 Monitor

  Sports (WaterRower)
  

  Rating (18 reviews):

  (4.4/5)

  

  an exceptional machine

  The waterrower is an excellent machine that is exceptionally designed and provides an outstanding workout. I have owned one for about 10 years, and my wife and I both use it regularly. In the entire time I've owned it, the only parts I've had to replace have been the monitor batteries and the double-sided tape that fastens the monitor wire brackets to the frame. I found the workout it provides to be deceptive at first--until I stood up after using it the first several times, I didn't realize just how intense the workout had been! If you've used other rowing machines, you're in for a treat when you try this one--there is absolutely no shock to the shoulders or arms at the beginning of a stroke (even from rest). The footrest is rock solid and easily adjustable for foot size; the frame is long enough to accommodate very tall rowers (I've had friends up to 6' 4" use it without banging into the stops); the components are rugged and last a long time (at least 10 years so far); and the... 5/5 nucpiper "RNS" (SW Michigan) - See all my reviews This review is from: WaterRower Natural Rowing Machine in Ash Wood with S4 Monitor (Sports) The waterrower is an excellent machine that is exceptionally designed and provides an outstanding workout. I have owned one for about 10 years, and my wife and I both use it regularly. In the entire time I've owned it, the only parts I've had to replace have been the monitor batteries and the double-sided tape that fastens the monitor wire brackets to the frame. I found the workout it provides to be deceptive at first--until I stood up after using it the first several times, I didn't realize just how intense the workout had been! If you've used other rowing machines, you're in for a treat when you try this one--there is absolutely no shock to the shoulders or arms at the beginning of a stroke (even from rest). The footrest is rock solid and easily adjustable for foot size; the frame is long enough to accommodate very tall rowers (I've had friends up to 6' 4" use it without banging into the stops); the components are rugged and last a long time (at least 10 years so far); and the... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , March 26, 2008

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  Wonderful piece of equipment

  I cannot believe no one else has reviewed this yet! I got mine more a year ago. I use it at least once a week (usually 2-3 times). Read online about the benefits of rowing---you get the cardio/aerobic plus the muscle toning, with no joint impact. A very, very nice combination. Despite some folks expressed concerns (at least folks tell me they worry), there are no back issues. This rower looks nice, feels great (love the water resistance!), and gets results. It is elegant and functional. Yes, it is a tad pricey. But hey, if you actually use it, you will get results, it is more than worth it. I live in a traffic congested area (Washington DC) and have no desire to fight traffic to get to the gym. For me, this is a perfect solution. Given the quality of this piece of equipment, I expect to be using it for years! 5/5 Guppee (Northern VA) - See all my reviews This review is from: WaterRower Natural Rowing Machine in Ash Wood with S4 Monitor (Sports) I cannot believe no one else has reviewed this yet! I got mine more a year ago. I use it at least once a week (usually 2-3 times). Read online about the benefits of rowing---you get the cardio/aerobic plus the muscle toning, with no joint impact. A very, very nice combination. Despite some folks expressed concerns (at least folks tell me they worry), there are no back issues. This rower looks nice, feels great (love the water resistance!), and gets results. It is elegant and functional. Yes, it is a tad pricey. But hey, if you actually use it, you will get results, it is more than worth it. I live in a traffic congested area (Washington DC) and have no desire to fight traffic to get to the gym. For me, this is a perfect solution. Given the quality of this piece of equipment, I expect to be using it for years! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , November 25, 2007

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  Ok but with some reservations, limited comparison w Concept 2

  Update - Water rower sent me a new sensor and disk which fixed the computer. It was relatively easy to install. I would like to upgrade my rating to 4. Everyone likes it and uses it. Why not a five? My remaining nits, which really shouldn't discourage people from buying it are:1) The footrests. Yup still catches the shoes, even though I changed to ones with narrower heels. I think they could fix this by angling the edges outwards. A bit more substantive design would also be nice.2) The computer - Its kinda basic. It will count calories per hour as you row, but won't give you a total calorie count. Additionally, I use the rower when watching movies in the dark. It would be great if there were a backlight just to check how you are doing. I use my cellphone light to check.3) I've figured out why the feel of the pull is not perfectly smooth. Basically, there is a wheel where the strap goes around (imagine a ribbon wound around a wheel). The strap slips... 3/5 Sembu - See all my reviews This review is from: WaterRower Natural Rowing Machine in Ash Wood with S4 Monitor (Sports) Update - Water rower sent me a new sensor and disk which fixed the computer. It was relatively easy to install. I would like to upgrade my rating to 4. Everyone likes it and uses it. Why not a five? My remaining nits, which really shouldn't discourage people from buying it are:1) The footrests. Yup still catches the shoes, even though I changed to ones with narrower heels. I think they could fix this by angling the edges outwards. A bit more substantive design would also be nice.2) The computer - Its kinda basic. It will count calories per hour as you row, but won't give you a total calorie count. Additionally, I use the rower when watching movies in the dark. It would be great if there were a backlight just to check how you are doing. I use my cellphone light to check.3) I've figured out why the feel of the pull is not perfectly smooth. Basically, there is a wheel where the strap goes around (imagine a ribbon wound around a wheel). The strap slips... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , December 21, 2008

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  List Price: $1,095.00
  

  Handcrafted rowing machine with "water flywheel" that replicates actual rowing feel

  Solid ash and stained honey oak construction absorbs sound and vibration

  Flywheel sits in enclosed water tank to provide smooth, quiet, self-regulated resistance

  Series 4 performance monitor tracks workout intensity, stroke rate, heart rate, and more

  Stores upright; measures 84 x 21 x 22 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 117 pounds

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  WaterRower A1 Home Rowing Machine

  Sports (Waterrower)
  

  Rating (1 reviews):

  (5.0/5)

  

  WaterRower A1 Home Rowing Machine

  This is a top-notch product sold at a reasonable price. Although shipping was delayed due to the manufacturer's backlog, once shipped, the product arrived in a timely manner.Assembly was pretty straightforward, except one instance where the screws mentioned were already attatched to the frame.The WaterRower A1 Home Rowing Machine performs flawlessly, and provides a workout that cane be as strenuous as desired. The operation is quiet, smooth, everything it is promised to be. Although this rower is primarily designed for commercial use, I expect to have years of home use from it. 5/5 rogerdust - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: WaterRower A1 Home Rowing Machine (Misc.) This is a top-notch product sold at a reasonable price. Although shipping was delayed due to the manufacturer's backlog, once shipped, the product arrived in a timely manner.Assembly was pretty straightforward, except one instance where the screws mentioned were already attatched to the frame.The WaterRower A1 Home Rowing Machine performs flawlessly, and provides a workout that cane be as strenuous as desired. The operation is quiet, smooth, everything it is promised to be. Although this rower is primarily designed for commercial use, I expect to have years of home use from it. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , March 2, 2012

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  Handcrafted rowing machine with "water flywheel" that replicates actual rowing feel

  Flywheel sits in enclosed water tank to provide smooth, quiet, self-regulated resistance.

  Solid ash construction absorbs sound and vibration; designed for high-traffic areas.

  Home Version with A1 Monitor Included

  Warranty: 5 Year on Frame and 3 Years on Components

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  WaterRower Club Rowing Machine in Ash Wood with S4 Monitor

  Sports (WaterRower)
  

  Rating (11 reviews):

  (4.5/5)

  

  The best rowing machine ever!

  Through the past several months I have spent a lot of time researching various rowing machines both on the Internet and by visiting various fitness equipment dealerships. I long decided that if there was one piece of fitness equipment I was going to ever buy it was a rowing machine. For years I have been working out on the well-known Concept2 in various local gyms. The Concept2 is a great fitness machine, but I wanted to see if there was something better out there, before throwing $1000+ on this machine. So, I came across the WaterRower, and boy am I glad that I did! Since I have some experience using the Concept2 (lately Model D), I can list some personal impressions about the two machines so you will have some comparison data. First of all though, let me point out that I purchased my rowing machice for home use. I am a fairly fit individual, but not an Olympic athlete. My main desire in purchasing a rowing machine was to loose / maintain weight, maintain cardiovascular fitness and... 5/5 Gabe Bona "Gabe" (Vancouver, BC Canada) - See all my reviews This review is from: WaterRower Club Rowing Machine in Ash Wood with S4 Monitor (Sports) Through the past several months I have spent a lot of time researching various rowing machines both on the Internet and by visiting various fitness equipment dealerships. I long decided that if there was one piece of fitness equipment I was going to ever buy it was a rowing machine. For years I have been working out on the well-known Concept2 in various local gyms. The Concept2 is a great fitness machine, but I wanted to see if there was something better out there, before throwing $1000+ on this machine. So, I came across the WaterRower, and boy am I glad that I did! Since I have some experience using the Concept2 (lately Model D), I can list some personal impressions about the two machines so you will have some comparison data. First of all though, let me point out that I purchased my rowing machice for home use. I am a fairly fit individual, but not an Olympic athlete. My main desire in purchasing a rowing machine was to loose / maintain weight, maintain cardiovascular fitness and... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , November 10, 2008

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  My favorite piece of workout equipment

  I used to row for USC Crew Team back in 1992, and we used to train on the wind based rowing machines, I don't remember the brands, but they were very basic in comparison to the modern machines with there awesome computers. I've recently tried the Concept 2, and it was great, and seems to be to the standard workout equipment for serious crew members, but it's big and bulky, and not as easy to store, unless you have a dedicated gym room in your home.The WaterRower, on the other hand, is easy to flip up and put in the corner of my bedroom. I roll it out on my balcony in the morning to enjoy the cool breeze while I row. I try to fit my workout in the morning before the baby wakes up, and I have no problem hearing him over the whoosh of the water. The WaterRower S4 computer isn't as feature rich as the PM3/4 on the concept 2, but it has all that I need, since I just like to do basic 10km or 45 min sessions with a heartmonitor. I really do enjoy the sound of the water, it... 5/5 A. Ryan "USC Lonestar" (Redondo Beach, CA USA) - See all my reviews, September 5, 2008

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  Exercise is a pleasure with this machine

  The Waterrower is a great way to improve your fitness. At 64 I didn't want to overdo it. I found you can work like crazy or take it easy with this. It's up to you. So I've gradually increased the intensity and duration of my rowing. Within a few weeks, I already feel much stronger and this shows up in my weekly tennis matches. Also shows in my mental fitness. I'm just more "there". Better in conversation, sharper in my thinking. The rowing itself has a mild "swishing" sound that makes it feel you're actually on the water. It's not so loud, so you can watch TV or listen to music as you row. Make sure you get the monitor. The information is valuable and helps keep you motivated. This is just what I was looking for and I would imagine younger guys would just work like hell with this and also benefit. 5/5 Average Joe - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: WaterRower Club Rowing Machine in Ash Wood with S4 Monitor (Sports) The Waterrower is a great way to improve your fitness. At 64 I didn't want to overdo it. I found you can work like crazy or take it easy with this. It's up to you. So I've gradually increased the intensity and duration of my rowing. Within a few weeks, I already feel much stronger and this shows up in my weekly tennis matches. Also shows in my mental fitness. I'm just more "there". Better in conversation, sharper in my thinking. The rowing itself has a mild "swishing" sound that makes it feel you're actually on the water. It's not so loud, so you can watch TV or listen to music as you row. Make sure you get the monitor. The information is valuable and helps keep you motivated. This is just what I was looking for and I would imagine younger guys would just work like hell with this and also benefit. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , March 24, 2009

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  Series 4 performance monitor tracks workout intensity, stroke rate, heart rate, and more

  Handcrafted rowing machine with "water flywheel" that replicates actual rowing feel

  Solid ash construction absorbs sound and vibration; designed for high-traffic areas

  Flywheel sits in enclosed water tank to provide smooth, quiet, self-regulated resistance

  Stores upright; measures 84 x 21 x 22 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 117 pounds

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