Home Rowing machines (gym, workout, routines, weight)
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I am in search of a home rowing machine for use in my basement. I searched online "best home rowing machines" and got many returns. BUT, here is the catch...A vast majority of them have a weight capacity of only up to 250 pounds. I am on a "middle of the row" budget so the high end rowers for $1500 are not an option. I know there are a few that just offer minimal "features" on them, but would like a few bells and whistles. The NordicTrack RW500 Rower is nice but only accommodates 250 pounds (Im 300). I guess I'm wondering, (not that the company would ever commit to it) If theses machines would accommodate someone heavier than 250. There are a couple other machines that do, but do not offer any "workout routines and minimal features. (folding, quiet etc.) Looking for any thoughts or ideas….and if anyone thinks that It would be ok with a machine that is rated for 250 pounds.....I know most products are engineered to withstand more than stated.....just to be safe for the company.
I am in search of a home rowing machine for use in my basement. I searched online "best home rowing machines" and got many returns. BUT, here is the catch...A vast majority of them have a weight capacity of only up to 250 pounds. I am on a "middle of the row" budget so the high end rowers for $1500 are not an option. I know there are a few that just offer minimal "features" on them, but would like a few bells and whistles. The NordicTrack RW500 Rower is nice but only accommodates 250 pounds (Im 300). I guess I'm wondering, (not that the company would ever commit to it) If theses machines would accommodate someone heavier than 250. There are a couple other machines that do, but do not offer any "workout routines and minimal features. (folding, quiet etc.) Looking for any thoughts or ideas….and if anyone thinks that It would be ok with a machine that is rated for 250 pounds.....I know most products are engineered to withstand more than stated.....just to be safe for the company.
why not buy it now, they could use the business, set 250 as a target.
I am in search of a home rowing machine for use in my basement. I searched online "best home rowing machines" and got many returns. BUT, here is the catch...A vast majority of them have a weight capacity of only up to 250 pounds. I am on a "middle of the row" budget so the high end rowers for $1500 are not an option. I know there are a few that just offer minimal "features" on them, but would like a few bells and whistles. The NordicTrack RW500 Rower is nice but only accommodates 250 pounds (Im 300). I guess I'm wondering, (not that the company would ever commit to it) If theses machines would accommodate someone heavier than 250. There are a couple other machines that do, but do not offer any "workout routines and minimal features. (folding, quiet etc.) Looking for any thoughts or ideas….and if anyone thinks that It would be ok with a machine that is rated for 250 pounds.....I know most products are engineered to withstand more than stated.....just to be safe for the company.
Problem is, you are asking for more than "modest" features; bells and whistles, workout routines, low noise (which implies sturdier build, better design), and the extra weight capacity. All those things increase the cost of the machine. Which means you have to pay for it unless you find a used one. But you don't want to pay for it. FWIW, what's most important? The weight capacity. Forget bells and whistles; they are desirable but you can design a workout yourself without them. Noise is a minor annoyance unless the machine is noisy because it isn't working properly.
What about talking with some local gyms to see if they have suggestions? They may know of heavier duty models designed for gym settings that might work and possibly where to find a used one. I've used rowing machines at gyms and owned several over the years. Paying more for a good one that will stand up to heavy use is almost always worth it, not because of the bells and whistles but because they are efficient, have higher resistance capacities, and comfortable to spend a lot of time on. Which means you will.
Last edited by Parnassia; 04-12-2020 at 12:21 PM..
gamebird98,Concept2.https://www.concept2.com/,I had and used one years ago,great machine.500 lbs.capacity.Good luck.
Agree, Concept2 is good, especially for the price. We purchased the Concept2 Model D Indoor Rower in mid-December 2019 for our home gym. My spouse and I each use it a minimum of 3x/week. Many weeks it is more than that, as we like to maintain our fitness level.
We chose Concept2 because it was the same brand rower that was used in the commercial gym where I worked out and trained for 14 years (before we relocated and bought our current home).
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