HOME Rowing Machine

RBZ5416

Home is in caps for a very good reason. I want a rowing machine for the home & I've read the previous threads asking the same question! So if you've popped in to tell me that I simply must drop the best part of a grand on an industrial strength Concept2, then I appreciate your time but save the wear & tear on your keyboard.

I've also no intention of paying the ludicrous used price for an ex-gym model, especially given how many seem to have failed displays.

So now that's out of the way, someone must make a rowing machine at a sensible price for home use?

Derek S-H

What do you mean by "sensible"?

I agree that some home gym equipment can be overpriced, but it is worth paying extra for anything that is well engineered and uses quality materials - not only will it last longer but it'll be more enjoyable to use too.

Have a look on Ebay. Lots of people buy fitness stuff with good intentions but end up hardly using them when they realise the effort involved. You may get something that's been barely used.

Showoff

I'm going to potentially wear out my keyboard for no reason and still suggest a used Concept2 for a couple of reasons.

a) It will last a lifetime.
b) If you don't get on with rowing, or even if you do and get 5-10 years out of it, you could probably sell it on for what you paid for it.

Or buy a cheap alternative that will break after a coupe of years or be pretty worthless if you give up after 6 months.

You've probably seen the post about it as well, but you can hire a Concept2 for a few months to see how you get on and purchase it after that if you like it and get on with it. That's what we did.

There I've said it.

Pug72

I tried a £250 rowing machine and the belt shredded within 2 months.
Had a replacement and managed to shear off the foot stays.

Straight down the tip.