People from all walks of life first learned of Concept 2 rower exercise machines back in the early 1980s. The rowing equipment are made and shipped from Vermont, and the company developed this rowing machine simply because they were so aware of the need to train in the winter. So it adds up that designing a high quality rowing machine for indoor use would be a terrific idea. From the beginning, this company set out to include the best engineering and technology available in their rowing machines. The person writing this article, me of course, is a Concept 2 customer, and I genuinely can tell you how happy I am with their product. This article will review this unique and versatile rowing machine for those who are considering obtaining one to enjoy.
The options are pretty upfront, you can buy the Model D or the Model E. But, the Model D rowing machine can be purchased with separate options depending on your needs. The performance monitors are referred to as, PM3 or PM4, and they come with every machine. If you want a better monitor with the Model D rowing machine, then you will have to choose the D model with the improved monitor. The Model E rowing machine is accompanied by the PM4 performance monitor as standard equipment. You can expect to pay up to $350 more with the Model E rowing workout machine, and the Model D rowing machine has two separate prices for the upgrades.
The performance monitoring devices, PM3 and PM4, are sleek designs that provide the most important metrics for monitoring your pulse and rowing stats. Your pulse is monitored by a gadget that you strap across your chest. You may think it will be noticeable and be uncomfortable, but but it’s quite the opposite. I can tell you from my own experience that you won’t notice it’s there while you are working out. The heart rate monitor is also a wireless device, so that means there are no wires hanging off of you.
The Concept 2 design uses a flywheel assembly that you will use to produce the resistance and simulate rowing. The flywheel is enclosed in an appropriately designed housing for safety purposes. You can modify the amount of resistance with a small lever located on the flywheel housing. There are also no concerns with noise since the overall machine is virtually silent during rowing. During rowing operations, the fan-like flywheel emits a low level sound, and you can feel the air movement at certain angles. This moving air sound from the flywheel assembly is similar to a fan that is moving very slowly. You could put this rowing exercise machine in just about any room and be able to use it without disrupting anyone who is sleeping.
You can select the type of performance metrics that suit you the best from a simple to understand menu on either the PM3 or PM4. Just a few of the available performance metrics include total rowing time, total distance rowed, 500 meter split times and number of strokes per minute. Your personal needs will tell you what you want to keep track of and what is not so important. This mainly depends on whether you are rowing for general fitness, or if you row competitively and what level you take part in.
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