WaterRower Ash Rowing Machine with S4 Monitor | USA Made Water Rower | Original Handcrafted Erg Row Machine for Home Use & Gym
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- The Original Waterrower - Handcrafted and Built to Last: Designed in the mid '80s by Yale and US National Team Rower John Duke. WaterRower continues to combine stylish design, handcrafted workmanship, our unique WaterFlywheel resistance and ethically sourced materials create the world's finest rowing simulator
- Made in the USA - Hand-built in Rhode Island; all timber used in the manufacture of wooden WaterRower rowing machines is sourced from sustainably managed hardwood forests in the Appalachian Mountains. The ASH Rower is Made of Ash Wood with a Natural Color Finish
- Smooth - Water rowers use a water-filled flywheel to provide resistance as you row. The resistance is created by the paddle-like blades of the flywheel moving through the water, creating a smooth and natural resistance that closely resembles the feeling of rowing on water. Like water, the harder you fight, the more resistance you get
- Burn calories in short time - There are many benefits to rowing. It is a low impact cardiovascular exercise that puts less stress on your joints. Full body workout that includes your legs, core, back and arms. Perfect for all fitness levels. This water rowing machine targets all major muscle groups (84 percent of total muscle mass)
- Dimensions - 82" L x 20" H x 22" W / weight: 103.5 lbs (with water). Easily store it on end
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Designed in the mid '80s by Yale and US National Team Rower John Duke who formed WATERROWER Inc in 1988 in Rhode Island, in the North Eastern United States. Today our Americas Headquarters continues to be based in Rhode Island, in the small coastal town of Warren WATERROWER's wooden models are handcrafted from a selection of the world's finest sustainable hardwoods. An American Fitness Brand, our vast assortment of rowing machines, of which all are manufactured in the quintessential coastal New England town of Warren, Rhode Island, can be found within expansive health clubs, luxury hotels and boutique fitness studios throughout the world. WATERROWER Inc. is a proud supporter of our local Rhode Island community The WATERROWER's unique WaterFlywheel has been designed to reproduce the precise physical dynamics of a moving boat; the surest way to replicate the physiological benefits and aesthetic pleasure of rowing. Like rowing, the WaterFlywheel does not apply resistance to you, you apply work to it; you are the engine. By the "rule of cubes", the amount of work you apply dictates the speed at which you row. From a gentle paddle to a “give it your all” workout, you are in control When rowing, remember, you are the engine. The amount of work you do is dependent on you, not on the machine. The more work you do, the more resistance/drag you can overcome, and the faster you move. The speed which you can maintain is dependent on the level of work you can maintain and, again, is limited only by you. Row harder and you go faster, row easier and you go slower. This is the self paced nature of the WATERROWER and Rowing and allows Anyone to row regardless of age or size of level of fitness. The WATERROWER's unique WaterFlywheel design uses a specially formed paddle to cup the moving water, reduce slippage and produce an unrivaled simulation of the benefits of rowing. There is no jerkiness or jarring which is often associated with conventional mechanical rowing machines making the exercise unpleasant; only smooth even load, kind to the body, and relaxing to the mind. There is no "solid" connection between user and the moving water, simply an immersed paddle which dampens out any detrimental mechanical feel Providing some "give" is essential for accommodating bad or developing technique, lessening the risk of injury. A uniform stroke is essential to spreading the work more evenly over the muscle groups, working the muscle groups in proportion to their strength, optimizing exercise benefit while reducing risk of injury. The S4 Monitor measures the speed of the paddle using an infrared detector mounted on the underside of the top deck and a castellated Sensor Pickup mounted on the inner clutch bush. The motion of the paddle revolved the sensor disk which in turn triggers the infrared detector. S4 BLE also provides a built-in Bluetooth feature, allowing for seamless connection to our portfolio of popular indoor rowing apps, such as WATERROWER CONNECT and CITYROW. A comfortable seat for rowing is essential for optimizing performance and ensuring a satisfying and effective workout experience. Provides proper cushioning and contouring, while minimizing pressure points and promotes healthy posture. Helps keep your focus on generating powerful and efficient strokes. Wheels for easing the movement of the machine provide an efficient solution to transporting the rower. These wheels are designed to enhance mobility and maneuverability in various settings, making it effortless to reposition and store without the need for excessive manual effort or additional equipment
Brand: WaterRower
Special Feature: Official water rowing machine of British Rowing, Beautiful solid ash wood frame, Virtually silent when in use See more
Color: Lo-Rise
Resistance Mechanism: Water
Product Dimensions: 82"D x 22"W x 20"H
Maximum Weight Recommendation: 136.08 kg
Model Name: Natural
Frame Material: Wood
Item Weight: 29 kg
Tension Level: 1000 pounds
Brand Name: WaterRower
Model Name: Natural
Team Name: WaterRower Natural
Global Trade Identification Number: 19, 17
Number of Items: 1
UPC: 757183468751 818448020265 798304161519 616316179677 900034446372
Manufacturer: WaterRower
Model Number: 100
Manufacturer Part Number: NATURAL
Color: Lo-Rise
Other Special Features of the Product: Official water rowing machine of British Rowing, Beautiful solid ash wood frame, Virtually silent when in use
Resistance Mechanism: Water
Tension Supported: 1000 pounds
Power Source: Battery Powered
Number of Batteries: 4 AA batteries required. (included)
Display: LCD
Item Dimensions D x W x H: 82"D x 22"W x 20"H
Item Weight: 29 kg
Maximum Weight Recommendation: 136.08 kg
Frame Material Type: Wood
Material Type: Ash Wood
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This is an early on review, (2 days after receiving), but I already feel confident enough in the Water Rower’s design, build, and quality to go ahead with a review. The boxes arrived in fair enough condition. The box that held the tank and other parts either took some jostling along the way, or the pieces weren’t secured very well, because upon opening the box some of the parts were not in their respective packaging. That said, there was no damage to anything. Assembly was quick and easy. There are only a few pieces that you actually have to put together (very nice). The machine itself feels extremely stable and the fact that it’s made from solid hardwood helps with that. After filling the tank to the proper level and making sure the belt is aligned properly, you’re pretty much read to go. I’d say they total setup time was 30-45 min. After an initial slow rowing session to get the proper feel for the motion of rowing, (using Water Rower’s instructional video on YouTube as a guide), I did a 2 mile rowing workout and they aren’t lying when they say it’s a full body workout. I was easily able to get my heart rate up to my target range and maintain that for the duration of the workout. Legs, arms, and core were all feeling worked by the end of the session. One of the biggest selling points for me was the ability to easily store the machine standing up against a wall. It’s very easy to move up and out of the way when you are finished using the machine. I think the only short coming of the Water Rower is the limits of the S4 monitor. It works just fine, showing all the pertinent information about your workout, but it’s limited with its connectivity. It doesn’t do Bluetooth, so there is no syncing to Apple Health or any other app, and the heart rate monitor receiver has to be purchased separately and only works with “ant+“ type heart rate straps, (doesn’t work with the Polar H10, I have). You can connect the S4 monitor to a computer and use the We-Row app on a desktop/Apple computer and it’s ok, but not great. To sum it up. If you’re going to have a single piece of workout equipment in the house, a rowing machine is the thing to have. If you’re gonna get one, I highly recommend this machine. Built well, and despite the lackings of the S4 monitor, it’s worth the money.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2018 by RWK
I'm out of shape after 2 years in TX and not going to the gym. I used to be very much a gym goer who was in shape until I moved here and everything went downhill except the # on the scale and my clothing size which has skyrocketed. I went to a bootcamp class and was so winded and frustrated that I wanted to do some 'prehabbing' before going back to a class. I considered my options and decided that for my situation which is over 100K miles of business travel per year and an inconsistent schedule that I probably needed something I could just jump on and go. Treadmill was out. Too noisy and while it's great for cardio it isn't good for much else. I considered one of those pilates machines but there's not really any cardio there and I wanted some. I narrowed it down to a bike or a rower. I went with a rower because it's more of a full body workout. Honestly I'd never heard of a water rower until I checked for fitness equipment at a warehouse type store where I have a membership. They had the Club model and the price was in my budget. I was all set to click buy but decided to read all the reviews first. One reviewer mentioned that there are other models available in wood. So I checked here on Amazon and sure enough I found this model and pulled the trigger. It arrived quickly and in 2 boxes. I was able to move the box with the rails easily. The larger box I moved myself with the help of a hand truck. (you know you're a grown up when you have a mechanic, an accountant, and your own hand truck and furniture dolly) Assembly took me about 45 minutes. The instructions were straightforward. I filled the water reservoir with about 6 gallons of distilled water to get to the recommended line on the reservoir. I put in a water conditioning tablet and let that dissolve while I broke down all the boxes. Then I got on and started pulling. And just like when I went to the gym often I pulled hard and the water resisted. Hard. So when I read reviews that say there's not enough resistance I'm not sure I understand. When you row you either dottle along or you PULL. Well I pull and I get resistance. Plenty. I don't know if I like the computer all that much. I can't see it that well, I wish it had a backlight - or maybe it does but I haven't figured it out yet. Honestly though I don't need a computer to row. But I do like to monitor the consistency of effort so I know I'm not backing off too much too soon. I ended up buying the risers. They're not necessary but it makes getting back up off the rower a lot easier. I might want to upgrade the foot board. My partner is using this too and we don't have the same size feet so I have to keep wrestling the dang thing back into place. I prefer the peg style adjustment and that's why I would upgrade the footboard. If it was just me - no need for an upgrade. This device is so pretty that I didn't need to hide it in some private corner of my house. It's out where visitors can see it and it has gotten compliments already. It isn't loud either. And no annoying motor whine. So glad I chose this over a treadmill.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2019 by McJeeee
Color: Lo-Rise
Like most people in their 40's, my knees and stamina are significantly reduced from the aging process. I am 6'2" and a svelte 240 pounds; so clomping away on the treadmill makes a heck of a racket, makes my soul bleed and is rough on thee ol' bones as well. So my purpose here was not to "compete online" or any of that nonsense, but rather to have a decent cardiovascular workout while I numb my consciousness with a show or movie. Rowing seems like the ticket, so I started researching: A neighbor has the Gold Standard of rowers, the Concept 2, which I was able to test and honestly it's a better value: Everything about the Concept 2 is better - it's mostly metal and is commercial quality, with a smooth pull, a wider range of resistance adjustment, it has some silly two-dimensional "games" to help motivate you, a better screen and it gives you the impression that someone will snatch it up at your estate sale in 20 years... wipe the dust off and get another decade or two out of it - which is why you see it in every gym (and my neighbor's basement). It's tough. It's also $200 less... However, it's also loud... loud enough to where in a confined space (like your workout room), I feel you'd have to blast the volume on your TV or replace the batteries on your hearing aid before working out. Enter, the WaterRower. The WaterRower is trendy (they don't even need a space in the name, it's THAT edgy), yet it's still a good buy as it better fits what most of us are likely to use it for: working out at home, in a smaller room while watching a show. I can easily have a conversation with my children, watch Crockett chase someone down the streets of Miami in impeccably white Espadrilles at normal volume and still have the impression of "hey, Miami Vice was the best TV show ever, and this rower remarkably quiet!" My wife likes the wood construction and I will admit that it handles my 1/8th ton of mass effortlessly with no problem, unlike most of the furniture from Ikea (hint: don't shop at Ikea unless your a 60kg Swede). I just finished a workout and broke a sweat, but in a way that was comfortable and repeatable. The display is basic, however it turns on automatically and displays the basic info that most of us would want: your rowing rate, elapsed time, etc. No PacMan or Pong on it that I can see - which might have been a nice perk. Most of us will be rowing for a duration of time, so although the display was the ugliest part of the machine, it remains perfectly reasonable and utilitarian, like the dashboard of a Volvo. The best part, is that I did not have to turn up the volume on the TV in a 12 foot room to hear comfortably over the machine. It really is remarkably quiet, with smooth efficiency and a pleasing appearance. It is easy enough to stand up out of the way as well, so in this context I'd say the WaterRower is a better "value" for most of us recreational users. I was able to assemble the machine in about 10 minutes, not counting a trip to the garage to get a second 5mm allen wrench. If you feel the need to play a pixilated 1980's game of pong ("catch the fish") while trash-talking your Crossfit buddies on Snapchat before celebrating your new personal best with an ice-cold Michelob Ultra, then you probably have two active gym memberships, a single-digit bodyfat percentage and would be better off with the Concept 2. As for me, I like real beer, 80's crime dramas, full figured women - and the WaterRower. I rate it as a definite "buy."
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Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2021 by J. Hamilton
I want to start off with saying that I was inspired by House of Cards to get back to rowing (which I use to do weekly). On that note I researched like crazy for a home rower, since working fulltime and this crazy winter makes me a home body. I found that while this isn't the cheapest rower it is rated the best for the body and noise level (I will be rowing in our living room which is not far from the bedroom). I ordered the rower on a Friday and received it on Wednesday!!! It was a lot sooner than I expected it to come and I was so excited that I carried it inside and put it all together myself (it is a bit heavy but manageable since it comes in two boxes). I LOVE IT!!! I could not be happier with this purchase (which says a lot since I have often purchased things on Amazon and then sent them back with regret). It rows like a dream (I had only ever rowed on fan machines and I must say there is a huge difference in my opinion). I truly enjoy the water resistance and smooth nature of the pull. I also must mention the seat...it is stable like a rock! There is no wibble wobble, it also does not automatically retract back to the unit so your legs must do all the work (how it should be). The sound of the rower is like a quiet dishwasher. The first time I literally watched tv at a normal level b/c the rower barely makes any noise. Then you can quietly roll it back to it's upright position in the corner (it matches our wood floors but has become quit the conversation piece for guests, no need for coffee table books here). I now invested in some fab headphones to add some music to my routine and that is one of the huge plusses for rowing since your head doesn't flop about. I am a certified personal trainer so I must mention that this machine is not a fad diet or a miracle worker! With proper nutrition and consistency you will see results but no machine can fix a poor diet. It does provide a great workout!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2014 by MomOf3Boys
I've been wanting a WaterRower ever since I saw it advertised a few years ago in the back of _The New Yorker_, and I'm glad that seeing it used on _House of Cards_ pushed me to finally buy it. I LOVE it. It's a perfect accompaniment to my Nordic Track ski machine; it works a lot of the same major muscle groups, but with a different emphasis. I kayak (ocean and flat water, not river), so I was drawn to the WaterRower over a flywheel type rower (which I have used in gyms) because I wanted to hear the sound of the water, which I miss hearing against the hull of the boat during the winter when I can't get out on the lake. I also like the way the paddles engage in the water; it's a very smooth pull and release, and moving the mass of the water instead of a dialed down tension feels more natural. As someone else also commented, the seat (at least on the wood version) is incredibly smooth and solid; no wobbling at all. I generally listen to music on my Nordic Track ski machine, but with the WaterRower I am content to listen to the sound of the water; working out on this is somehow both energizing and calmingly meditative at the same time. In the event that you want to use it while watching tv (this is one use to which I wanted to put it), it is quiet enough to hear the tv without having to turn it up. There is much to love about the WaterRower--and I do love it--but I would echo others' comments that although the seat rolls solidly and smoothly on the wood rails, the seat itself is very hard (I use a gel seat pad I bought for my hard fiberglass kayak seat), and the footpads are in need up rethinking and upgrading--the cheap plastic doesn't let you row in socks or barefoot and is not really worthy of a machine that is otherwise a stunning piece of engineering and a beautiful one as well. As one other person noted about his machine, my machine made a clicking noise on the return stroke, so I had to adjust the wheel underneath the top rail that connects to the footpad and pull it away gently from where it was rubbing against another component. Also, be warned: the instruction booklet is in the DVD case. I did not see the little sticker on the case telling me that, thinking I'd wait to watch the DVD until after I'd assembled it. But WaterRower has a copy of the assembly instructions on their website, along with a video (I found the written ones better and easier to follow), so I was able to assemble it with no difficulty.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2014 by Alison K. Sainsbury
The equipment arrived a little later than had been promised. The rower comes in two boxes, approximately 40 pounds each. You will need an SUV or larger car to bring it home if it is not shipped directly to your house. The rower was easy to assemble and the instructions for using the rower (both written and short DVD) were easy to follow. So, here is the good news. It works. You can control the intensity of your workout. Currently, I row for 36 minutes five days a week. The length of my workout and intensity level means I reach approximately 6,300 meters per work out (more on the approximately in a moment). I am 56 years old and to date, I have lost 12 pounds. My knees, which were very sore after jogging, are no longer in pain. Every part of my body, other than my stomach, have become nicely toned. Other reviews have noted that you feel like you do not get a very intense work. At first, I felt the same way. I started rowing for 15 minutes and worked up to 36 minutes, approximately 24 strokes per minute. I come off the rower sore, sweating and feeling I have had a very good workout. There is an App for your phone that you can use to track your progress. Download the App and use it. Now, the bad news and the reason I did not rate the rower with Five Stars. The S4 Monitor broke about a month after I started using the machine. What happens is this: the intensity level and strokes per minute started becoming erratic (i.e. it would say I was rowing at a rate of 24 strokes per minute, jump to 68 strokes per minute, back down to 15 stroke per minute, etc). I went to their website and sure enough, there was an answer to this problem: something wrong with the sensor, which is optical. So, I watched the video on checking the senor, which requires the top part of the rower to be taken off (it is shipped assembled). I followed the instructions and this was very difficult. When I finally removed the top, the gears and pulleys fell off the lower assembly and the wiring to the S4 Monitor broke. It took me four hours to put it back together. The video they have makes this process look easy. Perhaps if you are mechanically inclined. I called WaterRower and they shipped a new wiring harness but I haven't had the time to take everything apart again. It is my opinion the S4 monitor is flawed. A new computer board for the monitor was promised, but it was never sent. DO NOT TAKE OFF THE TOP OF THE ROWER UNLESS YOU KNOW WHAT YOU ARE DOING. So, back to the approximately 6,300 meters per workout. I am basing this on the level and intensity of my workout prior to the monitor malfunction. If you need to lose weight or maintain your current weight and tone multiple parts of your body, this is the equipment for you.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2013 by George W. Schmidt
I LOVE this rower. This was the rower I had originally wanted, but didn't want to pay the money so instead I ordered a less expensive water powered rower on Amazon (I won't name names but I do have a review of that one listed as well) and after only 5 uses the tank began to leak! You get what you pay for I suppose! At first this scared me completely off of water powered rowers, and I was going to get the Concept D instead, but I had a change of heart and decided to purchase this one, since it's the one I'd wanted in the first place. I'm so glad I didn't let my first bad experience with the less expensive water powered rower sway me away because the Waterrower is NIGHT AND DAY different. Below are some of my thoughts on this product. 1. The look of this machine is BEAUTIFUL. If you are someone who cares about Aesthetics, look no further! It's also easy to move from room to room. I'm a woman who is 5'4 and I have no problem lifting it vertically and rolling it from room to room. However, if I had to carry it somewhere, I would definitely need someone to help me. 2. Assembly - I did find this every so slightly difficult to put together. Luckily, my husband is a carpenter and ended up coming in to help me once I became a touch frustrated. I found that some of the holes had difficulty lining up. But once assembled it was a sturdy and SOLID piece of equipment. 3. Fit - I saw some previous reviews from women stating that the machine wasn't wide enough for a woman's hips and that the footboard wasn't small enough for a woman's foot. I didn't find issues with either of these. I'm pretty "hippy" myself and felt no discomfort sitting on this machine and doing the row movements. As far as the footboard is concerned. I wear a size 9 tennis shoe and found the smallest setting is actually a perfect fit. Another reviewer with size 9 said they found it to big for her feet to fit on the smallest size, but I did not have this issue. However, I could see how perhaps a size 6 shoe or under might have difficulty. I also did not find the footboard uncomfortable, as some of the other reviewers stated. Everyone is different though. 4. The workout - This is where this machine is far and above the previous rower I'd owned. With the cheaper rower I'd purchased previously, when rowing with all my might the rower would actually slide on the floor, leading me to have to modify my workout so as to not scratch my floors. With the Waterrower, I find that I can pull with all my might and stay planted firmly in place. The glide is easy on the joints and I find I am definitely working up a sweat! I am so glad I returned my previous rower and purchased this one instead! I am in love!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2016 by Amanda
I try to stay active and in shape. I cycle quite a bit, and I have a bunch of workout equipment that doesn't get used enough. After having some recent issues that required chiropractic and massage therapy to resolve, I started looking for something that could give me the cardio benefits of cycling while providing more of a full body workout. I talked to my massage therapist about rowing, and he said that would definitely help me out. He's into kayaking and canoeing. Not quite the same, but close enough. Of course, I read quite a few reviews before pulling the trigger. So, what could I possibly add? It showed up yesterday. I put it together this morning after working all night. A mechanic by trade, assembly was easy, and should be even for the less mechanically inclined. You need 1 allen key, and it comes with it. This is a remarkably simple device, a sign of intelligent engineering. And quite effective, it seems. I put in a good 20 minutes on it. I wanted to do more, but the prudent thing for me to do is to see how I feel later. I did have several issues with it. The first, one of the wheels you use to move it could not be tightened properly. I thought it was an issue with the wheel, and a call to WaterRower has a replacement on the way. But a second look revealed that one of the rails is actually thinner than it should have been. Not by much, and a washer between the caster and the rail resolved the issue. I was a bit irked at first when I realized the true issue, but I have come to terms with it. The .05" difference in thickness can surely be chalked up to the organic material used to make the rower. Another issue I had was the "clicking" type of noise another reviewer complained about. It was happening at first on the return stroke, and seemed to come from the clutch. I ran through the troubleshooting guides, which did not directly address my problem. I loosened and retorqued everything. The issue remained but changed to the pulling stroke. Another call to WaterRower. The nice lady on the phone pointed me to the sensor wheel. I had to remove the top piece of wood above the water tank (4 screws) and fully seat the sensor wheel down in the pulley. Problem solved. Some people would probably take issue with these things. I figure, a WOOD rowing machine was shipped, disassembled, from Omaha to Orlando, and only needed MINOR adjustment to get it working as advertised? AWESOME. And, I was expecting it Friday, but it showed up early, on Tuesday. Highly recommended. And If you order one, and have any issues, just give WaterRower a call. A PERSON answers the phone!
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Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2015 by Milt