WaterRower Ash Rowing Machine with S4 Monitor | USA Made Water Rower | Original Handcrafted Erg Row Machine for Home Use & Gym
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Color: Lo-Rise
Features
- 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 Visit the Store Visit the Store 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 Kilograms
Model Name: Natural
Frame Material: Wood
Item Weight: 29 Kilograms
Tension Level: 1000 pounds
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 Kilograms
Maximum Weight Recommendation: 136.08 Kilograms
Frame Material Type: Wood
Material Type: Ash Wood
Brand Name: WaterRower
Model Name: Natural
Team Name: WaterRower Natural
Global Trade Identification Number: 19, 17
UPC: 757183468751 818448020265 798304161519 616316179677 900034446372
Manufacturer Part Number: NATURAL
Model Number: 100
Manufacturer: WaterRower
Color: Lo-Rise
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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
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 Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2018 by RWK
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
I have only had the rower for a short period of time, but I know I have found the holy grail of fitness! I HATE to exercise, or at least I did, until I purchased the WaterRower. I have had two surgeries on my right knee, and have had difficulty finding a way to get a solid cardio workout. Treadmills were boring, and put stress on my knees. And for some reason, exercise bikes make my feet cramp up. WaterRower to the rescue! Cardio AND resistance rolled into one! First of all, this thing is a beauty. Believe it or not, we have it in our living room. It just looks like a piece of unique art. And it is SO EASY to roll out and use! It is so quiet I can catch up on TV shows while rowing, or just enjoy the gentle splashing sounds made by the water. We have a small house, and my husband works from home, but it is so quiet I can exercise during the work day if I want. Second of all, this equipment is one smooth operator! The motion is not jerky at all. The seat glides effortlessly along the rails. And when you pull on the handles, you will instantly notice the smoothness of each stroke. Thirdly, you get a great workout! As a beginner, you work up a sweat in no time, yet you feel SO GOOD when you are through. Fourth, assembly was pretty straightforward. I debated whether to pay for assembly, but decided, based on other reviews, to give it a shot. I DID IT! Now to be fair, it took me a little longer to figure it out, and I did have some difficulty lining up the footboard, but I persisted, and voila, I had it done! And finally, customer service rocks! The arm on my monitor was broken and it was truly a hassle free experience getting a replacement. Thank you, Becky from customer service, for quickly sending a replacement and responding promptly to my questions. You rock! I have never spent this much money on a piece of equipment, but I am confident that I will actually use this equipment for years to come.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2018 by Kindle Customer
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 purchased the WaterRower Natural (ash) about four months ago, and so far I am very, very happy with the decision. I would give 4.5 stars if I could, but just one minor issue keeps me from giving 5 stars. First of all, if you're considering rowing, just do it. It is by far the most enjoyable and beneficial exercise I have ever tried. I've made huge strides with both cardio and muscle fitness with the WaterRower, and it's so enjoyable I look forward to exercising each day. Yes, it is more expensive than most other rowing machines, but when you compare it to a lot of other types of exercise equipment, it's actually pretty reasonable. When you also compare the exercise benefit you get, it's a bargain. If you're looking at a WaterRower, you're probably also considering the Concept2. They're both great machines, but which you choose depends on your needs. I think the WaterRower is ideal for most people, but not everyone. The WaterRower has a number of advantages vs the Concept 2 - it is quieter, the mechanism up front is lower profile, it has a comfortable seat, it is much better looking, it's easier to stand up when you're not rowing and it's just ... zen-like. There is something about the smoothness of the WaterRower that makes it a joy to use, and because it's quiet you can easily stream your favorite binge-series without cranking the volume too high. To be fair, the Concept2 has advantages of its own. It is calibrated for higher accuracy and has a more advanced monitor so that you can upload your times and compare with other athletes online. It's arguably even heavier duty than the WaterRower (which is saying something). Bottom line, if you are a competitive athlete, you'll probably want to strongly consider a Concept2, but even then you owe it to yourself to try a WaterRower. For everyone else, you should strongly consider the WaterRower. The Water Rower comes partly preassembled in two large boxes. The assembly instructions are reasonably good, and as long as you take your time and follow them carefully (read all the text) it takes about 45 minutes from opening the first box to trying it out. I bought bottles of distilled water to fill it, which made it easy to fill using the included funnel & hose. As I mentioned, the rowing experience with the WaterRower is amazing. I bought the rower for myself, but my wife was curious and decided to try it out. She loves it, and now rows almost daily. We have a treadmill that neither of us has used since we started rowing - the WaterRower is a much better workout and much more enjoyable at the same time. It's easy to adjust the intensity, pace and duration of your exercise. There is nothing to change on the rower (* see note below), you just row harder or faster, adjust how far you lean forward and back during your stroke. The WaterRower will keep up with you as your fitness increases, all you need to do is keep throwing more and more at it. There is some minor maintenance. Because it's made out of wood, which can expand and contract, the bolts need tightening every few months or so. It's easy and takes only a couple of minutes. That, and putting in a fresh water purification tablet every six to twelve months, are about it for regular maintenance. The only problem I've had with the rower (the reason for 4 stars instead of 5) was a squeak that developed after about 6 weeks. It took me some time to determine the source of the squeak, which was a metal bracket connecting the footrest board to the horizontal boards above the drum. I had to partially disassemble the top section and tighten four bolts, but that fixed the problem and it's been quiet ever since. Aesthetically, the WaterRower is gorgeous. You don't need to hide it away in the basement or garage, it will fit right in to many people's houses. It's also super simple to tip up to a vertical position when you're not rowing and then back down to row. All in all, this is one of the best purchases I have ever made and I am very happy with it. I believe that it is the ideal exercise equipment for anyone who is not a hardcore competitive athlete ... and it's probably ideal even for some of them. * While there is nothing to adjust from row to row on the WaterRower, it is possible to increase or decrease the level of resistance by changing how much water you put in the drum. The monitor is pre-calibrated to match 17 liters of water, but you can change that if you want. More than 17 liters = more resistance, up to the max fill line. This is not something you'll want to change frequently, it's more of a set-it-and-forget-it thing.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2016 by E. Martin
Color: Hi-Rise
The quality and beauty of construction of this rowing machine is exquisite. I like wood products and wood-related interior decor, and this machine and the quality of its construction and finishing are wonderful. The product is shipped in three containers (two if you are not buying the legs). I was really amazed to see how the various parts are packaged so you can immediately see each part and its relationship to others. Most products come with small hardware captured in a small bag which you have to sort through and match up in the directions. Small parts with this unit were carefully placed in a hard clear plastic tray with separate compartments for each item making it easy to determine what was what. The organization of the box with components and hardware was analagous to opening a new iPhone--sleek device and the most elegant packaging. And as noted above, the quality of the product and its aesthetic simplicity was great, and enhanced by the packaging. I thought assembly was very easy with two minor exceptions. In order to attach the foot plate, I had to loosen the bolts that attached the top piece of the tank just a bit so I could get the top of the foot board in place and secured. Once done, tighten the bolts on the top piece. Wasn't obvious at first and not noted in the instructions as something you might have to do. The second exception was attaching the legs to the unit. The legs come with a metal bracket that provides structure to the leg set once it is attached to the bottom of the rower rails. The order of steps to attach the legs and then insert this support bracket is ideally the right sequence to follow for ease of attachment of the legs. But the bracket is slightly larger than the space between the two legs, so you have to squeeze the end of the bracket a bit and insert between the legs, then force it into place by a hammer or butt end of a short piece of 2x4, etc. I used a rubber mallet. Once in place, the holes matched up nicely, and I attached the bolts. The wood in the product will change depending on temperature and humidity conditions and may affect how specific holes line up. I had no need to widen a hole or drill a new one anywhere. The instructions indicate you may want to drill a deeper hole on the bottom side of the rail where the legs are attached. They are actually attached at the same location where rubber grommets are already located. I did drill slightly deeper holes where I removed the grommets to install the legs.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2022 by djcinohio
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