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Why buy a Rowing Machine from us?

Great value Rowing Machines – we continually check the prices of our competitors to make sure you get the best deal. If you see the same rowing machine cheaper let us know. High Quality Rowers – we stock a wide range of rowing machines to suit all budgets from all the main manufacturers such as BH Fitness, Gym Gear, Horizon, York Fitness, Water Rower, Tunturi, and Beny V-Fit. FREE Delivery – on selected fitness equipment. Saturday deliveries are available. Conditions apply please read our delivery terms for more information.

Rowing Machine features explained

Exercise Rowing Machine Benefits

One of the most popular and traditional cardiovascular workouts there is. Rowing provides the opportunity for a full body workout, using a precise motion you will exercise your legs, arms and your abdominal muscles. As like any other type of fitness equipment, rowing machines come in various shapes and forms. And it is down to your own personal needs and tastes as to which one you will want.

Which Resistance Type?

There are four main types of resistance mechanism found on rowing machines: Hydraulic, Magnetic, Water, and Air. The very cheapest rowers tend to have hydraulic resistance, which tends to be quite difficult and not as smooth as the other types. Adjustments can be made to adjust the difficulty level. The majority of home use rowing machines tend to use a magnetic resistance mechanism. Using a fly wheel with several magnets placed closely to it, the magnetic resistance is very quiet and can be adjusted to change the level of resistance. Magnetic resistance varies in quality from one rowing machine to another. Generally more expensive the rowers have more levels of resistance to choose from and provide a smoother more fluid rowing action.

When you move up in price you can also choose from water and air rowers. These both have a superior rowing action to the other types of resistance. Air rowers are available from as little as £199, however, there is a huge difference in quality between a cheap air rower and mid range rower like the Horizon Oxford Air Rower. At low price points magnetic resistance is a better option, however a mid-top end price points Air rowers win hands down over those with magnetic resistance on both smoothness and quality. On certain air rowers the resistance is fixed at a set level, on other models it can be adjusted. Water Rowers are generally only available at higher price points and provide the very best rowing experience. Water rowers consist of a tank of water with a propeller inside. When you pull on the rowing handle, the propeller turns through the water. The resistance is increased by rowing faster and harder, just as if you were rowing on a lake. The sound made by water and air rowers is very tranquil and not at all loud. However if you want complete silence from your rowing machine then magnetic rowing machines are the closest you will find. If you need any further advice call one of our advisors for expert guidance.