- 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 signature chocolate-brown coloration will vary in complexity and is complimented with hints of gray, red, and purple tones…though uniform in coloration, each piece of Walnut wood contains its own inimitable identity
- 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
| Brand | ‎WaterRower |
|---|---|
| Special Feature | ‎Foldable |
| Color | ‎Hi-Rise |
| Resistance Mechanism | ‎Water |
| Product Dimensions | ‎82"D x 22"W x 20"H |
| Maximum Weight Recommendation | ‎300 Pounds |
| Metrics Measured | ‎Distance |
| Model Name | ‎Classsic Rower |
| Frame Material | ‎Walnut Wood |
| Item Weight | ‎103.5 Pounds |
| Tension Level | ‎Adjustable |
| Material | ‎Walnut Wood |
| Power Source | ‎Adaptor |
| Number of Batteries | ‎4 AA batteries required. |
| Display Type | ‎LCD |
| UPC | ‎601285679075 |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | ‎28 x 24 x 24 inches |
| Package Weight | ‎86 Pounds |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | ‎82.25 x 22.25 x 20 inches |
| Brand Name | ‎WaterRower |
| Manufacturer | ‎WaterRower |
| Part Number | ‎300 S4-HR |
CJ –
I’m a soon-to-be 60 ex-jock that used to run and use weights/machines to stay fit. A demanding job and a bum knee rendered that exercise regimen unsustainable which led to a 35-lb weight gain over the last 3 years. Elliptical machines used to be my favorite because of their low impact but they are ugly and impractical to move around the home if you buy one that’s worth buying. I’ve been considering a rower for about 18 months but never really researched it heavily until I watched House of Cards and realized that, like Frank, I needed to get into shape and better health.
I purchased the WaterRower Classic. Putting it together was quite straightforward but I had a challenge with the first piece that serves as a brace and spacer at the end of the rails. The holes/screws were just a bit out of alignment. It took about 15 to 20 minutes to get them to align so that I could tighten it down. The rest was a breeze. The instructions are quite sufficient and it’s not very complex.
My first use reassured me that this was an exercise that I could see becoming a habit. I awaken between 4 and 5 AM every day. I spend two hours usually doing computer work. The WaterRower is so silent that I can use it when I awaken without awakening every living thing in the house. It’s comforting swooshing sound (not at all like the mechanical sound of the rower on House of Cards) does not awaken others and provides a mellow white noise in the morning. Of course, being new to me, I don’t yet have the stamina to use it for more than five minutes at a time. That will change, I’m sure. It is smooth, quite and solid as a rock. Nothing seems cheap about it – given what I paid I don’t know how anything could be cheap on it. I’ve read reviews about the foot rests being flimsy – I believe that’s a design feature that they flex. Nothing seems cheap. As far as the quality of the workout you get: like any workout you get what you put into it but I assure you, even low intensity use is taxing if done for an extended period of time. You feel it working everything but only after you finish and get up to find muscle groups pleasantly stressed.
For me – this is the perfect form of exercise. If anything changes with the quality or durability of this WaterRower, I will update my review. I plan to update this periodically so you know it works.
Rico –
This thing is not cheap but I have no regrets! Easy to assemble, easy to move around, easy to operate. Video was nice to ensure correct form. At first I was surprised at the lack of resistance but I started to realize that it was all about the pace. If you are old (like me) or not in great shape (again like me) then this is a really terrific machine for low impact workouts. If you are younger and in great shape, then reach further forward on your stroke and pick up the pace. You will sweat and you won’t be disappointed with the work out. Close your eyes and the sound (moving water) and feel of this machine will take you out to open water. It’s something you won’t get on other rowing machines.
Another big selling point is the look of this machine. Attractive with real wood, a low profile, and easy storage in the vertical position. Most machines are tacky, this rower is a work of art. .
I was worried about lower back strain (like I get with recumbent bikes) but so far so good. Watch the video and row in a way that feels good. I’m a fan so far! Hoping for great mileage on this thing!!
james h. –
I wanted something basic, something well built, and a rower that didn’t drag me into an ecosystem of never ending expenses. I don’t want a 15 inch touch screen that can’t do anything more than regurgitate the content of rowing programs. Doesn’t anyone think a simple HDMI cable to occasionally play a movie would be a good idea on those other expensive rowers?
This rower is exceptionally well made. It is relatively easy to setup. It’s easy to store and move around my home gym. It’s smooth and consistent in operation. It looks like well made furniture. Yes, the program/computer that comes with is very basic. But it does EXACTLY what I need it to do and doesn’t tie me into monthly fees to be guided in my exercise routine. I bought a very stable but inexpensive phone/tablet holder to mount on the frame and now I can easily watch any content I want while using this rock solid rower and I get the approximate feel of rowing through water but in a design that is simple, durable, and won’t suffer from maintenance when computers, magnets, screens, or other mechanisms eventually wear out.
Simple is also elegant, and in this case, beautiful.
The resistance variability is the only thing I wish was easier to manage. Once filled with water, it’s a small ordeal to add or remove water to vary the resistance and thus, impossible during the workout. However, the resistance at max water is significant and it’s easy to work your way into a routine that is slower and approximate until you’re ready to take it up a level or two or three.
It really is the perfect compromise of form, function, and cost. Highly recommended.
Joseph Zhong –
I love it!
Longwing –
First off, this is an excellent piece of exercise equipment. I’ve been using it daily since it arrived. I really appreciate how easy (and oddly relaxing) it is to burn some calories on this thing.
The build quality is far better than we expected. I was completely shocked to find out that the “Walnut” version wasn’t a “Walnut finish” or “walnut stain” or other nonsense. _It’s solid walnut_. No wonder it’s so pricy! This thing is beautiful!
Also, maybe you don’t care about this, but this rower is the one that’s actually manufactured in the US by a US company. So the money isn’t going overseas to a sweatshop.
Being a US company has some other advantages too. When the rower was shipped to us, we were dismayed to see that only half the needed parts had arrived. It’s shipped in two boxes and FedEx didn’t drop off the second box. The company made it right by first following up with FedEx, and then _overnighting us new parts_ when FedEx wasn’t forthcoming. Try getting that kind of responsiveness out of an overseas seller.