Brand | Sunny Health & Fitness |
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Special Feature | Adjustable Foot Strap, Buit-In Wheel, Adjustable Resistance, Digital Monitor, Low Noice, Adjustable Seat, Portable, Sliding Seat, Ergonomic, Padded Seat, Contoured Seat, Foldable, Compact, Easy Assembly |
Color | Grey |
Resistance Mechanism | Magnetic |
Product Dimensions | 89"D x 18.9"W x 23.6"H |
Maximum Weight Recommendation | 250 Pounds |
Metrics Measured | Time, Count, Calories, Scan |
Model Name | SF-RW5515 |
Frame Material | Alloy Steel |
Item Weight | 60.9 Pounds |
Tension Level | 8 |
Material | Alloy Steel |
Power Source | Electric |
Number of Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. (included) |
Display Type | LCD |
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 50.5 x 25 x 10 inches |
Package Weight | 32.21 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 89 x 18.9 x 23.6 inches |
Brand Name | Sunny Health & Fitness |
Warranty Description | 3 Year Structural Frame, 180 Days Other Parts And Components |
Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
Number of Items | 1 |
Manufacturer | Sunny Health & Fitness |
Part Number | SF-RW5515 |
Model Year | 2015 |
Style | Classic |
Included Components | Rowing Machine |
Sport Type | Exercise & Fitness |
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Sunny Health & Fitness Magnetic Rowing Machine w 53.4" Extended Slide Rail, Smooth Quiet Resistance and Optional Exclusive SunnyFit App
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Brand | Sunny Health & Fitness |
Special Feature | Adjustable Foot Strap, Buit-In Wheel, Adjustable Resistance, Digital Monitor, Low Noice, Adjustable Seat, Portable, Sliding Seat, Ergonomic, Padded Seat, Contoured Seat, Foldable, Compact, Easy Assembly See more |
Color | Grey |
Resistance Mechanism | Magnetic |
Product Dimensions | 89"D x 18.9"W x 23.6"H |
Maximum Weight Recommendation | 250 Pounds |
Metrics Measured | Time, Count, Calories, Scan |
Model Name | SF-RW5515 |
Frame Material | Alloy Steel |
Item Weight | 60.9 Pounds |
About this item
- DIGITAL MONITOR: The large LCD console displays time, count, calories, total count, and scan. The convenient scan mode displays your progress to assist you in tracking all your fitness goals
- EXTRA LONG SLIDE RAIL: At 48 inches in slide rail length, and 44 inches in inseam length, the SF-RW5515 can accommodate rowers nearly any size
- ADJUSTABLE MAGNETIC RESISTANCE: With a simple twist, you can increase or decrease the 8 levels of magnetic resistance, so your workout can remain challenging and effective throughout your fitness journey
- TRANSPORTATION WHEELS: Built-in transportation wheels for easy portability. Simply tilt and roll out for use or away for storage, no need for heavy lifting or muscle strain
- NON-SLIP FOOT PEDALS: Textured non-slip foot pedals will ensure safe footing during the most demanding and vigorous workouts. Foot straps keep your feet saddled with so you can focus on the workout without feeling unbalanced
- UNSHAKABLE FITNESS: The floor stabilizers ensures that you'll no longer have to be concerned with wobbly or shaky strokes again.
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Product Description
What type of pulley handle is on this rower?
The SF-RW5515 features a durable nylon pulley. Pulley line is flat and provides a smooth and quiet pull with each row.
How high does the seat sit from the ground?
The cushioned seat measures 10.1 inches at its lowest and max 11.7 inches, making it easy to get on/off the machine.
Is this machine easy to pack away to save space when not in use? Does it fold up by chance?
Yes, there's a pin that you can remove to fold it in half, the sliderail will fold upward. Reinsert the pin to secure. Wheels at the front of the unit make it easily portable for storing.
What type of pedals does the rower have?
Pivoting pedals feature a textured non-slip surface. Built in straps are adjustable and fit all sizes to secure your feet in place.
Will this rower provide a full body workout or is it targeted?
Rowing provides an excellent full body workout! This low impact exerciser will workout the upper body, lower body, and even core muscles.
Rowers
250 LB | Max User Weight | 300 LB |
Magnetic | Resistance Mechanism | Elastic Cord |
8 | Tension Level | Low, Medium, High |
250 LB | Max User Weight | 245 LB |
Magnetic | Resistance Mechanism | Air |
8 | Tension Level | Dynamic Tension |
250 LB | Max User Weight | 300 LB |
Magnetic | Resistance Mechanism | Water |
8 | Tension Level | Dynamic Tension |
250 LB | Max User Weight | 300 LB |
Magnetic | Resistance Mechanism | Water |
8 | Tension Level | Dynamic Tension |
Accessory Items
NO. 003 | NO. 074-L | NO. 089-COMBO | SF-A022005 | SF-DB02-5 | SF-VP822058 | SF-WS022063 | |
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Material
| Plastic | Polyvinyl Chloride | Natural Rubber | Alloy Steel | Polyurethane (PU) | Plastic | — |
Dimensions (LxWxH)
| 10.2"L x 2"W x 7.5"H | 30L x 20W x 0.16H in | 51.2"L x 1.2"W | 56.1"L x 22.6"W x 36"H | 7.87"L x 5.04"W | 44.5"Lx 17.35"W x 7.5"H | 11"H x 11"W x 1"H |
Suggested Users
| Unisex-Adult | Unisex-Adult | Unisex-Adult | Unisex-Adult | Unisex-Adult | Unisex-Adult | Unisex-Adult |
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ASIN | B017HSNIEW |
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Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #5,849 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #4 in Rowing Machines |
Date First Available | November 2, 2015 |
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Customers like the ease of assembly, value, performance, noise and smoothness of the rowing machine. For example, they mention that the instructions are clear, it's well worth the price and that it performs well. Some are happy with smoothness, and strength training. That said, opinions are mixed on quality and resistance.
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Customers find the rowing machine easy to assemble. They say the instructions are clear and concise. They appreciate the labeled and sorted parts that correlate with the steps in the assembly instructions.
"...It’s a good, solid machine and my husband said it was really easy to put together...." Read more
"...All tools and parts were included and instructions were excellent. I put it together in 25 minutes...." Read more
"...Assembly was straightforward despite the large number of sub-assemblies and fasteners...." Read more
"...RECOMMENDATION:I think this is a safe and simple and inexpensive way to get a decent CV workout and to improve overall strength and flexibility..." Read more
Customers like the value of the rowing machine. They say it is well worth the price, easy to order, and easy to pay for. Customers also mention that it is a functional and inexpensive rowing bike. They also say it's a great purchase for rowers who can't spend a lot of money or who are starting out.
"...I came across this one at 18,000+ reviews for a really cheap price (compared to 2400)...." Read more
"Despite what some others have said, I think this is an excellent value...." Read more
"...I noticed the price of the machine is even lower than when I bought mine so I consider it an even better bargain at this price...." Read more
"...monitor, but overall this is a very well made and functional rowing machine for the price." Read more
Customers like the noise of the rowing machine. They mention that it's super quiet and works with a smooth motion. They also appreciate the lack of unnecessary bells and whistles.
"...The machine works smoothly and very quietly. The seat glides nicely on the rail with no bumping or catching...." Read more
"...I've had no problems with it so far. It's very quiet; the only real noise is the seat sliding back and forth...." Read more
"...rather than air resistance, which has the advantage of being almost silent during use...." Read more
"...It is very very quiet. I am able to watch a show from my iPad with the sound coming from just the iPad speaker...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the rowing machine. They mention that it is effective, sturdy, and functional. The resistance system is smooth and does not appear to affect performance. Some customers have used the product for a few months and have had no issues. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...It’s a good, solid machine and my husband said it was really easy to put together...." Read more
"...This was extremely helpful.The machine works smoothly and very quietly. The seat glides nicely on the rail with no bumping or catching...." Read more
"...The machine itself seems well built and functions smoothly when I use it. I've had no problems with it so far...." Read more
"...It is not loud, and does not appear to affect performance, but it is concerning that it could be a symptom of an impending failure at some..." Read more
Customers like the smoothness of the rowing machine. They say the back and forth slide motion is smooth, the flywheel action is smooth and quiet, and the row mechanism is pretty smooth. The motion is fluid and comfortable for arms, back, and legs. The noise is okay. Overall, customers are satisfied with the smooth operation and quiet operation of the product.
"...problems are minor and the basic functioning of the machine is sturdy, smooth, quiet and so far reliable...." Read more
"...The seat moves smoothly up and down the rail; the mechanism uses a fiberglass belt rather than a bicycle chain...." Read more
"...I like the seat of this unit. It is textured and has an angled back edge. I think without the two I might slide off the back...." Read more
"...The rowing mechanism is pretty smooth. No complaints whatsoever so far—will see how it holds up overtime!" Read more
Customers like the strength training provided by the rowing machine. They say it provides a great workout, is amazing, and fun. Customers also say it's a low-impact cardio alternative exercise to jogging. They find the workout videos provided to be pretty good. Customers say the machine is great for longer cardio, but for HIIT even an 8 can be too light. They sweat and their muscles feel like they worked.
"...to pay for, easy to assemble and store, easy to use, and provides decent CV workout for the average person." Read more
"...rowed before but some research effort tells me that rowing is good for various muscle groups, low impact, and engages cardio pretty well...." Read more
"...While it's no Concept2 it's a good product and a good workout.There are some things I think could be improved though...." Read more
"...This machine is quiet, inexpensive (less than $250), and gives me a solid workout...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the rowing machine. Some mention it's a really nice, solid machine, with very good quality, while others say that it'd be great for beginners but not a gym quality rower. The electronic screen gadget got such poor reviews, and some wish that the display was more robust.
"...It’s a good, solid machine and my husband said it was really easy to put together...." Read more
"...The seat glides nicely on the rail with no bumping or catching. The flywheel is very quiet and turns smoothly...." Read more
"...The first is the control panel. It's really basic and hard to read unless you have good light. The display itself is not self illuminated...." Read more
"Assembly was easy and didn’t take too long. It’s a simple rower with no frills so it’s perfect if you aren’t looking for something fancy with a big..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the resistance of the rowing machine. Some mention that the resistance is not a lot, and the ability to increase the resistance adequate. They say the 8 levels of resistance are decent and enough to get a good workout. However, other customers say that the range is limited and the resistance max is not very difficult.
"...The resistance level only goes up to 8. We have ramped up pretty quickly going from 3 to 7 within six months...." Read more
"...The resistance is easy to change and I can see the display just fine...." Read more
"...The slight lack of resistance, slightly limited range of motion for anyone in the 6ft+ range, and rudimentary display/tracking options are the..." Read more
"...The resistance is adjustable and in my view the range should be more than adequate for anyone except perhaps a national team heavyweight rower...." Read more
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EDIT: I keep having pain in my legs and butt and I don’t know why. I can’t adjust the seat or pedals.
After hours of research I chose this machine over others even though it was more expensive then I had originally planned on spending. However, a sale coupled with a damaged-box discount gave me such a supreme bargain I couldn't resist.
And I'm really glad I purchased it.
Packaging was stellar. Nice, tight packaging with small wood blocks insured no shifting of the machine during transport. All tools and parts were included and instructions were excellent. I put it together in 25 minutes. The most trying parts were the pull pin and large black knob on the top of the main frame which must be carefully lined up to fit. Lifting the frame up enabled me to shift the frame pieces into better alignment and slide the black knob piece directly down at the perfect angle. Otherwise, it will resist screwing into the hole.
The parts were shrink-wrapped on cardboard and clearly labeled as to which step they were for. This was extremely helpful.
The machine works smoothly and very quietly. The seat glides nicely on the rail with no bumping or catching. The flywheel is very quiet and turns smoothly. I have not used the computer readout yet so can not rate it.
I am 5'1" tall with a 27.5 inseam. When my legs are fully extended there is 13.5" of unused rail behind the seat until the seat would contact the stop bumper. Taller people would have plenty of room on the rail.
I have seen comments about feet slipping out of the foot rests. Please note the foot rests have two adjustments. The straps come pre-installed in the 'upper' slots closer to the toes of the rests. This is great if your feet are longer. For shorter feet, simple unthread the foot straps from the current location and feed them through the other slots closer to the heel of the foot rest. (See my photos for clarification). This will fasten the straps over the foot for smaller feet and prevent slipping of the foot.
I am including a close-up of the parts that attach the main frame to the seat rail frame. I am doing this because if you don't have all of the pieces together the frame will shift and the seat will not glide smoothly. I watched another purchaser's video where they were complaining about the seat not gliding and being noisy. If you look at her video you will immediately notice she has one of the bolt holes empty, causing the entire frame to bow down at that crucial point. Follow all directions and the frame will be totally tight and secure.
Personally, I love the machine. This is wonderful and I anticipate it providing me with many hours of relaxing rowing.
Note: If you feel the machine is not giving you a good workout, check your technique. Poor technique is responsible for 95% of dissatisfaction with most exercise equipment, in my opinion. Do yourself a favour and watch several videos from different sites to learn proper technique. Even if you have used a rowing machine before, don't second guess yourself. Good technique is the only thing you can do to guarantee a great workout, increased strength and health and to protect yourself from injury.
Dark Horse Rowing has a series of videos that are very nice. Otherwise, check out college rowing instructional videos. The video that is part of the advertising for this machine shows extremely poor technique. Do not use it for reference.
After hours of research I chose this machine over others even though it was more expensive then I had originally planned on spending. However, a sale coupled with a damaged-box discount gave me such a supreme bargain I couldn't resist.
And I'm really glad I purchased it.
Packaging was stellar. Nice, tight packaging with small wood blocks insured no shifting of the machine during transport. All tools and parts were included and instructions were excellent. I put it together in 25 minutes. The most trying parts were the pull pin and large black knob on the top of the main frame which must be carefully lined up to fit. Lifting the frame up enabled me to shift the frame pieces into better alignment and slide the black knob piece directly down at the perfect angle. Otherwise, it will resist screwing into the hole.
The parts were shrink-wrapped on cardboard and clearly labeled as to which step they were for. This was extremely helpful.
The machine works smoothly and very quietly. The seat glides nicely on the rail with no bumping or catching. The flywheel is very quiet and turns smoothly. I have not used the computer readout yet so can not rate it.
I am 5'1" tall with a 27.5 inseam. When my legs are fully extended there is 13.5" of unused rail behind the seat until the seat would contact the stop bumper. Taller people would have plenty of room on the rail.
I have seen comments about feet slipping out of the foot rests. Please note the foot rests have two adjustments. The straps come pre-installed in the 'upper' slots closer to the toes of the rests. This is great if your feet are longer. For shorter feet, simple unthread the foot straps from the current location and feed them through the other slots closer to the heel of the foot rest. (See my photos for clarification). This will fasten the straps over the foot for smaller feet and prevent slipping of the foot.
I am including a close-up of the parts that attach the main frame to the seat rail frame. I am doing this because if you don't have all of the pieces together the frame will shift and the seat will not glide smoothly. I watched another purchaser's video where they were complaining about the seat not gliding and being noisy. If you look at her video you will immediately notice she has one of the bolt holes empty, causing the entire frame to bow down at that crucial point. Follow all directions and the frame will be totally tight and secure.
Personally, I love the machine. This is wonderful and I anticipate it providing me with many hours of relaxing rowing.
Note: If you feel the machine is not giving you a good workout, check your technique. Poor technique is responsible for 95% of dissatisfaction with most exercise equipment, in my opinion. Do yourself a favour and watch several videos from different sites to learn proper technique. Even if you have used a rowing machine before, don't second guess yourself. Good technique is the only thing you can do to guarantee a great workout, increased strength and health and to protect yourself from injury.
Dark Horse Rowing has a series of videos that are very nice. Otherwise, check out college rowing instructional videos. The video that is part of the advertising for this machine shows extremely poor technique. Do not use it for reference.
The machine itself seems well built and functions smoothly when I use it. I've had no problems with it so far. It's very quiet; the only real noise is the seat sliding back and forth.
Assembly was straight forward. I suggest moving the wheel section of the machine to its final location before starting assembly. This will require an assistant since it's somewhat cumbersome. If you're a young muscular guy you can probably handle it yourself. You can bring the remaining parts to the new location in batches as you assemble the machine. Or, tip the delivery guy to carry it to its destination on his dolly. Mine came by UPS.
The machine itself has a few deficiencies. The first is the control panel. It's really basic and hard to read unless you have good light. The display itself is not self illuminated. There is no stroke rate indication which I think is very important since that's what indicates your level of effort. I set the panel to the stroke counter and use a separate stop watch on my phone to keep track of the time. I could probably use the timer on the control panel but frankly it's so cumbersome to cycle through the functions and hard to read (old eyes) that it's easier to use a separate device.
When battery replacement time comes it's going to be really hard to get the panel out of its hole. The manual isn't too specific but there is a tab along the bottom of the bezel which you lift up to unlatch the panel and pull it out of the recess. The problem is that there is nowhere to grip the frame of the panel to pull it forward so a tool, like a screw driver is needed to get it started moving forward so you have something to grip.
The second deficiency is the folding mechanism. The 2 major parts pivot on a long bolt and are locked in the functional position by a threaded hand knob for rigidity. This hand knob is unscrewed to allow the long section to pivot up for storage. In the up position you insert a pin which prevents the long section from falling by accident. I found the alignment of the holes for this pin don't allow for easy insertion of the pin. In my case I really don't need to fold the machine but you might feel differently.
I don't feel like these deficiencies are that significant on a machine at this price level. All in all these problems are minor and the basic functioning of the machine is sturdy, smooth, quiet and so far reliable. For the price I think this is a very good buy especially when you consider the price included shipping which can't be trivial. My aim was to get a reasonably good but inexpensive machine to try rowing and if I felt like I had a future with a rower I could move up later after I learned enough to make an informed purchase. So far so good.
I use it on a fairly low resistance setting (3 of 8) which, for now seems like a good level. I've had no expert advice about how to exercise so my information is from on line reading. I set my exercise time by the number of strokes. I started with 50 strokes, admittedly not much but enough to see what was going to hurt the next day - my shoulders, which still limit how fast I increase my exercise time. Every few days I add some strokes until now I'm up to 250 which takes about 10+ minutes. Still not enough but I've observed a few things as I proceeded. First, heart rate doesn't increase the longer you exercise. After the first 50 strokes or so your heart has adjusted to the new level of exertion and will maintain that rate as long as you maintain the stroke rate and resistance setting. This rate (about 23 spm) is comfortable for me and my heart rate is into the "vigorous exercise" range for my age recommended by the American Heart Assoc. So my goal now it to increase the time until I get to their recommended duration.
There's a little bit of technique to rowing that you can get information about from several sources on line. But the one thing that helped me a lot wasn't mentioned anywhere and that is to synchronize your breathing with the stroke. I find it much easier to breath in on the stroke and breath out on the recovery. My comfortable stroke rate is about 23 spm but when starting your breathing rate is less than that so it takes a conscious effort to sync the breath and stroke. As I start to breath harder it's easier to sync the two after about 50 strokes and then I get into a rhythm that works for me at this level of effort. If you're out of sync and try to breath in on the recovery your knees will compress your diaphragm and prevent you from getting a good breath.
If you're a senior like me who has moved to a more sedentary retirement lifestyle take it easy at first and move to more strenuous levels slowly. You won't find out what you're stressing until the next morning. I still find it interesting because I'm keeping all the numbers in a spreadsheet but I'll soon need some kind of entertainment while rowing to keep boredom at bay.
6/14/19
A few months ago the foot straps gave out. The metal oblong rings kept slipping to one side and that would effectively lengthen the strap so it didn't hold my foot firmly any more. This problem came on slowly but finally became a real nuisance. I bought some straps (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ATL97U8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1) from Amazon to replace the originals and they worked fine.
In all other respects the machine still works fine with no problems, just clean the seat track occasionally. I'm up to 375 strokes at tension 4 and continue to work on my technique. I noticed the price of the machine is even lower than when I bought mine so I consider it an even better bargain at this price.
5/25/20
The new foot straps mentioned above allowed me to pull the straps tighter than the original Velcro straps and as a result I have broken the plastic of both the foot pads on the inside where the strap comes up from beneath.
I repaired it by hot gluing a piece of strap metal to the bottom of the foot pad that spans the break. This seems to work fine so far. The metal part takes the load that caused the plastic to break. No big deal.
I don't think this was a defect in the product and I'm not changing my opinion that this is a good value for a beginner machine. My mistake was using much more tension on the foot straps after I replaced the originals with a different type of strap that allowed for pulling them much tighter. Obviously I didn't need to pull them as tight as I did so this problem is on me.
There have been no other problems with the machine other than replacing the battery in the control panel and cleaning the seat track occasionally.
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Reviewed in Spain on November 27, 2023
Yo hago rutinas de 30 minutos, y al finalizar siento que verdaderamente trabajé una gran parte de mis músculos, más notablemente los glúteos y los de la espalda. Sin embargo, también trabajas biceps y otros músculos. Sirve perfectamente para hacer cardio. Eso sí, terminarás todo sudado, por lo que es recomendable usar ropa especial para ejercicio para que no se te pegue la playera al cuerpo debido a lo mojada que estará la playera.
En cuanto al aparato que despliega información, yo lo utilizo con el cronómetro y el contador de remos. Ambos son muy exactos. Funcionan con batería, pero ya trae una incluida.
Una cuestión a notar es que aunque sí se puede doblar para almacenar, no es tan fácil hacerlo, por lo que preferí tenerla pegada a un lado del cuarto. Sin embargo, si tienes la paciencia para estar doblándola, podrás guardarla para que no estorbe. Llevo dos meses utilizando la máquina de remo, y el asiento ha empezado a rayar un poco el riel de la máquina, pero nada grave.
I'm giving it 5 Amazon stars because at the price, it's an excellent rowing machine. There are small annoyances and improvements that could be made, but this is a Caddy not a Bentley. I've used air machines (the one's with the big fan wheel) and piston driven machines. I get as good a workout on this as I did on an air machine, though the air machine had many more bells and whistles. The air machine I used was much noisier than this SH&F machine. This is waaaaaay smoother than the cheap piston resistance machines. I've had two of those over the years. Both leaked oil (eventually), were noisy, lacked smooth action, and took up too much space. I'm glad I spent a bit more money to get this quiet, well-built beauty.
Here's how I would rate the machine's components.
1) Assembly: 5/5. Easy to assemble.
2) Resistance: 5/5. Resistance is excellent. Easy if you want. Hard if you want. I wouldn't want a higher setting. My form suffers at 6, 7 and 8 so I don't stay up there for very long.
3) Smoothness of rowing action: 4/5. Fairly smooth and quiet. 4/5 because it's not whisper quiet and makes an unwinding sound that is a noisier on release, but certainly not loud.
4) Seat and rail slide: 5/5: Seat is comfortable for me. Good support and doesn't hurt. Smooth sliding action that is fairly quiet. It is not "loud" but you definitely hear it. I like it as it helps me find a rhythm.
5) Foot rests and straps: 4/5. Work well. Easy to place your feet. Straps easy to put on and take off. Snug fit. Adjustable enough. Giving straps a 4 because the strap nylon webbing seems a little whimpy (could be better or thicker material). They can twist a bit when you are snugging the straps. This is a minor annoyance that is remedied by pulling the strap slowly and straight through the metal buckle, being careful when you snug the strap.
6) Monitor: 2.5/5. The LCD monitor is not back lit so I find the numbers hard to read. They could have positioned the monitor higher on the machine so the rower is looking straight at it not down. Doesn't give you distance or stroke rate, but at the price I can live with it. Gives time, total stroke count, session stroke count, calories burned. The addition of distance, 500 meter split times, and stroke rate would be beneficial as it makes it easier to gauge progress.
7) Storage and wheels: 3.5/5. The position of the wheels for moving the system seems wrong. Hard to describe but it doesn't roll easily, especially on carpet (the room I use it in has a low, tight pile carpet) and is awkward to move the machine upon. Hard flooring would make it easier but still not easy. Machine folds easily, but once folded, the wheels become useless. You have to move it to where you want, find the exact position, then fold it up. Once folded, it's hard to move. Footprint when folded is not bad. I place my machine against a wall. Folded, the footprint size is 37"L x 18"W (the main part of the machine, front and back feet). Height of the rail when folded is about 53".
Reviewed in Canada on January 6, 2017
I'm giving it 5 Amazon stars because at the price, it's an excellent rowing machine. There are small annoyances and improvements that could be made, but this is a Caddy not a Bentley. I've used air machines (the one's with the big fan wheel) and piston driven machines. I get as good a workout on this as I did on an air machine, though the air machine had many more bells and whistles. The air machine I used was much noisier than this SH&F machine. This is waaaaaay smoother than the cheap piston resistance machines. I've had two of those over the years. Both leaked oil (eventually), were noisy, lacked smooth action, and took up too much space. I'm glad I spent a bit more money to get this quiet, well-built beauty.
Here's how I would rate the machine's components.
1) Assembly: 5/5. Easy to assemble.
2) Resistance: 5/5. Resistance is excellent. Easy if you want. Hard if you want. I wouldn't want a higher setting. My form suffers at 6, 7 and 8 so I don't stay up there for very long.
3) Smoothness of rowing action: 4/5. Fairly smooth and quiet. 4/5 because it's not whisper quiet and makes an unwinding sound that is a noisier on release, but certainly not loud.
4) Seat and rail slide: 5/5: Seat is comfortable for me. Good support and doesn't hurt. Smooth sliding action that is fairly quiet. It is not "loud" but you definitely hear it. I like it as it helps me find a rhythm.
5) Foot rests and straps: 4/5. Work well. Easy to place your feet. Straps easy to put on and take off. Snug fit. Adjustable enough. Giving straps a 4 because the strap nylon webbing seems a little whimpy (could be better or thicker material). They can twist a bit when you are snugging the straps. This is a minor annoyance that is remedied by pulling the strap slowly and straight through the metal buckle, being careful when you snug the strap.
6) Monitor: 2.5/5. The LCD monitor is not back lit so I find the numbers hard to read. They could have positioned the monitor higher on the machine so the rower is looking straight at it not down. Doesn't give you distance or stroke rate, but at the price I can live with it. Gives time, total stroke count, session stroke count, calories burned. The addition of distance, 500 meter split times, and stroke rate would be beneficial as it makes it easier to gauge progress.
7) Storage and wheels: 3.5/5. The position of the wheels for moving the system seems wrong. Hard to describe but it doesn't roll easily, especially on carpet (the room I use it in has a low, tight pile carpet) and is awkward to move the machine upon. Hard flooring would make it easier but still not easy. Machine folds easily, but once folded, the wheels become useless. You have to move it to where you want, find the exact position, then fold it up. Once folded, it's hard to move. Footprint when folded is not bad. I place my machine against a wall. Folded, the footprint size is 37"L x 18"W (the main part of the machine, front and back feet). Height of the rail when folded is about 53".