If you are looking at buying a rowing machine at this price range, you need to consider all options. While there are many popular rowing machine models - we could not go past the Matrix rower.
This rower is of commercial quality and for around the same price as many other non-commercial rated rowing machines.
Not many rowers allow you to adjust the resistance, and usually is dependant on how fast you row. Therefore not mimicking a true rowing experience. The Matrix rowing machine does allow for a close rowing experience and is a very well known and respected brand for commercial fitness products.
So whether its for home or your gym, if you want to buy a rowing machine ensure you come in and test this out for yourself.
Features and Benefits
Aluminum extruded slide rail and distance mimic real rowing feel
Coil spring poly-V belt drive system for quiet operation
Battery-powered display allows freedom of placement within the facility
Fan blade air resistance and ECB
Fan wheel technology provides a smooth, natural movement
SPECIFICATIONS
CONSOLE
Display feedback: Time, distance, calories, SPM(strokes per minute), strokes, heart rate, watts
Resistance levels: 12
Display type: Large LCD display
Workouts: Manual, race, training
FEATURES
Pedals: Fit-in with adjustable footboard
Contact HR sensors: No
Telemetric HR receiver: Yes
Handlebar design: Easy grip wooden handrail
Transport wheels: Yes
RESISTANCE SYSTEM
Drive system: Coil spring poly-V belt
Power requirements: Battery powered LCD display
Monorail: Aluminum
Technology: Air resistance technology
TECH SPECS
Maximum user weight: 159 kgs
Overall dimensions: L269cms x W51cms x H102cms
Weight: 40 kgs
We have one left in our showroom for you to test as a lot of people want to know what is the difference between a Matrix vs Concept2 rowing machine, we have found that the Matrix rower is an excellent product in comparison with other air rowers.