The Concept 2 Model D Indoor Rowing Machine with PM5 has gained immense popularity, especially with the CrossFit community where it has emerged as the rowing machine of choice. It is also perfect for a rowing team because the units can be easily linked together.

How Does it Work?

This particular Indoor Rowing Machine uses air resistance to meet all resistance and fitness levels. It is popular for combining unlimited resistance, durability, and engaging programming at a great price. It uses air resistance against the strokes and features a sturdy steel frame. Since air resistance increases with the intensity of the rower and can also be changed with the damper, this rower is perfect for athletes at all fitness and training levels.

Features and Specifications of the Concept 2 Model D Indoor Rowing Machine with PM5

Backlit performance monitor (PM5):

The backlit LCD performance monitor is also known as PM5. It provides various preset rowing games and workout programs.

The PM5 also tracks workout data such as pace, calories burnt, and distance. This data can also be transferred to other electronic devices with a USB flash drive or wirelessly.

The machine’s wireless capabilities support machine-to-machine racing and heart rate monitoring too. The LCD monitor allows you to track and manage various advanced performance features and control your workout.

Air resistance rower:

This is a great feature that is designed to give users a realistic feel when they are working out. This is also one of the main reasons why most professionals use this rowing machine to improve their overall performance and fitness. Moreover, air resistance also ensures that you don’t have to adjust the resistance constantly. It allows you to determine the resistance because your resistance increases as you row harder.

It recharges the batteries while you are rowing:

This is one of the most important and interesting features because besides recharging the batteries, it also extends the battery life. Therefore, all of your workout efforts will be put to use.

Removable Log Card:

The removable log card allows you to store all your preferences and data from your workouts and you are also able to upload the data to your PC. Most importantly, the log card can save data for up to 5 different users.

Adjustable damper:

Although the resistance level depends on how hard the user is rowing, they can also adjust the airflow of the machine’s flywheel in order to change how the strokes feel to their preference. Higher settings will make you feel as if you are actually rowing in a larger, heavier boat and the lower settings make you are rowing a small boat. Higher settings produce an intense workout.

Folding away and storage:

The Concept 2 Model D Indoor Rowing Machine features a quick-release mechanism that breaks the rower into two different parts, so you don’t need any specialized tools. This is perfect for users who have limited space because you can simply place it out of sight when not in use instead of letting the machine take up the much-needed space. Great rowing machines for home use!

Specifications Summary and Other Features

• Weight: 56LBS.
• Length: 96”
• Width: 24”
• Maximum weight capacity: 500Lbs.
• Color: Grey or black

The Good

      Nickel-plated chain

       Stainless steel track

       Comfortable seat

     Adjustable footrest and ergonomic handle

      Realistic rowing motion

      Easy to assemble

      5-year manufacturer’s warranty on the frame

      2-year manufacturer’s warranty on the performance monitor and moving parts.

      Storage: Easily breaks down into two parts.

      Great value but fairly expensive

The Not so Good

     Quite long  – but folds away very well

     Fairly noisy due to air resistance.

The Concept 2 Model D Indoor Rowing Machine is ideal for both beginners and experienced athletes including Olympic athletes. It is made with very high standards that have actually been proven by very many owners. The Concept 2 Rowing Machine was created for durability and will last you many years.

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