CONCEPT 2

Which Concept2 machine fits you?

Concept2 makes the RowErg, SkiErg, BikeErg and StrengthErg, machines whose air flywheel pushes back harder the harder you work. We carry these four Concept2 ergs, so your choice comes down to the movement you want, the floor and ceiling you have, and how you plan to store the machine between sessions.

RowErg, SkiErg or BikeErg: which cardio erg?

All three are cardio machines, but each works your body in a different position and asks for a different footprint. Here is how they line up on Concept2's published figures:

Choose the RowErg if you have the length for it, since its footprint is the largest of the three. The Tall Legs version raises the seat from 14 in to 20 in, and Concept2 says both versions fit inseams up to 38 in. Our Model D vs Model E rower comparison covers that seat-height choice in depth.

The SkiErg comes three ways: on the wall, on a floor stand with casters, or on a wide floor stand Concept2 designed for most wheelchair users. Concept2 adds that injured athletes can sit or kneel and still train the upper body and core. Pick your setup on the Concept2 SkiErg page.

Every SkiErg setup stands 85 in tall, so it will not fit under a 7 ft ceiling.

Is the Concept2 StrengthErg a cardio machine?

Not mainly. The StrengthErg is Concept2's strength trainer: one rail with leg press, chest press and seated row stations, resisted by a Concept2 air flywheel with a damper. Concept2 says the flywheel can resist over 1,200 lb of force, so the load follows how hard you push rather than a pin in a stack.

Choose the StrengthErg if you want pushing and pulling strength work without plates or a weight stack; pick a cardio erg if conditioning is the main goal. The holder-only version uses your phone as the display, and you can order the StrengthErg with or without a PM5.

What do all Concept2 machines share?

The PM5 monitor ties the range together. It tracks time, distance, pace, calories and watts, and your results can live in the Concept2 Online Logbook, so a row on Monday and a ski session on Thursday sit in one training record.

Does Concept2 have an app? Yes. ErgData is Concept2's free app; it pairs with the PM5 to record workouts, set goals and sync results to the Logbook.

Still deciding on rowing itself? Our full rowing machine lineup puts the RowErg next to magnetic and water rowers.

The BikeErg also sits among our air bikes, where you can compare it with other fan-resistance bikes.

Concept2 FAQ

How much does a Concept2 rower weigh?

The RowErg weighs 57 lb with standard legs and 68 lb with Tall Legs, according to Concept2. Either version measures 96 in long assembled, so plan the room around length first; choose the leg height on the Concept2 RowErg page.

How do you store a Concept2?

It depends on the machine. The RowErg separates into two parts, while the BikeErg and StrengthErg must stay fully assembled and the StrengthErg cannot stand on end. A wall-mounted SkiErg simply stays on the wall, and the Concept2 BikeErg keeps a 48 in x 24 in footprint when parked.

Does Concept2 PM5 have Bluetooth?

Yes. The PM5 connects over Bluetooth, and our BikeErg listing also names ANT+ wireless. That lets the monitor talk to the ErgData app and other compatible devices.

What does the damper do on a Concept2 rower?

It sets how much air flows through the flywheel on each stroke. A higher number feels like a bigger bike gear, heavier at the start of the stroke, and Concept2 suggests 3 to 5 for most workouts. Higher settings are hard to hold with good technique, so Concept2 keeps them for sprints and short pieces.

Order your Concept2 erg

Measure your floor and ceiling, pick the machine, then choose its version on the product page. Planning a whole room? Our free 3D home gym design maps the layout first, so you can book a gym design before you buy.

Installation is available when you buy from Hamilton Home Fitness. For stock or setup questions, call or text 423-458-2453.