Rowbike - what do you think?

dex · 05-23-2008, 06:31 PM

I like this idea - I have a road and mountain bike.
This looks like a great all body work out.
Whole Body Fitness

Rambler · 05-23-2008, 07:10 PM

Looks like a great workout...I think it might take some time to get used to, in terms of keeping balance and steering. I'm looking to buy a rowing machine when returning to the states, but this might be a good alternative.

R

dex · 05-23-2008, 07:36 PM

there are a couple of videos on youtube - it does look like a great workout

samclem · 05-23-2008, 07:48 PM

From a few angles it looks like there could be some interference between the down-tubes on the pull-bar and the rider's upper thighs at the very end of the stroke. A thousand bucks is also a little steep for a ~~cheapskate~~ frugal sort like me--but maybe an abandoned one would come available on eBay (as seems to happen with all exercise equipment).

No doubt that rowing is a great workout. Watch your form or your back will really pay the price.

bright eyed · 05-23-2008, 09:13 PM

from the looks of your avatar dex, you don't need any more working out!

maybe you just have a crush on the cartoon lady demonstrating the product?

how do you brake? i see they steer by leaning...could be fun if you're near a long strip like a boardwalk, shore or some place...

chinaco · 05-24-2008, 06:37 AM

It looks like it provides exercise... but it may be a little hazardous to use on roads (compared to a normal bicycle). It looks like the movement of the body would not keep one as stable as peddling... and perhaps more distracted.

IMO - If you are interested in rowing, use a boat or a rowing machine.

**Martha** · 05-24-2008, 06:54 AM

I have a friend who has the Trikke. He swears by the upper body workout. Works best on roads where you have some room to move. My friend lives in Madison Wisconsin and tools all over the residential side streets, including up hill.

Trikke USA - drive your fitness machine

dex · 05-24-2008, 09:10 AM

YouTube - extreame fitness

YouTube - Rowbike

This thing has caught my imagination.

Bright eyed - my avatar is slightly off from what I acually look at - I don't have any hair on my head.

ls99 · 05-24-2008, 11:26 AM

Looks like you can pop wheelies on each back stroke. Maneuverability seems awkward. .

Buckeye · 05-24-2008, 06:20 PM

This reminds me of a piece of exercise equipment (stationary) that was popular about 10 years ago which I purchased. It was a very good workout but it was very boring. Something mobile would probably be a lot more interesting.

TromboneAl · 05-24-2008, 06:33 PM

Based on nothing but the videos, I get the feeling that it would get very tedious.

Note how much effort this guy puts in to ride up a hill:

YouTube - lee cole rowbike

kevin92610 · 05-24-2008, 09:44 PM

damn...no gears...I would die trying to get that thing up the hills where I live. I will have to vote for staying with the old fashioned bike that lets me change gears so I can actually make it up the hills :-)

kevin

dex · 05-25-2008, 08:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kevin92610

damn...no gears...I would die trying to get that thing up the hills where I live. I will have to vote for staying with the old fashioned bike that lets me change gears so I can actually make it up the hills :-)

kevin

The $750 model doesn't have gears - the others do.

05-23-2008, 06:31 PM	#1
dex Thinks s/he gets paid by the post Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 2,594	Rowbike - what do you think? I like this idea - I have a road and mountain bike. This looks like a great all body work out. Whole Body Fitness __________________ Sometimes death is not as tragic as not knowing how to live. This man knew how to live--and how to make others glad they were living. - Jack Benny at Nat King Cole's funeral

05-23-2008, 07:36 PM	#3
dex Thinks s/he gets paid by the post Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 2,594	there are a couple of videos on youtube - it does look like a great workout __________________ Sometimes death is not as tragic as not knowing how to live. This man knew how to live--and how to make others glad they were living. - Jack Benny at Nat King Cole's funeral

05-23-2008, 07:48 PM	#4
samclem Thinks s/he gets paid by the post Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 2,738	From a few angles it looks like there could be some interference between the down-tubes on the pull-bar and the rider's upper thighs at the very end of the stroke. A thousand bucks is also a little steep for a ~~cheapskate~~ frugal sort like me--but maybe an abandoned one would come available on eBay (as seems to happen with all exercise equipment). No doubt that rowing is a great workout. Watch your form or your back will really pay the price. __________________ "Freedom begins when you tell Mrs. Grundy to go fly a kite." - R. Heinlein

05-23-2008, 09:13 PM	#5
bright eyed Thinks s/he gets paid by the post Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,501	from the looks of your avatar dex, you don't need any more working out! maybe you just have a crush on the cartoon lady demonstrating the product? how do you brake? i see they steer by leaning...could be fun if you're near a long strip like a boardwalk, shore or some place... __________________ If i think of something clever to say, i'll put it here...

05-24-2008, 06:37 AM	#6
chinaco Thinks s/he gets paid by the post Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 2,665	It looks like it provides exercise... but it may be a little hazardous to use on roads (compared to a normal bicycle). It looks like the movement of the body would not keep one as stable as peddling... and perhaps more distracted. IMO - If you are interested in rowing, use a boat or a rowing machine. __________________ Disclaimer: I make no warranty or guarantee about the accuracy or completeness of this information. I am not a financial planner, my comments only represent my opinion.

05-23-2008, 07:10 PM	#2
Rambler Full time employment: Posting here. Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 652	Looks like a great workout...I think it might take some time to get used to, in terms of keeping balance and steering. I'm looking to buy a rowing machine when returning to the states, but this might be a good alternative. R

05-24-2008, 06:54 AM	#7
Martha Moderator Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: minnesota Posts: 9,334	I have a friend who has the Trikke. He swears by the upper body workout. Works best on roads where you have some room to move. My friend lives in Madison Wisconsin and tools all over the residential side streets, including up hill. Trikke USA - drive your fitness machine __________________ . Do not rely on the information provided--my posts are not to be taken as legal advice. Needless to say you must consult with your legal representative. I am not responsible for errors. If I offended you with cya I apologize. If I did not, I tried.

05-24-2008, 11:26 AM	#9
ls99 Recycles dryer sheets Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 335	Looks like you can pop wheelies on each back stroke. Maneuverability seems awkward. . __________________ There must be moderation in everything, including moderation.

05-24-2008, 06:20 PM	#10
Buckeye Recycles dryer sheets Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 459	This reminds me of a piece of exercise equipment (stationary) that was popular about 10 years ago which I purchased. It was a very good workout but it was very boring. Something mobile would probably be a lot more interesting.

05-24-2008, 09:44 PM	#12
kevin92610 Dryer sheet aficionado Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 39	damn...no gears...I would die trying to get that thing up the hills where I live. I will have to vote for staying with the old fashioned bike that lets me change gears so I can actually make it up the hills :-) kevin

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