Concept2 Forum

I hit my 200K meter mark this morning. I lost a week of rowing with bronchitis - but I am back and running. Way to go everyone! I had been rowing in the gym for years, but bought a Model D last year. It is great to have you own machine - especially of you are putting in long rows. Second best piece ...

I found that paddling gloves work well for rowing. They are like cycling / weight-lifting gloves, but have a very thin pad on the palm. I bought a pair from NRS years ago and still use them for almost every row. I'll still get calluses, but I have not had any serious blisters in years. I like gloves...

I just rowed a marathon this weekend. I find the hardest thing to fight is the boredom. In the summer I cycle - I can change the route, see new scenery, etc. The erg can be real boring. I do pop a video in the DVD player to help the time go by. Once you get thru a half marathon, then target 25K, and...

Just thought I'd log in and say Hi. For those of you doing long time in the seat, the Concept2 seat pad is great. I have been using them for a few years now. I know I can't do more than 17K without a sore butt! You really don't want a very cushioned seat pad. You'll spend a lot of energy deforming t...