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by sgat_555
December 29th, 2020, 10:04 am
Forum: Indoor Rowers
Topic: Drag Factor
Replies: 9
Views: 4484

Re: Drag Factor

It would be great to have a direct comparison for reference. I've used this Model B for 15+ years and I have always been happy with the resistance (even with the vents fully open). The DF has only been something I have been aware of since fitting this PM5. It will be very interesting to see what the...
by sgat_555
December 28th, 2020, 8:18 pm
Forum: Indoor Rowers
Topic: Drag Factor
Replies: 9
Views: 4484

Re: Drag Factor

Thank you very much for the links. I'll make a speed ring and see where that gets me. I've just been playing with the PM5 settings. Interestingly, when I set it to Model B and confirm, if I go back into that setting it has reverted to Model C. By comparison, if I select Model A or Model D/E and go b...
by sgat_555
December 28th, 2020, 6:00 pm
Forum: Indoor Rowers
Topic: Drag Factor
Replies: 9
Views: 4484

Re: Drag Factor

Tsnor, thank you for the prompt reply! After getting an unexpectedly Drag Factor, I searched the PM5 options and found the Model selection. It's now set to Model B, however this had little effect on the Drag Factor numbers. I've just been searching the forum posts and noticed people who have "enclos...
by sgat_555
December 28th, 2020, 5:33 pm
Forum: Indoor Rowers
Topic: Drag Factor
Replies: 9
Views: 4484

Drag Factor

Hello Everyone! This is my first post so apologies if this has been covered previously. I have just upgraded my trusty Model B with a PM5 (Christmas present to myself). Everything seems to be working perfectly however, when I check the Drag Factor, it's 243 with the vents fully open and 170 with the...