Oartec Slider

[Rockin Roland]

Trigger pulled. I will going to seat now on a black D for the next 8 years at least. The shipping of an Oartec to my country was over 5 hundreds, so i pull the trigger for a new black D with the PM3 (most cost-effective option). Hope to have it in a couple of days to retake my training.

If I was in your position I would have spent the extra $500 on shipping to get the Oartec Slider delivered to my home.

After a few years of use the initial cost of an erg pales into insignificance. It's what it does for you and the joy in using it is what really matters.

I've tried all the dynamic ergs(including the C2 dynamic) and they all have considerable advantages over a basic stationary C2 model D erg. At the very least you should have considered the C2 Dynamic which I assume would have similar delivery costs to the model D.

Oartec Slider is a great erg and a real joy to use. It's movement is superior and puts the basic model D C2 erg into the dark ages. If your happy to workout on an out-dated piece of exercise equipment then that's your choice. But there are smarter options out there.

The Oartec Slider can be set up on RowPro. I've described how it can be done previously on this forum(information as obtained from the bloke who designed the Oartec Slider).

Dynamic ergs are the future. I cannot understand why anyone would want to get another stationary erg again.

[Atorrante]

Trigger pulled. I will going to seat now on a black D for the next 8 years at least. The shipping of an Oartec to my country was over 5 hundreds, so i pull the trigger for a new black D with the PM3 (most cost-effective option). Hope to have it in a couple of days to retake my training.

If I was in your position I would have spent the extra $500 on shipping to get the Oartec Slider delivered to my home.

After a few years of use the initial cost of an erg pales into insignificance. It's what it does for you and the joy in using it is what really matters.

I've tried all the dynamic ergs(including the C2 dynamic) and they all have considerable advantages over a basic stationary C2 model D erg. At the very least you should have considered the C2 Dynamic which I assume would have similar delivery costs to the model D.

Oartec Slider is a great erg and a real joy to use. It's movement is superior and puts the basic model D C2 erg into the dark ages. If your happy to workout on an out-dated piece of exercise equipment then that's your choice. But there are smarter options out there.

The Oartec Slider can be set up on RowPro. I've described how it can be done previously on this forum(information as obtained from the bloke who designed the Oartec Slider).

Dynamic ergs are the future. I cannot understand why anyone would want to get another stationary erg again.

Thank you RR for your post. Today received my new D and it was a real joy to workout in this out-dated but great piece of equipment. Since I has never used a dynamic, a static, specially a new one, is a pleasure to use for me. Maybe the day I have the opportunity to try a dynamic like an Oartec, will be selling the D again, maybe not. I do not row on water, so a basic stationary D is all I need to complement the cross training aproach i use to mantain fitness.

[Cikan Vuz]

The Oartec Slider can be set up on RowPro. I've described how it can be done previously on this forum(information as obtained from the bloke who designed the Oartec Slider).

Dynamic ergs are the future. I cannot understand why anyone would want to get another stationary erg again.

I am trying to find where you have posted before on how to connect the Slide to RowPro.?


(I am sorry Concept 2, but I saw that Slider and fell head over heels...)

[Cikan Vuz]

Oh, how does the OarTec Slider work on leg load compared to C2 model D or E? I was thinking about getting the C2 Dynamic but it just does not look like it really works the legs like other rows do....

I want to place order tomorrow, sure hope someone from Oartec, C2 or here answers soon... LOL

[hjs]

Oh, how does the OarTec Slider work on leg load compared to C2 model D or E? I was thinking about getting the C2 Dynamic but it just does not look like it really works the legs like other rows do....

I want to place order tomorrow, sure hope someone from Oartec, C2 or here answers soon... LOL

If you row at the pace and rate the dynamic works the legs just as much. It is easier to rate higher though, instead of moving your body up and down you only have to bend your legs and rock over.
A minus is more heatproduction, you move less...

[Bob S.]

A minus is more heatproduction, you move less...

A fan on your right side helps a lot with that. Note that on the left side it would interfere with the air flow of the wheel and alter the drag.

Actually, to be technical about it, it is not a matter of more heat production, but less heat loss from sweat evaporation and general air cooling.

[hjs]

A minus is more heatproduction, you move less...

A fan on your right side helps a lot with that. Note that on the left side it would interfere with the air flow of the wheel and alter the drag.

Actually, to be technical about it, it is not a matter of more heat production, but less heat loss from sweat evaporation and general air cooling.

Indeed, less cooling, a fan would be an other device on top of the rowing machine.

[gregsmith01748]

Oh, how does the OarTec Slider work on leg load compared to C2 model D or E? I was thinking about getting the C2 Dynamic but it just does not look like it really works the legs like other rows do....

I want to place order tomorrow, sure hope someone from Oartec, C2 or here answers soon... LOL

Here is a study by a respected rowing scholar (amazing that such a person exists) on the differences in forces between statis and dynamic ergs.

http://www.biorow.com/RBN_en_2010_files ... News10.pdf

[randallpatrickc]

Rockin Roland,
you say "The Oartec Slider can be set up on RowPro. I've described how it can be done previously on this forum(information as obtained from the bloke who designed the Oartec Slider)......"
I can't find this post - can u give me a pointer pls?
Thanks in anticipation,
Patrick (thinking of getting an Oartec Slider)

[randallpatrickc]

Thought I'd better post a positive comment about Oartec's Slider - I've just bought one to complement my on the water rowing down here in Florida. It get's a bit steamy and although I live right on the water, if I get up too late (that is, if it's getting light) the humidity and sun is brutal. Ergo, an erg. I tried a C2 D and a C2 Dynamic but must say I really like using the Slider. It does seem as though I'm "pulling the boat past the oars" and I think it will be good for my OTW.

I had to wait a couple of weeks for Oartec to ship one to me (it seems they are busy) but once shipped it arrived FedEx in 3 days in two sturdy boxes (see pics). It was easy to assemble even with one person and doesn't take up much room when not in use. (I'd say about 8.5ft) You just need a bit extra for the fan end to move away. When parked it is pretty compact.

Very solidly (Made in USA) built and I think I'm going to be a happy long-time user. I think dynamic rowing is a *lot* more like boating than the old C2s. I initially thought that I'd be unhappy with the monitor and lack of software but, when it comes down to it, it gives me all the info I need. On the advice of you guys I'm adjusting the damper while at steady state to get a similar speed to my training scull. Currently I just set the 3 distance intervals I normally row (to get around 2 islands and back home), add a 2 minute rest between and row to keep my HR at 130 (I'm old). I got their AMT+ wireless HR receiver and transmitter. It's good that it is wireless as the slider slides of course and no wire to dangle (doh - didn't think of that).

The Slider rewards good technique I can definitely see - no watching TV right now, concentrating!

Oartec are developing PC software (not Mac) that will show interesting stuff. I'm particularly curious to see if they can show realtime "power delivery" through the stroke. I don't particularly need logging as I just type my times into another general fitness/food program.

All in all I'm very happy. Bear in my that I am no Elite or Master - just an old Geezer having fun.

[randallpatrickc]

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