Water Rowing Machines:. Magnetic Rowing Machines:. Air & Magnetic Rowing Machines:. Summary:

Water Rowing Machines:<ul><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Resistance Mechanism: Utilizes a water-filled flywheel tank to create resistance. Adding more water for more resistance and remove water for less resistance. This can be tedious if you have more than one user with different strength levels.&#xA0;</li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Feel: Mimics the natural feel of rowing on water; the resistance increases with the speed and intensity of your rowing stroke.</li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Noise Level: Produces a soothing, swishing sound of water, which some users find pleasant.</li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Maintenance: Requires occasional maintenance to ensure the water remains clean and the tank stays in good condition.</li></ul>Magnetic Rowing Machines:<ul><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Resistance Mechanism: Uses a magnetic brake system to create resistance.</li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Feel: Provides smooth and quiet resistance that is consistent throughout the rowing stroke.</li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Noise Level: Very quiet, making them ideal for home use where noise might be a concern.</li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Maintenance: Generally low maintenance, as there are no parts that come into direct contact.</li></ul>Air &amp; Magnetic Rowing Machines:<ul><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Resistance Mechanism: Combines air resistance (using a fan) with magnetic resistance to create a hybrid system.</li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Feel: Offers the dynamic resistance of an air rower, where resistance increases with rowing intensity, along with the smooth, adjustable resistance of a magnetic rower.</li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Noise Level: Produces more noise than purely magnetic rowers due to the fan, but typically less than air rowers.</li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Maintenance: Requires moderate maintenance, similar to air rowers, but generally low for the magnetic component.</li></ul>Summary:<ul><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Water Rowers: Best for a natural rowing feel and pleasant sound but require some maintenance.</li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Magnetic Rowers: Best for quiet operation and low maintenance with consistent resistance.</li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Air &amp; Magnetic Rowers: Best for a combination of dynamic and adjustable resistance with moderate noise and maintenance levels.</li></ul>

What is the difference between water, magnetic, and air & magnetic rowing machines?

Here are some handy tips to keep your tank clean:. Location:. Use Water Purification Tablets:. Use Distilled Water:. Regular Inspections:. Water Changes:. Keep the Tank Sealed:

Here are some handy tips to keep your tank clean:<ul><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Location:<ul style="font-size: initial; font-family: initial;"><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Place your rower away from direct sunlight as this will prevent algae growth.</li></ul></li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Use Water Purification Tablets:<ul style="font-size: initial; font-family: initial;"><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Add water purification (Chlorine &amp; Bromine Free) tablets to the tank. These tablets are specifically designed to prevent algae and bacteria growth. Follow the manufacturer&apos;s recommendations for dosage and frequency, typically adding a tablet every 3-6 months.</li></ul></li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Use Distilled Water:<ul style="font-size: initial; font-family: initial;"><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If possible, use distilled water when initially filling the tank. Distilled water contains fewer impurities that can promote algae and bacteria growth.</li></ul></li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Regular Inspections:<ul style="font-size: initial; font-family: initial;"><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Periodically inspect the water for any signs of cloudiness, discoloration, or algae growth. If you notice any issues, it may be time to change the water.</li></ul></li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Water Changes:<ul style="font-size: initial; font-family: initial;"><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Change the water at least once a year, or more frequently if needed. To change the water, follow these steps:<ol style="font-size: initial; font-family: initial;"><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Drain the existing water from the tank.</li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Rinse the tank with clean water to remove any residue.</li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Refill the tank with fresh water and add water purification tablets.</li></ol></li></ul></li><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Keep the Tank Sealed:<ul style="font-size: initial; font-family: initial;"><li style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ensure the tank is properly sealed when not in use to prevent contaminants from entering the water.</li></ul></li></ul>

How do you keep the water clean for the water rower?

Speak to one of our specialists right now via our Live Chat.
Live Chat Hours:

Submit a request using our contact form. Our team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.

Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm AEST
Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays: 9:00am - 5:00pm AEST

Lifespan Fitness

Rowing Machine FAQ

Product Information

Which cardio equipment are low impact on joints?

Can I keep my equipment undercover outdoors?/ Does your equipment require to be used indoors only?

How to you lay the rubber gym floor mats?/ What do you use to glue the mats to ground?

How to clean rubber gym mats?

Do you sell parts for other brands?

General FAQ

Is maintenance required for my treadmill?

Is running on a treadmill as effective as running outside?

What is the difference between a normal treadmill and a curved FreeRun treadmill?

Which treadmill is suitable for me?

Are treadmills easy to install?

Treadmill or Cross Trainer - which one should I choose?

Which treadmill cover is right for my treadmill?

Why are some treadmill higher at the front of the walking deck when it is on 0 incline?

What is the difference between HP and CHP for treadmills? Which one is better?

Treadmills FAQ

Which spin bike is suitable for me?

What is the difference between Spin bikes, Upright bikes and Recumbent bikes?

What is the difference with spin bikes with front flywheel vs the rear flywheel?

Do you have a bike that can generate resistance from pedalling backwards?

What are the benefits of the air bikes?

How do I check if the bike seat distance to pedals is suited for my height?

What kind of maintenance is required for upright/spin/recumbent bikes?

Exercise Bike FAQ

What is the difference between having a front or rear flywheel for cross trainer?

What kind of maintenance is required for cross trainers?

How does the hybrid cross trainers work?

How much assembly is required for the cross trainers?

Cross Trainer FAQ

What are cable ratio? / How much weight am I actually pulling on your cable machines?

What is the difference between Olympic and Standard weight plates and barbells?

What is the difference between Olympic Bumper Plates, Olympic Tri-Grip Plates and Olympic Competition Bumper Plates?

Strength Equipment FAQ

How to connect to the compatible Apps?

APP's FAQ

Can I pick up my purchase?

When can I collect my order after purchasing?

Why do I need to pay for Transfer for Click & Collect?

How long can you hold my order for Click & Collect?

Can I authorise a 3rd party courier/person to collect on my behalf?

Collection FAQ

Can I choose which courier my parcel will be delivered with?

Delivered - Missing items from order/ Why wasn't my order sent together?/ Why do I have two items with the same tracking but only one has arrived?

My tracking is invalid

Will I get a call prior to, or upon, delivery?

Can I change my shipping / delivery address?

My item has no tracking. How do I know when it will arrive?/ Has my order been dispatched yet - How can I track it?

Where is my order? When will it arrive?

My order has been shipped - how long does delivery take?

When will my item ship?

Do I need to sign for my delivery?

How can I get assistance with my delivery?

Can I schedule a time / day for delivery?

What happens if no one is home? Can you deliver on weekends?

Can you deliver to a PO box or parcel locker?

Will my item be delivered before Christmas?

Why is the expected dispatch date further on some products?

Why do some products take longer to ship?

Do you deliver to unsealed roads or driveways?

Do you deliver to the door for Rural or Remote areas? / I live on a farm, will the driver deliver to my door?

Do your couriers unpack and dispose the rubbish for me? / Can the couriers take away my old equipment when delivering the new one?

Can I collect my order from the Courier depot?

Delivery & Tracking

Delivery & Collection

What is your change of mind policy?

What is the time frame for refunds once the order is returned?

Can I return the product to your warehouse?

Will the refund go back to the original payment method?

Are you able to arrange a courier to return the product if I don't like it?

Do you accept or buy back used equipment of your brand? / Do you do trade in?

Returns & Refunds

Do you offer AfterPay, ZipPay or Pay in 4?

What payment methods do you accept?

Can I split my payment?

There are two payments on my PayPal transaction

How to obtain a copy of my invoice

Can I place an order over the phone?

Have I been charged twice for my order?

Do you accept American Express (Amex)?

Payments

Why haven't I been contacted for the installation service I purchased?

Why is the courier not assembling my product?

Can the installer mount or anchor the products for me?

Do you have installation service for the gym tile floor mats?

How easy is it to install your products? / Can I purchase assembly later if I get stuck?

After set up, will the installer take away the carton and rubbish?

I am struggling to install the tension cable on my exercise bike/recumbent bike/cross trainer

Assembly & Services

Where can I bring the machine in for repair?

Do you have a technician in my area if I need a repair/service?

Does your warranty cover labour fees? / Do I have to ship it back to you for repairs?

Do you cover warranty for commercial use?

Do you sell parts for older models?

Warranty & Repairs

What are your operating hours?

What is The Fitness Outlet?

Contacting our Customer Service Team

What is ElitePass?

Shop in store

Flexible Payment Options

Can I get a Quote made for NDIS? / Are you an NDIS provider?

Info & Updates

I am having trouble logging into my account.

How do I unsubscribe from receiving marketing email?

I want to remove my digital footprint. Can you delete my account from your website?