Designed for Life
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Introducing the WaterRower For over 20 years WaterRower has been combining stylish design, hand crafted workmanship and ethically sourced materials. Blending the tranquility of moving water and rhythm of motion into the worlds finest rowing simulator.
Fitness Equipment You Can Live With Smooth, Silent, Stylish and Storable: the WaterRower rowing simulator gives you an unrivaled all body workout. The WaterRower comes in a variety of finishes to match any environment from the living room to the gym, taking up minimal space when in use and even less when stored upright.
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The Ultimate Cross-Trainer The WaterRower spreads the work uniformly over all muscle groups, making it the most efficient aerobic exercise. Conventional mechanical resistance based rowing machines fatigue the body mechanically, creating a harsh feeling. Other common aerobic exercise equipment such as treadmills, cycles and ellipticals use far less muscle mass, burn fewer calories and generate fewer exercise benefits.
• Burn 1,000 plus calories per hour • Work 84% of your muscles • Target core muscles, strengthen posture, and help to reduce back injuries • Low impact and easy on the body; does not place stress on the joints and its seated position removes weight from ankles, knees and hips
The Perfect Exercise The WaterRower simulates the smooth flowing
nature of rowing a boat and can be used by everyone— Olympic athletes, those looking for a great personal workout, even users in physical rehabilitation. Combining control, strength and stamina in one complete exercise, rowing burns fat and strengthens your cardiovascular system with no detrimental impact or load on your joints. A truly self-regulating exercise, rowing is ideal for any individual, regardless of age, gender or level of fitness. The WaterRower offers you an unrivaled aerobic and muscular workout.
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Defined by Quality Design 1
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Soft rubber feet prevent slipping and damage to your floors.
Ergonomically engineered seat and unique dual rail for stability, comfort and smoothness.
Adjustable footpads on a pre-set footboard angled at 45째.
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Unique WaterFlywheel creates minimal noise and accurately simulates the dynamic of a moving boat.
The S4 Monitor has been designed for ease of use and is compatible with a range of enhanced software applications.
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• Distance Workout - Set a desired distance and work down to zero. Average workout statistics will show upon completion along with the total time. • Duration Workout - Set a desired duration and work down to zero. Average workout statistics will show upon completion along with the total distance. S4 Monitor Features: • QuickStart - Simply press the “On” button and the monitor is ready to use. • AutoStore - Preset up to 9 workouts for easy recall.
• Interval Workout - Set up to 9 workout intervals (of distance or duration) separated by rest durations. • PC Interface- Link the S4 Monitor to your PC and have access to a wide variety of software.
• Zone - Set your desired intensity, stroke rate or heart rate and you are alerted if you go below or above this zone.
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WaterRower... Powered by You
The WaterRower’s unique WaterFlyWheel has been designed to replicate the precise physical dynamics of rowing in a moving boat. In the knowledge that this is the surest way to achieve the physiological benefits and aesthetic pleasure of rowing. Many rowing machines imitate the action of rowing but they do so mechanically, and often lack the natural dynamics experienced when in a boat. The WaterFlyWheel responds to the work applied allowing constant effort through the whole stroke, unlike resistance based machines where effort is high at the beginning of the stroke and fades away as the resistance is overcome.
Self-Regulating Resistance – resistance increases proportional to increases in speed/intensity. Resistance is hence self-determined, as in all natural aerobic exercises, the user choosing their own pace.
Benefits of the WaterRower • An Excellent Investment – The WaterRower in either wood or metal finishes is durable, resists scratching and does not corrode, making it an excellent investment in your health. • Unique WaterFlyWheel – Resistance is proportional to your effort, making the WaterRower suitable for any user. • Award Winning Design – Available in a variety of finishes, the WaterRower compliments any environment. • Low Noise – The WaterRower is designed to be non-intrusive, unlike treadmills and air resistance machines which create a lot of noise. • Minimal Footprint – While catering for even the tallest users, the WaterRower is shorter than other machines and when not in use, it stores upright, taking up the space of a dining room chair. • Low Maintenance – Unlike mechanical chain driven rowers, there is no need to clean air vents or oil chains. Our machines come supported by an extensive warranty. • No Running Costs – No external power required, helping you help the environment • Ethically Produced – Handcrafted in the USA from sustainably managed Appalachian forest hardwoods • S4 Monitor – Designed to be simple to operate with a QuickStart function, while offering those wanting more information a feature rich environment with a wide variety of functions.
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Commercial Use The WaterRower has been designed to suit a wide range of commercial gym users from those preparing for a specific competition or challenge, to those looking to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle. This makes WaterRower a popular, multi-faceted addition to any gym. Our rowing machines come in a wide range of durable wood and metal frames that have been designed with a high regard to their aesthetic quality, making them suitable for all types of commercial settings from gyms to spas and luxury hotels. The WaterRower offers an all body exercise with exceptional calorie burn, while requiring minimal floor space and no external power.
Medical Use The WaterRower provides a non-impact, nonload bearing workout ideal for cross-training and rehabilitation. The seated position removes the body weight from knees and ankles and the unique WaterFlyWheel creates a uniform loaded stroke, eliminating the heavy jarring experienced on conventional rowing machines. This makes the WaterRower a popular choice for physiotherapy and sports science practices around the world.
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Model Range Natural
Club
Solid Ash frame finished in a honey oak stain and Danish oil with an S4 performance monitor.
Solid Ash frame finished in a rose and black stain with an S4 performance monitor.
Oxbridge
Classic
Solid Cherry wood finished in Danish oil with an S4 performance monitor.
Solid Black American Walnut frame finished in Danish oil with an S4 performance monitor.
S1 Manufactured in a brushed Stainless Steel finish with an S4 performance monitor.
We source all our wood from sustainable sources within the Appalachian Forests of the USA. We believe this commitment to the environment is an important reason why our owners chose WaterRower.
Wooden Models: Weight: Approximately 73lbs/33kg, 113lbs/51kg with 18l of water in the tank Dimensions (in use) : Length 82”/210cm x Width 22”/56cm x Height 20”/53cm
M1 LoRise
M1 HiRise
Fabricated in Steel and Powder coated in colors* to compliment a variety settings and other equipment and finished with standard height rails.
Fabricated in Steel and Powder coated in colors* to compliment a variety of settings and other equipment and finished with raised height (8�/ 200mm) rails.
*Standard- Silver, White or Black. Signature Series– customer specified.
WaterRower Warranty Each WaterRower is built to unprecedented levels of quality and craftsmanship. All components are selected for their fitness for purpose, not cost and are handcrafted in the USA.
Support and Service We have a large library of online resources for WaterRower owners. Owner support can be found at www.waterrower.com, as well as information on your local WaterRower office who will be happy to help you with any questions you may have.
Each WaterRower carries a one year conditional warranty on the frame and components as standard. An upgrade to a five year frame, and a three year component warranty is available.
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WaterRower in the Media “Provides an all-over workout with minimal impact on the joints. Every major muscle group is used.” “Such is the appeal of these machines that they boast owners as diverse as Steven Spielberg, Princess Anne and Larry Mullen of U2... Unlike other rowing machines which are air resistance, the WaterRower uses, well, water, contained in a large transparent drum... Working on it was a joy because the sound of the water gurgling was really pleasant. I could imagine I was actually doing it, out on the water. It’s stable and easy to store...” By Sir Steven Redgrave (Five Time Olympic Gold Medallist) “Smooth and very comfortable to use, with a nice pick-up. The machine looks great... It’s easy to move around, and even easier to store away - it’s one compact unit and can be stored upright...”
“The undoubted king of the crop is the magnificent WaterRower, a unique rowing machine that manages the unlikely feat of bringing style and substance to this unglamorous field... If general wellbeing and fitness are your targets, this is the perfect machine.”
“If I was going to have one at home this would be it. It looks attractive not like a gym instrument of torture... Rowing, like cross-country skiing, gives an excellent aerobic workout and this machine is the Rolls-Royce of rowers... The WaterRower scored 5 out of 5 in a review of exercise equipment...”
“This is one of the most stylish pieces of home-fitness equipment. The unique WaterFlywheel creates the sound of lapping waves, giving you the impression that you really are on the river... Verdict: excellent...”
“Rowing is one of the best forms of exercise there is and the WaterRower emulates the same physical dynamics as rowing, thus not only giving aerobic benefit but also similar pleasure...”
Endorsements Xeno Muller: Olympic Gold and Silver Medalist I won Olympic gold and silver in the men’s single scull and I will keep rowing for my entire life, to stay healthy and be able to chase down my great grandchildren. Now, I am a husband and a father of four and I love rowing at home. The WaterRower is gentle to row and gives me a full body workout. The quiet sound of the water adds harmony to our family life. Rowing at home is a great way to lead by example for my children to adopt exercise as a life style. When I exercise on the WaterRower I feel rejuvenated physically as well as mentally. I look forward to helping others find the same rowing benefits.
Martin Cross : Olympic Gold Medalist The Holy Grail for all ergo makers is to find a product that some how captures the feel of rowing in a boat: a smooth ‘catch’; a resistance that loads their body just like it does in a boat and a recovery phase that simulates the glide a rower experiences as the boat moves under them. In over twenty-five years of rowing, I’ve tried all that the market has to offer and there’s only one that comes close to capturing the essence of the sport: WaterRower.
Mark Edgar : Physiotherapist; London, England What impressed me most about the WaterRower was the lack of shock loading as the front end of the stroke... the athlete must load biomechanically more efficiently to score well - similar to what is required on the water.
Anna Friel : Actress “It’s great because with Gracie (my daughter) I can’t really get to the gym but with the WaterRower I can just lower it down and have a quick workout while Gracie runs around the house... The WaterRower is a piece of exercise equipment that lasts and actually looks nice. We originally bought it because it’s made from this beautiful wood and fitted into our house in Windsor, but it looks great in LA as well …the added bonus is that if you don’t have a gym it tucks neatly behind a door. I love it.”
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Stay Motivated To help you stay motivated, we have developed a number of ways to allow you to get the most out of your WaterRower. WaterRower performance monitors have been designed with PC interface capability. There are several commercially available software products for the WaterRower, including: • Netathlon • UltraCoach • WaterRegatta 3rd party open source software is available
www.we-row.com, Join us Online WaterRower brings you our unique online community, We-Row.com, where you can train and compete with people from the comfort of your home, and share your experiences in the forum. The application is internet based and runs on your PC or Mac. The We-Row.com web site features web racing, local racing, fitness trainer, personal trainer, and a member forum.
All you require to use We-Row is the S4 Monitor, a PC cable and internet access. No software download is required.
WaterCoach - WaterRower’s Education Program Our WaterCoach education program has been designed to broaden the knowledge of rowing.
A wealth of multimedia video tools can also be found at www.waterrower.com, where you can view technique videos as well as other training material.
WaterCoach consists of two programs: • WaterCoach Professional - A rowing education program for the fitness professional or instructor. • WaterCoach Home - A rowing education program for the WaterRower owner. Visit www.watercoach.com for more information on the WaterCoach programs and to contact one of our in-house trainers
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Accessories All of these accessories and more can be purchased online at www.waterrower.com, or by contacting your local WaterRower office.
Heart Rate Receiver
S4 Software Cable
The Polar® heart rate belt can be used in conjunction with our heart rate receiver to allow you to keep track of your heart rate on the S4 performance monitor.
Connect the S4 performance monitor on your WaterRower to your computer. Uses a 6 pin Din connector from the monitor to a serial port on your computer.
WaterRower Protective Mat
WaterBlue Dye
HiRise Adaptor
Extra Long Rails 4”/10cm longer rails for the WaterRower to accommodate the tallest of users. Available in all WaterRower wood types.
A blue tint for the water in your tank to enhance the look of your WaterRower.
Available in all WaterRower wood types, allows you to raise the height of your WaterRower by 7”/20cm making it easier for some users to access.
A 90” x 36”/228cm x 91cm mat to place under your WaterRower to protect your floors.
Experience the WaterRower for Yourself Try the WaterRower for yourself at one of our many retail partners. For further information, visit www.waterrower.com or call your local office. Whether you wish to use the WaterRower at home, at your place of work, or within a gym or spa, we have a model to suit your requirements.
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Showroom: Unit 8/46-50 Wellington Rd South Granville NSW 2142 Postal Box: P.O. Box 3409 Rhodes Waterside NSW 2138 Tel: 1 300 281211 • Fax: 02 96814821 info@waterrower.com.au • www.waterrower.com.au Head Office 25 Acton Park Estate The Vale, London W3 7QE Tel: +44 (0)208 749 9090 info@waterrower.co.uk www.waterrower.co.uk
Manufacturing 560 Metacom Ave Warren, RI 02885 USA Tel: +1 (401) 247 7742 info@waterrower.com www.waterrower.com
For your local office visit: www.waterrower.com WRM1129