Rumor no more: Peloton’s rowing machine is now available for preorder
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After a year of rumors of a Peloton rowing machine, the company has finally released details on how to pre-order the new interactive exercise device.
The rower, which is only available for pre-order in the US, starts at $3,195 and will ship to its first customers in December. Like the best exercise bikes, home rowing machines are becoming increasingly popular, so we knew it was only a matter of time before Peloton caught on to the trend.
Peloton is teasing the rower on his socials, including a YouTube video showing off some of his features. The new machine will feature some of its signature details, including leaderboards, live and on-demand lessons with a team of enthusiastic instructors, plus a 24-inch swivel screen, meaning you can move it up to 45 degrees when you’re working. are. ready to check out other on-demand classes, such as strength or yoga routines.
If you’re concerned about space in your home, you’ll need between 8ft (96″) to 2ft (24″) when you train on the rowing machine. However, it can be stored upright, so if you’re short on space, it may be a little easier to hide.
Unfortunately, Peloton will only release the rowing machine in the US for now and has no immediate plans to launch it in other markets like Canada or the UK.
Will the Peloton rowing machine stand up to its competitors?
High-tech rowing machines for the home are having their moment. Fitness enthusiasts rave about their ability to give you a total body workout, strengthening not only your arms, but also your legs and core, while also helping you work on your fitness.
Companies such as Hydrow, CityRow and Aviron are currently leaders in the interactive rowing market for the home. Can Peloton Compete?
Hydrow released its first smart rowing machine in the US in 2017 and bought it in the UK last year. The success has led to a newer and lighter model, the Hydrow Wave, which the brand launched last month. City Row and Aviron have similar models in the US, with accompanying apps with interactive training.
Is Peloton’s rowing machine too expensive for fitness fans? Its competitors’ rowing machines start at about $2000, which is over a thousand dollars cheaper than the Peloton offering. As with Peloton’s other exercise machines, the rowing machine comes in a variety of packages — with the most expensive, the Peloton Row Ultimate, costing just under $3600.
Some rowing fans may be tempted by the name of the brand, but the extra features will be the tipping point for most customers. Peloton’s live and on-demand classes for his bike and treadmill are unique and vast. We hope they have the same offer for his rowing machine.
Other features that could entice amateur rowers include Form Assist and Form Rating. Form Assist uses sensors on the rowing machine to give you real-time feedback on your form, while Form Rating rates you on your overall form after class, giving you tips for next time. Like the Hydrow rowing machine, Peloton’s offer also promises a quiet workout – thanks to the thin belt and electronically controlled resistance.
Only time will tell if Peloton’s new rowing machine is worth the price tag, but in the meantime, if you want to follow your fitness journey while completing a rowing workout, here’s our roundup of the best fitness trackers.