This is a perfect exercise machine for someone of my late years, offering adjustable resistance and self managed speed. Good quality at a very reasonable price.
Assembly instructions aren't clear. Sent mine back, don't waste your money
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from staminaproducts.comBy Customer Care, Customer Care, November 3, 2021
Hi Melt3206, We're sorry to hear that you were having issues assembling your 35-1050D rower. If in the future you need assistance with assembly, please reach out to our Customer Care team at 1-800-375-7520 Monday-Thursday 7:30-5 or Friday 8-3 central.
This is a great machine. Folds nicely by tucking for easy storage when not in use. Extremely easy to pull out and setup to exercise. Well made, easy to assemble. It is a quiet machine with good (adjustable) resistance.
I bought this rower during the pandemic as a quiet way to exercise my arms and legs. I LOVE it! I've never had a rower that is as smooth as this one. The fact that it is silent makes it totally amazing as my husband was telecommuting downstairs. Win-Win!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This rower does the job well; but has 3 minor "bugs" as follows: 1) The "pedal straps" are too stiff, too wide and too heavily velcroed; and yet don't hold the feet well? My feet tend to slip off the pedals no matter how tight I cinch the straps. 2) The pivoting foot pedals need a higher heel cup flange to help prevent foot slippage off the pedals (see point-1). 3) The center beam and/or seat rollers have some sort of "flat-spots" that cause a minor popping sound & vibration during use. This is only a minor nuisance.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was a competitive oarsman, and this is my second BodyTrac 1050 rower. That says a lot more than the ****1/2 stars I am assigning it.
First, the BT has a small footprint, stores easily and is light enough to move with ease. Second, the mechanics are simple and sensible. They require simple maintenance, like lubricating the shocks and tightening bolts. Third, it’s durable. My first BT lasted 12 years. Fourth, the action reminds me more of actual rowing than those expensive rope pulled machines. Fifth the BT is the best buy for the money I’ve seen.
My major criticism is the unusable round cap on the handle. I removed it and redesigned the handle to lengthen it, make the angle more horizontal, and offer a couple of grip options. I will do the same with my new BT. I hope the designers will address this issues, for the next BT I buy.