Xterra Fitness ERG 200 Folding Magnetic Resistance Rower

The Xterra Fitness ERG 200 Folding Magnetic Resistance Rower is a fairly economical erg that wins points for its quiet operation. Its seat smoothly glides over dual aluminum slide rails mounted to a steel frame for stable movement.

Its pull with each stroke is smooth as well.

Will it last?

At least a few users religiously row on this “durable” and “sturdy” machine every night (some already for a few months) and haven’t seen any breakdown in operation.

One person does think the footrests are cheap.

But?

Even the maximum level of resistance isn’t high enough for users wanting to build muscles.

One person concedes while the limited resistance isn't strong enough to build “fast-twitch muscle fibers,” the Xterra Fitness ERG 200 Folding Magnetic Resistance Rower still is adequate for building “slow-twitch muscle fibers” as well as cardiovascular endurance.

The erg’s computer with a 3.7" LCD monitor display tracks elapsed time, stroke count, calories, and total count. It doesn’t, however, calculate distance.

This is interesting…

The Xterra Fitness ERG 200 Folding Magnetic Resistance Rower is compact and easy to fold and store upright in a corner.

Despite having four wheels, it’s not easy to move on carpet. Ironically, though, it can slide on a hardwood floor during use.

One person says the machine slowly moves a little forward with every “row” or “pull”, and thus uses it on a carpet or on an exercise mat.

This model is easy to assemble, but directions “could be better”. Peruse this manual of assembly and operating instructions.

To learn even more about the Xterra Fitness ERG 200 Folding Magnetic Resistance Rower, watch this informative video.

Features

• Dimensions: 71.9” long x 20.7” wide x 31.5” high
• Folded length: 36.4”
• Weight: 59.5 pounds
• Maximum user weight capacity: 250 pounds
• Eight levels of magnetic resistance
• One-year warranty on frame