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HCI Fitness Sprint Outrigger Scull Rowing Machine

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Brand HCI Fitness
Special Feature Time/duration;Calories
Resistance Mechanism Water
Maximum Weight Recommendation 275 Pounds
Model Name Sprint Outrigger
Item Weight 55 Pounds
Power Source Battery Powered
Display Type LCD

About this item

  • High-quality piston rowing machine; 12 levels of hydraulic resistance
  • Strong, commercial-grade cylinders
  • Quickly folds into an ultra-compact unit
  • LCD display shows you time, stroke count, total strokes, and calories

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Sprint Outrigger Indoor Hydraulic Piston Rower

The Sprint Rower Hydraulic Scull/Rowing Machine provides the ultimate experience in piston rowing exercise. Designed with German engineering influences, the Sprint Rower will not only give you a hard-core cardio workout, but it will give your muscles a rigorous workout, too.

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The Sprint Outrigger Scull Rowing Machine gives you the ultimate experience in Piston Rowing. Designed with German engineering influences, the Sprint Rower is the most affordable and highest quality Outrigger on the market today. It features two hydraulic cylinders with the ability to set force resistance on a scale of 1 to 12, and a comfortable ergonomic seat with smooth running rollers mounted on rails. Strap your feet into the large footplates, they will pivot slightly to support your natural motion as you row. The Display shows you time, stroke count, total strokes, and calories. Also, it includes built-in workout programs based on both calories and strokes. When in use, the unit is 55 in L x 68 in W x 15 in H and supports up to 275 lbs. When you need to store the unit, it folds to easily fit under a bed or in a closet. Warranty is one year on all parts.

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Designed with German engineering influences, the Sprint Rower Outrigger is a high-quality piston rowing machine made completely of metal. The seat is ergonomically designed for comfort during intense rowing. The rollers are smooth and the foot paddles are extra large to encourage a natural motion during your workout. The Outrigger features two hydraulic cylinders with the ability to set force resistance on a scale of 1 to 12 and a comfortable ergonomic seat with smooth running rollers mounted on rails. Strap your feet into the large footplates--they pivot slightly to support your natural motion as you row. Not only will this rowing machine give you a hardcore cardio workout, it will also work your upper and lower body muscles because the rowing stroke is composed of 65 to 75 percent leg work and 25 to 35 percent upper body work. Display feedback includes time, stroke count, total strokes, and calories. Also, it includes built-in workout programs based on both calories and strokes. When in use, the unit measures 55 by 68 by 15 inches (L x W x H) and supports up to 275 pounds. When you need to store the unit, it folds to easily fit under a bed or in a closet.

Features & Specifications:

  • High-quality piston rowing machine made completely of metal
  • Hydraulic force resistance; two hydraulic cylinders set resistance on a scale of 1 to 12
  • Comfortable ergonomic seat with smooth running rollers mounted on rails
  • Large footplates pivot slightly to support your natural motion as you row
  • Electronic display shows time, stroke count, total strokes, and calories
  • Compact and portable
  • Includes built-in workout programs based on both calories and strokes
  • Folds easily to fit under a bed or in the closet
  • Measures 55 by 68 by 15 inches (L x W x H)
  • Maximum Weight Capacity: 275 pounds

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3.3 out of 5 stars
3.3 out of 5
70 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of use and performance of the rowing machine. They mention that it's easy to assemble and use, with well described instructions. They appreciate the entertainment value, and size. Opinions are mixed on quality, noise, comfort, and grip.

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18 customers mention15 positive3 negative

Customers find the rowing machine easy to assemble and use. They say it provides changeable resistance and has well-described instructions. Customers also mention that the machine is portable and easy to save space. They mention that it performs admirably, with a good twelve level of difficulty.

"...is solid, all the movement is fluid and quiet, and it is easy to assemble and use...." Read more

"...It breaks down fairly quickly, and is stored somewhat easily, though it is a bit heavy.... what can you expect though?!..." Read more

"...It was very easy to assemble and I am NOT one of those who can just look at something and figure out how it goes together...." Read more

"...easy to set up and take down just seconds, and can fit under normal height bed frames...." Read more

16 customers mention12 positive4 negative

Customers like the performance of the rowing machine. They say it is a great machine that works well and has no problems so far. Customers also appreciate the quiet operation and smooth glide. Overall, customers are satisfied with the design and function of the product.

"...Simply awesome customer service!The machine itself performs admirably, with a good twelve level of difficulty...." Read more

"...Conclusion:Sturdy, no-nonsense unit with a few minor issues that don't matter too much to me...." Read more

"...It is incredibly quiet and works very smoothly, unlike those noisy treadmills where you have to turn the TV up to super sonic volume to hear over..." Read more

"...12-9-2010The rower is doing swell, no problems so far, well over 10,000 reps...." Read more

8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

Customers find the workout on the rowing machine nice, enjoyable, and excellent for their core, back, shoulders, and arms. They also say it provides good cardio results and is great while watching TV. Customers also mention that the machine is doing swell and is going to bring back the memories.

"...Been using the rower on and off for six months now. Good cardio results, and I've stayed with the program...." Read more

"...I must say that I have found this to be the most enjoyable form of indoor exercise that I have every tried...and I have have tried it all...." Read more

"...It is also probably the most enjoyable part of my workouts - I just love the motion of the rowing...." Read more

"...12-9-2010The rower is doing swell, no problems so far, well over 10,000 reps...." Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers find the size of the rowing machine to be adjustable to their needs. They appreciate the ability to adjust the length, and height of the seat for differing difficulties. They also appreciate that the unit folds and locks down to a tidy footprint. Customers also mention that the digital screen is huge and they do not have to wear glasses to see it.

"...Love ability to adjust the length, and height of the seat for differing difficulties as well as different heights of people...." Read more

"...rotate, the velcro strap holds your feet securely to the rest, are plenty big for those of you with flippers instead of feet and the length of the..." Read more

"...It is the perfect size for an average room, easy to use and a very solid machine...." Read more

"...A great feature is that the unit folds and locks down to a tidy footprint. I cannot find anything negative...." Read more

35 customers mention20 positive15 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the quality of the rowing machine. Some mention that it is well made and has held up exceptionally well, while others say that it breaks after a couple of months use and develops a metal fatigue rip in the main frame.

"...would heavily recommend this to anyone looking for a good quality piston driven rowing machine. The guality and support are simply phenomenal." Read more

"Item initially appeared decent, however when I was putting it together the quality was not great as the foot bar did not fit through the main bar...." Read more

"...When I received the rower one of the foot pedals was broken, although I was able to cobble it together well enough to use it while I waited for a..." Read more

"...Initial reactions - fit and finish are reasonably good. Welds are solid - this isn't an elegant piece of machinery, but it's pretty well put together..." Read more

10 customers mention6 positive4 negative

Customers are mixed about the noise of the rowing machine. Some mention that it is incredibly quiet and works very smoothly, while others say that it really takes up space and squeaks as they move the arms.

"...The construction is solid, all the movement is fluid and quiet, and it is easy to assemble and use...." Read more

"...it makes a fair amount of noise (my wife complains about the TV volume when I am rowing)..." Read more

"...After 20 minutes of moderate use, the mechanisms were running quiet...." Read more

"...springs on the arms are wound close together so that they squeak as you move the arms from stroke / recover positions...." Read more

9 customers mention5 positive4 negative

Customers are mixed about the comfort of the rowing machine. Some mention that it's comfortable, they like the ergonomics of the oars, and the quality and support are phenomenal. However, others say that the holes don't line up, the pistons are on the tight side, and that the foot bar did not fit through the main bar.

"...The guality and support are simply phenomenal." Read more

"...The pistons are on the tight side, but not bad for an average person; my petite wife (a self-admitted "weenie") can't use it for more than 5..." Read more

"...Initial reactions - fit and finish are reasonably good...." Read more

"...when I was putting it together the quality was not great as the foot bar did not fit through the main bar...." Read more

7 customers mention3 positive4 negative

Customers are mixed about the grip of the rowing machine. Some mention that the glide was smooth and the performance is rock solid, while others say that the hand grips are too soft and slide around during use. The seat is hard and not anatomically accurately shaped.

"...The unit is smooth and quiet and I have had no issues with breakage or leaking pistons in weekly use that includes 3-5 days a week averaging 15-30..." Read more

"...Also, the hand grips do slide around during use and seem like they will fall apart over time, but using workout gloves makes them unnecessary..." Read more

"...I adjusted each piston until both felt balanced. The glide was smooth... performance rock solid.The choice for me was between1...." Read more

"...favorable reactions - someone commented elsewhere that the soft handle grips broke up with use - I can imagine this happening pretty easily, and I..." Read more

I love to row.
4 Stars
I love to row.
I am addicted to the rowing motion of this machine and would miss it with a cable type rower. I really like the ergonomics of the oars relative to my fore-arms. The handles on most rowers put a twist on my fore-arms which puts stress on them and I notice the affects after repetitive use. There are a couple of quirks with it that I live with: The spring that holds the handle up on the right hand side breaks after a couple of months use. The first time I contacted the manufacturer and they sent me a whole new machine. That spring broke too. It doesn't affect the performance of the machine at all. The bolt holding the bearing in place on the left oar wants to work it's way out. It should have been designed with a left-hand thread. I just make sure it's hand tight before I start my work out. I have had it since Jan-2015 and would miss it. I use it daily 50:50 with my Nordic Track Skier.
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Luke Nagl
5.0 out of 5 stars Good product, excellent customer service
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2009
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I purchased this rower from Amazon about two weeks ago based on its favorable reviews here and I'm very impressed so far. The construction is solid, all the movement is fluid and quiet, and it is easy to assemble and use. Collapsing the arms for transport or storage is effortless and it's easy to carry it up or down stairs as needed by a single person. The pistons are on the tight side, but not bad for an average person; my petite wife (a self-admitted "weenie") can't use it for more than 5 minutes at a time even at the lowest setting.

It's not without its faults, but they're minor enough. They've all been discussed in other reviews, but the ones that affect me are the useless computer and the too-soft hand grips. The computer is going in the trash. Since the sensor is triggered by the seat movement, it sometimes counts one stroke as two (since the seat slides over it on the down and up stroke) or as zero (when you don't let the seat return all the way to the starting position). Its controls are hideous and as mentioned before it's so large it can get in the way. But I didn't buy the rower for the computer, after all. Also, the hand grips do slide around during use and seem like they will fall apart over time, but using workout gloves makes them unnecessary anyway.

The truly great part about the Sprint is HCI's customer service. When I received the rower one of the foot pedals was broken, although I was able to cobble it together well enough to use it while I waited for a replacement. I wrote to customer service and described the problem. There were no questions asked, no invoice needed, I just had to give them my address and the part was waiting at my door in three days. I wish every company stood by its products like this.

I would definitely recommend the Sprint. It may not be the highest-end rower out there, but for the money it's an excellent product and one I expect to get many years of service out of. And with free shipping from Amazon (they said it would be 3 weeks, but I got it in one) you just can't beat it.
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Nick
4.0 out of 5 stars HCI Sprint Outrigger
Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2012
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Background: I have had the rower for around six months, and use it 2-3 times per week most week for anywhere between 20-45 minutes at at moderate, 6 of 12, to medium, 7-9 of 12, resistant.

I have used this rower extensively over the last few months, in a combination of both cardio, rowing constantly for 45 minutes, and in interval based training, rowing for 4-6 minutes stopping for calisthenics and restarting, and it has held up exceptionally well given this abuse until recently.

When I first received, everything was well packaged and easily assembled. Upon assembly, everything worked well though there was some play in the vertical arms that the pistons mounted on. As this didn't affect the functionality of it, I dismissed it.

After using it for a week or so, I noticed that it was giving off a very fine black powder around the joints, probably the result of friction based heat from extensive use. This never worsened, nor was the powder enough to raise any alarms. Then, one of the mounting screws on the bottom of one of the arms fell off allowing the joint to begin to float out of its bracket during use. I had had the machine for around six months at this time, so I contact Amazon to seek a replacement or parts to fix it. They informed me that it was outside of their return window but to contac the manufacturer.

I did, and after speaking briefly with one of their techs on the phone was sent a form to fill out and asked to include pictures of the problems I was having. Within a few days, an entirely new machine arrived in the mail. Not just the parts I requested, and without asking for the previous to be returned. Simply awesome customer service!

The machine itself performs admirably, with a good twelve level of difficulty. Love ability to adjust the length, and height of the seat for differing difficulties as well as different heights of people. It breaks down fairly quickly, and is stored somewhat easily, though it is a bit heavy.... what can you expect though?! It is made of metal, and as a result takes all the punishement I give it and more!

The only downside, you can go exceptionally fast. As it uses pistons for resistance, they take a good half second or so to reset after each stroke. You wont notice it once you get into the flow of a workout, but if you are trying to go really fast it will wear on your patience. It is a trade off though, the piston driven aspect of it is what makes it so easily stored.

I would heavily recommend this to anyone looking for a good quality piston driven rowing machine. The guality and support are simply phenomenal.
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JRRx5
1.0 out of 5 stars Broken from the beginning
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2015
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Item initially appeared decent, however when I was putting it together the quality was not great as the foot bar did not fit through the main bar. In addition, a few days later when I was moving it, tiny metal balls fell off of it and the locking pin broke in half. So needless to say never got to use it as I was hoping for.
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Clark H.
2.0 out of 5 stars Not made for use at high resistance
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2010
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I bought the rower about 7 or 8 months ago - rowing about 4 or 5 twenty minute sessions per week. Compared to other piston rowers I have used it is more like real rowing - and thus more enjoyable. But there are a variety of problems - from least to worst:

a) it makes a fair amount of noise (my wife complains about the TV volume when I am rowing)

b) I had to replace one of the pistons within 6 weeks of buying it. The company did, however, make it very easy speak to someone who sent me a replacement within days.

c) The pistons leak a fine mist of black oil. Over a week or two it is not noticeable, but over months on white carpet it is very distinctive.

c) MOST IMPORTANT - The frame is not strong enough for the tremendous torque over the long outriggers. It does not appear to be a weld issue, nor a manufacturing defect. After 7 or 8 months it developed what looks like a metal fatigue rip in the main frame - allowing the outriggers to twist toward the rower and make the machine worthless. Not entirely surprising for an outrigger device with nothing but a cantilevered outrigger - and taking routine stress/release, stress/release,... . In any case I would definitely not recomment this machine (or any cantilevered outrigger machine) to anyone over 130 lbs who is likely to really get in shape on it.
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Bill Olebar
5.0 out of 5 stars This is about the best rowing machine I have ever bought
Reviewed in Canada on August 9, 2015
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This is about the best rowing machine I have ever bought , works great, it's as close as you can get to the real thing.
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andre levasseur
4.0 out of 5 stars A dream world
Reviewed in Canada on January 16, 2016
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Good and sturdy piece of exercises. But i would like DVDs of river or canal sceneries to remember my youth and keep my mind in a dream world.
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Ours family
4.0 out of 5 stars Great tool, easy to assemble, working well
Reviewed in Canada on November 25, 2016
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Have it for a while now, and totally enjoy it ! As other said, once in a while screws need to be re-tight a bit (expected due to moving mechanical parts). Very good, and for me far better move than the rope based ones.
4 stars due to the screws thing, but not an issue at all.
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Gypsy Cossack
5.0 out of 5 stars It is very sturdy and well constructed
Reviewed in Canada on September 29, 2015
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I purchased this 4 months ago, and didn't write a review at that time as I wanted to make sure I gave myself a lot of time using it and becoming familiar with it.
First off, I bought a "slightly used" model, so paid substantially less than what the new ones sell for. Granted, the used model came missing a couple of bolts, and had a slight twist in the metal frame, but nothing too serious.
This rowing machine is unlike any of the previous 3 I have owned (and worn out) over the past 25 years.
It is very sturdy and well constructed. The various adjustments you can make to the settings are quite impressive (including raising the incline of the ramp that the seat rolls on, which can make for a much more strenuous workout).
You need quite a bit of space to use (and store) this item, so I don't think it would be very practical for someone living in a basic apartment. Contrary to the description provided, it doesn't really fold up into a compact unit!
The LCD read-out isn't all that great. I ended up removing it from the unit, as it served no appreciable purpose for me - stroke count, time count, etc. Perhaps some people might find it useful.
The bottom line is this machine can provide a challenging workout for the majority of people who might give it a go.
Just be sure to have enough space to use it!
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Amazon Customer
3.0 out of 5 stars What disappointed were cosmetic issues
Reviewed in Canada on January 29, 2017
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The machine seems to work really well. What disappointed were cosmetic issues. There are 2 places where the coating is coming off and there's a hole in the seat.
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