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1. What rowing machines does Omaha Sports & Games carry?

Our rowing machine collection at Omaha Sports & Games covers air rowers, water rowers, magnetic rowers, folding rowers, outdoor rowing stations, and strength rowing machines from Stroops, Sunny Health & Fitness, Bells of Steel, WalkingPad, Body-Solid, SFE, and TriActive USA — priced from $499.00 to $3,195.00 with free shipping and our lowest price guarantee. Browse our full cardio equipment collection or call (888) 884-2234 for guidance.
2. What is the difference between air, water, and magnetic rowing machines?

Air rowers — like the SFE Air Rowing Machine ELITE ($799.00) and the Bells of Steel Blitz Air Rower ($799.00) — use a fan flywheel that creates resistance proportional to your rowing intensity, with no ceiling on effort. Water rowers — like the Sunny Health & Fitness Phantom Hydro Water Rower ($699.99) — use a water tank flywheel that closely mimics on-water rowing feel and sound. Magnetic rowers — like the Sunny Health & Fitness Premium Smart Magnetic Rowing Machine (from $499.00) — use a magnetic braking system for quiet, consistent resistance with preset levels.
3. What Sunny Health & Fitness rowing machines do you carry?

We carry six Sunny Health & Fitness rowers spanning magnetic, water, and combination resistance types. Magnetic options include the Premium Smart Magnetic Rowing Machine (from $499.00) and the Air and Magnetic Resistance Rowing Machine (from $549.99). Water rowers include the Obsidian Surge 500m Water Rower (from $499.99), the Hydro + Dual Resistance Smart Magnetic Water Rower ($529.99), the Vertical Hydro Wooden Water Rower ($699.99), and the Phantom Hydro Premium SMART Water Rower ($699.99).
4. What WalkingPad rowing machines do you carry?

We carry two WalkingPad water rowers designed for home gyms where space is a priority. The WalkingPad WM10 Tri-fold Water Rowing Machine ($699.00) is a tri-fold compact water rower that folds into a very small footprint for easy storage between sessions. The WalkingPad WR1 Foldable Water Rowing Machine ($899.00) is a premium foldable water rower with a more refined water resistance system and a sleek, furniture-grade aesthetic that looks at home in living rooms and home offices as well as dedicated gym spaces.
5. What is the Stroops SXR Rower?

The Stroops SXR Rower Fitness Machine ($1,659.95, on sale from $1,999.00) is Stroops' premium performance rower — built to the same quality standard as Stroops' commercial fitness equipment lineup. It features a smooth, high-inertia flywheel for a consistent row stroke, a full performance monitor, and commercial-grade frame construction designed for daily high-intensity training in both home and commercial gym environments. If you want the most durable and performance-oriented rower in our collection under $2,000, the SXR is the one.
6. What is the Bells of Steel Blitz Air Rower?

The Bells of Steel Blitz Air Rower ($799.00) is a commercial-quality air rower from Bells of Steel — a brand known for building heavy-duty strength and cardio equipment at accessible prices. The Blitz uses a fan flywheel for unlimited resistance proportional to effort, making it appropriate for everything from low-intensity steady-state cardio to all-out interval sprints. It's one of the best value air rowers available at its price point, comparable in construction quality to rowers that cost significantly more.
7. What Body-Solid rowing machines do you carry?

Our Body-Solid rowing lineup includes both a cardio indoor rower and strength-focused rowing machines. The Body-Solid Endurance R300 Indoor Rower ($925.00) is a commercial-grade cardio rower. For strength training, the Body-Solid GSRM40B Seated Row ($685.00) and the Pro ClubLine STBR500 T-Bar Row Machine ($640.00) are plate-loaded rowing machines for back development. The Pro ClubLine LVSR Leverage Seated Row ($1,340.00) is Body-Solid's heavy-duty commercial leverage seated row for serious strength training facilities.
8. Do you carry outdoor rowing machines?

Yes — the TriActive USA Rowing Machine (ROWR) Outdoor Fitness Equipment ($3,195.00) is a permanent outdoor installation rowing machine built for parks, trails, campuses, and community fitness areas. Constructed from heavy-gauge powder-coated steel for year-round weather exposure, it requires no electricity and virtually no maintenance. It's part of our full TriActive USA outdoor fitness equipment lineup at Omaha Sports & Games.
9. Are rowing machines good for weight loss and full-body fitness?

Rowing machines are one of the most efficient full-body cardio tools available — each stroke engages the legs, core, back, shoulders, and arms simultaneously, making them one of the only cardio machines that provides a true full-body workout. Studies consistently show rowing among the highest calorie-burning cardio formats available. For users who want to combine cardiovascular conditioning with muscular endurance development — particularly in the back, core, and legs — a rower is one of the best investments in any home gym. Pair with our climbing machines or ellipticals for a complete low-impact cardio setup.
10. How do I choose the right rowing machine for my home gym?

For budget-friendly magnetic rowing, the Sunny Health & Fitness Premium Smart Magnetic Rower (from $499.00) is an excellent starting point. For the water rowing feel, the Obsidian Surge 500m (from $499.99) or the WalkingPad WR1 ($899.00) are great picks. For maximum performance and commercial durability, the Stroops SXR ($1,659.95) is the benchmark. Contact our team or call (888) 884-2234 for a recommendation.

The Complete Guide to Rowing Machines — Air, Water, Magnetic & Outdoor Rowers

Rowing machines deliver one of the most complete workouts available in a single piece of cardio equipment. Unlike treadmills, bikes, and ellipticals that primarily challenge the lower body, a proper rowing stroke engages the legs, glutes, core, back, shoulders, and arms in a coordinated sequence — producing a true full-body cardiovascular and muscular endurance workout with zero joint impact. That combination of high calorie burn, full-body engagement, and low injury risk makes rowing machines a cornerstone of home gyms, commercial facilities, CrossFit boxes, rehabilitation centers, and athletic training programs worldwide. At Omaha Sports & Games, our rowing machines collection spans every resistance type and use case — air rowers, water rowers, magnetic rowers, folding rowers, outdoor rowing stations, and strength rowing machines from Stroops, Sunny Health & Fitness, Bells of Steel, WalkingPad, Body-Solid, SFE, and TriActive USA, all with free shipping and our lowest price guarantee. Browse our full cardio equipment collection and the complete Weights & Fitness lineup. Questions? Call (888) 884-2234 or contact our team.

Air Rowers — Maximum Intensity, Unlimited Resistance

Air rowers use a fan flywheel that creates resistance proportional to the force of each stroke — the harder you pull, the more air resistance the fan generates. Because there's no ceiling on intensity, air rowers are the choice for high-intensity interval training, competitive rowing programming, and athletic conditioning where maximum effort output needs to be measured and trained. Three air rowers anchor our lineup.

SFE Air Rowing Machine ELITE with Monitor

The SFE Air Rowing Machine ELITE with Monitor ($799.00, on sale from $999.00) is the best-value air rower in our collection — a full-featured fan flywheel rower with a robust steel frame, a comfortable seat and handle, and an integrated performance monitor tracking strokes per minute, calories, time, and distance. It delivers the unlimited-resistance air rowing experience at a price that makes it accessible for home gyms and small commercial facilities alike.

Bells of Steel Blitz Air Rower

The Bells of Steel Blitz Air Rower ($799.00) brings Bells of Steel's signature commercial-grade construction philosophy to the air rowing category. Built with heavy-gauge steel and commercial-spec components, the Blitz is designed to outlast consumer-grade rowers in high-frequency use environments — ideal for home gym athletes who train daily and want a machine that keeps pace. The fan flywheel provides the same natural, effort-proportional resistance profile found on rowers used in elite training facilities.

Stroops SXR Rower Fitness Machine

The Stroops SXR Rower Fitness Machine ($1,659.95, on sale from $1,999.00) is the premium performance rower in our collection — a commercial-quality machine built to Stroops' exacting standards for serious athletes and facilities. The SXR features a high-inertia flywheel for a smooth, consistent stroke feel at any intensity level, a full performance monitor, and a heavy-duty frame built for daily abuse in commercial environments. For home gym owners and facilities that want the most capable and durable rower available at this price point, the Stroops SXR is the benchmark.

Sunny Health & Fitness Water Rowers

Water rowers use a sealed tank of water as the resistance medium — paddles spin inside the tank with each stroke, creating resistance that naturally scales with effort and produces the rushing sound of actual on-water rowing. Sunny Health & Fitness brings five water and combination rowers to our lineup, covering every budget from entry-level to premium connected.

Obsidian Surge 500m Water Rowing Machine

The Obsidian Surge 500m Water Rowing Machine (from $499.99) is the entry point into Sunny's water rowing lineup — an accessible water rower with a clean design, a water tank flywheel, and smart connectivity for tracking workouts. It's the most affordable way to get the authentic water rowing feel in a home gym, and the Obsidian Surge's compact design fits comfortably in smaller spaces.

Hydro + Dual Resistance Smart Magnetic Water Rowing Machine

The Hydro + Dual Resistance Smart Magnetic Water Rowing Machine ($529.99) is a unique hybrid — combining water resistance with a supplemental magnetic braking system, giving the user both the natural feel of water rowing and the ability to dial in specific resistance levels. Smart Bluetooth connectivity links to Sunny Health & Fitness's SunnyFit app for workout tracking, coaching programs, and performance data.

Phantom Hydro Premium SMART Water Rowing Machine & Vertical Hydro Wooden Water Rowing Machine

At the $699.99 tier, Sunny offers two distinct water rower designs for different aesthetic preferences. The Phantom Hydro Premium SMART Water Rowing Machine ($699.99) is a sleek modern-design water rower with full smart connectivity, a refined rowing feel, and premium console — the top of the Sunny water rower lineup in terms of technology and connected features. The Vertical Hydro Wooden Water Rowing Machine ($699.99) takes a different approach — a wooden-rail water rower with a warm, furniture-grade aesthetic that stores vertically when not in use. It's designed for home gym owners who want a water rower that functions as an attractive piece of home furniture as much as a training tool.

Sunny Health & Fitness Magnetic Rower & Air-Magnetic Combo

For users who prefer preset resistance levels over effort-proportional systems, Sunny's magnetic rowers provide quiet, consistent resistance controlled via handlebar or console. The Premium Smart Magnetic Rowing Machine (from $499.00) is a straightforward magnetic rower with smart app connectivity and multiple resistance levels — a clean, quiet, apartment-friendly rowing machine at the most accessible price in our collection. The Air and Magnetic Resistance Exercise Rowing Machine (from $549.99) combines a small air fan with magnetic resistance, splitting the difference between the unlimited-resistance air rower feel and the adjustable consistency of magnetic braking.

WalkingPad Folding Water Rowers

WalkingPad applies their expertise in space-saving home fitness equipment to the water rowing category with two foldable water rowers built for home gyms where floor space is limited. The WalkingPad WM10 Tri-fold Water Rowing Machine ($699.00) folds into three sections for a minimal storage footprint — it's the most compact water rower in our lineup, easily stowed in a closet or under a bed. The WalkingPad WR1 Foldable Water Rowing Machine ($899.00) is a premium single-fold water rower with a refined water resistance system and a furniture-quality frame that looks at home in living rooms and open-plan spaces. Both WalkingPad rowers deliver authentic water rowing feel in a form factor designed for real home environments.

Body-Solid — Indoor Rower & Strength Rowing Machines

Body-Solid's rowing lineup covers two different categories: a commercial cardio indoor rower and a set of plate-loaded strength rowing machines for serious back development. The Body-Solid Endurance R300 Indoor Rower ($925.00) is a commercial-grade cardio rower built to Body-Solid's Endurance line specifications — heavy-gauge frame, smooth resistance system, and the build quality expected from Body-Solid's commercial equipment line.

For strength-focused back training, Body-Solid offers three plate-loaded rowing stations. The Body-Solid GSRM40B Seated Row ($685.00) is a cable-and-plate-loaded seated row machine for developing the lats, rhomboids, and mid-back. The Body-Solid Pro ClubLine STBR500 T-Bar Row Machine ($640.00) is a landmine-style T-bar row station — one of the most effective free-weight back development tools available in a commercial gym footprint. The Body-Solid Pro ClubLine LVSR Leverage Seated Row ($1,340.00) is a plate-loaded leverage seated row machine — a selectorized-feel experience using free weight plates, delivering natural bar path rowing mechanics in commercial club-line construction. These strength rowing machines pair naturally with our fitness machines and power racks collections.

TriActive USA Outdoor Rowing Machine

The TriActive USA Rowing Machine (ROWR) Outdoor Fitness Equipment ($3,195.00) brings rowing conditioning to permanent outdoor fitness installations. Built from heavy-gauge powder-coated steel for year-round weather resistance, the TriActive ROWR is engineered for parks, walking trails, school campuses, military installations, and community fitness areas where durable, maintenance-free equipment is essential. It requires no electricity or batteries and provides smooth bilateral rowing resistance for outdoor users of all fitness levels. It's part of our full TriActive USA outdoor fitness equipment lineup.

Shop Rowing Machines at Omaha Sports & Games

Every rowing machine in our collection ships free with our lowest price guarantee — from the Sunny Health & Fitness Premium Smart Magnetic Rower (from $499.00) to the Stroops SXR Rower ($1,659.95). Complete your cardio setup with our treadmills, exercise bikes, ellipticals, climbing machines, and rope trainers. Then explore our full Weights & Fitness lineup — including free weights, power racks & Smith machines, fitness machines, and Pilates equipment. Support your training with our Wellness & Recovery collection. Contact our team or call (888) 884-2234.