Toorx rowing machines

Why choose a Toorx rowing machine?

Toorx is an Italian brand, part of the decades-old Garlando, that focuses on home fitness with a recognisable, sleek Made in Italy design. The strength of Toorx is the breadth of the range in combination with an attractive price: there is a suitable model for virtually every rowing feel, level and budget. For you, that means a lot of choice and a lot of quality for your money. Take a look as well at the other fitness equipment from Toorx.

Where many brands carry one type of rowing machine, Toorx offers them all. A magnetic rower is quiet and precisely adjustable, ideal for home in an apartment. A water rower gives the most true-to-nature feel, as if you are rowing on open water. And a hybrid rowing machine combines air and magnetic resistance for a dynamic, scaling resistance that suits intensive training. This way you find exactly the rowing feel that suits you at one brand.

Moreover, the range runs from an affordable entry-level model to a professional version, and Toorx even offers ski ergometers for those who want to train their whole body standing. Toorx thereby focuses on a broad group, from the beginning home sportsperson to the fanatical user. Are you looking for one specialised top brand for pure commercial club use, then another brand is more logical. Do you instead want plenty of choice, Italian design and a sharp price, then Toorx is a strong choice.

Which Toorx rowing machine suits you?

The right choice depends mainly on your desired rowing feel, your budget and how intensively you want to train. The situations below help you quickly find the right direction.

You want the most true-to-nature rowing feel at a sharp price: The water rower (ROWER SEA) is then a nice choice. The water resistance scales automatically with your effort and feels like rowing on the water, and that from an attractive entry-level price. Take a targeted look at our range of water-resistance rowing machines.

You want to train quietly and precisely adjustable: Then choose a magnetic model, such as the RWX-300 or RWX-500. The resistance is quiet and precisely adjustable, ideal for an apartment or to not disturb others. Take a targeted look at our range of magnetic-resistance rowing machines.

You want to train intensively and dynamically: Then the hybrid RWX air models are in their element. They combine air and magnetic resistance, so the resistance scales with your effort, ideal for tough, performance-oriented training. Take a targeted look at our range of air-resistance rowing machines.

You want to train your whole body standing: The ski ergometers (SKX) mimic the motion of cross-country skiing and intensively train your back, arms, shoulders and core. Take a targeted look at our range of ski ergometers.

The Toorx rowing machines explained

Magnetic rowers (RWX-300, RWX-500, rower craft)

The quietest variant, with a magnetic resistance that you set precisely via the display. The RWX-300 and RWX-500 are accessible home models on a sturdy, steel monorail frame. Ideal for calm, controlled training, also in an apartment.

Water rower (ROWER SEA)

For the most true-to-nature rowing feel. A paddle moves through a water tank, so the resistance scales automatically with your effort and there is no dead moment. Special is that Toorx offers this from an attractive, affordable price.

Hybrid rowers (RWX air series)

The RWX air models, including the air-5000, air cross and the professional AIRMAG 7000, combine air and magnetic resistance. The air resistance scales dynamically with your effort, while the magnetic resistance adds an adjustable base. On a frame of steel and aluminium, these are the sporty, performance-oriented models in the range.

Ski ergometers (SKX)

Alongside the rowing machines, Toorx offers ski ergometers that mimic the motion of cross-country skiing. Free-standing and with air resistance, you intensively train your back, arms, shoulders and core while standing, a tough, versatile supplement to your cardio training.

What to look out for when buying a Toorx rowing machine?

The resistance system

First determine which rowing feel you want. Magnetic resistance is the quietest option and can be set precisely. Water resistance scales automatically with your force and gives the most natural feel. The hybrid air and magnetic resistance of the RWX air models combines a dynamic, scaling feel with an adjustable base, ideal for intensive training.

Stability and frame

A stable frame is important for safe and comfortable rowing. The Toorx models have a sturdy, steel monorail frame, on the hybrid models supplemented with aluminium. Always check the maximum user height, especially if you are taller than 1.95 metres, so you can make a full rowing motion.

Space and use

A rowing machine requires length, usually around two metres. Measure your space carefully in advance and take into account the movement space you need. Most models have transport wheels to move them easily.

Computer, apps and heart rate

The rowing machines have a training computer that shows your data, such as time, distance, strokes per minute, calories and heart rate. Various models you can link to apps such as Kinomap to follow and vary your workouts; the full functions of that usually require a paid subscription, but the rowing machine also works perfectly well with its own computer without. For accurate heart-rate measurement there is an optional chest strap; also take a look at the rowing machine accessories.

Our advice: First choose your resistance. Do you want the true-to-nature feel of water at a sharp price, then the ROWER SEA is an excellent choice. Do you want to train quietly and precisely, then a magnetic model such as the RWX-300 is more logical, and are you looking for a dynamic, intensive workout, then the hybrid RWX air models are worth considering. Do you instead want to train standing, then an SKX ski ergometer is a versatile option.

Who is a Toorx rowing machine suitable for?

A Toorx rowing machine suits a broad group of sportspeople who want to train full-body and low impact:

• Beginners who want to start a full-body cardio workout affordably.
• People who want to lose weight or improve their fitness with an effective, calorie-rich full-body workout.
• Apartment dwellers who want to train quietly with a magnetic model.
• Sportspeople with sensitive joints who want to train low impact without shock load.
• Fanatical and performance-oriented sportspeople who are looking for a hybrid, dynamic rower or a ski ergometer.

Are you looking for one specialised top brand for pure commercial club use, then another brand is more logical. Do you instead want plenty of choice, Italian design and a sharp price, with a rowing machine in every resistance type, then Toorx offers a strong, complete choice.

Need help with your choice?

Would you like to buy a Toorx rowing machine but are you not yet quite sure which one best suits your wishes and needs? Then we are happy to help. You can reach our specialists by phone on +31 85 773 00 57, send an email or visit our fitness store in Volkel, the Netherlands.

Frequently asked questions about Toorx rowing machines

Which resistance types does Toorx offer?

Toorx offers virtually every resistance type: magnetic resistance (quiet and precisely adjustable), water resistance (the most true-to-nature feel) and hybrid air and magnetic resistance (dynamic and scaling). In addition there are ski ergometers with air resistance for a standing total-body workout. This way you find the rowing feel that suits you at one brand.

What is the difference between the magnetic models and the RWX air models?

The magnetic models, such as the RWX-300 and RWX-500, are quiet and very precisely adjustable, ideal for calm and controlled training at home. The hybrid RWX air models combine air and magnetic resistance: the air resistance scales dynamically with your effort, which makes them suitable for intensive, performance-oriented training.

What is a ski ergometer?

A ski ergometer mimics the motion of cross-country skiing. You pull on two handles while standing, mainly training your back, arms, shoulders and abdominal muscles. It is an intensive, standing total-body workout and a versatile supplement to rowing or other cardio.

Which muscles do you train on a rowing machine?

Rowing is a real full-body workout. About 60% of the motion comes from your legs, around 30% from your back and about 10% from your arms, while your abdominal and shoulder muscles work along. This lets you train almost all your large muscle groups and your fitness at the same time in one flowing motion, which makes rowing excellent for losing weight.

Are Toorx rowing machines suitable for rehabilitation or older people?

Yes. Rowing is low impact and kind to the joints, and the magnetic models can be set very precisely and calmly, which is pleasant for controlled build-up. However, in rehabilitation always consult your doctor or physiotherapist first.

Can I try out a Toorx rowing machine first?

Yes, in our fitness store in Volkel you can compare and try out various rowing machines before you choose. The difference between magnetic, water and hybrid resistance in particular you feel best when you try them side by side. Feel free to drop by or call us in advance to ask which models are ready.