Concept2
The read
Concept2 sits in the strength stack, where the useful question is not how much the brand can sell you. It is whether the product makes the room easier to use every week.
The current Compound read is through RowErg, BikeErg, and SkiErg across Cardio. The filter is straightforward: fewer vague upgrades, more pieces with a clear job.
In the directory
3 products
RowErg
$990
The gold standard indoor rower used by Olympic teams, CrossFit gyms, and home athletes worldwide. PM5 monitor, air resistance, nickel-plated chain. Stores upright. Lasts forever with minimal maintenance.
BikeErg
$1,100
Concept2's air-resistance indoor bike with the same PM5 performance monitor ecosystem as the RowErg and SkiErg. Belt drive, clutch-style flywheel, open app compatibility, and a 68 lb frame make it the serious no-subscription cycling pick for Zone 2, intervals, and CrossFit-style conditioning.
SkiErg
$850
Wall-mounted ski trainer with the same PM5 monitor and air resistance as the rower. Devastating for upper body and core conditioning. Tiny footprint when mounted to a wall.