And this makes sense: during both rowing and skiing I can utilize my bodyweight to generate a LOT more power than something like supping. Using one arm (eg/ SUP, canoeing, or the handles) I can more easily feel the nuance between resistance levels. Using the Whipr is fun! The resistance dial goes from 1-10 and I’ve found for myself, if I’m using both arms (eg/ rowing or skiing), I will always use max resistance (and the rower doubler). When anchored, even to the rower frame, the Whipr base unit does move slightly, but always feels secure. I haven’t used the supplied outdoor ground anchor or strap anchor yet. The pump (which anchors the Whipr to a closed door) is also easy to use and sturdy, either on it’s own or with the anchor plate for larger floor to door gaps. The menu is easy to navigate and adjust (again even easier, but not flawless, with the app). time, distance, projected, average wattage, etc.) or stay - or by using the app you can see all the metrics all the time. Apart from that it’s easy to set up, adjust, and use (I’m looking forward to a wall mounting option) The display has a backlit LCD option and can either cycle through metrics (ie. The ski accessory works well on a door frame but if not vertically aligned with the Whipr base unit, the cord can oscillate somewhat. All of the handles are sufficiently grippy, the ski handles are smooth but have enough of a flare to prevent any slipping (the SUP paddle has a slight carbon fiber feel and is slippery but still grip-able once my hands get sweaty). With the modular design of the rower frame there is a slight “click” as the seat rolls over the mid joint however this is minor, and for the trade-off of being completely collapsible and able to fit in a carry-on with reassembly taking about 5 minutes? Worth it. The materials and accessories all feel sturdy and solid (there was some slight flaking of the chrome of the attachment loop, but otherwise pristine) under inspection and during workouts. The Whipr is by my account, well built and well designed.
But it excels as a versatile home fitness and portable cardio option and that was the goal. First off, my biggest concern was the resistance: could a 6 inch cubed box really provide a comparable experience to a full sized rower? (eg/ a Concept2/C2 or WaterRower) The answer: kind of if you are someone used to a C2 rower or similar, you will find the Whipr lacking for its size the Whipr cannot directly compare to the maximum resistance and power of using a C2 rower (or i suspect a C2 Ski ERG, I haven’t had a chance to try one)(more on this later).
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