Fitness
Rowing Drag Factor
Rowing drag factor quantifies flywheel resistance on Concept2 ergs, more reliable than damper setting alone. Matching drag factor keeps splits comparable across machines.
Rowing drag factor measures flywheel deceleration on Concept2 ergs—a numeric setting more reliable than damper alone for matching feel between machines. Many rowers train near 110–130 drag factor; heavier drag suits power tests, lighter drag suits high-rate work.
Check drag factor in the monitor menu after adjusting damper.
Common questions
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What drag factor should beginners use?
Start near 115–125 with good technique, then adjust so you can complete session duration without breaking form. Elite heavyweights sometimes row higher; junior athletes often lower.
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