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Page 1: User Manual
USER MANUAL concept2.com/ski... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS USE AND TRAINING Before Your First Ski ............. 4 Important Safety Notes ..........4 SKIING TECHNIQUE Grips ................5 How to Ski ..............5 Technique Variations ............ 6 WORKOUT INTENSITY User-Controlled Resistance .......... 7 Damper Setting ............7 Cadence ............... -
Page 4: Use And Training
Use of this machine with worn or weakened parts (pulleys, cords, handle or shock cord) may result in injury to the user. When in doubt about the condition of any part, Concept2 strongly advises that it be replaced immediately using only genuine Concept2 parts. Use of other parts may result in injury or poor performance of your machine. -
Page 5: Skiing Technique
SKIING TECHNIQUE Grips Use the strap and grip as you would use a Nordic ski pole. Slip your hand up through the loop and then come down over the strap and grasp the handle. How to Ski Begin with your Drive the handles Finish the drive with Bring your arms... -
Page 6: Technique Variations
SKIING TECHNIQUE Technique Variations Once you are comfortable with the basic skiing technique, you can add variations such as standing with one foot forward and one foot back, then switching feet. You may also find yourself coming up on your toes at certain parts of the drive, just as you do on your skis. The SkiErg can also be used without using legs to work just the upper body and core. -
Page 7: Workout Intensity
WORKOUT INTENSITY User-Controlled Resistance The harder you pull, the more resistance you will feel. This is because the Concept2 SkiErg uses wind resistance, which is generated by the spinning flywheel. The faster the wheel spins, the more resistance there will be. -
Page 8: Training
Training Log: Start a training log if you do not already have one. You can set up a free online log at concept2.com, or start your own spreadsheet. It is rewarding to monitor your progress. Warm Up and Stretch: Ski easily for at least 5 minutes to warm up, then stretch for a few minutes before continuing with your workout. - Page 9 TRAINING The Third Ski 1. Warm up easily for 5 minutes, thinking about good technique, then stretch. 2. Ski steadily for 10 minutes at a comfortable pace. 3. Ski easily for 3-5 minutes. 4. Repeat Step 2. 5. Ski easily for 3-5 minutes for a cool-down. Stretch. The Fourth Ski 1.
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Page 10: Benchmark Pieces
• Endurance benchmark: 5000 meters or 30 minutes Using Workout Data to Get Faster and Fitter The Concept2 SkiErg uses the same Performance Monitor that has been helping rowers train for many years. The PM is a powerful training partner because it is accurate, repeatable and self-calibrating. -
Page 11: Overview Of The Performance Monitor
DISPLAY] a new display is the LogCard to ensure proper storage of data. (If no LogCard present, data is stored in Memory.) Use the “Concept2 LogCard Utility” to back up your shown. See below. LogCard data to your PC. (USB cable provided) Note: A LogCard is provided with every Performance Monitor (PM). - Page 12 Watt equipped SkiErgs without using a computer. This can be done wirelessly or by Lane 1 using Ethernet patch cables available from Concept2. If using cables, be sure to Lane 2 Lane 3 plug them in before starting the race.
- Page 13 5 Lane 1 Racer just behind you 6 peterd -12m certain environments where other devices (WiFi, Bluetooth, etc.) are in use, Concept2 suggests use of cables. Only one wireless Meters Position Information race can be in progress at a time.
- Page 14 If your computer does not recognize that your PM3/PM4 is connected to it try one of the following: • Use another computer and/or USB cable. • Remove batteries for 30 minutes then reinsert batteries and try again. Refer to concept2.com/pm for more information and software updates.
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Page 15: Maintenance
There are three separate cords and one bungee cord to inspect. Important! All cords are of a specific type and should be replaced with the appropriate Concept2 replacement cord if significant wear or damage is observed. See below for a description of cord wear/damage. - Page 16 See illustrations below. IMPORTANT: The Performance Monitor (PM) is a sealed unit. DO NOT TAKE APART. Any attempt to dissassemble will void warranty. Contact Concept2 if there are problems with the PM.
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Page 17: Warranty
SKIERG WARRANTY Concept2 SkiErgs are backed by a limited 2 year and 5 year warranty. For complete warranty information in the U.S. and Canada, visit concept2.com. For warranty information outside the U.S. and Canada, contact the authorized Concept2 dealer from where your SkiErg was purchased. A list of authorized Concept2 dealers can be found at concept2.com/international. - Page 18 concept2.com/ski...