Patent ID: 7572211
Filing Date: 2009-08-11
Classification: A63B

Abstract:
1. A rowing machine on which a user simulates a rowing or sculling motion, said machine imparting a resistance to the rowing or sculling motion, said machine comprising a substantially horizontal frame having a fore end and an aft end, a seat moveably mounted on said frame, foot rest apparatus for positioning the user's feet, a flywheel, and a pair of outriggers mounted to said frame and extending laterally from said frame, each said outrigger pivotally supporting a rowing oar at or near its free end, each of said oars being operably connected to said flywheel via a drive assembly, said flywheel being mounted at or near the fore end of said frame and having an axis of rotation disposed substantially vertically; wherein said drive assembly includes a plurality of spindles and engagement members, each of said plurality of spindles and engagement members having an axis of rotation substantially parallel to the axis of rotation of said flywheel, and wherein said oars drive said flywheel via said spindles.