rowing machines with Fenix 6X

I'm contemplating getting a rowing machine and most likely model is a Concept2 model D or E.

One important factor is how well a machine will communicate with my Fenix 6X and how well data can get into the Garmin Connect app. I'd like to get the rowing data integrated with my running and cycling for a complete fitness picture.

Any experience or advice. I use Garmin for running, cycling and swimming with a full complement of Fenix 6X, Edge 1030, CT golf censors, etc. but I'm absolutely new to rowing.

Main driver is I want a better whole body workout than running and cycling that mostly uses the legs.

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KerrGlen over 3 years ago +3

The Fenix 6 now supports the PM5 and and you can add it as a sensor.
Messner over 4 years ago +2

More info here www.concept2.com/.../new-logbook-features-garmin-connect-social-sharing-better-privacy-and-more
gaijin over 4 years ago in reply to Messner +2 suggested

Messner said:
More info here www.concept2.com/.../new-logbook-features-garmin-connect-social-sharing-better-privacy-and-more

Great info, thanks for posting! I was unaware of this added functionality to the…

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0 Marbuel over 4 years ago in reply to Mrhelichopper

I would be even willing to get a new "computer" for the rower if there is some hardware issue. Although I doubt that. The App for Android can get all data from the Erg so the watch should be able to do that too. So, I think it is mostly Garmin's problem but Concept2 is likely not trying much either. They are happy with where they are, sell enough, so why to bother? But I think that they may start loosing market to more smart and integrated rowers with some clever training programs etc. Ideally they would just open their platform to developers ... I don't know ... I would be happy to pay some reasonable amount of money for an app to get all data fields properly integrated to Garmin Connect but I would also expect to get some analysis from Garmin ... like training effect, VO2 max etc. Concept2 is probably one of the best machines out there that measures very well power (watts) so it is very similar to cycling with power meters. It's stupid .. over last 4 years that I have both Garmin and Concept2 rower there was almost no progress (except upload from the app to Garmin Connect - but that is far from ideal).

+1 lunglady over 4 years ago

Concept 2 exports dierctly into Garmin Connnect. Alternatively, you can record directly on your watch with the ErgIQ app (connects your watch to PM5 with ANT+). It works fabulously.

0 pilzj over 4 years ago in reply to lunglady

Unfortunately ErgIQ app has issues when there are more PM5 used in a room. I can only use it when I'm the only one training. If there are others using ANT I either can't connect in the first place or loose connection after10-20min

0 KerrGlen over 3 years ago

The Fenix 6 now supports the PM5 and and you can add it as a sensor.

0 SilkyMS over 3 years ago in reply to KerrGlen

Yes I think this is correct. Will Test out today!

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0 8723163 over 3 years ago in reply to KerrGlen

KerrGlen can you please help me as to how to connect it as was trying it out today on gym machine but my watch could not get any sensors.

0 KerrGlen over 3 years ago in reply to 8723163

On the PM5, go to 'Connect', then 'More ANT+ options', then make sure ANT+FE-C' is selected.

On your F6 go to sensors and add new - the F6 should pick up the PM5 as a new sensor. (Make sure the PM5 is on).

You need to make sure your F6 is running at least v12.77 as this was the version which introduced the ability to connect.

Added support for displaying metrics from an indoor rowing machine that supports the ANT FE-C profile (e.g. Concept 2 with the PM5 module). This includes new fields for the Indoor Rowing app: Distance, Pace, Power, and Stroke Distance.

0 8723163 over 3 years ago in reply to KerrGlen

KerrGlen can we talk directly via email.

0 KerrGlen over 3 years ago in reply to 8723163

Forum is better as it keeps more people in the loop.

0 8723163 over 3 years ago in reply to KerrGlen

ok understand, so if I connect it this way do I use the indoor row setting on the fenix and what info is supplied, will I get more info if I use other apps on watch or on on phone.