The CONCEPT 2 BIKE ERG: Is it worth the money? (unbiased review)

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  • Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
  • The concept 2 Bike Erg... should you buy one - Is it better than the Assault Bike/Rower/Ski Erg? - It's now in the Crossfit Games. Unbiased Review

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  • @soc8581
    @soc8581 6 лет назад +114

    The ONLY time "fun" and "air bike" should be used in the same sentence is "I had fun throwing the air bike off the roof!"

  • @V31lCl0ud
    @V31lCl0ud 5 лет назад +77

    Review starts at 10:14 to skip the non-sense.

  • @alfiearmstrong
    @alfiearmstrong 6 лет назад +20

    Jas’ right knee on that PB-equalling snatch was very close to going real bad...

  • @jensmith7826
    @jensmith7826 6 лет назад +9

    I bought the bike erg last month. Love it!

  • @Mazrim_Taim
    @Mazrim_Taim 6 лет назад +9

    This shows the difference between regional athletes and where Craig is right now. So very close behind it's just conquering the mental barrier!

    • @MatthewSouza
      @MatthewSouza 6 лет назад

      Agreed, once you reach a certain level of fitness it becomes all mental.

  • @thorish5033
    @thorish5033 6 лет назад +5

    Yo put the workout in the description please!
    Also, why is Jas so stinking cute?! Her smile is contagious. Looked like a great day of training guys 💪💪💪

  • @brandonbizier8854
    @brandonbizier8854 6 лет назад +5

    C2 bike is awesome, I think every gym should have one, feels very similar to riding a real bike

  • @nikotodo
    @nikotodo 6 лет назад +2

    I love how you introduce us to new athletes from ZG to Sonny to Kevin 🙌🏼

  • @dawnfiegen3249
    @dawnfiegen3249 6 лет назад

    Holy Smokes Craig! Your EMOM was looking SOLID. Keep crushing those PBs Jas!

  • @lamalditaverdad9243
    @lamalditaverdad9243 6 лет назад +15

    2:21 Craig, my man, I had no idea you were that strong. Must be the colored barbell

  • @nigelnicholas4832
    @nigelnicholas4832 6 лет назад +8

    So damn jealous watching your toes to rings, so effortless, impressive! 👍

  • @kevinb7875
    @kevinb7875 6 лет назад +2

    I love the bike erg. It gives you better info than any other bike. The damper makes it easy yo go from "spin bike" to pedaling in mud.

  • @whatsyursign
    @whatsyursign 6 лет назад

    Jas “Let me just check!” 😄 So cute, I love watching Jas progress and her contagious positivity! Can’t tell you enough how much I appreciate an upload every day!! ✋🏼🤛🏼

  • @MatthewSumpter
    @MatthewSumpter 6 лет назад +4

    I wouldn't consider myself OCD, but I immediately noticed the mismatched plates. I think when you are a Crossfitter, you automatically start calculating weight when you see a barbell.

  • @MsRockstarDC
    @MsRockstarDC 6 лет назад

    What a great day of working out! Congrats to Jas on her PBs!

  • @jasonharryphotog
    @jasonharryphotog 11 месяцев назад

    Bike workouts and swimming were key to my fitness for rowing, not having towed for 20 years the bike erg is the best bike I have used , 200 and 300 watt sessions work for me, when your nee to bike erg you will feel swole afterwards for sure but your body adapts but it is a proper workout

  • @RaymondMenapace
    @RaymondMenapace 6 лет назад +4

    Your snatches look excellent my dude.

  • @giulianfavrin2753
    @giulianfavrin2753 6 лет назад +4

    The Rogue Echo Bikes are the best! We're lucky enough to have three of them at my box - they kick the assault bikes' ass! They're built like tanks and are a lot more difficult because they don't allow any ghost riding. As soon as you stop pedaling​, it stops :p

  • @chriscurran4936
    @chriscurran4936 6 лет назад

    There's so much to do in Dallas! Big Crossfit presence, amazing food (Pecan Lodge BBQ), and sightseeing (Reunion Tower, 6th Floor Museum). Definitely worth checking out.

  • @gleadr6869
    @gleadr6869 6 лет назад +12

    I hate rowing, just as boring as running is. However the Air bike(death bike) I can do everyday, distance, sprints etc... love it. Sold my rower to get the bike. Really want the skierg then i'd be a kid in a candy store when working out.

  • @harrywilkinson3741
    @harrywilkinson3741 6 лет назад

    Hey! With the bike, change resistance rather than rpm to change watts/pace, try to stick to about 90rpm unless a sprint then like 120rpm, and change resistance accordingly. Hope this helps!

  • @gordo608
    @gordo608 6 лет назад +1

    6:06 now I'm going to think "hello James..." every time I see a dog.

  • @sophiefarmer1921
    @sophiefarmer1921 6 лет назад +1

    I'm in Dallas! Would love to see you guys at a box down here!

  • @CT-nc9ku
    @CT-nc9ku 3 года назад +1

    I went on a bike erg for the first time on 4th july('21) whereas normally i use a technogym exercise bike for cardio. Firstly, i agree yes on an actual bike is the most fun by a mile but only if you have access to reasonable cycling routes and dont get your bike stolen like mine was. I found the bike-erg however, was a really tough ride compared to the technogym. Ultimately i lock in at a resistance and try to maintain rpm. On the technogym thats typically level 10 at 78-80rpm for between 15-30mins depending, All i could manage on the bike erg was level 4 at about 74rpm for about 10 minutes and the burn i got was a very different type. I thought the handlebars weren't ideal though, not for longer distances. Rugged as you like though and looks like will last forever. Not convinced you need to spend £1k on an exercise bike to get a good burn.

  • @Jerzius
    @Jerzius 6 лет назад

    That baby looking at the camera is my new reason to live!

  • @lew708
    @lew708 Год назад

    I’ve heard that the Bike Erg works like a real bike so if you stopped pedaling or slowed pedaling, if she backpedaled then pedaled forward at the slow pace she dropped down to, she would have gotten the resistance at the new slower pace….I don’t have the bike….yet….But saw a blog post where this was stated.

  • @BigWasserDigital
    @BigWasserDigital 6 лет назад +3

    isn't the concept 2 just a WattBike?

  • @donnadelacruz3630
    @donnadelacruz3630 6 лет назад

    I think you can go to any major city in the USA and have a great time. Each city has it thing and nice people, you can't go wrong. Since Jaz loves animals so much, Texas maybe a good choice, you can go horseback riding. NYC is about walking, and seeing sites. e.g, Statute of Liberty, Broadway shows, Central Park. You will find great food and lodging in every major city.

  • @tonyallen3138
    @tonyallen3138 5 лет назад

    I really want one of these bikes, just gotta save up for one. Currently have a spin bike for the moment....

  • @roynesbitt1973
    @roynesbitt1973 6 лет назад +1

    So how about this.... concept 2 bike erg or ski erg? already own a rower and an air bike.... would love an air runner but @ $3500+ its just not on the list yet

  • @jesseferguson3930
    @jesseferguson3930 6 лет назад

    Come to Dallas! Me and my girlfriend would love to see y’all! We work out at Rockit Crossfit in Arlington Tx.

  • @robserna2622
    @robserna2622 6 лет назад

    Come to Dallas/Fort Worth!!! We are opening a facility that I think you are gonna want to see!

  • @WheatKnight
    @WheatKnight 6 лет назад

    Love your stuff! I've got two questions. How often do you train strict pullups? And do you prefer hollow body pullups or arched back pullups?
    I live on a farm and besides lifting heavy tools and parts, I do pretty much all strict gymnastics/calisthenics (Fitness FAQs, Dominik Sky, Calisthenics Movement). I do some crossfit and am a huge proponent of integrating more strict movements for better gymnastics and general strength development. Wondering what you do :) Keep up the good work!

  • @LaceyMediaProductions
    @LaceyMediaProductions 6 лет назад +4

    Notification squad! AND I'm on my way to crossfit lol

    • @nigelnicholas4832
      @nigelnicholas4832 6 лет назад

      Lol, Lacey, when u gonna put out another vid?

    • @LaceyMediaProductions
      @LaceyMediaProductions 6 лет назад +1

      Grey Wolf soon, I had some major life changes lol but I'm gonna put something out really soon

  • @AndrewStephenson0720
    @AndrewStephenson0720 6 лет назад +1

    If you already have a road bike at home...just buy a mag or fluid trainer! Might save a few bucks compared to the bike erg.

  • @josiahtuch565
    @josiahtuch565 3 года назад

    Haven’t used this yet but considering it for home gym but the rogue echo bike is a TANK! It is incredible and indestructible. It is also more realistic (I think) because the cals are much, much harder to get than the assault bike

  • @PerformBetterUK
    @PerformBetterUK 6 лет назад

    Hi TeamRichey, would love to get your thoughts & opinions on the New Renegade Bike we have launched. Maybe we can arrange a day when you’re back from the Games for you to visit us (we’re in Southam CV47 0FG).. Thanks, PB Team

  • @texasvwfan
    @texasvwfan 6 лет назад

    Yes to Dallas! I live here and I’d love to come meet you both!

  • @neverendingweekend
    @neverendingweekend 4 года назад

    How heavy do you think that sandbag (‘d-ball’) is? (7:45)

  • @ReaganCollett
    @ReaganCollett 6 лет назад

    You and Jas should stop into A1 CrossFit (West Bend) while you’re in WI. 👊🏻

  • @TheInternetProductions
    @TheInternetProductions 4 года назад

    Watching jas meet her pr with that foot roll made me want to cry

  • @richbanco5794
    @richbanco5794 6 лет назад +1

    Can you do another on the concept 2 skierg?

  • @melissae5247
    @melissae5247 6 лет назад

    Born and raised in Dallas! I live in a small town northeast of dallas. Would love to show yall around!!

  • @StreetHitzEnt
    @StreetHitzEnt 3 года назад +1

    Never trust advice from a Crossfitter.. I have both the air bike and the Birkeerg and can say there's no comparison. Bikeerg > Air Bike

  • @mathewhopkinsw.f.g8477
    @mathewhopkinsw.f.g8477 5 лет назад

    Duh you guys... The reason for the 'burn' you are getting is that you are using the standard 'kiddie' platform pedal. Works like this: While one leg/foot is pushing down the other leg/foot is also pushing down on the rising pedal. You are doing this so the foot maintains some contact ready for the down stroke. I swop out the platform pedal for my CrankBros Eggbeater 3s and road shoes. This proper method of peddling actually means you are...pushing down..pulling back...up and forward all in one circular, smooth "cycling' motion. The burn can then be enjoyed up out of the saddle or forward 'on the rivet'. Try it, don't take my word for it. In fact, sneak a pair of clipless pedals on and blow away the competition. Actually better still...just go out on a road bike, way tougher than anything in the gym. Treadmills are waste of time, for lazy folks who think they can run, just means all you have to do is lift a leg and the road moves under you. Its nothing like the real thing. On the road you are propelling yourself forward. Done a lot of that too 10km - 120km road races. Believe me tread milling is a breeze.

  • @EddyStyl3s
    @EddyStyl3s 3 года назад

    Go to 10:20 for the review

  • @JeorgeBunsh
    @JeorgeBunsh 6 лет назад

    so LOVELY and so LIVELY. the strongest team on youtube! xo
    dat meme at 9:52 also xD

  • @michaeldougherty6398
    @michaeldougherty6398 4 года назад

    How do you think the concept 2 bike compares to a Spin bike or a cycle?

  • @parisgirl6457
    @parisgirl6457 6 лет назад +2

    Come to Atlanta!!!!

  • @spartanb0452
    @spartanb0452 6 лет назад

    Are the HSTL orders going to make it befor the games? Me and my wife are going and we cant meet you guys!

  • @alexjackson2282
    @alexjackson2282 6 лет назад

    Have you ever used Wattbikes as they are the alternative to c2 ergbikes

  • @Galahadoc
    @Galahadoc 6 лет назад

    Easy to underestimate how much harder running with a weight vest is - it not really anything discernible either, you just get so much more gassed.

  • @andrewkitchenuk
    @andrewkitchenuk 3 года назад +1

    A 17 minute review that has less than 3 minutes of actual review. 🤦‍♂️

  • @TheAradune
    @TheAradune 6 лет назад

    The team in my hometown. How long will you stay ?

  • @noahbrandt1884
    @noahbrandt1884 6 лет назад

    That gym is so awesome.

  • @MatthewSouza
    @MatthewSouza 6 лет назад

    2:05 Thank you for the apologizing my OCD radar was going off strong! haha

  • @johnleifels
    @johnleifels 6 лет назад

    Check out Crossfit Strong in dallas. The box is absolutely insane

  • @kevinm1728
    @kevinm1728 5 лет назад

    Wait, what..? You cant get a Golden Retriever shipped to England??

  • @jrow71188
    @jrow71188 6 лет назад

    I’m in Dallas! DM me if you want ideas of things to do or need a place to stay

  • @andrewdevine4350
    @andrewdevine4350 6 лет назад

    When are you heading to Cyprus. And for how long...

  • @gm08351
    @gm08351 4 года назад

    so let me get this straight; you used the bike erg one time and it made your legs burn and so you don't recommend it?

  • @svbelafonte5854
    @svbelafonte5854 6 лет назад

    How can I meet up with you guys while at the Games??

  • @MrNitrocification
    @MrNitrocification 6 лет назад

    Got a Rogue echo bike last week, goddamn it's tough....

  • @xylemrays671
    @xylemrays671 6 лет назад

    140 mother trucking kilos!!!!!!! Dude you are as strong as an ox!

  • @brgw8
    @brgw8 4 года назад

    Anyone know the difference between watt bike and concept 2 bike?

  • @BaldAlan
    @BaldAlan 6 лет назад +1

    Team James 👊🏼

  • @baekc011
    @baekc011 6 лет назад +19

    Bike? Cant even get a secondhand C2 rower under $1000 here in Aus. Crossfit so damn expensive.

    • @jaredreed7710
      @jaredreed7710 6 лет назад +1

      lowest i've seen here in USA in my area is $900 so i feel your pain

    • @baekc011
      @baekc011 6 лет назад

      found one on Gumtree (Aussie craiglist) for $500 but PM3 doesnt work. Gutted.

    • @xylemrays671
      @xylemrays671 6 лет назад +1

      That’s because CrossFit is a fad/cult.

    • @baekc011
      @baekc011 6 лет назад +1

      mate i thought that once upon a time. It kicked my ass and humbled me, now I love it.

    • @NitishKumar-nz8qy
      @NitishKumar-nz8qy 6 лет назад

      It's $1600 USD here in India :|

  • @daleclarkjr
    @daleclarkjr 6 лет назад

    Every day we Hustling!! Keep up the great 👍 work!!

  • @matanmashal4649
    @matanmashal4649 6 лет назад

    I’ve noticed that you started to do more TTR.. are they harder than TTB?

    • @TeamRICHEY
      @TeamRICHEY  6 лет назад +1

      It was meant to be T2b but my hands would have ripped so chose to TTR. Usually just sub them in when my hands feel fragile.

  • @DewItBig36
    @DewItBig36 6 лет назад

    Come to Dallas!! DO it!!

  • @joneill2210
    @joneill2210 6 лет назад

    James! nuff said.

  • @es3907
    @es3907 6 лет назад

    And a watt bike ?

  • @laurenz3747
    @laurenz3747 6 лет назад

    Please come to Cologne🤷🏼‍♂️, and train at FlexxFitness

  • @coffeeandcrossfit470
    @coffeeandcrossfit470 6 лет назад

    Please Come to Dallas!!!!

  • @pauljohnson4840
    @pauljohnson4840 6 лет назад

    I wonder how that bike erg compares to riding a road bike out in the world...

  • @mhp2013
    @mhp2013 6 лет назад

    Dallas! 🎉 Yes!!!

  • @probitionate
    @probitionate 6 лет назад

    I'm going to assume that it's an optical illusion when you're doing your snatches that your right side is much lower than your left.

    • @TeamRICHEY
      @TeamRICHEY  6 лет назад

      Probably with the wide angle lens

  • @averagecrossfitter8446
    @averagecrossfitter8446 6 лет назад

    Anybody else see that guy on the escalator do a double take and check out Jaz’s butt 😂

  • @Huskins192
    @Huskins192 6 лет назад

    Dude I cannot find that baby meme anywhere. Can someone help me out? Too funny

  • @GallopingHill
    @GallopingHill 3 года назад

    Doesn’t use bar collars? Always drops the weights from high? Very sloppy. Poor form. At least try.

  • @SuperLisandro86
    @SuperLisandro86 6 лет назад

    Holy crap, her knee almost f*ucks off! 2:26

  • @Faceonthewall
    @Faceonthewall 6 лет назад

    Genuine question. Why do CrossFitters just drop the weights with no control after each rep. If i did this in our gym/unit and it wasn't an emergency/total accident i would have a enforced 50 burpee penalty. Power clean, push then reverse the movement in control back to the ground, repeat. Why do you just drop it?? Cheers :-)

  • @MRBarton369
    @MRBarton369 6 лет назад

    Where do I find the little girl @ 10:00??

  • @FitDadJake
    @FitDadJake 6 лет назад

    Ice cream and PRs 💪🏼

  • @JessHenegar
    @JessHenegar 6 лет назад

    Anybody catch Jasmine’s numbers??

  • @joecastle5970
    @joecastle5970 6 лет назад

    Class video that

  • @mwann18
    @mwann18 6 лет назад

    Yes!!!! Go to DALLAS!!!!

  • @julschr3300
    @julschr3300 6 лет назад

    Best Box ever!

  • @Mike_159
    @Mike_159 6 лет назад

    i really like your equipment reviews, but dude, you spent ages saying the same thing about the concept 2 bike 4 or 5 different times

  • @dixonlopez86
    @dixonlopez86 6 лет назад

    Come to Waco, Tx. Work out at my box! CrossFit MissFits

  • @evisone
    @evisone 6 лет назад

    Whats the Name of this vest ? CAPITAL SPORTS?

    • @schlawinermtb
      @schlawinermtb 6 лет назад

      yes it is capital sports

    • @evisone
      @evisone 6 лет назад

      Kevin Winkens ich kann das Modell nicht finden. Sieht aus wie eine 5.11.

    • @schlawinermtb
      @schlawinermtb 6 лет назад

      vielleicht haben die jetzt keine mehr davon im Programm, habe die letztes jahr gekauft

  • @woodstock69TN
    @woodstock69TN 6 лет назад

    was that a mile run on the assault runner?

  • @jodyrice8743
    @jodyrice8743 6 лет назад

    We could have done with Luke Skywalker in the England team!! 😂

  • @scott2193
    @scott2193 2 года назад

    That calorie thing on exercise equipment is a load of bollocks. No 2 people burn th same calories in the real world

  • @dominickvilone9099
    @dominickvilone9099 6 лет назад

    I wish I could eat oreos and pizza and still have abs lol

  • @janicejantjies54
    @janicejantjies54 6 лет назад

    So it’s very similar to a watt bike...

  • @razzakrajim9390
    @razzakrajim9390 6 лет назад

    2:21 badass. 265 lbs snatch.

  • @jacobgallez569
    @jacobgallez569 6 лет назад

    we call the air bike the vomitron

  • @kenthepumpkinking3182
    @kenthepumpkinking3182 9 месяцев назад

    I’m really trying to like this concept 2 bike, but it’s not easy to. I own a Peloton too, and the two bikes are light years apart. The concept2 has a very primitive monitor with text that looks like it’s from a computer screen from the early 80s. It does not easily push your workouts to Strava. Not seamlessly like the Peloton does. Also, the damper needs to be moved by reaching far down and pulling a lever on the fan. Not easily reached. What baffles me the most is there is no water bottle holder. I guess you can purchase one to put in your handle? Just weird for a bicycle. I guess just place it on the ground or somewhere within arms reach?
    Oh, and the monitor uses two “D” size batteries. Really? Why not at least make the battery rechargeable. We are in 2023.
    D batteries were for those old remote control cars you got for Christmas in the 80s as well.

  • @Fergushow
    @Fergushow 6 лет назад

    Don’t get too down on yourself Craig. You are really throwing a lot at your body with all this travel. The only constant in your life right now is change. After the games, you can settle back into your home enviro and work on PRs.