Virus Sliding Rigger

Pronounced "vee' rus", this is a lightweight stainless steel rig that is very rigid. It's excellent for strenuous rowing in non-sanctioned competition or for a good workout. It's held in place by four anchors and is easily removed for transport. The sliding rigger design provides improved performance over sliding seat rigs, especially in shorter boats. This is because the rowers mass is stationary, eliminating pitching and slowing on the return stroke. The performance advantage is great enough that they were banned from use in competition by the international rowing committee.

FrontRower uses a stationary seat with a cable system that uses either or both your arms and legs to power the oars. It includes automatic raising/lowering and feathering of the oars! Sells for around $1295 including the oars.

"Forward Facing Rowing System" uses the older version in which cams are used to drive the oars. Uses a typical sliding seat rig. Sells for around $395 without oars.