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Folding and compact
Rowers and bikes that fold, stand upright or fit a small flat, with footprints in centimetres in use and in storage.
A full-length rower is long: check the working length and add clear space around it. Many fold or stand on end, which changes the storage footprint completely.
Folding bikes and compact rowers often have a lower max user weight and a shorter rail, so check both against your height and weight.
Guides on this topic
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