Everyone would prefer new gear but the reality of our sport is that the equipment is expensive.  However, second hand is a good option because manufacturers build to last and old gear that still works can be very effective if you are rowing on a budget.

How to choose second hand rowing gear – read Mike Davenport’s book Buy It Right which is about how to specify what you

Calm Waters Rowing has a useful article about buying second hand Concept 2s.

However, if you want to advertise that you’re looking to buy second hand – may I recommend a listing on

• The Rowing Service Noticeboard for mainly UK notices
• And the Reddit Rowing Group has categories for almost everything
• As does Rowing Illustrated Forums has a Classifieds page
• If you want UK listings go to the Rowing Adverts page
• Rowing Ireland has a buy / sell listings page
• In the USA the Classifieds on Row2K are worth using
• I found this site in South Africa (not sure if it’s only for home gym users)

Any other suggestions?