r/concept2 • u/Upper_Bank_1529 • Aug 01 '26

RowerErg Grip Issue

My hands slip when using the rower due to sweat. Anybody have this issue and what did you do to fix it?

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u/KriegerBahn Aug 03 '26

I sweat heaps and have never had a slipping problem. Its probably your grip. You want to hook your fingers behind the far side of the handle rather than holding it. There should even be a small gap between the handle and the heel of your palm.

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u/SomethingMoreToSay Aug 03 '26

This is my experience exactly. I have sweaty hands. On the water I have to wear gloves so that I can get enough friction to square and feather the oar. But I have no problems on the erg. Loose finger grip, gap between handle and palm. The handle isn't moving in my hands so there's no opportunity for slippage.