Ski Machine
Ski Trainer with Base Air Resistance Ski Erg — Full Body Cardio for Home & Commercial Gyms
The Ski Trainer with Base brings the intensity of Nordic skiing indoors, delivering one of the most demanding full body cardio workouts available in a compact, commercial-grade machine. Whether you are building aerobic base fitness, adding sprint intervals to your training, or looking for a genuinely effective upper body and core finisher, this ski erg covers it all without putting unnecessary stress on your joints.
Unlike treadmills or bikes that predominantly load the lower body, the ski trainer simultaneously engages your arms, shoulders, lats, core, glutes and legs with every stroke. The air resistance flywheel scales automatically with your effort, so beginners and elite athletes alike can train effectively on the same machine. The freestanding base means no drilling required, and built-in transport wheels make it easy to move between spaces.
Available to view and try in our Milperra showroom, and delivered Australia-wide — read on to find out if this is the right machine for your gym.
What Is Included
What Makes This Ski Trainer Stand Out
Build Quality and Drive System
The ski trainer uses a high-durability cord drive rather than a steel cable. This material choice is deliberate: the cord is significantly lighter than steel while being rated to handle the repeated tension loads of commercial use. The result is a more responsive feel through each stroke and a system that holds up to heavy daily use without the fraying or stretching issues common in lower-quality machines.
The air resistance flywheel is a sealed unit designed to run smoothly and quietly across a wide range of effort levels. Commercial-grade rated construction means this machine is built for the demands of a PT studio or small gym, not just occasional home use.
What You Can Train on the Ski Trainer
Upper Body and Shoulders
- Double pole drive
- Alternating arm pull
- Lat-focused long pulls
- Shoulder endurance intervals
- Tricep push-through finishers
- Upper back rowing drive
Core and Trunk
- Hip hinge and core brace hold
- Anti-rotation core stabilisation
- Oblique engagement on alternating strokes
- Hollow body power transfer
- Core-loaded interval sprints
Lower Body
- Glute and hamstring drive
- Standing hip extension with pull
- Leg-dominant power strokes
- Low stance endurance work
Cardio and Conditioning
- Steady state aerobic work
- HIIT sprint intervals
- Tabata rounds
- AMRAP conditioning blocks
- Calorie-target sprint challenges
- Distance time trials
- Watt-based power intervals
Technical Specifications
| Product Name | Ski Trainer with Base |
| Resistance Type | Air resistance flywheel |
| Drive Mechanism | High-durability cord |
| Technique Compatibility | Double pole and alternating arm (classic) |
| Console Display | LCD — time, speed, distance, calories, RPM, pulse, watts |
| Assembled Dimensions | 1300mm L x 600mm W x 2150mm H |
| Machine Weight | To confirm |
| User Weight Capacity | To confirm |
| Base Type | Freestanding with integrated transport wheels |
| Commercial Rating | Suitable for PT studios and commercial gyms |
| Frame Warranty | Lifetime |
| Mechanical and Electronic Warranty | 1 year |
| Wear Items Warranty | 1 year |
| Flooring | Rubber gym matting recommended — see our flooring range |
| Lead Time / Stock Status | To confirm |
Pros and Cons
- True full body workout — engages more muscle groups than a rower or bike
- Air resistance scales with effort, suitable for all fitness levels
- Compact footprint at 1300mm x 600mm — fits where larger cardio machines cannot
- Quiet operation suits home gyms and shared training spaces
- Commercial-grade rated for PT studio and gym environments
- High-durability cord is lighter and more responsive than steel cable
- Lifetime frame warranty provides strong long-term protection
- Built-in transport wheels make repositioning easy
- Technique takes practice — beginners may need a few sessions to get form right
- Not ideal for those with shoulder impingement or rotator cuff issues without medical clearance
- Air resistance means resistance cannot be pre-set to a fixed number
- Machine weight to confirm — may require assistance to move despite transport wheels
- Primarily an upper body and cardio-focused machine — not a replacement for strength equipment
Who Is This Ski Trainer For
- Home gym owners who want a compact, serious cardio machine that does more than a standard bike or treadmill
- Personal trainers looking for a versatile conditioning tool that works across client types and fitness levels
- CrossFit and functional fitness athletes who want a machine that replicates the ski erg training they do in class, at home
- Small commercial gym operators who need a commercial-rated cardio machine with a small footprint
- Anyone seeking low-impact full body cardio that minimises stress on knees and ankles while still delivering a high-intensity result
- Athletes in upper body or endurance sports such as paddling, skiing, or swimming, who want sport-specific conditioning year-round
Who Should Consider Other Options
The ski trainer is primarily a cardio and conditioning machine. If you are looking for a machine that also provides resistance training or strength work, you would be better served by a functional trainer or cable machine that can deliver both pulling and pressing movements under load.
If you have an existing shoulder or rotator cuff injury, seek medical clearance before using a ski erg, as the overhead pulling pattern places significant demand on the shoulder joint.
If your primary goal is lower body cardio with minimal upper body involvement, a bike or treadmill may be a more comfortable fit.
Not enough space for a full cardio setup? At just 1300mm long and 600mm wide, the ski trainer occupies less floor space than most treadmills and significantly less than a full functional trainer or multi-station machine. It delivers a complete conditioning workout without taking over your garage or studio. Pair it with rubber gym flooring to protect your floor and reduce noise, and you have a serious training setup in a fraction of the space.
Visit Our Sydney Showroom
Australia-Wide Delivery
We deliver the Ski Trainer with Base to all major cities and most regional areas across Australia. Contact us for a freight quote to your location.
Professional assembly and installation is available. Contact our team for a quote specific to your location and setup requirements.
Stock availability and lead times are subject to change. Contact us on 1300 247 888 or sales@247gymequipment.com.au to confirm current dispatch timeframes.
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🚚 Shipping
Australia-wide delivery
- Under 40 kg: Shipped via our standard courier partners.
- 40 kg and above: Shipped on a pallet via freight carriers.
- Tail-lift delivery: Available for residential addresses without forklift access.
- Approx. packaged weight: 50 kg (varies by product/configuration).
Depot & Pick-up Options
- Nearest-depot option: We have 500+ freight depots across Australia and will allocate the closest depot for convenient pick-up.
- Depot pick-up (capital cities): $200 flat fee in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane & Adelaide (up to 300 kg).
Installation
- Sydney Metro installation: Offered — contact us to book.
- Note: Installation, assembly, and call-out fees are non-refundable.
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FAQs
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