September update 1.48: Keep the beat with Paced Group Rows

Paced group rows in EXR

A new indoor rowing group event type is here: Paced Group Rows! They are the perfect events for anyone who feels energized by good company. Download EXR’s September update, join the first test events and share your experience with us!

The September update will be released gradually over one week for all operating systems. You can check for updates in the App Store/ Play Store or wait until the app updates automatically.



New

Paced Group Rows (beta)

Based on your answers from our user surveys regarding this new event type, we developed Paced Group Rows! This kind of event features some sort of rubberband system: if you row approximately the same speed as the pacer, a visual range assistance will ensure that you stay with the big group of fellow live rowers.

Should you row too fast or too slow, you drop from the group. Get close to the pacer’s speed and group to join it again. Please note that EXR’s visual distance may not match the meters rowed and that you won’t be able to complete routes, lap-based events or segments in Paced Group Rows.

To test this new event type, public test events will be held this month. You can sign up for them, as with any other event, directly from the app or the EXR event website. Feel free to send us your feedback on it via the in-app feedback button in the main menu or our contact form.


New route: Henley Eight

A new route has been added to the Henley map: Henley Eight. It covers 11,6km. The respective Henley route achievement “From Henley with Love” has been updated.

The new Henley eight route in EXR.

Lycan rowing machine support

Row on EXR with your Lycan Elite Fitness rowing machine by downloading EXR and connecting your model via Bluetooth. Explore all features with the 14-day free trial.


Improved

  • Removed summer assets linked to Summer Challenge 2025.
  • Disabled the force curve for cable connections due to connectivity issues.
  • Decreased the maximum number of namecards on screen.
  • Improved achievements and challenges display in the main menu.
  • Training plans in progress are now on top of the list of workouts.
  • Improved performance issues on low-end devices.
  • Concept2 only: added a setting to choose between rower timer or EXR timer.

Fixed

  • Fixed the SPM instructions not showing in the first training block.
  • Removed stuttering when triggering effects for the first time (at finish segments).
  • Graphics options now show the recommended setting.
  • Fixed segments data not using the correct setting from the options menu (PR, Year PR, WR).
  • Windows only: the mouse cursor will hide after 10 seconds of inactivity.

 

Never stop rowing with the September Challenges

Test your will and endurance with the September Challenges! This is the perfect chance to row a few rounds on the new Henley map and unlock unique badges!

Beat the 3 monthly Sept challenges in EXR.
Beat the monthly challenges to unlock unique badges. Row a total of 75 km to unlock 200 X-Coins and beat the easy Distance Challenge. Make it 150 km to claim 500 X-Coins and crush the hard Distance Challenge. The Single Session Challenge invites you to get into the zone and row for 3 hours in one session. A reward of 450 X-Coins is waiting for you!

 

What do you think about the September update? Send us your feedback by using our contact form.




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