Merrithew Rehab V2 Max Plus Pilates Reformer
- Raised Rehab height, 6.5 inches above the standard V2 Max Plus
- Five Reformer springs: four full tension, one half tension
- Quarter-tension spring optional, not standard
- Vertical frame with retractable rope and traveling pulleys
- 224 pounds machine weight
- Aluminum, carbon steel, stainless steel construction
- Dense EVA foam carriage padding
Updated 21 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A studio grade reformer for clinics working with clients who struggle to get on and off a low carriage. It is a heavy machine that needs dedicated floor space, and the listing gives no footprint or user weight limit.
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ASIN: B002ABYKFICategory: Pilates Reformers
Overview
Physical therapists and rehab studios get a reformer raised higher off the floor, so mobility-limited clients can mount and dismount with less strain. A vertical frame with a retractable rope and traveling pulley system adds Cadillac-style work and multi-planar training to standard carriage exercise.
Clinical access is the core argument: the extra carriage height and the vertical frame let one machine cover rehab, reformer and Cadillac-style programs. Against that, it is heavy, needs a dedicated space, and the listing leaves out dimensions and a user weight limit.
Who it's for
Studios and clinics running injury recovery, sport-specific or cross-training sessions get the most from the raised carriage and vertical frame. Home exercisers with a small room, or no way to move a heavy machine into place, should look at lighter reformers.
Pros and cons
- Raised carriage eases mounting and dismounting
- Vertical frame adds Cadillac-style exercises
- Retractable rope and traveling pulley system
- Removable shoulder rests
- Very heavy to move or reposition
- Footprint and dimensions not listed
- Quarter-tension spring sold as an option
- Mat use depends on a Mat Converter
Performance notes
Carriage feel comes from the rigid rails and patented rolling mechanism the maker describes, while resistance is set by which springs are hooked on. The ropes and pulleys on the vertical frame change the direction of pull, which opens up multi-directional movements. Height off the floor changes access, not the exercise itself.
Specifications
| Brand | PILATES |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 224 pounds |
| Height increase | 6.5 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Aluminum, Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel |
| Color | Black |
| Frame | Vertical frame, retractable ropes, traveling pulleys |
| Other details | |
| Strap Type | Roll-Up Strap |
| Handle Type | Adjustable, Strap |
| Carriage padding | Dense EVA Foam |
| Optional spring | Quarter tension |
| Spring set | Five Reformer springs: four full tension, one half tension |
Frequently asked questions
Does the STOTT PILATES V2 Max Plus Rehab Reformer need to be anchored or assembled?
The listing does not cover installation, anchoring or assembly. Given the machine's weight, ask Merrithew about delivery and setup before ordering.
Is the V2 Max Plus Rehab Reformer the same as the standard V2 Max Plus?
No. The Rehab version is raised higher than the standard V2 Max Plus Reformer for easier mounting and dismounting.
Can the V2 Max Plus Rehab Reformer be used for mat work?
The description says it can serve as a raised mat platform with the inclusion of a Mat Converter. Check whether one is part of your order.