Exercise Bike Reviews

Brand: Tunturi

The first product of the brand was introduced in 1969 that make it to be known as the one of the leading fitness brands. Its establishment is in over 40 countries worldwide and the edge over the other brands is its design, innovation and technical accuracy.

Model:  F20 Exercise Bike

Among the many fitness products of the brand, Tunturi F20 Upright Exercise Bike is a beginner level exercise bike. It offers an entry-level usage that is more suitable for the home users. Its compact dimension is another aspect that makes it welcoming among many users. The structure and design goes the best way and so is its durability.

The basics: Just out of the box, it brings all the excitement and fixing up is also procedural. All the parts are user friendly and with the systematic instruction provided in the manual with a short time of sincere efforts it can be installed. Very interesting is the setting up although at the beginning stage it takes time to sort. All set and done it turns out to be an attractive piece that adds elegance to the atmosphere. With the compact dimension of 98 x 53 x 138 cm denoting the length, width and depth of the equipment. It also weighs 31 kg that is easy for the user to handle when required to shift places. The body construction is been made of sturdy material and the overall body colour is in shades of grey that makes it very attractive. This device can accommodate the user weight of 135 kg that seems to be suitable for all physic and age groups. The upright type of construction is the basic style of this equipment.

Console and Programmes: The console provided with Tunturi F20 Domestic Exercise Cycle is of type 3.7″ screen with LCD monochrome. It offers a motivational performance that gives the user the feedback of the efforts in terms of the time, distance, speed, calories and the heart rate. Making the user check his progress as he proceeds. The workout programmes offered by this Exercise Bike are 3 types and the training modes are quick start, manual and the HR max limit. What goes special and unique is the fitness test and the recovery HR programmes. These are displayed in the screen embedded in the console and it is clear enough for a quick read out.

Other technical aspects: It comes with the permanent magnetic brake system. The adjustments are manual and the transmission ration is 1:8. The rotating wheel weighs 9kg while Tunturi F20 upright Exercise Bike/Cycle is been powered up the power output of 250 Watts at the RPM of 60. The functioning of the console is with the battery power.

Ergonomic features: This exercise equipment should be comfortable for the user at any point of usage. It proves the same with its ergonomic features like the following.

• The seat is adjustable with both height and the tilt positions.
• The handlebars are also adjustable by tilting.
• The seat is been made so and big for the comfortable seating of the user.
• The frame is been designed with the easy step through design.
• The pulse rate is with the firm grip in the handle bar that instantly reads the pulse and displays.
• It comes with the transportation wheels in order to make shifting simple.

Verdict: Although it is a simple, compact model that gives a full-fledged workout and has a robustic construction seems to be not suitable for people of height close to 6 feet. Ultimately for the beginners and the domestic use it stands competitive and takes an edge over when it comes to its console.

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Tunturi F20 Magnetic Exercise Bike - Technical Specification Table

V-fit offers a wide range of exercise equipment that helps in making the user stay fit. In the exercise bike segment the brand offers models with different technology and different types like the air, flywheel, training and the magnetic. Of which the magnetic cycles are the latest and it offers smooth and quite drive. V-fit FC1-TA Aurora Triple Action Flywheel Cycle that is been reviewed belong to the flywheel category. In this type, the basic construction is with the fixed wheel drive that simulates the effect of the spinning training. It is been made available with either of the friction pad or the magnetic resistance. The read further will provide you with the insight of the product.

Basic Information: V-fit FC1-TA Upright Exercise Bike delivers the best in terms of durability and design. It is however made to perfectly suit for the domestic users and the beginner level trainers. The small foot print and the exclusive design will add style to its space. The comfort of usage goes uncompromised with the adjustable parts and the strong construction.

Physical characteristics: The overall made with the shades of grey and black to match any background. The frame made of Oblong with the round tubular steel and the handlebars with the square frame comes with the fixed front frame end caps and the twist adjusts rear frame end caps. This makes it look professional and the fixed caps can be maintained well for years that make it look new repeatedly. Each of the metal frame comes with the finish of chip resistant white coloured Epoxy power coated that keeps the equipment free from rust and damage. The dimension and the weight of this product is 82 x 50 x 127 cm denoting the length, width and the depth, while the weight is 22.5 kg.

Workouts / Console: Training in this model is so convenient that just getting on to the cycle lets you start shelling out the calories. It offers a standard drive system with the chain and the free wheel drive. The resistant level is adjustable and with the micro tension controller, the correct resistant levels can be set. While starting from the simpler one when it absolutely requires no efforts to drive and as the level goes up the toucher it becomes for the user to drive. The resistant system here is with the well-balanced 7 kg flywheel that comes with the Polypropylene friction tape with the felt backing. Available in this model is the console that is motivating for the user and he can obtain the feedback of the training in calories, distance, scan, speed and time.

Ergonomic features: The frame of V-fit FC1-TA Aurora Triple Action Domestic Exercise Cycle comes as a low design as the user can easily step across both sides. The handle bar features as smooth expanded foam padded grip and adjustable to suit the user comfort levels. With respect to the saddle, it comes as the one that is Adjustable and expanded PU with triangular base plate fitting. The height adjustment of the saddle is up to 6-position height adjustable with the minimum of 67cm and maximum of 89 cm. The pedals again come with the adjustable strap that offers a sure grip through out the training session.

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V-fit FC1-TA Upright Fitness Cycle - Technical Specification Table

BC1640 - Magnetic, Upright Exercise Bike from Body Sculpture

Brand: Body Sculpture

It was by the Bellow Equipment Co. the brand Body Sculpture came into being during 1965, over the period of time it came into the hands of Solex industries. Of course, the brand successful withstands the market competition in the fitness equipment segment and has become the international name. It offers technically proven fitness equipments for all age groups and has brought unshaken trust among its customers.

Model: BC1640 Magnetic Bike

Body Sculpture BC1640 Domestic Magnetic Bike is just a basic model for the beginners; it is stylish and compact to suit the space conscious homes. The construction of this product is very sturdy and durable. Suitable for all age groups it turns to be a right one for the domestic use.

Physical Characteristics: It is amazing to note that equipment weighing just 22kg can do so much that allows the user to increase their fitness level. The footprint is also small as it has the dimension of 87 x 55 x 121 cm denoting the length, width and the height. The upright construction of the model with the base so low for the user to switch to the sides easily. All through is made up of shades of grey making it look very modish.

Console: May seem to be just another console embedded in most bikes, yes, its true but the design has innovatively offered with the tear drop shape and the combination of grey with black colour. The display screen justifies in size and the operational buttons belong to the soft touch type. The user can easily handle the operations and the feedback can be obtained with just the touch and at a glance.

Resistance: Offered by Body Sculpture BC1640 Beginners Exercise Cycle is the 8 different level of resistance, starting in the first level that is as easy as the down hill drive and as it progresses it goes touch and requires professional use when it gets as tough as the up hill drive.

Ergonomics: Magnetic brake system is the technology applied in Body Sculpture BC1640 Upright Exercise Bike that gives the best control of the equipment irrespective of the speed. The belt, which is the most important aspect for the smooth running, is made of durable material and offers a silent drive. The pulse reading is the hand pulse type that is been offered by the manufacturer in the optional basis. The user can obtain the heart rate level just by holding the handgrip firmly and the reading can be obtained in the display screen of the console. Adjustable handlebar is another convenient feature, based on the sitting position of the user the handles can be adjusted with just the turn of the knob. The saddle is again a comfortable one that is quite big in size and quite cushiony.

Verdict: A good and an impressive product for the beginners, but it are been noted that the height adjustable of the saddle is not sufficient and may not be as comfortable for short personality when compared to the tall people. The computer is easy to operate and it is worth the price.

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Body Sculpture BC1640 Upright, Magnetic Bike - Technical Specification Details

Marcy - is the fitness experts as they offer wide range of fitness products to suit the profile of the user. They are keen in offering fitness with the comfort of the home. Along with many commercial products, they also offer domestic models that are no ordinary in terms of its features and technology. Marcy DS417 Magnetic Exercise Cycle is the one that comes with the motive of offering workout for the domestic use.

Style and Built: At the outset, the finish with the silver on the black colour makes it appealing in the first sight. With the easy of installation and simple in terms of handling it, weight of 27kg makes the most of it. Marcy DS417 Domestic Exercise Cycle proves sturdy and can accommodate the user weight of up to 150 kg. Thus, it serves for the whole family as such. The upright construction with the low frame makes it easy for the user to get on and get out of it. The overall dimension of this unit is 129 x 52 x 85 cm that states the height, width and depth of the equipment. The console does serve the purpose and seems to be motivating.

Console/Feedback:  The Display Console of this model comes with the LCD display. Although it seems to be petite in dimension, it proves with its functional ability. It offers the user with the various functions like the mode, set, reset and the recovery functions. In case of the scan option, it displays all the feedback like the Speed, Time, Distance, RPM, Calories, and Pulse in a continuous loop. In case of the individual feedback, the details that can be obtained about the workout are as follows.

• Speed – This denotes and displays the current training speed in the measurement of kilometer per hour.
• RPM – The Revolution per minute is calculated for the workout.
• Time – The time up to 99.59 minutes can be displayed and when it is preset the computer will automatically produce an alarm on the completion of the set time. It works on the count down basis.
• Distance – Much similar to the sound, it counts to 99.99km and does have an alarm.
• Calories – The burnt calories can be measures and the display of it goes up to 990 calories.
• Pulse Rate –The reading of the heart rate can be done by placing the hands on the handgrip sensor present in the handle on both sides. The computer reads and displays the pulse rate instantly.
• Stand by mode – When in case the computer remains idle for 4 minutes it switches over to the stand by mode and displays only the room temperature along with the date and time.

Product specifies: Marcy DS417 Upright Exercise Bike offers a smooth and ultra quiet action during the workout and hence even the people in the neighbour room is comfortable during its operation. It consists of eight different levels of magnetic resistance; based on the stamina and the ability of the user the resistance levels can be increased. It starts with one wherein pedaling as easy as the downhill ride and burns low calories. As going forward, the eighth resistance is the toughest but burns much calories.

Convenience: Making it most convenient are the transport wheels that helps in shifting places. The pedals are self-leveling type and come with the toe straps for the utmost grip.

Warranty: The manufacturer offer a 1-year limited warranty for this product.

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Marcy DS417 Portable Exercise Bike - Technical Specification Table

This ‘Stow a Bike Foldable Exercise Bike’ from the ‘Confidence Sports’ is the one as its name suggests the foldable and compact type of exercise equipment. It offers a casual but effective workout for the beginners. The proven statement is that working out with the exercise bike is 4 times better in burning calories when compared to walking. This product is the one that features being foldable, compact and light in weight.

Appearance: Made of metal and attires to be in grey or silver colour making Confidence Stow a Bike Upright Exercise Bike an acceptable one in terms of design. It could rather bring in more savings as most times it states the money spent the right way. It is a foldable design and shows the dimension of when it is opened as 27.5” x 15” x 40” and when it is folded it is 13.5” x 15” x 49”, both responds to the length, width and the height of the appliance respectively.

Workout and Resistance: By offering 8 level of resistance that can by set as the stamina of the user. Change of the resistance level is as simple as the turn of the knob that is been located in the front of the bike. Starting from the first level that is a free wheeling one more similar to the down hill riding that requires absolutely very less of effort and so is the same with the calories burnt as that is also less compared to the level 8 of workout that is difficult where it is required to put lot of effort thereby burning more calories in less time.

Console: Made available is the small display console that gives the feedback of the workout details like the time, distance, pace and the calories burnt. However, it does not offer any special type of programmes for the ease of the user.

Other convenient features:

May be petite but it also has some interesting features to withstand the competition in the field of exercise equipment. Confidence Sports makes it quite cleat to introduce Confidence Domestic Exercise Bike for the home
that are space conscious and those who prefer the beginner level of workout.

• Seat – The seat of Confidence Stow a Bike Beginners Exercise Bike comes with fully padded that the user can sit for longer time. It can also be adjusted in both ways to suit the height of the user.
• Pedals – This is another notable feature as the foot pedals comes with non-skid type and it does have a safety strap additionally.
• Wheels – there are small wheels in the front side that allows the bike to move easily and effortlessly.
• Foldable – This foldable technology is the highlight of this model, by not occupying much space, it can be stored and in fact, it is interesting to note that it does not dominate the space in any way. Hence, even smaller home can accommodate it easily.

Application: The design and the structure make it best for the user of the beginner level. Although petite it offer a good workout for lower body, low-impact, cardiovascular.

Confidence Stow a Bike Portable, Folding Bike - Technical Specification Details