Exercise Bike Reviews

This product is from the German manufacturer ‘Finnlo’. Offering it as the entry level model with the perfect cardio workout system can be installed right for the domestic use. Among the many series like exum, roton, exum stress less Finnlo Corum Domestic Exercise Cycle belong to the ‘Corum Series ’ that is been specially designed for the beginners. This initial model of the brand assures great workout with all the comfort to extend the duration of the workout. Its performance and the features can be discussed in the following review of this model.

Design and Structure:

Made to be an upright bike that comes with the silver and blue finish. Its footprint is quite compact with 95 x 50 x 125 cm. Allowing the user to use up to 130 kg is quite suitable for the use of any body. The product weight of 30kg gives a sturdy look and still an easy model for transport.

Parts that make this Exercise Bike:

Brake system – Embedded in this model is the permanent magnetic brake system that with the high standard engineering makes it highly durable and is the one kind that is widely used in much fitness equipment.

Flywheel and the Transmission ration – Although this bike is been designed to give the feel of the natural outdoor drive, the level of smoothness can be determined based on the inertia and the transmission ratio. This Exercise Bike accounts the flywheel of 6 kg and the transmission ratio of 1:8, known is the fact that higher the ratio the smoother will be the drive and so is this bike too.

Console – The usage comfort is been determined with the console that gives the required feedback of the desired readings like the distance, time, speed, cadence and calories. The HR control and other standard workout make it more interesting for the user to use it consistently.

Ergonomics:

Finnlo Corum Indoor Exercise Bike adds up a long list in its ergonomic features that are not only interesting to discuss but also makes it good practically for usage.

• The console offers an option of setting the upper pulse limit as this allows you to set the maximum HR desired to reach and once it is been attained it intimates for your decision.
• The handle bar and the saddle are adjustable to the comfort of the user, irrespective of the physic of the user this Exercise Bike serves to be highly suitable based on these adjustments.
• Available are the integrated transport wheels that make it an easy move to any corner of the home.
• When it comes to the seat it can be set in a convenient position as it allows being adjustable in horizontal sides too.
• Treble level control and the free wheel are few other notable features available in this equipment.
• The low entry is an advantage for the easy step through which is one basic feature noted by the user.
• Integrated pulse receiver for chest straps for the HR monitoring as it gives instant reading of the heart rate.

Finnlo 3100 Corum Beginner Exercise Bike being the basic model does not offer features like fitness test. Its metallic silver frame brings out the modish look. Available are10 level of resistance that can be set manually.

Finnlo Corum Upright Exercise Bike - Technical Specification Table

It is quite obvious the brand name suggest quality products with high durability and enhanced functionality. Reebok B 5.8e LE Performance Series Exercise Bike is one such product that takes the advantage of its previous models and in which more programmes are included. The design and structure are made to look unique which is a modish addition to the space. The following is the review of the same that gives a better understanding of the product.

Physical characteristics:

This Reebok Exercise Bike has a stable frame structure that is been made of special tubes which has proven stability and robust. The overall dimension is 100 x 55 x 148 cm relates to the length, width and height of the bike. It consists of a flywheel weighing 10 kg. Not a heavy equipment as it weighs mere 41 kg. This bike is capable of accommodating the user weight up to 150 kg. The black and grey finish makes it look professional and a perfect domestic equipment to own.

Drive system:

With the benefit of M-Force Direct Drive system with all the required adjustments it performs to way the user desires. It comes along the M-Force brake system to make it complete. This is an electromagnetic break system is been controlled by the computer. It also offers different resistance levels.

Heart Rate Control:

Available is the smart pulse sensors that is an ergonomic hand pulse sensor which reads the trainer heart rate when you give a firm grip in the handle bar. It has a wireless receiver that integrates the polar receiver and also allows to workout with the option of chest transmitter.

Programmes:

Offered by Reebok B5.8e LE upright Exercise Bike are 17 programmes of which 9 are individual target programmes, 2 heart rate programmes and others are user defined programmes. These motivating programmes allows the user to set individual targets based on time, calories, speed etc., Of these are available C1 to C5 individual user programmes that allows you to compose and save your personal settings. In the targeted pulse programme the resistance level gets automatically adjusted to achieve the pulse rate and on achievement it gives final cool down to complete the programme. It also offers 30 minutes intensive interval programme that comes in 3 different levels of easy, medium and difficult with different watts and the combinations of stress and relaxation phases. Another interesting programmes is the 45 minutes cardio workout programme that is perfect for the cardio vascular system.

Console:

Going latest is the console of this Exercise Bike with the colourful descriptions in it. It allows storing the workout data and also offers different levels for the workout. It shows the details of the resistance, speed, time, distance, calories and heart rate all at a quick glance. With the constant intimation to the user the workout can go motivational and interesting. Also available is the backlight that offers clarity for the read out and it helps in the areas with poor lighting.

Ergonomical Features:

• Adjustable seat – Present in Reebok B 5.8e LE Performance Series Domestic Exercise Bike is a high seat for the extra comfort. It can be adjusted both horizontally and vertically making it suitable for people of any physical profile.
• Adjustable handle bars – This allows to be tilted down and up when in use and hence the user experiences utmost comfort of usage.
• Pedals with strap – This is both comfortable and safe as it ensures sure grip to the user all the time of the workout.
• Transport wheels – Possible to move or shift places easily with the transport wheels and hence it does not damage the floor nor required to carry.
• Water bottle holder – Available in this model is the water bottle holder in the front frame that can be accessed easily any time during the workout.
• Floor level adjustment – Available in this bike is the floor level adjustment as it helps to level in uneven floor conditions. Hence it is possible to install the bike in level with the floor all the time and anywhere.

Warranty:

Reebok offers 2 years warranty period for both the labour and parts. Hence it seems to give extra peace of mind for the user.

Reebok B 5.8e LE  Exercise Cycle - Technical Specification Table

The brand ‘Schwinn Fitness’ offers products under different categorization and makes it suitable for different requirements of the consumers. In order to fulfill the expectations the brand has come about with this Cycling Bike that gives the feel of the cycling and so is been named to be known as the indoor cycle. With the same level of functionality, durability and the convenience Schwinn IC Pro Indoor Cycling Bike takes its form for those exercise fonder.

The Built:

Schwinn IC Pro Upright Exercise Cycle takes its structure with the dimension of 127 x 57 x 99 cm relating to the length, width and the height of the equipment. It weighs 59 kgs/130 lbs. Serves to be good enough to accommodate the user weight of up to 136 kg. Sturdy and Robust is its construction, it also is been embedded with the transport wheels for easy shifting of places.

The Style and Finish:

The upright type of construction with the big fly wheel is the basic structure of this model. The frame is a silver finish that adds to its style. The frame is made of zinc-galvanized material with the power-coated finish. Those made of stainless steel are the seat slider, handlebars and the hardware material. However, it does not consist of the console nor that it is compatible.

Drive system:

Gives a feeling of the natural outdoor cycle drive is this model with the chain drive using forged steel crank and the ISIS over sized bottom bracket. It does not have any special kind of gear drive but comes with the fixed gear drive train, the silver flywheel decal. The inertia flywheel weighs 17.5kg and makes the bike go the smooth way and provides a realistic outdoor experience at any speed of operation. This is because that it is been made specially by distributing the weight of the wheel to the outer part than the inner space.

The resistance:

This model is infinitely variable with linear increase through out the resistance range, it is easy to turn adjustment knob, and the natural wool felt pads for the linear incremental resistance. This is a kind of brake system that is been used in the outdoor bikes.

Suitability:

Schwinn IC Pro Silver  Exercise Bike promises to suit the user weight of up to 136 kg and the height of 150 cm to 203 cm tall people.

Added specifies:

Well designed are the handlebars and the seat adjustment that can be easily adjusted to suit the comfort of the user. The seat can be adjusted in any direction. The sliding tube is been made of corrosion preventing stainless steel pins that allows to tightly tread quickly and sturdily. The frame again is made of corrosion resistant finish and each time the equipment is been used it gives a new as ever feeling to the user. With respect to the enclosed chain guard as that is segregated away from the rider but still can be accessed easily for the lubrication and maintenance. Available in this Bike are 2 composite water bottle cages that can accommodate the bottles of one litre capacity.

Warranty:

Schwinn offers a lavish warranty period for this product and it goes as 15 years for the frame, 2 years for the parts, 1 year for the labour and 6 months for the wear items.

Schwinn IC Pro Indoor Cycling Bike - Technical Specification Table

York XC530 2 in 1  Cross Trainer and Exercise Cycle is a perfect domestic equipment that gives dual functions that can be used as the cross trainer and the exercise bike. This gives the user a variety and hence is one extra reason to own this. Perfect for the indoor and the domestic use that can be installed with the small foot print. The following is the review of the same and it details about the product and its usage.

The Basics:

York XC530 Upright  Exercise Bike has an overall dimension of 125 x 64 x 150 cm that states the length, width and the height of the equipment. It weight not high but just 45 kg. All in silver and black finish makes it look stylish. The efficient console and the magnetic resistance are few distinguished features. It is capable of offering an outdoor bike ride experience and on the adjustment of the resistance levels the down hill and the up hill drive can be experienced.

Transformation:

Having offered the 2 different functions of cross trainer and the exercise cycle, both are dominant aspects of this model. What goes interesting is that switching between the two is simple and both functions come with smooth and comfortable workout.

Ergonomic features:

• Padded seat – The seat when used in the cycle model feels the extra comfort with the large gel padded seat. Irrespective of the user physic it gives comfortable seating which is also adjustable by height.
• Dual action – In case of the elliptical mode the dual action which is the push and pulls arms gives good workout for the upper body.
• Foot plates – present are the adjustable foot plates that can be used for the comfort of the user and the adjustment are simple which takes fewer efforts.

Resistance levels:

Available in this model is the smooth motion that is been controlled by the magnetic resistance. It offers 8 different resistance levels which can be chosen or does come automatically in the programme setting. Right from the down hill ride to the up hill ride the user can experience and set the required workout.

Heart Rate Control:

York XC530 Elliptical/Cycle is been embedded with the hand pulse sensor that reads the heart rate when the user hold the hand grip firmly. This instant read of the pulse rate can be obtained in the console all at a glance.

Console:

The console is of large LCD display that displays the readings in bigger font as to make it easy for the user to read out. It is possible to obtain the feedback of the time, speed, distance, calories, pulse and the resistant levels in this console all at a quick glance.

Warranty:

York offers 2 years warranty for the parts and life time warranty for the frame. It also makes installing of this product with less time and efforts.

York XC530 Exercise Bike/Cross Trainer - Specification Details

For those who wish to own an exercise bike that is relevant in smoothness, quietness and convenient, it is Life Fitness C1 Upright Lifecycle Exercise Bike that is set apart from the crowd. Meaning to the training is definitely the experience of fitness difference. Perfect for the new comers, families and the indoor use. Supported with all the fitness regimen allows you to benefit the more in terms of fitness. The following is the review of this model.

The Basics:

The basic construction of Life Fitness C1 Upright Lifecycle Indoor Exercise Cycle is the upright type where the user sits straight for the workout. It is more like riding on the outdoor bicycle. The position of the user is with the straight back and there is no question of relaxation. In this manner, the workout is more efficient and gives you a real out door drive feel. The dimension of this device is 114 x 69 x 142 cm that relates to the length, width and the height of the bike. It is not the one on the higher side and hence can be installed even in the space conscious homes. This bike is as heavy as the usual models of 47 kg and it can accommodate the user with the maximum weight of 135 kg.

Console:

Offered by the brand are two different types of consoles the basic one and the advanced type. While this model comes with the basic type of console. The display in it is of type LCD with blue background and white characters. The Display segment is 9 x 24. This console gives the basic readouts of resistance level, time, speed, distance, target heart rate and calories along with little other additional readout of the elapsed time, time remaining, and time in zone, time of day, distance climbed, distance remaining, and calories per hour.

Programmes:

There are few interesting programmed that the user is been offered to make the choice like the

• Manual programme where you can select the required speed and the inclination levels.
• Hill selection gives you the challenge with the interval of multiple hills and valleys.
• The EZ inclination and Resistance progresses slowly and prepares you for more tougher demands.
• Sport training stimulates the outdoor training with the workout combination of many types of hills and valleys with the variations in the high and low resistance levels.

Along with these programmes other modes are available like the quick start where you can choose the fastest route to workout. The cool down model is a healthy practice that makes sure that the heart rate returns to the normal levels at the end of the workout.

Other product details:

The general features that make C1 Upright Lifecycle Domestic Exercise Bike a unique one of its race are the Seat adjustments up to 14 positions, this could suit any physic and hence the satisfaction is been enhanced, the 20 resistance levels with generator system is easy to select and is been made to progress as the workout progresses. Present in Life Fitness C1 Upright Lifecycle Exercise Bike is the contact heart rate with hand sensors that reads out the pulse rate by just holding the handle firmly. The standard up right seat gives a real outdoor bicycle feel. Available in it are the ergonomically designed handlebars, racing style, Front mounted water bottle holder and the built-in reading rack.

Safety and Warranty:

This Exercise Bike complies with the safety standards of CE, CEN, CSA, TUV, and UL. The warranty offered by the manufacturer is for the period of 3 years for the parts and lifetime for the frame.

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Life Fitness C1 Upright Exercise Cycle - Technical Specification Table