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Schwinn's Airdyne Evolution Exercise Bike features resistance-based breaking with zero friction. Sealed cartridge bearings provide a smooth, reliable ride and extra-long bearing life. Other features include a low step-over frame made of steel, a small fan-wheel that cools while exercising, and a computer that monitors speed, distance, calories, RPM, workload and heart rate. The Airdyne bike will accommodate riders up to 300 pounds, and it measures 50 by 22.5 by 48 inches and weighs 104 pounds. Specifications: - Extra quiet belt drive system
- Unique air resistance (the harder you pedal, the greater the resistance)
- Measured, repeatable workload allows you to keep track of your fitness level
- Fan wheel cools user during exercise
- Computer provides feedback on time, distance, workload level, calories burned, calories/hour, heart rate, and RPM
- Max user weight: 300 pounds
- Dimensions: 50 inches long by 22.5 inches wide by 48 inches tall
- Weight: 90 pounds
Manufacturer's Warranty
30-year warranty (frame); three-year warranty (parts and electronics); and one-year warranty (labor and wear items) About Exercise Bikes
Despite the competition from trendy new fitness inventions, exercise bikes continue to be popular options for home exercise. They offer the same aerobic benefits of riding a bicycle at any time, in any weather, without leaving the comfort and safety of home. Exercise bikes don't take up much space, require little or no balance or coordination, and can provide an effective workout for all levels of users, from beginners to serious competitors. While the same could be said for a number of other types of home fitness equipment, the exercise bike is one of the few that allows you to watch television or read a magazine while you work out. For many people, having convenient access to quality exercise equipment is critical to sticking with a long-term exercise program.
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• Dual action exercise bike with wind resistance, works both legs and upper body
• Extra quiet belt drive system; fan wheel cools during exercise
• Computer provides feedback on time, distance, workload level, calories burned, calories/hour, heart rate, and RPM
• Measures 50 x 22.5 x 48 inches; 300-pound maximum user weight
• Backed by a 30-year warranty on the frame; 3-year warranty on parts and electronics
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| Product Length:
| 47.0 inches |
| Product Width:
| 30.5 inches |
| Product Height:
| 12.0 inches |
| Product Weight:
| 106.0 pounds |
| Package Length:
| 46.4 inches |
| Package Width:
| 30.1 inches |
| Package Height:
| 12.7 inches |
| Package Weight:
| 106.4 pounds |
| Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 12 reviews |
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 Maybe the worst instructions on the planetApr 11, 2008
I bought this bike after using one at the rehab facility after a knee replacement. Although it the same model number, there are several minor differences and it is not as smooth. Still a nice bike for the money although a pain to assemble. We thought this product had the worst assembly instructions ever. I have ordered car parts from Japan off ebay that only came with Japanese instructions. Even without speaking Japanese, those instructions were easier to follow than the junk that came with this airdyne. I probably would have given it 4 stars otherwise.
8 of 8 found the following review helpful:
 Great bike, crummy assembly instructionsFeb 05, 2008
I warm up before weight training on an ancient, well-used Airdyne at the municipal rec center, and I really like its movement. I was also impressed at how well it has stood up to institutional use over the course of many years. So, when my trainer suggested I do High Intensity Interval Training first thing in the morning, I started researching a machine to buy for home use. It was either going to be an Airdyne or an elliptical trainer, and cheap elliptical trainers are unacceptable to me. The Airdyne cost a third of what I would spend on a decent elliptical trainer, and it's much smaller and easier to move around. I chose the Evo Comp over the original design because I wanted the quieter fan.
The Evo Comp is much smoother and quieter than the old Airdyne at the rec center, and I like that it doesn't blow air on me. If I need a breeze, I'll plug in a fan. Whatever quality control issues that existed for the 2006 reviewers seem to have been fixed, as my Airdyne performs perfectly.
Really, the only negative comment I have for it is the assembly instructions, which are still terrible. I'm mechanically inclined, so assembly was easy for me to figure out, but I could easily see a less mechanically competent person having trouble. I encountered at least one error in the written instructions, but the worst part is the images, which are so crude and low resolution as to be pretty much worthless.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Great Exercise BikeJan 10, 2008
After researching many types of home exercise equipment, I found the Airdyne to be the best buy for the easiest setup and the least maintenance.
I bought it over the web and it was shipped via DHL. There is some assembly required so I was pleased to see about half the machine already assembled. One of the hardest parts is actually getting it out of the box. The bike is well packaged and the box is industrial corrugated. The box contained all the necessary parts and screws, but you will need a good set of wrenches to assemble the bike.
Depending on how well you know your tools will result in how well your assembly will go. With no knowledge of bolts and screws, I was able to put it together by myself in 4 hours. But the instruction book was poorly illustrated, doesn't distinguish each bolt and screw (it just provides a list and quantity), and it mixed up 2 sets of screws in the instructions. Also another hand would've helped as the hardest part of assembly is attaching the front stabilizer to the bike frame. It requires the frame to be lifted and the holes on the frame to lay where the holes on the stabilizer are so the two can be bolted together. The frame is heavy and the holes are hard to see because its beneath the fan.
When assembled, the bike performed well. The fan blades are much quieter than the original Airdyne and I had no belt shaving problem. I love the arm swings so I can also work out the upper body. I think my only real problem is the seat (maybe I didn't attach it well enough).
But the one thing I will say that may be an issue is the bike's height. I am a 5'5" and the first seat level is a bit too high for me. This equipment seems to be designed for taller people. Also, I'd like a bike cover to prevent dust from accumulating in the fan section.
All in all, this is a great piece of workout equipment and well worth the investment. I see some bad reviews about this product on Amazon, but it maybe from people who bought it when it first came out and Nautilus may have fixed some of the issues since. Also, I'm wary about buying workout equipment from some retailers because they don't maintain their inventory in good condition.
3 of 5 found the following review helpful:
Great piece of EquipmentJan 07, 2008
Have been using one @ work for 4 Years several people use it gets used a lot must have several thousand miles on it some 25 to 30 miles at a time no problems keep on working great was even left outside for 1 year covered up electrical panel with plastic while new workout room was being built panel was damaged by water but still works good, so I had to get one for my self this one arrived by UPS box has all taped up and smashed thought I would have to send it back from damage but unit was not Damaged @ all it is very sturdy and well made in 2 weeks i've put 120 miles on to love it.
6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
Perfect for the home workoutDec 09, 2007
I've owned the Evo for 3 years now and am totally satisfied. I've put over 5000 miles on this baby and have never had a mechanical problem. I bought it through a local bike shop and had it assembled there so maybe the complaints of quality and malfunction have more to do with the assembler than the equipment. This is not the bike for someone in training for competetive cycling but is perfect for the home exerciser. This motion is smooth, works several muscle groups and does not wear out your legs like a bike only does. I recommend this equipment without reservation.
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