Thursday, May 17th, 2012

Upright & Recumbent Exercise Bikes

Lifecore Fitness LC-800RB Recumbent Exercise Bike | Magnetic Resistance & Compact Design

Lifecore Fitness is relatively new to the exercise equipment market but has made quite an impression during their short run. The Lifecore LC-800RB Recumbent Bike is a step down from the award winning LC-900 model, reviewed here. Priced at aboout 30% less, it’s built around the same …

Schwinn Upright Airdyne Evolution Comp | Stationary Exercise Bike with Fan Resistance

The original Schwinn Airdyne has been around for over 20 years and remains a top seller among upright exercise bikes. The next generation Airdyne Evolution Comp stays true to the original concept but incorporates a more efficient design.

The fan wheel is smaller and uses wider contoured blades for increased …

Diamondback Fitness 900Sr Step-Thru Recumbent Exercise Bike | Indoor Bicycle Luxury and Comfort

This is our first look at Diamondback, a respected manufacturer of institutional and home cardio equipment for over 30 years. So what does the 900Sr Step-Thru Recumbent Exercise Bike have to offer?

The most distinguishing asset of this bike is the Comfort-Plus extra-wide seat. This is an excellent feature for …

Health Trainer 660r Aerobic Recumbent Bike| Ergonomic, Stationary Home Exercise Trainer

The HealthTrainer 660r is a mid-range recumbent bike that provides an efficient ride, without too many bells and whistles, at a very reasonable price.

The bike is solidly constructed with a low profile design and is very quiet when in use. The magnetic resistance, a widely used and efficient system, …

Blackburn Trakstand Ultra Bicycle Trainer | Quiet, Smooth, Foldable Indoor Cycling

Some cyclists are averse to the feel and aesthetics of home exercise bikes, preferring the familiarity and comfort of their own outdoor bike. An indoor bicycle trainer is an excellent option for avid outdoor riders and others who can’t afford a full-sized stationary bike.

The Blackburn Trakstand Ultra uses an …

Schwinn Active 20 Series Recumbent Exercise Bike | Quiet, Low Impact Home Fitness

The sheer number of exercise bikes now on the market can make choosing between style, manufacturer, quality level and price range a daunting task.

The Schwinn Active 20 Series Recumbent Bike is not what you’d expect to see in a commercial gym, but the solid design, respected brand and essential …

AFG 3.0 AH Hybrid Exercise Bike | Sophisticated, Efficient Cardio with Ergonomic Back Support

We chose to spotlight this commercial quality yet affordable model for the unique amalgamation of both recumbent and traditional upright exercise bike features. AFG may not be the most recognizable brand in the home fitness space but they’ve made a solid contribution with high quality lines of cardio equipment …

Phoenix 99608 Magnetic Recumbent Exercise Bike | Silent, Comfortable, Magnetic Stationary Bicycle

While traditional exercise equipment has seen increasing competition from trendy new fitness products, a simple exercise bike will always be a popular option for the home user. Here’s yet another affordable, no frills piece of equipment that does exactly as advertised, without breaking the bank. The Phoenix 99608 …

Marcy Recumbent Stationary Magnetic Bike | Compact, Quiet, Aesthetically Pleasing Exercise Machine

To help those who can’t afford high-end fitness equipment we like to point out the best no frills, simple machines that are affordable yet effective. The Marcy Recumbent Magnetic Bike is ideal for those who just need a solid cardio workout on an attractive piece of equipment without …

CycleOps Fluid 2 Indoor Bicycle Trainer | Stable Cycling Exercise with Outdoor Feel

The CycleOps Fluid 2 is deemed by many as the best choice among bicycle trainers in this price range. There are two key features that set it apart from lower quality bike trainers. It sports a larger flywheel, increasing inertia and creating a realistic “open road” cycling experience. …