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Home Indoor Spin Cycling | Sunny Health & Fitness Pro Stationary Exercise Bike

Steve — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 03:54:49 +0000

Spinning classes are great for a vigorous workout but sometimes it’s difficult to find time to get to the gym. The Sunny Health & Fitness Pro Indoor Cycling Bike lets you spin at home without a huge investment. When compared to bikes in the $1000+ range, nothing about it feels cheap, other than the price.

This entry level spinning bike is solidly built, comfortable and stable. Key features include a fully adjustable seat, fully adjustable handlebars, 40 lb flywheel, adjustable resistance and a chain drive mechanism for smooth and quiet workouts.

The bike ships almost fully assembled. You just need to unpack and attach the front and rear bases, pedals, handlebar, and seat. All required tools are included. The flywheel and brake system (the bike uses cantilevers and pads with dense fabric) are already attached.

Compared to other spin bikes in the same category, the Sunny has among the heaviest flywheel. There’s a wide range of tension to play with, to the point where you can’t move the flywheel.

With a spin bike, once you get the flywheel turning you can’t coast or pedal backwards like a regular bike. Extreme cyclists prefer this because it improves their cadence. There is a convenient handbrake if you need to stop the flywheel quickly.

Like most spin bikes, this model does not include a monitor or any electronics. Also, the seat is not as comfortable as that of traditional upright exercise bikes. It’s narrow and relatively hard to stay on for long periods. You might want to upgrade to a slip-on gel bike seat if planing to use the bike for extended workouts.

Maximum user weight is 275 pounds. Includes transportation wheels for easy portability. Assembled dimensions: 48.5L X 20W X 46.5H inches.

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Indoor Cycling Spining Bike | BodyCraft Tour Trainer with Adjustable Suspension

Steve — Fri, 07 May 2010 01:09:47 +0000

The BodyCraft Tour Trainer provides a remarkably realistic indoor cycling experience. The adjustable suspension system responds to riding motions with a side-to-side pivot that lets you lean into turns and grind up hills just like on a road bike.

The 46-pound precision flywheel can spin three times faster than traditional direct-drive cycles and uses German-made SKF sealed bearings for a smooth ride.

With many quality components, assembly is relatively complex and time consuming. The assembled bike measures 30″ X 47″ X 50″ with a 300 pound weight capacity on a stable, heavy-duty steel frame.

Premium features include real bicycle handlebars, a brake lever, a high quality Velo saddle, aluminum alloy pedals with toe straps, a stainless-steel seat post and handlebar stem with engraved scales, three-piece Cro-Moly cranks, carbon-steel axles — and of course, a water bottle holder.

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BodyCraft Tour Trainer Product Details

Realistic indoor spinning cycle
Adjustable suspension system that responds to user Side-to-side riding motions
46-pound precision freewheel with German-made SKF sealed bearings for smooth performance
Real bicycle handlebars and brake lever
Heavy-duty steel frame with stainless-steel seat post
High quality Velo saddle

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Keiser M3 Indoor Spinning Cycle | Quiet Stationary Exercise Bike with Computer

Steve — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:07:24 +0000

The Kaiser M3 Indoor Cycle is a fitness club quality spinning bike available for purchase by consumers. This model is used at LA Fitness, a nationwide network of premium sports clubs. It’s the highest quality spinning bike we’ve reviewed.

This is the third generation of the award-winning M3 model. This indoor cycle is extraordinarily quiet and smooth while producing the feeling of biking outdoors.

Unlike many spinning bikes the M3 includes a computer system that tracks essentials like time, distance, speed and heart rate.

Among the many premium features on the M3 are adjustable Shimano Combo Pedals, a 4-way adjustable seat, a smooth resistance shifter and an anti-slip belt with magnetic resistance.

The adjustable seat and handlebars allow for an infinite number of positions, as opposed to a spring-loaded pin design that locks into pre-drilled holes in the frame.

While the bike design is complex, assembly is easy and takes about 30-45 minutes.

The only drawback to this model is that it does not include a clutch that allows free-wheeling, but this will not be an issue for most users.

The M3 is expensive but makes a good investment for someone who is serious about indoor cycling.

Keiser M3 Indoor Cycle Product Details

Adjustable Shimano™ Combo Pedals
Dual Placement Comfort Handles
Four-Way Adjustable Seat Position (Up, Down, Forward, and Backward)
Adjustable Handlebar Height
Anti-Slip Belt (Requires No Adjustment)
Non Wear Magnetic Resistance
Infinite Resistance Adjustment
Smooth Resistance Shifter
Computer Console
Comfortable Saddle
Gravity Based Water Bottle Holder
Virtually Maintenance Free
Easy Transport
Whisper Quiet

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Stamina 9200 CPS Cycling Bike | Indoor Spinning Cycle with Authentic Outdoor Biking Features

Steve — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 22:20:57 +0000

The design and construction of the Stamina 9200 CPS Indoor Cycling Bike helps bring the visceral experience of cycling outdoors on a road bike into your living room or home gym.

This spinning bike runs smoothly and quietly on a weighted flywheel that gains speed in a manner that feels like an outdoor bike. The durable steel frame lets you stand up and pedal vigorously as if cycling uphill. The design incorporates more muscles throughout the body than traditional upright indoor bikes.

This bike does not include a monitor or computer programs to track speed, distance, calories burned etc.

At 29 pounds the flywheel is appropriate for casual home users but lighter than higher end models. Compare to the Fitness Master Indoor Spinning Cycle.

Easy tension adjustment lets you choose a from a spectrum of difficulty levels. The seat can also be adjusted both vertically and horizontally for a wide range of riding positions. The no-slip, vinyl covered handlebars are adjustable for freedom of movement.

The Stamina 9200 CPS includes a water bottle and holder as well as wheels for easier transportation. Maximum user weight is 300 pounds.

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Fitness Master Indoor Spinning Cycle | X Series Momentum Home Exercise Bike with Outdoor Cycling Feel

Steve — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 22:12:00 +0000

Unlike most home exercise bikes the Fitness Master X Series Momentum has no complicated electronics, does not require electricity and gets by without a computer console. This is a heavy, substantial spinning bike that simulates the riding effort of an outdoor road cycle. Learn more about spinning here.

The X series Momentum features a hefty 44 lb flywheel and a quiet, low maintenance belt drive. The ergonomic seat is anatomically engineered, adjustable both vertically and horizontally and includes a mid-section cut-away for easy mounting.

The spinning system incorporates clincher resistance and the flywheel can be halted using the quick stop knob.

The cycle pedals are high performance, weighted and include comfortable and secure foot straps. The pro style handle bar is also adjustable both horizontally and vertically.

With no electronics you won’t be concerned about the computer operations breaking down, not uncommon for exercise bike display panels, but you won’t be able to track time, speed, distance etc. A good heart rate monitor is recommended when using this type of bike.

While assembly is a relatively easy six step process the components are heavy; the assembled bike weights 125 pounds. The package includes all the required tools.

The bike comes with a Momentum water bottle and an outdoor bicycle style water bottle holder.

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Phoenix Spinning Exercise Bike | 98623 Revolution Cycle Pro II Affordable Road-Like Home Cycling

Steve — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:15:00 +0000

The Revolution Cycle Pro II from Phoenix blends a sleek and modern design with sturdy construction and state of the art features for a superior home cycling experience.

So why is such a well-built bike available at a low-mid level price range? Unlike most uprights and recumbents, this spinning bike has no computer console — which means no workout programs or progress tracking. If that’s a prerequisite, then there’s no need to read on.

The bike features a number of unique adjustment options to suit users of different fitness levels and body sizes. The flywheel tension is adjusted with a few turns of a knob to accommodate novice to intermediate riders. Among the most convenient elements is a two-way seat design that adjusts the saddle both vertically and horizontally, even during a workout. The handlebar positioning is also easily adjustable.

The direct drive resistance system allows the rider to pedal both forward and backward after slowing flywheel inertia with the quick-stop hand brake. The flywheel does not continue spinning when pedaling is paused. The brake can also be used in the event of an emergency.

The bike comes mostly assembled and can be completed and ready to ride in less than an hour. At 130 pounds it’s relatively heavy, adding stability but also making it more difficult to transport or store.

Forward leaning handlebars and racing foot pedals lend a road bike feel to the Revolution Cycle Pro II. It’s also outfitted with a heat treated axle and sturdy toe clips molded with the same alloy materials used in off-road racing.