Best Stationary Bike For Heavy Person (2023 Update)

This review will be broken down into two parts: Installation/Delivery & use of the product. Installation/Delivery: Firstly, I am so happy to currently be a member of the Total Tech Membership. As a result, I was able to get this bike for $500. That $500 included not only the bike, but also the delivery AND installation. I ordered the bike about a week ago and set up delivery/install for Friday 1.21.22. The two guys that came to complete the bike delivery and set up were AWESOME! I think we were their last delivery on Friday as they called and said they were driving back from Sheboygan then to Green Bay to pick up bike, then up to Door County. Even though I could tell they had a LONG day these two guys were EXCEPTIONAL. They came in brought the bike downstairs and happily went to work on putting it together. They got the whole thing together and rocking and rolling in about 40 minutes (totally worth me not doing it b/c I'm sure it would've taken me much longer). They gave me a tutorial on use and took everything away. Both of these guys deserve a TEN out of TEN for their efforts & hard work (even on a late Friday night). Thanks MUCH to them Use of Product: my wife did a ride yesterday on the bike and I used it this morning before work. The product is SUPER easy to use and it is VERY VERY QUIET (you can hardly hear it running). I love that they have user profiles that keep track of your workouts and overall distances that you bike (it allows 4 profiles). This bike has a great display for your workouts and it has plenty of choices for programs. It also has a fan and though I haven't used it yet it has a USB port and speakers for listening to what you'd like (I am an ear buds kind of guy). When using the bike it is VERY comfortable (I'm 5'10') and the seat moves with ease. This was the perfect last piece of exercise equipment we needed for our basement gym and it provides a good workout without major stress on the body. I would HIGHLY recommend this product to anyone who is on the fence about buying it. The bike (as you can see in the pictures) does not take up that much room compared to other pieces of cardio equipment as well which is a bonus.Brewerfan3

Schwinn has pulled a complete bait and switch on these units that to me borders on criminal. There USED to be (and is advertised) a free app that you could download to interact with these units as well as keep track of your workouts. However, that has gone the way of the dodo bird – extinct! The old app is still referenced in the owners/installation menu. The app has been removed from all app stores – no matter the device. What Schwinn has done is convert to a Peleton type structure where the app is now a subscription based service. Total money grab. If the app worked like Peleton, I could almost get behind it – not even close. There are only 3 or 4 free "rides" you can do with the new app but none are interactive to where the resistance varies based on the terrain. The app does make the video come to a halt if you stop pedaling – that's it. No matter what speed you pedal, the video just trundles along at the same speed. I did a quick review of the paid "rides" and they all said "video only" so even the paid app does NOT provide any interactive workout other than the view going by at a constant speed – unless you stop. No resistance changes, no speed changes, just a slow ride through the scenery. Also, the Bluetooth….would you expect that to link to your device and let you play music? NOPE!!! The only thing the Bluetooth will link to is the new app. I was told by Schwinn support that it would link to other apps but I tried 3 of what they recommended and no Bluetooth link unless on their app. Worthless. So, there is also a little fan on the console that has a vent similar to an A/C vent in a car. Great idea…..poor execution. The fan is mounted inside the plastic enclosure in such a way that when the air exits the front of the vent, it's blowing at a 45 degree angle and it shoots off to the left, doing a nice job of cooling your left forearm but not a whisp of air on your face. The seating position on this is also uncomfortable. The seat moves up and down at a steep angle – so much so that the instructions say to get out of the seat before adjusting. That is ridiculous. If they were being honest, they would say, "Our design is poor and you can't actually adjust the seat while seated". If you do decide to adjust the seat while actually seated (so you can tell where you need to set it – duh), you better have at least one foot FIRMLY on the pedal, ready to support most of your body weight. Otherwise, the seat will SLAM to the bottom and jam your back – yes, I did it! This is not like any recumbent bike Ive ever been on – the ergonomics just are NOT good. The angle is just not right. Other than that, It's a great machine!SamsungNanoQLED

Excellent exercise bike at an excellent price. Free delivery was included and much appreciated that they moved the heavy box into the back room for me. Setup took about 90 minutes with assistance from a step-by-step YouTube video that made identifying parts and order a breeze (SEARCH: "Complete! Assemble Schwinn 270 Recumbent Exercise Bike") The bike is very comfortable and includes a console with lots of information and ability to setup custom programs. It's really not too bulky either and fits well along the wall of our room, so its pretty much out of the way. It has wheels in the front and a handle in the back to enable you to easily lift and move the bike. There is also a media shelf underneath the main display to hold your phone or tablet, and also a USB port to keep your device charged during your work out. The only negative thing you might have is that the Bluetooth capability is limited to using their app for downloading information about your session. You can't stream any music to its internal speakers at all. You will need to use the supplied 3.5mm input port and cable to attach to an MP3 player or phone that has a similar jack to play any music from the speakers. But you can just use your own phone or tablet along with wireless earbuds or headphones for better sound. The bike itself is very quiet when pedaling, which is nice. It has 25 levels of resistance which is plenty, and includes a heart rate monitor via the handles mounted on either side of the seat. A little nice addition is the cup holder/storage for your water bottle and/or remote control. Compare all this to the very similar (and more expensive) Nautilus R618 Recumbent bike that has almost identical features and made by the same company.BobG

It has been almost 5 months, 1.4 million meters/860 miles, over 50 hours of ride time and I couldn’t be happier with my BikeErg! I have been tweaking the fit and also made a couple of changes since my first review. The first is replacing the saddle with a Selle Italia Turbo saddle, which you can see in one of the attached pictures. While the padding on the original saddle is very comfy, I opted to go with a different one for two reasons. One, the original saddle felt a bit bouncy to me and two, I wanted a saddle with an upsweep on the tail, which the original one doesn’t have. While changing the saddle I also realized that I needed to make a correction to my original review. The black cap at the top of the seatpost where the saddle sits does allow you to adjust the tilt angle, which I didn’t think was possible before. Ridges inside that piece allow you to set the step angle for the front and rear of the cap independently to change the tilt of the saddle. There is actually a video on the Concept 2 YouTube channel titled Concept2 BikeErg Tips: Saddle Adjustment, which explains this. I have also been using ErgData for the last couple of months to immediately upload ride results. I had an old iPhone 6 sitting in a drawer, which is now dedicated full time for this purpose as you can see in one of the attached pictures. The other benefit of this, which I absolutely love, is that the Concept 2 data can be linked to the Garmin Connect app for my watch and as soon as that upload from ErgData is finished it shows up on the app with a really nice graphical analysis of your ride. I’ve also attached a couple of screenshots of the Web page and phone app showing the results of my sprint workout today. If you are considering one of these I would highly recommend it. RodRodQ_2

Owned this for over a year. Beats the c___ out of every other stationary bike out there. Less than half the cost of a Peleton, better than a WattBike and just as useful with a couple of minor upgrades. My Div1, top 10 rowing program daughter convinced us to get this. I had rowed D1 at college when Concept 2 released the Model B rowing machine – the first real, ball busting, lung burning, muscle cramping off-season workout device. The rowing machines are built like a tank, you can see people today trying to sell Model B’s on Craigslist for more than they retailed for 30 years ago! Have owned a Model C rower for 15 years with millions of meters on it replacing only the read out device. Everything Concept 2 makes is completely over-engineered and designed to take Olympic-level stress for decades. Turns out the bike erg is no exception. It’s not the same as a spin bike, and certainly not an assault bike. Whatever they did with the belt mechanism for the flywheel it seems to put greater load on your thighs and just slow burns them throughout a workout turning them to jelly. My daughter has top of the line WattBikes at her boathouse, but the BikeErg is the go-to bike. Her coaches have seen more benefit using BikeErg sessions (intervals,sprints, long pieces etc) than other bikes. And they’ve compared a bunch. The BikeErg is a belt driven, flywheel bike. Resistance is varied by changing airflow into the flywheel manually. Same principle Concept 2 has used on the Rowing and Ski Erg machines since 1990. This creates a resistance pattern that works your legs throughout the down push when cycling. From the top to the bottom of the pedal turn. That’s what creates the unique burn. It’s as though you are constantly working up a very slight incline. The other unique part of any Concept 2 device is the Performance Monitor (PM5). It was the first accurate, reliable power meter commercially produced. Back in 1990 it was a quite revolution. It took the rowing community a decade to figure out how it could be used to enhance training. I’ve seen people complain the design looks outdated, why can’t it be a touch screen, it can’t show this or that etc. Bottom line is that it’s a way more open system than any other product out there. You can download a system update to set your workouts in calories, distance or time for all the CrossFitters. It syncs reliably to heart rate monitors (polar, whoop, Garmin etc), it can hook up to multiple different apps including ErgData from Concept 2 that can display and store a wide variety of power parameters. You can upload workouts to TrainingPeaks with ease if that’s your thing. To get the most out of it as a Peloton beater there are couple of easy upgrades you need – pedal clips $15. You can replace the pedals and seat if you want. I like to wear sneakers when I ride. – Idevice holder. Motivation helps with Zwift, a monthly Peloton subscription, or movies for long rides. We experimented with a bunch of options before combining a $15 SmallRig padded clamp with an easily adjustable rock-solid iPad holder $20 – Water bottle holder Clamp $10 You could go cheaper, but it won’t be as solid. I’m 6’5” 250, my daughter is 6’1” 170, my son is a 6’8” 290 footballer player. The BikeErg is adjustable for all of us and solid enough to handle my son doing sprint workouts (he’s broken seats and pedals on cheaper bikes in his high school weight room). What it can’t do. The quibble you will hear (not mine since I know what the machine is designed for) is that it can be awkward to adjust the resistance during a workout. That’s not really how Concept 2 machines are designed to work. The vast majority of people should set the fan so they can work comfortably at 60-80 rpm for 30 min. Normally about 3-4. Increased effort happens through increasing your cadence. It’s not really designed to easily mimic a bike going uphill. You can’t go wrong buying this BikeErg. If it’s not for you it will sell on Craigslist in 5 min for close to retail price.DrAmBer

I meets my needs. It's cheaper than taking diabetic medication every month. The cost was less than one month of Trulicity with insurance, therefore I chose the bike to control my blood sugar. I like the back support and helps me maintain proper posture.C Roberts

It does not cost much, but works perfectly. what it lacks to it competitors that cost 2x-10x as much is mostly bells, whistles and gimmicks. I took about an hour to put together (it came with a couple of throw away tools) Runs smoothly and quietly, There is a LED display that shows distance, speed, calories. The tensioner is a twist knob, the amount tension is from 0 to 8 and 8 is still quite low in resistance. my only real knock on this bike.Merlin

I've waited a long time to find a stationary exercise bike at a price I was willing to pay. This model perfectly fits the bill at a spectacular price. Not too difficult to assemble, though it does take some patience! I've been using it daily and it is both comfortable and has a lot of the "bells and whistles" much more expensive models have. I am completely satisfied with the product at the moment and expect to get lots of use out of it.John

The bike is ok, assembly is straightforward enough. Got it for my parents since they’re aging and I wanted something safe and sturdy long term. Really wish I hadn’t bought it hastily from Dick’s. The manufacturer has it for like half the price. So much cheaper elsewhere.AgingInPlace

I use every day. Never had bike before. . Seat is soooo comfortable. Has many recording features. Easy to assemble and sturdy.CAneatnik

Assembly is a pain, manual could be designed and detailed better. Seat and backboard need is not spaced accurately and I have to basically lay on the bike so my butt is not hanging from the seat in the back.Varun

This review will be broken down into two parts: Installation/Delivery & use of the product. Installation/Delivery: Firstly, I am so happy to currently be a member of the Total Tech Membership. As a result, I was able to get this bike for $500. That $500 included not only the bike, but also the delivery AND installation. I ordered the bike about a week ago and set up delivery/install for Friday 1.21.22. The two guys that came to complete the bike delivery and set up were AWESOME! I think we were their last delivery on Friday as they called and said they were driving back from Sheboygan then to Green Bay to pick up bike, then up to Door County. Even though I could tell they had a LONG day these two guys were EXCEPTIONAL. They came in brought the bike downstairs and happily went to work on putting it together. They got the whole thing together and rocking and rolling in about 40 minutes (totally worth me not doing it b/c I'm sure it would've taken me much longer). They gave me a tutorial on use and took everything away. Both of these guys deserve a TEN out of TEN for their efforts & hard work (even on a late Friday night). Thanks MUCH to them Use of Product: my wife did a ride yesterday on the bike and I used it this morning before work. The product is SUPER easy to use and it is VERY VERY QUIET (you can hardly hear it running). I love that they have user profiles that keep track of your workouts and overall distances that you bike (it allows 4 profiles). This bike has a great display for your workouts and it has plenty of choices for programs. It also has a fan and though I haven't used it yet it has a USB port and speakers for listening to what you'd like (I am an ear buds kind of guy). When using the bike it is VERY comfortable (I'm 5'10') and the seat moves with ease. This was the perfect last piece of exercise equipment we needed for our basement gym and it provides a good workout without major stress on the body. I would HIGHLY recommend this product to anyone who is on the fence about buying it. The bike (as you can see in the pictures) does not take up that much room compared to other pieces of cardio equipment as well which is a bonus.Brewerfan3

Schwinn has pulled a complete bait and switch on these units that to me borders on criminal. There USED to be (and is advertised) a free app that you could download to interact with these units as well as keep track of your workouts. However, that has gone the way of the dodo bird – extinct! The old app is still referenced in the owners/installation menu. The app has been removed from all app stores – no matter the device. What Schwinn has done is convert to a Peleton type structure where the app is now a subscription based service. Total money grab. If the app worked like Peleton, I could almost get behind it – not even close. There are only 3 or 4 free "rides" you can do with the new app but none are interactive to where the resistance varies based on the terrain. The app does make the video come to a halt if you stop pedaling – that's it. No matter what speed you pedal, the video just trundles along at the same speed. I did a quick review of the paid "rides" and they all said "video only" so even the paid app does NOT provide any interactive workout other than the view going by at a constant speed – unless you stop. No resistance changes, no speed changes, just a slow ride through the scenery. Also, the Bluetooth….would you expect that to link to your device and let you play music? NOPE!!! The only thing the Bluetooth will link to is the new app. I was told by Schwinn support that it would link to other apps but I tried 3 of what they recommended and no Bluetooth link unless on their app. Worthless. So, there is also a little fan on the console that has a vent similar to an A/C vent in a car. Great idea…..poor execution. The fan is mounted inside the plastic enclosure in such a way that when the air exits the front of the vent, it's blowing at a 45 degree angle and it shoots off to the left, doing a nice job of cooling your left forearm but not a whisp of air on your face. The seating position on this is also uncomfortable. The seat moves up and down at a steep angle – so much so that the instructions say to get out of the seat before adjusting. That is ridiculous. If they were being honest, they would say, "Our design is poor and you can't actually adjust the seat while seated". If you do decide to adjust the seat while actually seated (so you can tell where you need to set it – duh), you better have at least one foot FIRMLY on the pedal, ready to support most of your body weight. Otherwise, the seat will SLAM to the bottom and jam your back – yes, I did it! This is not like any recumbent bike Ive ever been on – the ergonomics just are NOT good. The angle is just not right. Other than that, It's a great machine!SamsungNanoQLED

Excellent exercise bike at an excellent price. Free delivery was included and much appreciated that they moved the heavy box into the back room for me. Setup took about 90 minutes with assistance from a step-by-step YouTube video that made identifying parts and order a breeze (SEARCH: "Complete! Assemble Schwinn 270 Recumbent Exercise Bike") The bike is very comfortable and includes a console with lots of information and ability to setup custom programs. It's really not too bulky either and fits well along the wall of our room, so its pretty much out of the way. It has wheels in the front and a handle in the back to enable you to easily lift and move the bike. There is also a media shelf underneath the main display to hold your phone or tablet, and also a USB port to keep your device charged during your work out. The only negative thing you might have is that the Bluetooth capability is limited to using their app for downloading information about your session. You can't stream any music to its internal speakers at all. You will need to use the supplied 3.5mm input port and cable to attach to an MP3 player or phone that has a similar jack to play any music from the speakers. But you can just use your own phone or tablet along with wireless earbuds or headphones for better sound. The bike itself is very quiet when pedaling, which is nice. It has 25 levels of resistance which is plenty, and includes a heart rate monitor via the handles mounted on either side of the seat. A little nice addition is the cup holder/storage for your water bottle and/or remote control. Compare all this to the very similar (and more expensive) Nautilus R618 Recumbent bike that has almost identical features and made by the same company.BobG

I usually don't bother with reviews but wanted to do one here since there's so little info to be found on the C7 (loads on the C6 though!). I bought this bike to use as a peleton alternative with the peleton app. The bike is a great bike. I've ridden outdoor bikes a lot (road and mountain) but never really went to the indoor bikes until this. I have been pleasantly surprised. The seat is actually very comfortable, especially with bike shorts. If you're not used to sitting on a bike seat then of course it'll feel weird, but you let butt gets used to it. This thing is super quiet and easy to use, easy to adjust resistance, easy to connect Bluetooth. It's a little difficult at first rising with the peleton app because of trying to figure out resistance levels. Even the 'conversion charts' online don't feel like they're accurate. My only real complaints about it is the water bottle holder should be set further back to avoid hitting your knees on it (there's lots of complaints about this with the c6, which is basically the same bike without the console). The screen is quite small to use as your entertainment or spin class but it's perfect for using as manual mode for the metrics during a peleton class (which I watch on my tv).KC

I had gotten really into spin workouts at my local gym, but found it difficult to get there sometimes day to day. So, I started researching spin bikes that could work in my home. I was on a budget so was definitely trying to keep my purchase below $600. After a lot of research, including trying some bikes in shops, I landed on this one and I am very pleased so far. It's super easy to set up, is very quiet and sturdy, and has met all of my expectations and needs. I love that even if I only have about 30 minutes, I can hop on the bike, get in a good workout and go about my day. Before that would have been at least an hour between getting to the gym, changing, and my commute home, which means I worked out much less than I do now. I've only had the bike for a month, but so far, I really love it!Shannon

I only bought this bike last week, but I love it so far! I researched for months on different sites and different products. I was hoping for the iC4, but it's out of stock everywhere. This one was in stock and available to pickup. All the issues I've read about seem to be related to mishandling during shipping. I followed all assembly instructions, especially pedal installation, making sure they were threaded on straight and then tightened with the wrench. The bike is super quiet. I've preemptively bought some silicone lubricant for the wheel and brake pad after reading about noise. I watched some videos on maintenance and it's super easy to care for. I think a lot of issues come up because people think you don't have to take care of expensive equipment. The seat is a traditional racing seat, so it's uncomfortable if you have a big butt like me, but I bought a padded cover and it makes it more bearable. I'm 5'9" and heavy and the bike is big and sturdy enough. I'm not sure how accurate the display numbers are, but I'm also not such a serious rider that I need the most accurate stats; I just want a good cardio workout and hopefully drop some pounds. The only regret I have is that I didn't buy this sooner!amber74

I bought this bike ~9 months ago, to replace a cheap one that, while it looked like this Schwinn on the outside, had a resistance mechanism that just didn't work. What a relief it was to get on this IC3! I've been riding ~6X a week & it's still working well. My favorite feature (besides the fact that the resistor/brake function works) is the horizontal adjustment feature for the handlebars. If I can't adjust the handlebars both vertically & horizontally, my hands fall asleep while riding. No worries for that issue with this bike. As several reviewers have noted, the "computer" is pretty awful. The timer works (mine loses about a tenth of a second per minute, but that's not a big deal) and the rpm meter, when you can see it (seems like it's always on mph when I glance down) is accurate. The calorie count is a flat 13 calories per minute, no matter how fast or slowly you go, so that's not even vaguely right. The unit rarely picks up my pulse transmitter, but when it does it's laughably inaccurate, to the tune of 50bpm high or low. I don't know if the distance is accurate, because I totally don't care about that. It should be, but given that this unit was clearly programmed by people who don't bike, I wouldn't bet on it. On the other hand – see those down-facing brackets at the top? If the top one disappears, you're going under 60bpm. That could mean that you have so much resistance on that you're going to blow out your knees, so that's a handy signal to have. Despite my grumping about the monitor, this is a really great bike. All most of us need from a monitor is to know how long we've been pedaling & enough bpm info to make sure we're in a knee-safe range. And this monitor does that just fine. The bike is outstanding – sturdy & responsive. And both the seat and the handlebars are adjustable in two dimensions, hooray!MegM01

I am so so happy with this bike. I am 75 and put the bike together by myself in about an hour. Directions are really clear; take your time and enjoy the process of putting it together. Bike is so quiet and very smooth ride. Love the scanner that includes heart rate, miles, calories, time peddling. The bike is really sturdy and fits in an 18 inch square space when closed. Very easy to close and open. Yes, pull the pin to open and close the bike……there are two holes that line up for open and close position. The seat is also really comfortable. If you are trying to decide whether to buy or not, I recommend you buy it. It is really worth every penny and your body will thank you for helping it stay healthy.woffette

In response to P65 for consumers . . .it's a warning label such as don't use a curling iron while in the tub, or consume paint chips. "Should I worry about Prop 65? Probably not. The Prop 65 label is like a noisy alarm that rings equally loudly about smaller amounts of low-risk substances and huge amounts of potentially harmful chemicals. The labels don't say how much of the chemical is present, or how much it would really take to make a person sick." And one key word is "might"! Most items should probably have this label on it! All the toxins we purchase is outrageous-but unless you are licking, consuming, or eating the paint chips, etc. the worries should be labeled but it's safe to use. Thanks to the customer that pointed this issue out!Kat Girl 2

Purchased the bike on 1/18/21 so just had t for 1 month and today (2/24/21), while using it, the belt from the crank to the flywheel popped off the crank. I had to take ~10 screws to remove the belt cover and realign. I notice the crank pull is a bad design and done not allow the belt to self align or force the belt in the grooves. All this could of been prevented only if the designers would of added a higher wall on the pulley to keep the belt in place. Other than this, the bike was great.trung

An okay machine for the price, but the company really should move manufacture to India for better quality if it's going to stay offshore. Assembly hardware is so-so. The digital display needs a backlight, hard to make anything out. The provided tools are cumbersome to work with, ended up using my own. Comes with cheap Chinese batteries for the display, toss them and put in some high quality AAAs. Seat is hard on my wife and daughter's, um, area. An ordinary bike, nothing special.Richard D.

Amazing experience with this purchase and Sunny Health Fitness. We knew our options for exercising would be limited as COVID-19 began to spread. We are both disabled and being able to exercise is vital to both our mental and physical health. We have a small living space and did not think we could squeeze a treadmill into it; and the cost was quite prohibitive. We decided to search for a stationary bike instead and found this online with Sunny – so we decided to go for it. I was concerned that it might take weeks, maybe even months, before our purchase would arrive. We understood that might happen with the nationwide shutdowns due to the virus. We were completely blown away by the excellent communication from Sunny's skeleton crew. The bike was delivered safely in a very short period of time (thx to the delivery co. as well). It was easy to put together, no missing parts, all drilled holes lined up. I had been dubious about the pink color. While I do like pink – I am sharing this with a male and it is now in our living room – I thought it might look cheesy, too girly / childish or gaudy in our space. It is actually very cute and attractive! We love it! It is not cheap (I expected it might be due to the great price). It is very well made. Works great. We are using it every day. I love to sit on it and watch the news. The seat is quite good. The tension is easy to adjust. I was surprised by what a great workout this can help one achieve. It is not completely silent, but the noise is not loud or annoying at all. We are very, very pleased with our purchase and want to thank the Sunny employees who worked so hard at communicating and getting our purchase to us safely and quickly in such extraordinary times. Big shout out to to all of you! This purchase has definitely helped add to our quality of life as we adjust to life in the time of COVID-19. Thank you!Colleen A.

Love the bike. Easy to put together, comfortable seat! Hate, absolutely hate the resistance pads! They do not wear evenly, make lots of noise and leaves marks all over the wheel. I have had to replace it each month! I wrote to Yosuda, who passed me off to another company that sent me another pad, but did not address any of the other issues I mentioned. If I wanted a bike with a monthly fee, I would have purchased one.KT

After I received my stationary bike, I’m very happy that I made the right decision on it. I work at a restaurant and get off really late, that’s why I don’t have that much time to go gym to work out. This bike it’s really convenient to move around with its wheels. The another good thing for it is that it doesn’t make noise when I use it. So I can do exercise whenever I like to. There is a spot I can hold my phone while exercising. The seat is adjustable and comfortable. I put it together by myself in about half hour. It was easy to assemble and I like everything about it. It feels very solid when riding it, by all four members of our family, weighing from 90 to 200 pounds. We feel that it’s a great value for the price.Katherine

I absolutely LOVE this bike and the community that rides it. I bought my bike (Costco 4S) in February 2021 and today, (11/15/2022) I completed my 1000th workout. I have over 800 rides and almost 200 Fitpass classes completed. The variety of classes makes it possible for me to ride either a live or on-demand ride every day, whether I feel like riding 75 minutes or want to take it easy with a 20 minute low impact ride. The instructors are exceptional. While I have never met any of them personally, they project warmth and compassion, and make me, the rider feel like I am important to them. The feeling I get from them is that this is more than just a job, it is really their passion and they care about us, their riders. The variety of Facebook groups specific to Echelon are numerous and there is something for everyone. When I had an issue with the attached tablet not allowing me to log in, I sent a Facebook message to Echelon and within 5 minutes I had a message back with instructions how to reset the tablet. The service is exceptional. I can’t say enough good things about the Echelon bike and Fitpass classes.Gail Erlitz

Ok people this is not a shirt you can stuff back in the bag and return to QVC. The thing took my husband 2 hours to put together and it weighs a ton. So here are the details to assist. Full disclosure I'm a 5'4 fat lady (working on changing the fat part, hence the bike.) So I had been using the x-bike and wanted to level up for a sturdy bike that I could do standing cycle jogging out of the saddle. I'd been using the fancy bike app with my x-bike so and didn't want to spend the extra on a bike with the attached monitor. Like I need another screen in my house??? I like using the bike with my Ipad so I can take any class, you tube, peloton app or just netflix and spin so this seemed to be the ticket. Ok so here's the downfalls: 1- THE SEAT IS A TORTURE DEVICE- this was just not doable for me or my 14 year old son who validated my concern. So no problem, did some research and ordered a new bike seat on amazon, spent an hour or so learning how to change on youtube now comfy seat- check. 2- Configuration IS A SQUEEZE- ok so if you move the HANDLEBARS up they also move outwards from the body, assuming that all riders are super tall that want high handles, they say to raise them high if you are pregnant have back pain or are a beginner, so you better be tall too. Of course, you can move the seat forward to match but then wait my knees are in a funny position, and oh how do I get off this thing? The brake is right on my who-ha while I try to shimee out of this thing. So now I just find myself riding too far up and back to avoid knee pain or who-ha dismount, so feel like I'm bracing for dear life to get to those handle bars way forward. 3. The setting to move up the seat are not very clear and make it difficult to find the right spot again if someone else uses the bike. Wind-up! So with all this you wonder why I still have it. Well, it's a nice bike, I spent about $1000 bucks time and energy getting it set up, and I'm assuming that as I get thin these issues will subside. So my overall review is short fat ladies try before you buy, because no way in heck your getting this thing in a box again.MsMyka

After getting the bike assembled, which was not as easy as other reviews state, there was a grinding noise. We took the bike completely apart and found the belt was not on correctly. It took FOREVER to get it back on. After fixing that there was an issue with the tension cable. After working on this bike for a while it is finally usable. The price is fair, but its not worth much money in my opinion. Spend a little more on a better bike. The overall look of it is good but it doesn't function properly.Brittnee

This exercise bicycle is easy to use. I had a sore knee for weeks. I noticed soreness was less after first use. I have used the bike for 2 weeks and knee pain is gone. I was away for a week and mo issues with knee. I start using it again today. This bike displays distance and calories burned. The seat and back cushion are comfortable. This is the best exercise bike I have used. I highly recommend to damily and friends.Sylvia

I bought this bike several years ago, and have been very pleased with it. I am 97 years old, stagger around with a cane, and have very little strength. This bike is good for me. It's very easy to get on and off – the seat is chair height, with a back and arms making it secure to ride. Other configurations like upright bikes and rowing machines are difficult, and those requiring you to stand are impossible for me to use without falling. I ride this bike for 30 minutes a day at a resistance setting of 5 within the range of 1 – 8, about what I remember the resistance of peddling a real bike at about 10 -15 mph to be. The bike has a very good price; it has the essentials and no more. Other than occasionally tightening a few screws, I've had no maintenance problems. I have two criticisms: (1.) The adjustment for riders of different heights is cumbersome, and (2.) The little computer displays operating time, speed, distance, calories , and something I don't understand. It is difficult to zero the display at the start of a run; I just keep punching until it eventually does, and the calorie count never zeros, but who believes it anyway. The same is a problem with the scan function – just keep punching and eventually it starts working. For someone like me who needs aerobic exercise, but is too old and feeble to go running in the park, this is a great machine.William

Cons: -Can’t adjust handlebars front to back. -Dumbell holder is piece of plastic crap -Adroid Tablet is lagging when watching 360p 20fps video… -Expensive, Overpriced for product you get -iFIT is joke. You get bike for 1400$ and you have to be paying monthly to get 360p lagging videos with someone talking to you whole ride. -I got 1year gift card for iFIT and iFIT told me its no longer available so they gave me 1month free -There is no ON/OFF switch. You have to unplug it from wall each time -FAN on lowest setting is blowing really hard. Like you riding in storm. And its loud, not suprised when its blowing like plane. I am worried to use max Fan settings. I may fly across the room Pros – It’s BlackPeter

I have used my NordicTrack S22i Studio Cycle for over a week now, and I am very pleased with it's functionality and the iFIT app. I assembled the bike myself, which took me about an hour, and found the instructions to be thorough and easy to follow. I did run into some initial software issues, and ultimately had to call NordicTrack customer support. The person who helped me was very knowledgeable, and he insisted on remaining on the phone call with me until all of the updates were installed and the bike and software were functioning correctly. Before deciding which brand (NordicTrack vs. Pelaton), and which model I wanted, I scoured through many reviews to come to my decision. I came to the conclusion that, due to the amount of technology associated with these bikes, things can go wrong with any brand and any model. Knowing this, I also knew that I wanted an extended warranty from a reputable company who would back the warranty. Once I had determined specifically which bike I wanted, I shopped it between NordicTrack direct, Best Buy and RC Willey. All of them offered it for the same price, so then I narrowed it down to the warranty. I read reviews on the warranty provided through NordicTrack, and quickly removed them from my list. I don't have any prior experience with Best Buy's Geek Squad, but I have had a very positive experience with RC Willey's extended warranty with a $3,000 refrigerator I purchased through them. Price wise on the 5-year extended warranties, RC Willey is considerably less expensive than the other two and, if you don't use the warranty, they will give you 50% of the price of the warranty back – if you request it just prior to the warranty expiring. BONUS! On top of all of this, NordicTrack and Best Buy were both 2+ weeks to actually receive the bike after purchasing it. With RC Willey, I was able to pick it up the day after purchasing it. Done deal! I got it, I ride it, and I love it!!Rob B

I bought this bike to advance my fitness journey. I spent 2.5 hours putting it together. The first bike’s screen was defective and would only stay on 2 minutes max. After troubleshooting with technicians, i was going to need to replace parts. Thats a big no from me… its a new bike. I then requested a replacement bike. Spent about the same amount of time, but was able to sign up for ifit and begin the first wokrout. As soon as it increased resistance the magnetic resistance system would rub against the wheel and spark. I troubleshooted this one as well and found that either magnetic resistance system or some bolts were defective. I am returning the second bike and requesting a refund immediately.Cburge

I was SO excited to get this bike. I researched. Well, what I receieved for my whopping $209.00 was a cheap adapter. For what? I dont know. There is nothing on the adapter to even say what it is for. What I do know? A bike that should hold a 380lb person didn't fit in my mailbox. I reached out. No response. I applied for a refund online and have to send "it" back. Well, I hope they're just as surprised as I am when they open it up and see that small adapter.Carrie

Save your money , poor quality so use the money to buy a better bike to start with . Thin metal , poor seat that won't tighten down ( spins ) and digital counter is a joke . Loses connection and starts all over again and again and again even when you touch or let off handle bars . Please , next time I'll spend up . yeah , you get what you pay for and this time its crap and it still cost . Do yourself a favor and go check the Garage Sales , if the peddles hold up !Christopher

This review will be broken down into two parts: Installation/Delivery & use of the product. Installation/Delivery: Firstly, I am so happy to currently be a member of the Total Tech Membership. As a result, I was able to get this bike for $500. That $500 included not only the bike, but also the delivery AND installation. I ordered the bike about a week ago and set up delivery/install for Friday 1.21.22. The two guys that came to complete the bike delivery and set up were AWESOME! I think we were their last delivery on Friday as they called and said they were driving back from Sheboygan then to Green Bay to pick up bike, then up to Door County. Even though I could tell they had a LONG day these two guys were EXCEPTIONAL. They came in brought the bike downstairs and happily went to work on putting it together. They got the whole thing together and rocking and rolling in about 40 minutes (totally worth me not doing it b/c I'm sure it would've taken me much longer). They gave me a tutorial on use and took everything away. Both of these guys deserve a TEN out of TEN for their efforts & hard work (even on a late Friday night). Thanks MUCH to them Use of Product: my wife did a ride yesterday on the bike and I used it this morning before work. The product is SUPER easy to use and it is VERY VERY QUIET (you can hardly hear it running). I love that they have user profiles that keep track of your workouts and overall distances that you bike (it allows 4 profiles). This bike has a great display for your workouts and it has plenty of choices for programs. It also has a fan and though I haven't used it yet it has a USB port and speakers for listening to what you'd like (I am an ear buds kind of guy). When using the bike it is VERY comfortable (I'm 5'10') and the seat moves with ease. This was the perfect last piece of exercise equipment we needed for our basement gym and it provides a good workout without major stress on the body. I would HIGHLY recommend this product to anyone who is on the fence about buying it. The bike (as you can see in the pictures) does not take up that much room compared to other pieces of cardio equipment as well which is a bonus.Brewerfan3

Schwinn has pulled a complete bait and switch on these units that to me borders on criminal. There USED to be (and is advertised) a free app that you could download to interact with these units as well as keep track of your workouts. However, that has gone the way of the dodo bird – extinct! The old app is still referenced in the owners/installation menu. The app has been removed from all app stores – no matter the device. What Schwinn has done is convert to a Peleton type structure where the app is now a subscription based service. Total money grab. If the app worked like Peleton, I could almost get behind it – not even close. There are only 3 or 4 free "rides" you can do with the new app but none are interactive to where the resistance varies based on the terrain. The app does make the video come to a halt if you stop pedaling – that's it. No matter what speed you pedal, the video just trundles along at the same speed. I did a quick review of the paid "rides" and they all said "video only" so even the paid app does NOT provide any interactive workout other than the view going by at a constant speed – unless you stop. No resistance changes, no speed changes, just a slow ride through the scenery. Also, the Bluetooth….would you expect that to link to your device and let you play music? NOPE!!! The only thing the Bluetooth will link to is the new app. I was told by Schwinn support that it would link to other apps but I tried 3 of what they recommended and no Bluetooth link unless on their app. Worthless. So, there is also a little fan on the console that has a vent similar to an A/C vent in a car. Great idea…..poor execution. The fan is mounted inside the plastic enclosure in such a way that when the air exits the front of the vent, it's blowing at a 45 degree angle and it shoots off to the left, doing a nice job of cooling your left forearm but not a whisp of air on your face. The seating position on this is also uncomfortable. The seat moves up and down at a steep angle – so much so that the instructions say to get out of the seat before adjusting. That is ridiculous. If they were being honest, they would say, "Our design is poor and you can't actually adjust the seat while seated". If you do decide to adjust the seat while actually seated (so you can tell where you need to set it – duh), you better have at least one foot FIRMLY on the pedal, ready to support most of your body weight. Otherwise, the seat will SLAM to the bottom and jam your back – yes, I did it! This is not like any recumbent bike Ive ever been on – the ergonomics just are NOT good. The angle is just not right. Other than that, It's a great machine!SamsungNanoQLED

Excellent exercise bike at an excellent price. Free delivery was included and much appreciated that they moved the heavy box into the back room for me. Setup took about 90 minutes with assistance from a step-by-step YouTube video that made identifying parts and order a breeze (SEARCH: "Complete! Assemble Schwinn 270 Recumbent Exercise Bike") The bike is very comfortable and includes a console with lots of information and ability to setup custom programs. It's really not too bulky either and fits well along the wall of our room, so its pretty much out of the way. It has wheels in the front and a handle in the back to enable you to easily lift and move the bike. There is also a media shelf underneath the main display to hold your phone or tablet, and also a USB port to keep your device charged during your work out. The only negative thing you might have is that the Bluetooth capability is limited to using their app for downloading information about your session. You can't stream any music to its internal speakers at all. You will need to use the supplied 3.5mm input port and cable to attach to an MP3 player or phone that has a similar jack to play any music from the speakers. But you can just use your own phone or tablet along with wireless earbuds or headphones for better sound. The bike itself is very quiet when pedaling, which is nice. It has 25 levels of resistance which is plenty, and includes a heart rate monitor via the handles mounted on either side of the seat. A little nice addition is the cup holder/storage for your water bottle and/or remote control. Compare all this to the very similar (and more expensive) Nautilus R618 Recumbent bike that has almost identical features and made by the same company.BobG

The business aspect was excellent. You immediately acknowledged the purchase and followed up with sent off and arrival messages. It showed up right at the doorstep. The problem is I am by myself , an 87 year old lady and the friend who will help me assembling it is sick right now. From what I see it looks very sturdy and will eventually help me with my cardio exercise in this age of Covit-19 and every gym facility closed .I think I bought a very good product! Ursula Robichaudursula r.

LEFT PEDAL = LEFT TURN TO ATTACH Seller answered my question promptly–the measurement is not metric–t is MPH and miles clocked. The left pedal threads are opposite (LEFT) to attach. DUH!! When I was 5 years old my Daddy taught me "Leftie Loosie–Rightie Tightie". That should have been in the instructions with a graphic. Not all of us 69YO Grannies are mechanics and engineers. Very important omissions in the manual. I almost decided to take the bike back for a refund. Otherwise I am very satisfied.KK

This my first time owning a stationary bicycle and I could not be more pleased with it. Assembling it was very easy, it comes with two tools, an open wrench and a hex key wrench, that's all you need. Super sturdy and very well made. The box that it came in, I was able to fit in the back seat of my Honda accord and I was able to carry it up to the the 3rd floor apt, via the stairs with no problem. It weighs approx 45-50 Lbs. but the straps (two) that hold the box together make great handles and it easy to carry it. So far I'm loving it. Oh one more thing, the picture doesn't show it but it comes with a back support pad plus rear handles and a pair of resistance bands with handles right below the handle bars. You can really get a good cardio workout. I would definitely recommend it to any one looking for an affordable and solid stationary bicycle.BobC

Just purchased this bike yesterday in part because with Covid supplies of everything are in short supply! Not sure what happened with the other onereview on this bike but ours runs very smoothly and very quietly, no squeaks of any kind. It appears the those with longer legs or very tall, may find this bike not long enough to peddle.The seat is firm, hoping with use it might soften up some. The seat back is 2.4 “ thick and from back of seat to peddle at highest point is 40”, lowest point 42”. So you can check if the bike is long enough for your legs. 2 bolts underneath the frame have to be removed to adjust the seat, unfortunately. This is a simple exerciser, has scan, timer, distance, and calorie counter speed. Will hold phone or small tablet, comes with water bottle holder and tension adjusts with a dial. Includes peddle straps. Simple but can get the job done. Very low in center to step over.Red Poppy

I'm 75 and purchased the Weslo Pursuit Recumbent Exercise Bike and put it together myself with only a bit of help from my grandson. However, I couldn't get the cup holder screws to tighten because the holes in the front post were too small as were the holes for the console digital tracker, so left holder off and console is wobbly but neither affect the exercise capability and I will go to hardware or Wal-Mart store and get smaller screws that fit holes. Also lost 2 larger bolts into the inside where flywheel is located and could not get them out by turning bike upside down. So going to have to go to Wal-Mart store and see if I can find compatible ones. Overall it was simple to put together and l liked that all screws and bolts as well as Allen wrenches were on separate piece of cardboard and were well marked and instruction manual was in English and easy to read. Bike rides really smooth and console is easy to set, even though undoing seat for adjustment is a pain but hoping only have to do that once. Pedaling is easy and resistance knob helps as does console that can be set for distance, timer, calories, etc. Takes up little space so that's a plus. Got it on sale at Walmart so was worth the price and delivery was fast. Would be nice if it had a place to set book or Tablet to read while pedaling as description said it had but I guess you can't have everything.Bonnie

I bought this bike today. Assembly was challenging because holes were not drilled right and had to be re-drilled to align parts. Once fully assembled the screen did not work at all. I was on hold with customer support for over 1 1/2 hours listening to the same repeating, annoying music on hold. There are 2 web addresses supplied with the unit for support but neither works. Now that it is fully assembled I regret buying it. It is flimsy and not worth the money.Desert Dave

I've had a couple of hours on the bike so far and performs beautifully. Very quiet and smooth. Handlebars are very comfortable – I know, strange to be pointing these things out but it's true. I've ridden a lot of spin cycles and this easily the most comfortable and smooth. Highly recommended!Scott R

Bought this bike to incorporate into my at home exercise. It was easy to assemble, and everything moves smoothly. The seat was mildly uncomfortable so I replaced it and added a gel cushion. I've had it for about 2 weeks now, and use it almost daily. I'm glad I made the purchase and would easily recommend this to friends and associates looking to amp up at home cardio.jenlovesgreen

Hey guys! So I have been using my exercise bike at least 4x a week since getting it and loving being able to still get an easy sweat session up in lockdown. Here are some of my pros/cons so far: Pro: 1. Quick delivery and build time 2. 8x gear options available 3. Gear is a toggle rather than twist 4. Solid distance & speed tracker Cons: 1. The gears are a but stiff (I'm standing at level 3/4 at 100kgs) 2. Handlebars can become a bit wobble over usage.Benjamin H.

The family has been using this bike for the last two years. It is a great starting point for someone that wants to improve their cardio health. We have had a couple of issues, had to purchase two sets of peddles to replace the ones that came with the bike. we also have broken the resistance knob assembly 4 times and have paid for replacements. (the screw that applies pressure to the resistance foot has stripped because it is made from cheap metal) We really beat this unit for all its worth. I being 6'1 220lbs finds the seat needs to come up a bit to get the full stroke from the peddles. The handle bars also need to come up another 2 inches for taller people. But for the money, this cant be beat for a starter bike.Dirk

Great for home use/getting back on track. The resistance is not as strong as the bigger more expensive machines, but you get what you pay for. It makes you sweat/burn calories!Bigrae1

I have been looking to purchase a Recumbent Bike that had good reviews from variously users. I had no idea there were so many different types available. The reviews on the Sunny SF-RB 4806 were very good so I went ahead and ordered one. They predicted a delivery date and it arrived on time. There is some assembly required. Their user manual is easy to use. I needed some assistance on an area I was having some trouble with so I called their support group. I was pleasantly surprised by the friendliness and how knowledgeable Ashley was. She knew exactly how to instruct me to fix my area. She even suggested sending me a short video on this. I followed her advise and my bike was ready to use. I was and am still impressed on the quality and the quietness of this bike. I would certainly advise a new Bike user to use their products. Thanks Ashleymary