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Expert reviews [23]
Total expert reviews: 23
- with a score: 12
- without a score: 11
| Highest score by Aim Workout | 98 |
| Average score based on 23 reviews | 89 |
| Lowest score by Fitness Fixed Gear | 80 |
Score distribution:
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| 60-80 | |
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84
A pleasant surprise, the Schwinn 270 is a $500 fitness machine that tends to provide good value. In contrast lots of low budget exercise bikes are more prone to breaking down within a year.
+ pros
- Low sale price
- Compact machine size
- Transport wheels
- Smooth pedaling
- Digitally controlled magnetic resistance
- 25 resistance levels
- Ventilated seat back
- Cushioned seat bottom
- Adjustable seat position
- Easy-to-use workout computer
- 29 preset workout programs and fitness tests
- Four user profiles
- Wireless heart rate receiver
- Bluetooth data export
- RideSocial compatibility
- Mobile device shelf and USB charging port
- MP3 player port and sound system
- Three-speed cooling fan
- Water bottle holder
- Accessory tray
- cons
- Short labor warranty
- Too small for riders approximately 6 feet and taller, and too large for those under 5’2”
- Control panel doesn’t have adjustable height, so you can’t watch a home TV with a straight-on view as you ride
- Calorie burn estimate seems inaccurate to many riders
- Grip pulse reader is unreliable; bike is best when paired with a wireless heart rate transmitter (sold separately)
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From Seller:
- Bundle includes Schwinn 170 Upright Exercise Bike and Schwinn Equipment Mat
- Bike offers 25 levels of resistance and 29 preset exercise programs; also features two LCD screens, charging USB port, speakers, adjustable three-speed fan, and media shelf
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From Seller:
- With enhanced Bluetooth connectivity, users can set, track and monitor progress with popular app-based tracking tools.
- Explore the world and discover 50plus global routes that auto-adjust in real time to your speed
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