How to Compare Schwinn Recumbent Bikes
Recumbent bikes are made for comfort and indoor exercise. Recumbent bikes by Schwinn have large seats that provide back support with a backrest. These are different from upright bikes that do not have backrests and spin bikes that are meant to mimic outdoor cycles. Schwinn bikes come with a different number of programs, warranties and options such as oversized pedals, a fan, and a water bottle. Compare models of recumbent bikes to select the one appropriate for you before purchase because returning an exercise bike is a bit more involved than returning an outdoor bicycle.
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Figure out your budget. Buying a new bike may be ideal, but it may not be practical considering what you have available to spend. Look on craigslist or search for used bikes online to compare prices (see the Resources section below for websites). A Schwinn 220 Recumbent Bike is around $349.00 and a Schwinn Active Series 20 Recumbent bike is around $249.00, but you may be able to get financing for both bikes through Schwinn for as little as $10 per month.
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Visit Schwinn's website to compare specifications and features. Select the Recumbent Bikes link. Check the boxes next to all of the bikes' pictures and hit the compare button to bring up side-by-side lists of features so you will have all the information you need to compare new models.
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Decide how much resistance you desire. Choose an inexpensive bike such as the Schwinn Active Series 20 Recumbent bike if you do not need a large amount of resistance, because it has eight resistance levels, which is only half of what other models possess.
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Compare the number of programs. Choose a bike with a high number of programs to offer a lot of variety if this bike will be your only form of cardio. Do not be concerned about programs if you wish the exercise bike for cross-training along with other activities.
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Consider what extra features may be important to you. Some models such as the Schwinn 231 Recumbent Exercise Bike and the Schwinn 240 Recumbent Bike have oversized pedals, which would be more comfortable if you have large feet. Choose a bike with a reading rack if you like to flip through a magazine while biking. Consider a model with a fan such as the Schwinn 231 Recumbent Exercise Bike if that is important to you, or purchase a battery-powered fan that you can clip onto your console.
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