Bonus: Dual-Action Exercise Bike
Est. Price: $500 | Buy it from Walmart
Pros:
- Fan allows for unlimited resistance.
- Exercises both upper and lower body at once, or separately.
- Pairs with Polar chest straps for heart-rate monitoring.
- Console displays stats such as time, distance, RPM, calories burned, power, and pulse.
- Generously sized seat with extra padding for comfort.
- Compact design and transport wheels for easy storage.
- 10-year frame, 2-year mechanical, and 2-year electrical warranty.
Cons:
- LCD screen is not backlit, making it difficult to read, according to some reviews.
- Riders have complained of trouble tightening the seat, which adjusts only up and down, not horizontally.
- In a few instances, parts were broken or missing upon arrival.
- Reports of parts breaking after only a couple of weeks.
Takeaway: The signature feature of the dual action Schwinn Airdyne AD6 is the fan: The harder you pedal, and the faster you work those arms, the more resistance is generated. It can deliver a killer workout for users looking to build up their fitness. Just keep in mind that the noise level will build up as well. While it's not the cheapest Airdyne exercise bike Schwinn offers, the mid-range AD6 provides a nice ratio of features to price.