Schwinn IC Elite Indoor Cycling Bike

Schwinn IC Elite Indoor Cycling Bike

Schwinn IC Elite Indoor Cycling Bike

List Price: ~~$1,099.00~~
Category: Sports
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Manufacturer: Schwinn
Brand: Schwinn
Model: IC Elite Upright spin bike
Product features:

Designed to withstand countless hours of intense Exercycle program use
Bicycle components include Shimano sealed cartridge bottom bracket and cold forged crank arms
Smart Release system offers benefits of a fixed gear with a unique coasting feature
Fully-adjustable seat position (fore and aft, up and down)
50 by 22.5-inch footprint; 300-pound weight capacity

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Sports reviews of Schwinn IC Elite Indoor Cycling Bike

Customer Review: Schwinn IC Elite
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars

I knew I would like the bike, as I've been using an identical one at the local gym. Ordering and delivery was fast and painless. Assembly was simple. Then I was disappointed to find severe vibration at low speed, which I thought might be the same as that noted by a previous reviewer (flywheel problem). The bike was useable, but clearly not right.

I contacted Schwinn directly, who were helpful, but did not seem all that knowledgeable about the bike or its problems. They immediately offered to set up a tech visit to fix it, but called back the next day to say that they have no techs in this area (New Mexico), and that the only solution was to return it to Amazon. I said I'd see if I could diagnose the problem first, which, not surprisingly, they thought was just fine.

After removing the chain guard, the problem was obvious. The chain was so tight I'm surprised it hadn't snapped. Poor quality control on the assembly line. Adjustment of chain tension at the flywheel end is fairly easy, and cured the vibration. Hopefully there will be no more problems.

CONCLUSIONS: These are great spin bikes, and seem well made, but quality control may be an issue. One of two IC Elites at the local gym had a warped flywheel on delivery - a manufacturing rather than assembly fault presumably. In contrast, ten older Schwinns have had few problems. The lack of any service availability here makes me wonder how easy it will be to get warranty work done if needed. I guess I should ask.

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Description of Schwinn IC Elite Indoor Cycling Bike

Schwinn IC Elite Indoor Cycling Bike Schwinn IC Elite Indoor Cycling Bike offers industry-leading features including our patented Smart Release mechanism. The red flywheel and seat differentiate the IC Elite Bike from users in multi-bike settings.Schwinn

Designed to withstand countless hours of intense Exercycle program use, the Schwinn IC Elite cycling bike lets you experience the feeling of being on a road bike in your own home. It features a customized fit, sleek racing bike geometry, true cycling components, and Schwinn's revolutionary Smart Release system--which offers all the benefits of a fixed gear with a unique coasting feature. The high inertia drive system composed of a 38 pound flywheel and direct drive gearing. It offers easy-to-use handlebar and seat adjustments to help you quickly determine preferred comfort setting and corrosion-preventing stainless pins that can be quickly threaded tight for a secure hold on the sliding tube.

Its large-diameter leveling feet provide floor protection and stability, and reinforced axles offer increased service life for standard toe clip/strap pedals. Texturized pads provide a non-slip surface for stretching and transport wheels make storage and relocation easy while protecting floors.

Feature Detail:

Infinitely variable resistance levels with linear increase throughout resistance range
Bicycle components including Shimano sealed cartridge bottom bracket and cold forged crank arms that accept clip less pedals
22-inch wide stabilizers for better rider support and stability
Includes with toe clips
Two composite water bottle cages hold bottles up to one-liter in size
Fully adjustable seat position (fore and aft, up and down) with easy to use stainless steel locking pop pins
Compatible user size: 4'11" to 6'8"
Footprint: 50 by 22.5 inches (L x W)
Weight: 130 pounds
Maximum user weight: 300 pounds

Manufacturer's Warranty
Fifteen-year warranty on frame, two-year warranty on parts, one-year warranty on labor, six-month warranty on wear items

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