Thursday 10 December 2015

Comparing Lifecore Assault versus Schwinn AD Pro, Commercial Air Fan Bikes Reviewed

The commercial-grade Lifecore Assault and Schwinn AD Pro are impressive air fan bikes built with quality components for long-lasting durability.

The Lifecore Assault and Schwinn AD Pro air bikes are built to withstand intensive use at home or in a commercial gym setting.

 

The AD Pro is Schwinn’s latest addition to their Airdyne Range and follows the success of the Schwinn AD6 and AD2 bikes.  Retailing online at a similar price to the Schwinn AD Pro, the Lifecore Assault Air Bike has been around for a number of years and stood the test of time, proving itself to be a high quality durable machine.

Utilizing wind resistance, the Schwinn AD Pro and Lifecore Assault air bikes effectively offer unlimited resistance working on the basis that the resistance is increased as you pedal faster.  In addition, Air/fan bikes have moving handlebars so you can work your upper body at the same time as your lower body, effectively giving you a total body workout.

Both the Schwinn AD Pro and Lifecore Assault air bikes come with their own workout console that offers a variety of programs and displays your workout stats so you can keep track of your progress.  (See table below for more details.)

Take a close look at the pictures of these 2 air bikes and you’ll see that there is a difference in the overall design of the bikes, particularly with the design of the handlebars.  Schwinn has gone for a different approach with their AD Pro’s handlebar design, offering a multi-position design that allows you to place your hands either vertically or horizontally.  This unique design enables a variety of workout options, but you may prefer the feel of Lifecore Assault’s traditional styled handlebars.

Both the Schwinn AD Pro and Lifecore Assault offer adjustable seats that can be adjusted up/down and fore/aft for a custom fit.

Lifecore Fitness Assault Air Bike, commercial air fan exercise bike
Lifecore Assault



Let’s take a look at the features and specifications compared between the Lifecore Assault and the Schwinn AD Pro to help you decide on which is the best air/fan exercise bike for you:


Features & Specifications Compared between the Lifecore Fitness Assault Air Bike & the Schwinn AD Pro Airdyne Bike:


LIFECORE FITNESS ASSAULT AIR BIKE TRAINER
SCHWINN AD PRO
AIRDYNE BIKE

PRICE DIFFERENCE
Retails online at around a similar price to the Schwinn AD Pro
Retails online at around a similar price to the Lifecore Assault
MODEL NO.
Lifecore Assault
Schwinn AD Pro
FLYWHEEL
25” steel fan
·         Perimeter weighted flywheel
·         Steel & plastic construction
DRIVE SYSTEM
Chain drive system
Single-stage direct drive system
CRANKS &
BOTTOM BRACKET
·         Over-sized forged cro-moly cranks
·         Sealed cartridge
Solid splined steel cranks
RESISTANCE
Air/wind resistance for unlimited levels
Air/wind resistance for unlimited levels
HANDLEBARS
·         Moving handlebars to work upper body
·         12 gauge 2 mm tubing
·         Moving handlebars to work upper body
·         Multi-position handles for a variety of workout options
SEAT
6-way adjustable for different user heights:  fore, aft, up, down, tilt
·         4-way adjustable:  fore, aft, up, down
·         Over-sized padded seat
·         Universal rail & clamp system to swap out seat for 1 of your own if required
FOOT PEGS/RESTS
Over-sized foot pegs
Anti-slip foot platforms
FRAME CONSTRUCTION
·         20 sealed ball bearings distributed throughout the frame
·         Over-sized pivot points for strength, durability & a smooth ride
Moisture-repellent double-coated steel frame
WORKOUT CONSOLE
8 workout programs including:
·         Tabata
·         Intervals
·         Watts
·         Heart rate

LCD screen displays:
·         Time
·         Speed
·         Distance
·         Calories burned
·         Heart-rate
·         Watts
·         RPMs
9 workout programs including:
·         Interval & target goals programs
·         HR indicators for fat burn
·         Aerobic & anaerobic training

High-contrast LCD screen displays:
·         Time
·         Distance
·         Speed
·         Calories burned
·         Pulse/heart-rate
·         RPM
·         Watts
HEART-RATE MONITOR
Compatible with Wireless heart-rate monitor (chest strap not included)
Telemetry enabled
USER WEIGHT CAPACITY
Up to 350 lbs  (160 kg)
Up to 350 lbs  (160 kg)
DIMENSIONS
Approx. 49” x 22” x 51”
Approx.  42” long x 20” wide x 52”
WEIGHT OF BIKE
Approx. 110 lbs
Approx.  113 lbs
PORTABILITY
Front transport wheels
Transport wheels included
WARRANTY
Full commercial warranty
Full commercial warranty




N.B.  It’s advisable to consult your doctor or health care professional if you are new to exercise or if you have any concerns regarding your health and fitness regime.

*Prices/discounts/shipping indicated correct at time of writing/publishing and may be subject to change anytime.  E&OE.


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