The slot for slipping a phone or wallet is perfectly fine if you want these items out of the way, but most users would prefer to see their phone screen, especially if using a favoured third-party fitness app. There's a built-in drinks holder, which is rather shallow and leads to many bottles sticking out slightly, rather than sitting flush on the frame like with regular pedal and more traditional static bikes. This makes it easy to position somewhere suitable inside, even if you don't have a plug socket, while a set of caster wheels means you don't have to pick up the 60+kg frame. The onboard computer requires two D batteries (not included) to run, or it can be plugged into the mains with the supplied AC adaptor. (Image credit: Schwinn) Schwinn Airdyne AD8 Dual Action Air Cycle review – Ease of use I have also heard of owners swapping out the large and slightly uncomfortable saddle for something more performance-based, seeing as it's easy to start sliding off the front of the unit that's included.
However, there's no free-wheeling here (like a fixie bike), so stopping suddenly could potentially lead to injury. Pedal stroke feels pretty natural, too, although keen cyclists may want to get rid of the flat, mountain bike-style pedals and replace them with some clips ins. It's easy enough to find a comfortable position.Īrguably one of the greatest ergonomic triumphs here is the multi-position grab handles, which allow for standard overhand grips, as well as a lower underhand variant that takes a little strain off the front of the shoulders.įurthermore, there's a hammer-style grip that places more emphasis on the biceps and triceps during the push/pull movement. The saddle is adjustable for height and forward/rearward tweaks thanks to a simple twist lock mechanism. Once assembled, the pro-spec piece of kit takes up a relatively small amount of space, proving no larger than a commercial exercise bike.
Although the instructions are clear and the only real difficulty is hefting some of the chunkier components out of the box and into position. Opt to have the Airdyne AD8 delivered unassembled, and there is some Ikea-style building to be done.
(Image credit: Schwinn) Schwinn Airdyne AD8 Dual Action Air Cycle review – Ergonomics
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