Schwinn Airdyne Bike Series

Comfortable design and quiet. Sturdy. Love that it’s more of a full body workout than a regular exercise bike. Still have to read the directions for the control panel options, have been really enjoying the simplicity— no subscription either! Ride as fast or slow as you want. Use your arms and legs. Or either. Feel like it’s also working my core. Like the light breeze from the front air wheel. Wish I had gotten this bike years ago!

I'm 6'2", 180 pounds, and the AD2 always felt a little bit like a toy. The way it was constructed, I was hunched over and focused on the LCD panel located down between the reciprocating arms. Because the seat did not have forwards-backwards adjustment, I would have to reach just a tad further to engage the hand grips than I would have liked, especially when the hand grip was in the forward position. I got good workouts on the AD2, but after 10 years decided it was time to upgrade to the AD7. The AD7 feels like the real deal. With the AD7, I can sit upright and look straight ahead for good visibility of the console. The stock seat on the AD7 feels comfortable, and the multiple hand grips enable just about any kind of workout. The AD7 comes equipped with a plastic air shield that diverts most of the air away from the user. There is just enough residual air flow to have a cooling effect on the body. The AD7 shipped with a minor manufacturing defect, where one of the small clips that secures the two halves of the grillwork around the fan was improperly installed. This had no effect upon the bike's operation, but I was able to fix the defect with some patience using hand tools. The AD7 comes in several pieces inside a big, heavy box, but assembly of the bike was pretty easy with the supplied instructions. The hardest part was hauling the frame up a flight of stairs. That was accomplished by attaching a carpet fragment on the bottom, and then pulling it up the stairs using the carpet as a sled. (Reference attached photo.) Now that AD7 is in place, it'll be perfect for my 5X/week workouts!

I’m not one for public gyms, and needed a convenient way to do cardio and wasn’t willing to settle for anything less than a commercial quality product. After doing a lot of research, I settled on the Airdyne AD7, and am very pleased. It’s very well built and well worth the price, which was frankly much less than I’d budgeted. The unit operates very smoothly and provides a great workout. The console is fairly good and provides a decent amount of utility. However, it’s disappointing that Schwinn didn’t include Bluetooth and other options that are available on their recumbent and traditional upright exercise bikes. This is particularly strange as this is their most expensive unit. Still, this is a great piece of kit that will provide excellent workouts. Updated review: Six years later, it’s still fantastic. I’ve had zero problems with it. The reason I’m updating is that before today, I’d never moved it. I’m having some more gym equipment delivered tomorrow and wanted the AD7 out of the way while I work. I thought it’d be a pain to move, but I just tipped it onto the wheels and it was super easy to move. The big plastic caster didn’t scratch the wood floors and it’s was easy to maneuver.

The Schwinn AD7 Airdyne bike that I received had been repackaged, and I was not happy about that! The box, and inside contents had large amounts of transparent package tape holding things together. Amazon normally offers a discount on an item that has previously damaged packaging, or cosmetic blemishes, and markets that item as used. Due to the substantial cost of this item, I would not have taken a chance on a repackaged product, that someone else rejected and returned. That said...I could not find any damage to the bike, and only an insignificant Transport and Immobilization Strap was missing. I believe the bike itself is worthy of a good rating, and I will complain to Amazon about the repackaging. The bike is solid and smooth, and will give you whatever level of workout you want to put yourself through. I deducted a star because of the blast of air that blows into your face as the fan spins. I can overcome that problem, but a removable wind blocker should be included in the price. The $50 that Schwinn wants for a small, optional, wind screen is outrageous. Helpful information: I spent several hours researching the Schwinn Airdyne, by looking at Customer Reviews and You Tube videos. What is the difference between an Airdyne7 and an Airdyne Pro?? I was able to previously see and try out the Pro at a distant city. They wanted $1299 for it. The Pro was $999 on Amazon, while the AD7 was $899. Being a penny pinching retired senior, I took a chance and opted for the AD7 after seeing other reviewers say that it is the same as the Pro. The AD7 that I got was the same as the Pro that I saw in the distant store. The only difference was the name on the side of the bike frame. I suspect that Schwinn wanted to charge more money for their product, and simply re-named it the Pro, and added $100 to the price. As for a wind screen, I followed the advice of another reviewer, and ordered a plastic fender/shield from Mucky Nutz on Amazon. The cost was $11-13, depending on color. It came with some velcro style tape to attach it, but small zip ties would also work. It too was overpriced. Somehow, I will solve the air blast in the face problem, I just don't want something ugly, like duct tape, unless I have to. However, there is black duct tape, also sold on Amazon. Bottom line---I really needed to get a compact piece of exercise equipment to stay heart healthy, and believe the Schwinn Airdyne 7 will fill that need. I suspect the AD7 will not be available very long, after the supply of those with that name imprinted on it runs out. P.S. The rollers at the front are really nice for moving the unit around for cleaning under it, or moving it to another room. Best wishes and happy fitness, from a grandpa. Update: Amazon's great customer service gave me a bit of a refund to make up for my having received a returned, repackaged item. Update- Assembly: I was able to assemble the bike by myself, even though the manual said two people were needed. It would have been nice to have my wife (she was away) hold items while I lined up screws, but it worked out ok. While some reviewers had problems with installing the handles, it was a non-issue for me. All you have to do is look at the splines on the shaft, as well as the splines on the hub of each handle, and line up the flat spot with each other. I found it helpful to use a rubber mallet to gently tap the handle hub onto the shaft, to overcome a little resistance from some paint overspray inside the hub. Then, insert the two, Right handle bolts, from front to back, and the two, Left handle bolts, from back to front. Don't use only the ball end of the supplied allen wrench (as shown in the picture), but use the L end of the wrench to tighten the bolts properly. The handles are thus firmly secured with no wobble or play in them. I am now a Happy Camper! Update- 8 months later. Bike still smooth and wonderful. My wife and I are small people (less than 5'4" tall), but we have lost over 20 lbs each, due to regular workouts on the bike and more sensible eating habits. Weight and blood pressure now at levels I had when 20 years old. Using the bike while watching TV makes exercise session more enjoyable. Update-Jan 2020 (almost 2 years). Bike still smooth and wonderful. Got lax and gained back 5 lbs in Nov-Dec, due to cruise type vacation plus Thanksgiving and Christmas eating. Big deal for me on weight gain. Renewed commitment to using bike (indispensable!!) and better eating. Have shed 4 of the 5 lbs. No fad diets needed. Just eating less junk and more fruit-vegetables. Could not have done it without bike, which is essential to keeping weight off, long-term. Blood pressure is at healthy young adult level. Before bike purchase, was borderline needing BP medication.

I used to be a gym rat back in the 80's and 90's and have hours and hours on an original Airdyne. This unit is built sturdier and has more features, but there are a few things you should know before diving in. 1.Shipping. The shipped package weighs about 150 lbs. A box truck with two sturdy guys arrived and brought it down in a liftgate. I was standing by with a hand truck. They helped get the box on the hand truck, took pics and left. 2.Prep for assembly. I have a cleared, covered driveway with lots of room. I positioned the box with ample space front, rear and sides. I removed the plastic bands with scissors and slit the tape on the top, leaving one side attached. Used a serrated knife, I cut thru both edges of the front panel. I then cut the remaining edge of of one side. Now the box has an open top, open front, right side open and folded down onto the driveway. 3.Packaging. The bike was well packaged, lots of styro and fiber board stiffeners etc. Use a box cutting to slice thru tape holding the styro pieces together. 4.Assembly. I was relieved to see that the unit was 90% assembled. The seat is wrapped and packed separately, as are some of the other major parts. Pedals, seat, control pedestal and handles are moved inside separately. The large card with nuts, bolts, tools, etc stays outside for a bit. Carefully moving the main unit onto the folded cardboard box, I attach the sturdy legs using the hardware and tools provided. Now the unit has a stable platform with rollers attach to the front legs to facilitate movement. Keep in mind that this thing still weighs 120 lbs or so, so get help moving it indoors. We get it in place and get into the instructions. Note on the pedals; the LEFT pedal is reverse threaded, i.e. anti-clockwise tightens, clockwise loosens. Pedals, handles, foot rests, seat are all installed. 5.Control pedestal. This attaches to the frame in a sturdy manner and has the display and controls for programs, time-speed-distance etc, all that jazz. YOU NEED A HELPER HERE for about 5 minutes!!! YOU NEED TO PREP YOUR BOLTS AND WASHERS PER THE INSTRUCTIONS. put them and the allen wrench in your pocket The wires which connect the pedestal to the unit are tucked into a tube and secured by a wire-tie so that you don't lose them. Get a set of flat bladed tweezers and GENTLY pull each wire bundle out of the tube, exposing the plugs. The plugs are color coded, black and blue, and mate up with the same colors on the pedestal! The plugs are about the size of a skittle, so be gentle here! While your assistant holds the pedestal close to the frame connect the wire bundle plugs to each other, black to black, blue to blue. Once connected, you slide the connected wire bundles back into the frame tube while setting the pedestal onto the frame. Now, you can get your bolt/washer set-ups and get everything screwed down. 6. Electrics. The battery compartment lid is secured by a phillips head captured screw. Open the access door, carefully install the included "D" batteries (observing polarity!) and secured the door closed. Summary: This will take about 1.5 hrs to assemble, proceed carefully, and watch your toes! I have ridden it, is is smooth as silk, very quiet, throws a lot of cooling air at you, and is better than the gen1 Airdynes of the 1980's. Enjoy your new exercise bike!

Thing is a champ.

I'm almost 45 and when I go running sometimes I get some pain (back, knees, ankles). Also, because of age and genetics I need to be sure I'm exercising on a daily basis. I had an old airdyne back in 2006 and it was an old loud chain driven thing with minimal adjustability. I was afraid to buy another airdyne. What I thought I really wanted was an elliptical trainer, but for a good one, you'll pay 3-4x what this costs. I did some research. The airdyne AD7 is the same model as the "PRO", just with a consumer grade warranty. I bought the AD7. The adjustable seat and some videos I found with people riding it in different positions (standing on the pedals, foot on the pegs and doing arms only, etc) sold me. This unit is very easy to assemble and very very solid. I can imagine it lasting for years. I rode it for the first time tonight for 35 minutes. It's perfection. It rides smooth. It's really quiet for an airdyne, at least twice as quiet as the old one I had. Given, it's still an airdyne and there is some noise from the air whooshing underneath you. I found it very easy to keep my heart rate over 140 but also very easy to push it as high as I wanted. The airdyne makes it feel so easy to get a good workout. I switched a lot between arms only, standing and pedaling, and sitting. Loved it. I didn't need an expensive, heavy, elliptical trainer. I needed a Schwinn Airdyne AD7. For the money you can't beat it, and let me tell you it's solid. I can't imagine it breaking down any time soon. The only thing I could imagine is that since this is in the top part of my garage the temperature is going to fluctuate some, so the belt may need replacing at some point, but it's a very simple very effective machine that I am glad to own and looking forward to many many more workouts.

Had a competing Air Bike which I sold and recently picked up the AD7. Assembly: Took 1-2 hours, I am not very good at assembly. Make sure both the front/rear stabilizers are in place before you attempt to screw them in. Bike Size/Looks/Stability: Some of the Air Bikes are very large and take up too much space. The AD7 is the size it needs to be and nothing more. People love to say the Assault, ECHO bikes are built like tanks, I did not want to ride a tank! The AD7 is very sturdy and does not wobble at all during my hardest sprints. Has adjustable stabilizer feet for uneven floors if needed (I did not). Looks very nice in multiple rooms / environments, even the very posh "Peleton" commercial type homes. Does not look like a bike that matches the decor of a warehouse gym. Work Out: Very easy to get my heart rate up on this bike. I also have a smart trainer which uses just my legs and is magnetic resistance, no comparison the AD7 is much more intense! Great for sprint intervals in that it gets my heart rate way up but is not over taxing or straining my leg or arm muscles. Bike Arms/ Rehab: The multiple arm positions is great, I did not see this available on the other bikes or did I have on my previous bike. Lower, upper and I can grip on the sides. I was in bad accident 6 months ago and broke my shoulder blade, leg and lower(lumbar) spine, the multiple arm positions (lower) greatly improved comfort and improved my rehab. I am able to get a full body work out with no strain on any muscles, tendons or joints. I can ride for an hour at any intensity and it is very smooth and easy on the body (no pain). Have managed to do 30-45 minutes a day no problem in the 4-6 months since my accident. Belt Drive: The belt drive system is great in that it is quiet, smooth, better power transfer and less maintenance than the chain drive bikes I have used. Seat: Very adjustable for height, forward/backward. Seat is comfortable can easily do an hour ride with non-padded shorts with no discomfort. Noise: Belt drive is very smooth and quiet. The wind noise is not too loud, especially when riding at a steady tempo. I wear ear buds for music while riding and I can easily hear the music at normal volume levels and hardly notice/hear the air noise. Air Blowing: My AD7 has a wind shield which looks like it can be removed if one wanted. There is some air that blows on my hands which I like, if I am getting very sweaty it prevents my hands from doing so and my grip on the bike arms is not impacted. Bike Computer/Console: Does not have a back light which I wish it had. I bought a clip on light/book reader that I use. Is easy to get information and track your workouts in process. Does not have any memory or logging once a new work out is started. Heart rate monitor works with a non-coded strap, I found 2 on Amazon, be sure to get the one that allows you to replace the battery. Safety: No moving parts etc. for a cat (I have cats) etc. to get hurt by. Easy to get on and off the bike, there is a step if needed to help get on/off bike. Mobility: Has wheels and I am able to move around my gym without any issue Pedals: They really grip, there are no clips etc. but my feet stay very planted/still. Still rehabilitating from my injury so I like that my foot is able to move if needed.

My parents had the classic early '80s Airdyne model in harvest gold and I used it a lot in my teens and early 20s. When it was time to get my own exercise bike, I opted for Schwinn's more basic DX-900. It served me well for close to 30 years, but recently the bottom of the frame cracked away from the base. The bike still worked fine, but my duct-tape repair made me feel kinda shabby, especially when my husband got a snazzy new treadmill earlier this year. Clearly it was time for an upgrade, and I felt like upping the ante on the difficulty factor as well. I went back to my roots and bought an AD7 during the last Prime Big Deal Day. Delivery came a few days earlier than expected. I assembled it myself, but did require my husband to help carry the main frame into position, and to hold the console while I attached the wires and screwed it into place. The handlebars wobbled sideways a bit at first. It seemed like I'd screwed those bolts tight enough, but I went back in with the shorter end of the allen wrench and that provided enough leverage to get a few more turns in, so now they're as solid as the rest of the build. I love the look of it, and though it’s got quite a beefy profile (not as macho as the Rogue Echo, but still substantial), it doesn’t take up as much space as I expected it would. The console is not perfectly centered between the handlebars--a little irksome and not really fixable due to the drill hole positioning but no biggie. It's low-tech compared to other consoles available today, but way more sophisticated than the no-frills little DX-900 monitor I'm used to, so I'm fine with it. I don't use a phone or tablet, just an mp3 player when I can't blast the stereo or PC, and it fits perfectly in the "media rack" slot. The bottle holder angle is a bit awkward. I have to remember to wipe up condensation drips from the aluminum section on the housing lest it show water stains. While the belt mechanism is quiet, the fan gets pretty damn loud at higher speeds. During normal hours the noise blends in fine with other ambient sounds, and apparently doesn't carry far because my husband can't hear it when he's watching TV in another room. However, if you occasionally like to work out at the otherwise silent crack of dawn, the noise really stands out. So if you live in an apartment, this bike might not be the best choice, but my nearest neighbor hasn't yet complained (fortunately she's an early riser like me). There’s a partial wind deflector so you don’t really feel it blowing on your face too much, just your hands and forearms. I find the seat comfortable, but I’ve also installed a gel seat cover that I already had for some extra cushioning. The pedals work well, my feet haven’t slipped off them yet. And the versatile handgrips are an excellent bonus feature that few other air bikes have. Despite my previous Airdyne experience and many years of exer-cycling, I am constantly challenged and humbled by the full-body dual action and the resistance factor of this machine. I find it tougher than an elliptical or a rower. I do not remember the resistance on the ‘80s model being quite this heavy (fewer fan blades back then I guess; not to mention I wasn’t 50+ at the time), and I didn't use the friction resistance pads at all on my previous bike. At this point I physically cannot pedal as fast as I used to for very long without getting super-winded, let alone try to keep up with the insane HIIT sprints achieved on many an advanced YT workout video. But even at more leisurely speeds I’m getting sweatier and breathier than I ever have before. I'm just trying to change my long-held mindset that the only worthwhile effort on a bike is a result of pedaling like a maniac. Despite the majority opinion that air bikes are only good for wild HIIT-type cardio, I feel they work just as well for steady state riding or the "Moderate-IIT" sprints I do, if there is such a thing. I'm gradually improving at my own pace but it feels like there will always be room for improvement on this bike--which is a good thing as long as you're not easily discouraged. It’s an undeniably great machine that people of all levels can benefit from--but if you're not a big fan of resistance (see what I did there?), or lack confidence in your fitness capabilities, an air bike may not be the perfect piece of cardio equipment for you. I love the AD7 and I’m happy and proud to own it, but had I fully realized how loud and challenging it is, in my situation I might have gotten intimidated and opted for a more conventional upright bike. Nevertheless it feels great to use a machine that takes me way beyond my comfort zone.

I have used many times an Assault Bike back in the days and I feel the AD7 is a better bike overall. Quick comparison between both: - AD7 feels "tighter" then the Assault Bike (AB). What I mean is that the only sound you hear is from the blades. Everything holds tight and nothing is flimsy while the AB it does feel like everything is solid also but kinda loose at the same time. - I think we are better seated on the AD7, by far. - Really less noise from the AD7. The chain on the AB generates lots of noise. - Quicker response from AD7, as soon as you pedal everything follows while the AB has some kind of lag. Overall I am very satisfied with the AD7 so far. It feels sturdy and durable. The only thing that disappoint is the monitor that isn't bright at all. It's hard to see some of the characters. As for the performance, I think it's harder on the AD7 than on the AB. I mean, I really felt like dying on the AD7, maybe I'm just out of shape too.

The Schwinn Airdyne is the most efficient cardio equipment I have ever used. Using both legs and arms allows for intense cardio work, but with no impact on the joints. You can modulate how much force used with your legs and arms to keep up the intensity. The bike is super quiet (except for the fan, of course) due to the belt drive. The fan produces just the right amount of cooling air to your body as you ride. Kind of like a reward for the hard work! Love this bike.

Came fast, easy to assemble, extra comfortable seat, good work out, disappointed I can't find 5kHz analog chest strap heart rate monitor. Please let me know if anyone knows where to get one.

I’ve been using the AD7 for about a month now. Positives: It’s a great cardio workout for both arms and legs. It’s sturdy, made of a strong metal frame. It doesn’t take up a lot of space and while the fan wheel can be a bit loud, it’s not overwhelmingly so. Negatives: The seat is not very comfortable. The console or display panel is extremely outdated. It does not have the ability to measure your heart rate, O2, etc. Unlike traditional bikes, this operates on your own ability to generate resistance, and there is nothing to work towards except that, I.e., you are peddling against yourself. So when you set a calorie or time target, you have to maintain the speed you want, it can’t be set for you (like a treadmill or traditional bike).