Schwinn IC4 Bike
If you're new to indoor cycling and don't know where to begin, the Schwinn IC4 Bike, with 100 micro-adjustable resistance levels, is a good place to start. The bike is not only simple to use, but it is also inexpensive, making it a good choice if you aren't ready to spend in a higher-end model. The IC4 has a 40-pound (18-kg) flywheel and dual-sided pedals that can be used with SPD clips or regular athletic shoes. It also has a vented race-style seat, cushioned handlebars, and an LCD panel with information like speed, calories burned, time, and distance shown.
While it doesn't have a built-in screen like the Peloton Bike, it does include Bluetooth and a media rack that you can connect with your favorite cycling app, including Peloton. The bike comes with a complimentary one-year subscription to the JRNY app, which includes on-demand studio courses and virtual rides to locations all around the world. After your trial period is over, the JRNY app costs $149 a year, or $12.42 per month.
Key specs of the Schwinn IC4 Bike
- Dimensions: 48.7 × 21.2 × 51.8 inches (123.7 × 53.9 × 131.6 cm)
- Max weight capacity: 330 pounds (150 kg)
- Pedals: dual-sided with SPD clips and toe cages
- Seat: ventilated race-style seat
- Resistance type: magnetic
- Screen: LCD metric console and tablet holder
- Available workouts: compatible with numerous cycling apps; JRNY membership included for 1 year
Price: $400–1,000
Pros: budget-friendly, dual-sided pedals, free year-long JYRN subscription trial
Cons: no touchscreen or built-in exercise program
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