I know you can adjust the resistance on the bike but I was wondering, is there a way to measure the resistance? I want to be able to track my progres
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What's displayed on the screen is time, distance, calories, and heart rate if you hold the bars at the side of the seat. Within two minutes of getting off the bike all your information disappears. The resistance is measured with a dial that is on the bike. you turn it clockwise or counter clockwise to increase or decrease resistance. The only way to keep track of your progress is if you keep a log of everything.
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not that I ever noticed but the dial does indicate the numerical setting - the display MIGHT show increase of calories burned as resistance is increased but darned if I know for sure. I just so far, have just increased the speed a bit but @ 75 years old just keeping a bit of conditioning. [trip when I walk - stroke]
639820
no. You cannot adjust the resistance; however, the DVD tells you to take small steps, not to press down all the way. As you get stronger, you can take large steps and press down harder.
2258184
No, you have to get off your bike and turn a knob by the back tire to change your resistance. I set my resistance as hard as it will go and use my gears on my bike to switch things up while riding.
47488
I have just started using the bike... and I find that if I just don't use any of the aerobic options and just stay steady with it at one, it's okay. I don't believe you can get the resistance any lower, but you can build up your strength using level 1 until ready to start using the workout aerobic trainers. I don't choose anything... when I get on the bike I just start to petal... and let it stay neutral like I'm on a level terrain track. I can only do 10 min at a time right now.
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My guess is the resistance changes depending on what program she has it set for. The profile for the program selected shows by the length of the bar when the resistance will increase or decrease. There is one program that stays at the same level 1 the entire time if that is what Happy Grandma wants to do. I suggest she call Schwinn at 1-800-628-8458. I have called them on a couple of occasions and find them to be very friendly and helpful. Same suggestion for Lucia Lamprey.
268364
I don't know what you mean by "wattage", but the resistance is controlled via the control that you get with the bike.
2284605
You are correct, there isn't any resistance control. It'll gives me enough resistance but I'm a novice. I'm not sure if I will have to search for another rower if I become stronger.
1347786
Smooth feel when resistance changes. There does seem to be a lag when you manually change the resistance through the up and down buttons but it's still smooth. The flywheel is a little over 17 lbs. In my opinion, this bike won't stand up to heavy use. The seat alone seems like it isn't sturdy enough for heavy workouts over time.
1213287
Yes, you can check the resistance by setting the meter on the 200 on the right side. Make sure you disconnect the speaker from stereo before you try measure.
905835
It has a resistance knob that you turn to press a pad down against the front wheel (similar to the a brake on standard bike) which makes the front wheel harder to spin. Even a quarter turn on the knob will start to increase the resistance.
2258593
I have the same setup. First I paired the speed/cadence sensor for the bike profile. For the wheel size though I actually did the measurement via rolling, where u mark the tyre at a spot, normally I mark at the out portion of the valve stem, roll the bike in a straight line and mark when the valve stem reachs. Measure this distance in mm (u would have to convert if u use inches) and enter that value for wheel size. Hope this what u looking for. On a side not, compared to garmin and endomondo, I find the timex calories calculation a way higher.
304179
I have an Exerpeutic recumbent bike with motorized magnetic settings. And I wish I didn't. The mechanism is fubar'd, they are telling me to ship the entire bike back (100 lbs) at my expense, so the warranty is essentially useless. Instead, I have removed the covers and use a wrench to manually turn a cable nut to change the resistance. I wish I had bought something with a simple, manual dial like the MagneTrainer (which is what brought me to this web page where I read your question).
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It's consistent resistance throughout the ride. By shifting gears on your bike, you increase the resistance it's providing. You can use the front wheel blocks to give a little bit of climbing feel. CycleOps describes all this in more detail at http://www.cycleops.com/en/products/trainers/jetfluid-pro-trainer.html?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage_images.tpl&product_id=160&category_id=3
265397
I didn't realize you couldn't put more resistance on it than cycle at it's own pace. But, hey it's movement, and I know I'll be using it more than the one which requires you to cycle it. It just would have been nice to have the option, when you felt a little more energetic. Ha But I just got my machine today and I need to post a question, may not be the right place, but does anyone have one that stops moving periodically. Just wondering if this one has a short, or it just does that.
1953409
It doesn't track. I think it senses the movement of your body. I've not been on a bike since I've had it.
1516409
Depends, IF used in conjunction with the pedals, answer is no. Resistance adjustment would apply only to the pedaling, while the handles are more or less free flowing. IF the handles are used only, resistance is in the handles. From what I have read, and experienced, this unit is pretty reliable and functional for the price.
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Yes, on one end. But I have to caution that I was disappointed at the weak resistance (to pedaling) of this unit -- even at the highest setting, 8, it's really too easy to get your heart rate up very much. My wife, who uses a "professional" unit at her company's gym, says that this is hardly more than just freewheeling. I even wrote to the company to ask whether there's any way to increase the resistance and they completely ignored my inquiry -- I wouldn't expect any customer support for anything about the bike from them. The only good thing was that assembly was intuitive and very straightforward.In all, I would reduce my score, having used it for a few months now. Yes, on one end. But I have to caution that I was disappointed at the weak resistance (to pedaling) of this unit -- even at the highest setting, 8, it's really too easy to get your heart rate up very much. My wife, who uses a "professional" unit at her company's gym, says that this is hardly more than just freewheeling. I even wrote to the company to ask whether there's any way to increase the resistance and they completely ignored my inquiry -- I wouldn't expect any customer support for anything about the bike from them. The only good thing was that assembly was intuitive and... » Read More Yes, on one end. But I have to caution that I was disappointed at the weak resistance (to pedaling) of this unit -- even at the highest setting, 8, it's really too easy to get your heart rate up very much. My wife, who uses a "professional" unit at her company's gym, says that this is hardly more than just freewheeling. I even wrote to the company to ask whether there's any way to increase the resistance and they completely ignored my inquiry -- I wouldn't expect any customer support for anything about the bike from them. The only good thing was that assembly was intuitive and very straightforward.In all, I would reduce my score, having used it for a few months now. « Show Less