We have low ceilings in our basement (7.5'). My husband is 5'10'', will he hit his head? Schwinn 420 Elliptical Trainer
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I am 5'-10" with an 88" ceiling height. I have the same question. Spoke with Schwinn customer service but they couldn't help. Suggested I go to a store and try it out and measure how high my head goes!
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I am surprised at how hard it is to get this type of info. Surely lots of people want to put these machines in their basements which might have relatively low ceilings. I got an answer from Vision Fitness that makes sense to me but you'll need to know the mid-height pedal measurement (average of lowest and highest measurements). Add the mid-height measurement to your height and add a few inches for a safety zone. You are never actually as high as the highest pedal position when you're working out, but you definitely go higher than the "step-up height." I am shocked that Schwinn could not help you with this. I am surprised at how hard it is to get this type of info. Surely lots of people want to put these machines in their basements which might have relatively low ceilings. I got an answer from Vision Fitness that makes sense to me but you'll need to know the mid-height pedal measurement (average of lowest and highest measurements). Add the mid-height measurement to your height and add a few inches for a safety zone. You are never actually as high as the highest pedal position when you're working out, but you definitely go higher than the "step-up height." I am... » Read More I am surprised at how hard it is to get this type of info. Surely lots of people want to put these machines in their basements which might have relatively low ceilings. I got an answer from Vision Fitness that makes sense to me but you'll need to know the mid-height pedal measurement (average of lowest and highest measurements). Add the mid-height measurement to your height and add a few inches for a safety zone. You are never actually as high as the highest pedal position when you're working out, but you definitely go higher than the "step-up height." I am shocked that Schwinn could not help you with this. « Show Less
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I read at Schwinn the pedal is 19" off the ground at the highest level..so add that to your height
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Unlike other ellipticals, the Octane is very low. What is the height of your ceiling?
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You may not be able to do full range of motion chinups. I have a similar setup and I can't go down all the way on my chins and I most often only rise up to the point where my nose is at the bar to avoid hitting the ceiling. 6 ft tall.
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I think its about 18 inches off the floor at the high point so you should be fine there. I'd consider a different machine if I were you though. My brother's lasted about six months. Just long enough for the warranty to run out. If you're more than a casual exerciser pay a little more and get a better model. You'll be glad you did.
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We have ours in the basement with 8ft ceilings and it fits perfectly with plenty of room to jump. Fantastic trampoline by the way, highly recommend
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We have this bar and our ceiling is 7' 8". My daughter is 53" and can practice back hip circles successfully. The kips make me nervous. We love this bar!
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The following was posted by someone else under the title "SCHWINN ELLIPTICAL FOOT HEIGHT". I have not confirmed it, but if it is true, it would seem that a seven foot ceiling would be high enough. If you live near a place that sells them and has them in stock (hard to find, I know) maybe you can find one and just measure it. ================================================================== M. A. Garver says: The pedal is approximately 15 inches off the floor at the highest point, but I think what you really need to know is the height from the floor at it's lowest point (8 inches) because when your foot is at the high point, that knee is bent so it's not like it's putting your head 15 inches closer to the ceiling, which I think is what you're really trying to figure out, right? Standing on the 430 you're going to be 8-9 inches taller than you are standing on the floor. Hope this helps!
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Our ceiling is 7'6" and I am 5'9" and I have six inches left till I hit the ceiling so unless he's pretty short I would say look at something different.
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My wife's 5'4" as well, and ours is set at the step above the lowest setting. No problem.
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Our ceiling is just under 8 feet. It measures just about 7'2" and my husband says his head just fits under the ceiling with about an inch clearance. So if you don't have at least 7'10" ceiling this won't work for you. By the way it is a very well built equipement and we have used it all year. Love it
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I'm 5'4". With the pedals in the "up" position I would say they are about one foot from the ground. The height of the handle bar itself I'm guessing is about 4'5 - 4'8" from the ground. I have a low ceiling as well, and have no problem using it in my home. I hope this helps.
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no problem on a second floor of a residence..I would put some kind of rubber mat under it to help absorb any vibrations it may cause if the weight stack is dropped. As long as the equipment is used properly it won't cause damage..as far as it crashing through your ceiling and landing in the family room...I don't see it happening.
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The footpad is about one foot off the floor at its lowest point so the ceiling should be at least an inch or two more than your height plus one foot. In your case a ceiling height of about 6' 9" is needed. My basement ceiling is 7' 6" and at 6' 1" my head is about 4-5 inches from the ceiling. I've never had a problem. If it's close just make sure your head won't be directly under a ceiling fixture or recessed light.
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The pedals are not horizontal when inclined to the maximum angle. The uppermost point, where the back of your heel may be is 22.5 inches from the floor. I have eight foot ceilings and my 5'10' son has no problem. If you are taller than that, a 7'8" ceiling may be an issue.
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I think you'll be fine. I have 8 foot ceilings. I'm only 5'4, however, my elliptical sits under my ceiling fan and I don't feel in any danger of hitting the fan. Does this help?
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My ceiling is 83". I am 5'6" and have plenty of head room. So does my husband and he is 5'10". We even tested at 12 incline (the highest) and there's still plenty of head room for both of us.
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Absolutely. I'm 5'10", but an embarrassing 210 pounds. I use it on a fairly low setting. There's plenty of room to raise the seat and extend the bars for your husband. The bike itself is very well built. It's enormously sturdy and provides a smooth ride. It's only drawback is the seat. It's awful. He'll want to go to his local bike shop to get something more comfortable. The only other customization I made was to install an old pair of clipless pedals. Bottom line - go for it! He won't be disappointed.