Editorial Product Review:

Item Description:
Authorized Schwinn Dealer. The Schwinn 431 Elliptical Trainer accommodates a wide variety of users, with a full-sized 18-inch stride length and bi-directional pedaling action that lets the user pedal forward or backward depending on the targeted muscle groups. Users will als...

Item Description:
Ideal for the home gym for fitness enthusiasts of any skill level, the Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer provides an effective cardiovascular workout by combining upper and lower body flexibility and coordination into one impact-free motion. Elliptical trainers emulate the natural motion of your foot while supporting your heel throughout the stride, making them much easier on your knees and joints. In addition to feeling more natural while working out, regular use on elliptical trainers will increase heart and lung capacity while improving your health (and burning calories at the same time).

The Schwinn 430 offers eight computer-controlled resistance levels and eight workout programs for workout variety, including six user-profile programs, one manual, and one calorie goal program. Its quick start functions allows you to easily change your resistance level while exercising to challenge yourself to the next level. Three feedback programs--recovery mode, results mode, and body mass index (BMI)--allow you to track the progress of your workout routine. BioGlide motion technology offers a natural-feeling 18-inch stride while the trainer's BioFit design will provide a comfortable feel on the footpads and handlebars. The handlebars also feature grip heart rate monitoring which allows you to track your heart rate while you're exercising.

Additional features of the Schwinn 430 elliptical trainer include Eddy current brake resistance for smooth and quiet stopping, transport wheels to easily move the trainer across the room, and a water bottle holder to keep your hydration source close by. This elliptical trainer has a compact footprint 62 inches long by 27 inches wide by 64 inches tall.

The Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer features eight resistance levels and eight programs for a challenging workout.

Key Features:

• BioGlide motion technology allows for a natural-feeling stride
• BioFit comfort footpads and handlebars
• Grip heart rate on handlebars
• 18-inch stride length
• Eight computer-controlled resistance levels
• Eight workout programs: manual, six profile programs, and calorie goal
• Quick Start function
• Eddy current brake resistance
• Dimensions: 62 inches long by 27 inches wide by 64 inches tall
• Three feedback programs: recovery mode, results mode, BMI
• Transport wheels for easy movement
• Water bottle holder

What's in the Box?
Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer, user's manual, warranty information

Compare these Schwinn Elliptical Trainers Schwinn 430 Schwinn 418 Schwinn 431 (New for 2008) Schwinn 438 Style Front Drive Dual Action Front Drive Dual Action Front Drive Dual Action Front Drive Dual Action Stride Length 18' 18' 18' 18' Drive Train Poly V-belt Poly V-belt Poly V-belt Poly V-belt Motion Forward/ Reverse Forward/ Reverse Forward/ Reverse Forward/ Reverse Resistance Magnetic Magnetic Magnetic Magnetic Resistance Levels 16 8 16 16 Dimensions (L x W x H) 59' x 26' x 68' 66' x 25' x 66' 59' x 26' x 68' 66' x 25' x 66' Product Weight 152 pounds 172 pounds 172 pounds 172 pounds Maximum User Weight 275 pounds 275 pounds 300 pounds 300 pounds Display LCD LCD Backlit LCD Backlit LCD with LED prompts Display Features Speed, time, distance, RPM, watts, pulse, calories, interval time, resistance Speed, time, calories, calories per/hour, distance, heart rate, watts, resistance Speed, time, distance, RPM, watts, pulse, calories, interval time, resistance Speed, time, distance, RPM, watts, pulse, calories, interval time, resistance Heart Rate Grip Grip Grip Grip and telemetric Programs 1 manual, 6 profile, 1 calorie goal, results mode, BMI test 1 manual, 6 profile, 1 custom, 3 HRC 1 manual, 10 profile, 3 HRC, 2 custom, time trial, calorie goal, fitness test, BMI test, recovery mode, results mode 1 manual, 10 profile, 3 HRC, 2 custom (per user), time trial, calorie goal, fitness test, BMI test, recovery mode, results mode Warranty Frame--15 years, parts--2 years, electronics--1 year, labor--90 days Frame--15 years, parts--2 years, electronics--1 year, labor--6 months Frame--15 years, parts--2 years, electronics--1 year, labor--6 months Frame--30 years, parts--3 years, electronics--1 year, labor--1 year Other Features Transport wheels, bottle holder Transport wheels, bottle holder Transport wheels, bottle holder, 3-speed fan, MP3/iPod holder Transport wheels, bottle holder, 3-speed fan, 4 user settings

About Elliptical Trainers
Elliptical trainers represent the next wave of advancement in low-impact cardiovascular exercise machines and continue to grow in popularity. By simulating motions experienced through walking, stepping, cycling, and skiing, elliptical machines allow for a smooth and fluid motion while building strength in the arms and legs. Similar to the exercise position for treadmills, elliptical trainers are used by standing in an upright position while holding the handrails of the machine. With elliptical trainers, however, your feet remain in the foot pedals throughout the exercise regimen and circulate in a smooth and seamless motion, resulting in little to no impact on the knees, back, and hips.

Elliptical trainers are compatible for all ages and fitness levels and allow you to select the difficulty level through the incline and intensity settings. Additionally, elliptical trainers allow you to determine the complexity of your workout based on your needs, all while listening to music, watching television, or reading a magazine while exercising in the comfort and safety of your own home.

Although different types of elliptical trainers offer an assortment of features, many of them include an array of challenging programs, forward and reverse directional movement, EKG grip pulse handles, a lightweight portable design with easy fold-up capability, and a monitor displaying calories burned, distance, speed, time, and heart rate. Other types of exercise machines, namely treadmills and bikes, offer excellent cardiovascular exercise and muscular training for the legs in a forward-motion exercise. Elliptical trainers take this to the next level by offering an upper and lower body workout with dual motion, challenging and diverse programs, and a low-impact exercise machine that won't strain sensitive joints.





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Customer Rating: - Does the job
Great product which does the job with everything you need. Quiet and stable, the elliptical has an even and smooth motion. There are many levels to choose from and an array of programs. My only gripe is that it's really hard even on the 3rd or 4th level. I may be out of shape but the machine is quite tight. I would recommend it for someone looking for a solid workout.

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Customer Rating: - Elliptical
I thought this product was wonderful for the price. It did take a long time to put together, but with two people it was fine. I do have the problem that others have stated with the heart rate sensor, but as long as I hold them for a good 30 seconds I get an acurate reading.

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Customer Rating: - Excellent value for the price
Performance:
We bought this model 3 weeks ago, after researching elliptical trainers on Consumer Reports as well as in stores. The Schwinn took about 3 hours for my wife and I to setup (2 people are definitely recommended), and we have both been using it about 4 times a week for an hour each. So far, its smooth and relatively noiseless (we have it on the recommended Ironman mat). The display is a bit difficult to see, but its not an issue if the area is reasonably well lit.

Shipping & delivery:
The package arrived about 4 days after ordering it, and while that was pleasantly quick, it was bulky and heavy (as expected). I ended up dismantling it in the garage and moving it down to the basement piece by piece.

Overall, we're very satisfied. You get the rock solid and stable feel of gym machines, without the associated exorbitant cost.

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Customer Rating: - Very dissappointing from Day 1
My wife and I were very excited about our purchase of the Schwinn 430. However, from Day 1 this has been a disappointing experience.

For starters, be wary of shipping on Amazon. Although its free, it only includes delivery to the front door of your building. That being said, if you live in apartment, they will not bring the item to your actual apartment unit. This particular item is at least 150 lbs so be prepared.

Next, it took us some time to put the item together. Some of the parts did not align quite right. So that can be a potential issue.

Now, the biggest problem is that after putting the item together, we had two major problems.

1st, the flywheel was making loud thud. 2nd, the computer display had a rattling noise right out of the box, and after mounting it and connecting the power cord, it did not work.

So we contacted Schwinn, who sent a new flywheel and a technician out to our home to fix the flywheel. It now works okay. He said it was likely bent.

The other big issue is that the display is on back order from Schwinn. Schwinn does not plan on having a new display out to us until late December. Thus, one cannot change the tension on the machine making it effectively useless.

I contacted Amazon but because its out of their 30 day window, they claimed that nothing could be done from their end. I always had great customer experiences from Amazon but this has been an overall nightmare.

So basically we paid $600 for an exercise equipment that we cannot use.

In retrospect, I would not have bought this item from Amazon. In addition, I would not have gone with a Schwinn product. Please be wary.