The Schwinn A20 Recumbent Exercise Bike is an option for anyone in the market for a recumbent cycle to be used for at-home workouts. This bike will allow you to sneak in some exercise no matter what the weather is doing outside. If you are looking for a recumbent option because you are struggling with any kind of back problem, this bike could be perfect for you.

With many different types of recumbent cycles available, it will certainly do you good to take some time before you make a decision. As one of Schwinn’s top selling models, you should definitely look into the A20. Does it live up to the role of being a best seller? This review has all the information you need to investigate the Schwinn A20 Recumbent Exercise Bike.

Flywheel

The high inertia, high speed weighted flywheel on the the Schwinn A20 Recumbent Exercise Bike ensures that workouts are quiet and smooth. In fact, this model is so quiet, you should have no problem exercising at night or early in the morning even if you share a living space with other people. The A20 has been described as being “as quiet as a mouse.”

Resistance

This model features eight levels of eddy current magnetic resistance. The range of difficulty should be able to accommodate almost any fitness level.

Comfort

As a recumbent cycle, the A20 has a natural advantage over other kinds of exercise bikes. The ergonomic design of the seat provides users with a rare level of comfort during workout. It is also possible to position the seat and handlebars in order to achieve the ideal fit for your body. However, when stacked up against other recumbent models, there is one area where Schwinn’s product comes up lacking in comfort. Read the Any Complaints section below to learn more.

Programs and Features

With 11 workout programs that come preset into the computer console, the Schwinn A20 Recumbent Exercise Bike has a nice assortment of technological features. There are six profile programs and three different programs for heart rate control. These programs can add variety to any workout routine, which may be just what you need to stick to your goals. Users also have the option to create their own custom programs.

When it comes to the LCD display, you can find information regarding distance traveled, speed, resistance level, calories burned, pulse, and RPMs. For those more familiar with the metric system, there is the option to see distance in kilometers rather than miles.

Assembly and Storage

Detailed instructions make this product very easy to assemble out of the box. The Schwinn A20 Recumbent Exercise Bike will take less time to put together with two people, but one person can do it alone. Assembly could take as little as 30 minutes, possibly up to one hour. It is lightweight enough to make storage relatively easy.

Warranty

Schwinn provides a quality set of warranties. This cycle comes a two year frame warranty, a six month mechanical and electrical parts warranty, and a 30 day wear parts warranty.

Dimensions

The Schwinn A20 Recumbent Exercise Bike is 61 x 17 x 41 inches and it weighs in at 60 pounds.

User Reviews

The 2013 model has not been available for long, meaning there are very few reviews posted at this time. Amazon currently has fewer than 10 reviews from consumers. The average rating from these reviews is only 3.3 stars out of 5, but it may be too early to say this means it is a subpar product. The positive comments suggest that people believe it to be a fine entry level recumbent cycle.

People with more experience with recumbent cycles seem to believe that it is lacking in high end features. However, that should be expected with the lower price tag.

Any Complaints?

The first wave of reviewers have pointed to some little details as less than ideal. With a display that is hard to read and a fan that does not provide ample cooling power, the Schwinn A20 Recumbent Exercise Bike may indeed have some room for improvement.

Final Recommendation

All in all, users believe that the Schwinn A20 Recumbent Exercise Bike is built well and offers a reasonable workout experience for the price. However, it is hard to overlook the fact that few people seem to have any extremely positive comments to make. It would be hard to say the Schwinn A20 Recumbent Exercise Bike is the ideal choice for this price range, but it should be perfectly suitable for someone looking to start out with a recumbent cycle.

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