Tuesday 10 January 2017

Schwinn AD Pro versus Schwinn AD6 Airdyne Exercise Bikes, Comparison Review

The Schwinn AD Pro (also referred to as AD7) and Schwinn AD6 Airdyne Exercise Bikes are both high-quality air/fan bikes that offer a unique total-body workout with moving handlebars that’s more effective than cycling alone.

The AD Pro (AD7) is Schwinn’s top-of-the-range Airdyne Bike, constructed with commercial-grade components suitable for higher intensity training, whereas the Schwinn AD6 is built for moderate exercise in the comfort of your own home.
 

Both the Schwinn AD Pro and AD6 Airdyne Bikes utilize wind resistance that effectively offers unlimited resistance levels, working on the premise that the faster/harder you pedal the more intensive the resistance will be.

Being the top-model, the Schwinn AD Pro offers several upgrades over the AD6, including the addition of 9 workout programs which the AD6 doesn’t have.

The drive system differs between the 2 Schwinn Airdyne Bikes with the AD Pro utilizing a single stage direct-drive system, while the AD6 utilizes a dual-stage super torque belt system.

The Schwinn AD Pro also features an up-graded saddle which is adjustable both up/down and forwards/backwards for a custom fit, while the AD6’s saddle only adjusts up/down.  The AD Pro also features a universal rail and clamp system, making it easy to swap out the saddle for one of your own if required.

Look closely at the pictures of the 2 Schwinn Airdyne Bikes and you’ll also see that the design of the handlebars differ between the AD Pro and the AD6, with the AD Pro having multi-position handles for different hand-placement positions.

Both Airdyne Bikes feature foot rests, giving you the option of isolating upper body movement if required.

Schwinn AD Pro's console with 9 workout programs, image
Schwinn AD Pro's console
Schwinn AD6's console, image
Schwinn AD6's console

Both the Schwinn AD Pro and Schwinn AD6 Airdyne Bikes come with an LCD console which displays motivating workout stats and both are telemetry enabled for use with a compatible wireless heart-rate chest-strap to help you keep within your target heart-rate zone.

There’s a slight difference in overall dimensions between the 2 Schwinn Airdyne Bikes (see table below) and the Schwinn AD Pro also allows for a higher user weight capacity of up to 350 lbs compared to the Schwinn AD6’s 300 lbs user weight capacity.

Both Airdyne Bikes feature built-in stabilizers for added stability and built-in transportation wheels for easy relocation.





Let’s take a look at the main differences and similarities in features and specifications between the Schwinn AD Pro and Schwinn to help you decide on which is the best Airdyne air/fan exercise bike for you:


Main differences in features & specifications between the Schwinn AD Pro (AD7) versus Schwinn AD6 Airdyne Exercise Bikes:


SCHWINN AIRDYNE
AD PRO (AD7)
SCHWINN AIRDYNE
AD6
Differences
PRICE
Retails at around $430 MORE than the AD6
Retails at around $430 LESS than the AD Pro
MODEL NO.
AD Pro (AD7)
AD6
DRIVE SYSTEM
Single stage direct-drive
Dual-stage Super Torque belt
WORKOUT PROGRAMS
9 programs including:
·         Interval goals
·         Target goals
·         HR indicators for fat burn
·         Aerobic training
·         Anaerobic training
None
SCREEN DISPLAY
High contrast LCD
High resolution LCD
STATS DISPLAYED
·         Time
·         Distance
·         Speed
·         RPM
·         Watts
·         Calories
·         Pulse
·         Time
·         Distance
·         RevMeter
·         RPM
·         Power
·         Calories
·         Pulse
SEAT
Oversized padded seat
Extra-padded seat, anatomically designed
SEAT
ADJUSTABILITY
·         Up/down
·         Forwards / backwards
·         Up/down
UNIVERSAL RAIL & CLAMP SYSTEM
Yes for ability to swap out seat
No
HANDLEBARS
·         Moving handlebars
·         Multi-position handles for vertical or horizontal hand placement
·         Moving handlebars
·         Standard handles
MAX.
USER WEIGHT CAPACITY

Up to 350 lbs

Up to 300 lbs
DIMENSIONS
Approx.  42” long x 20” wide x 52” high
Approx.  49.7” long x 25.7” wide x 50.9” high
WEIGHT OF BIKE
Approx.  113 lbs
Approx.  112 lbs
QUALITY OF COMPONENTS
Commercial- grade
Standard
MANUFACTURER
WARRANTY
Frame – 10 years
Parts – 2 years
Elec – 2 years
Labor – 6 months
Frame – 15 years
Parts – 3 years
Elec – 2 years
Labor – 6 months



In addition to the above features, the Schwinn AD Pro and Schwnn AD6 Airdyne Exercise Bikes BOTH offer:


SCHWINN AIRDYNE
AD PRO (AD7)
SCHWINN AIRDYNE
AD6
Similarities
RESISTANCE
Air (wind) resistance, effectively offers unlimited resistance levels – works on the premise that the faster/harder you pedal, the more intensive the resistance will be
HEART-RATE MONITOR
Telemetry enabled (compatible with wireless heart-rate chest-strap, available separately)
FOOT RESTS
Foot rests give the option of isolating upper body movement
PORTABILITY
Built-in transportation wheels
STABILITY
Built-in stabilizers


Summary:

You’ll love the total body workout that the Schwinn Airdyne Exercise Bikes offer!  Exercise bikes in general offer an effective low-impact workout that’s easier on your joints compared to many other forms of exercise.

If you’re looking to do some more intensive training, then opt for the Schwinn AD Pro.  Its commercial build quality ensures it will stand up to heavier use and long-lasting durability whether at home or in a commercial gym setting.  You also get the addition of workout programs with the AD Pro which helps to keep your workouts interesting and challenging.

For many people looking to get fit in the comfort of their own home, the Schwinn AD6 would be more than adequate for your needs.  It’s well-built for light to moderate exercise, is easy to use with no complicated programs to figure out and being lower-priced would save you some hard-earned $$s!


N.B.  It’s always advisable to consult your doctor or health care professional before undertaking any new exercise regime.

*Prices/discounts/shipping indicated correct at time of writing/publishing and may be subject to change anytime.  E&OE.


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