What is the difference between an exercise (stationary) bike and a spin bike?

Author: bob bleckly
Date: Jan 31, 2010 - 10:03:31 PM

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Both the spin bike and exercise bike are a type of stationary bike that ultimately allows you to pedal on the spot allowing for varying form of exercise. It is important to be aware of these differences before making the final decision in buying a stationary bike.

Spin Bikes

-           Contain less moving parts and are simpler and easier to repair and maintain

-           Contains a fixed wheel that will keep pedals moving with its momentum even if you stop actively applying force

-           Generally have less features compared with exercise bikes, although some can some with cycling computers

-           Have tension that is manually adjusted by knobs

-           Provide for a posture that is similar to that of road and track bikes, giving the user a similar experience

-           Can simulate standing up right on pedals during sprints or uphill climbs where much force is exerted on the pedals

-           Are usually suited to the spinning classes or for cyclists unable to train outdoors where motivation is either individual or the instructor. There are no inbuilt programs to keep you going

-           Calories burnt are slightly greater as you cannot simply stop pedalling and let the wheel spin

Exercise Bikes

-           Are more suitable to those who are not specialized cyclists

-           Can be more comfortable for those not suited to sitting on a road bike due to the upright posture and large seat

-           Contains a flywheel that can move freely, such as when the pedals are not moving

-           Contain more features such as LED displays, heart rate monitors, calories, speed, distance and automatically adjusted tension control

-           Feature inbuilt programs that can automatically adjust tension to simulate different terrain

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