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Schwinn 420 Elliptical Trainer

Schwinn 420 Elliptical Trainer

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Brand: Schwinn
Category: Sports

List Price: $799.00
Buy New: $599.00
as of 3/11/2010 03:57 CST details
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New (2) Used (1) from $568.99

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars 32 reviews
Sales Rank: 461

Shipping Weight (lbs): 165
Dimensions (in): 41 x 39 x 15

MPN: 100160
Model: 100160
UPC: 708447505903
EAN: 0708447505903
ASIN: B00275R2IY

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Features:
  • Provides smooth upper- and lower-body cardiovascular workout with 16 resistance levels
  • 12 workout programs, including 6 course profiles, fitness test and custom workout
  • Integrated grip heart rate system for easy fitness monitoring
  • Ergonomic handles for multiple workout positions; natural-feeling 18-inch stride
  • 300-pound maximum user weight; 5-year warranty on frame, 1 year on parts and electronics
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Product Description
The Schwinn® 420A elliptical is engineered with biomechanically designed linkages for a comfortable and natural elliptical path. BioDyne™ performance features a perimeter-weighted flywheel with high inertia for smooth, consistent workouts.

Amazon.com Product Description
Ideal for the home gym for fitness enthusiasts of any skill level, the Schwinn 420 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 420 offers 16 computer-controlled resistance levels and 12 programs for workout variety, including six user-profile programs, one fitness test, and one custom workout. Its quick start functions allows you to easily change your resistance level while exercising to challenge yourself to the next level. It 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.

Features and Specifications:

  • Biomechanically designed linkages means a comfortable and natural elliptical path
  • Ergonomic handles for multiple workout positions; fixed and moving handlebars
  • Perimeter weighted flywheel with high inertia for smooth, consistent workouts
  • Oversized stabilizers and levelers that are built-in for a solid workout platform
  • 12 workout programs, including 6 course profiles, fitness test and custom workout
  • Integrated grip heart rate system for easy fitness monitoring
  • Water bottle holder
  • Magazine rack
  • Transport wheels
  • 16 resistance levels
  • Eddy Current Brake (ECB) resistance system
  • 18-inch stride length
  • Switchable from miles to kilometers (KM)
  • Maximum user weight: 300 pounds

Manufacturer's Warranty
5 years on the frame, 1 year on parts and electronics, 3 months on wear parts, 3 months on labor



The Schwinn 420 offers biomechanically designed linkages for a comfortable and natural feel.

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Style Front Drive Dual Action Front Drive Dual Action Front Drive Dual Action Front Drive Dual Action Variable Stride Dual Action
Stride Length 18 inches 18 inches 18 inches 18 inches 2 to 26 inches
Motion Forward/
Reverse		 Forward/
Reverse		 Forward/
Reverse		 Forward/
Reverse		 Forward/
Reverse
Resistance Magnetic ECB Magnetic ECB Magnetic ECB Magnetic ECB Magnetic ECB
Resistance Levels 16 16 16 16 16
Dimensions (L x W x H) 59" x 26" x 68" 62" x 26" x 71" 59" x 26" x 68" 62" x 26" x 71" 54" x 34" x 73"
Product Weight 152 pounds 154 pounds 172 pounds 165 pounds 221 pounds
Maximum User Weight 275 pounds 300 300 pounds 300 300 pounds
Display LCD LCD Backlit LCD Backlit LCD Touch screen, backlit LCD
Display Features Speed, time, distance, RPM, watts, pulse, calories, interval time, resistance Speed, time, distance, RPM, watts, pulse, calories, interval time, resistance, course profile Speed, time, distance, RPM, watts, pulse, calories, interval, time, resistance Speed, time, distance, RPM, watts, pulse, calories, interval time, resistance, course profile Speed, time, distance, RPM, watts, pulse, calories, interval time, resistance, course profile
Heart Rate Grip Grip Grip Chest strap with telemetry; grip on handlebars Chest strap with telemetry; grip on handlebars
Programs 1 manual, 6 profile, 1 calorie goal, results mode, BMI test 1 manual, 8 profile 1 manual, 10 profile, 2 heart rate control, 2 custom, time trial, calorie goal, fitness test, BMI test, recovery mode, results, mode 1 manual, 11 profile, 2 custom for two users 1 manual, 11 profile, 2 custom for two users
Warranty Frame--15 years, parts--2 years, electronics--1 year, labor--90 days Frame--5 years, parts--1 year, electronics--1 year, labor--90 days Frame--15 years, parts--2 years, electronics--1 year, labor--6 months Frame--10 years, parts--2 years, electronics--1 year, wear parts--90 days Frame--10 years, parts--2 years, electronics--1 year, wear parts--90 days
Other Features Transport wheels, water bottle holder Transport wheels, water bottle holder, magazine rack Transport wheels, water bottle holder, 3-speed fan, MP3/iPod holder Transport wheels, oversized deluxe footpads, water bottle holder, magazine rack Transport wheels, fixed and moving handlebars, articulating foot plates, cooling fan, water bottle holder

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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5 out of 5 stars Could not have asked for a better machine!   March 11, 2010
Joy Monroe (A cold tundra)
I am so glad I purchased this item!! First, I enjoy the fact that it is set up in my own home, versus going to a gym and using that place's dirty machines; or running into the possibility of having to wait for one to be open. Second, I use it almost every single day! The machine is easy to use and you get a really good workoout from it. Unfortunately, I can't comment on how easy or hard it was to set-up. I wasn't home when it came, and my family was nice enough to take it in for me and set it up. But I do remember from reviews that it took a couple of hours, and that is about as long as it took for them to assemble it together. I don't mind that there isn't a water holder - previous reviews complained of it. Would and have recommend this to anybody.


5 out of 5 stars Great Machine   March 10, 2010
RGB (RENO, NV, US)
My girl friend and I have tried every machine we've seen for the last two years looking for one that is smooth and small enough for the house. If we went into a store, and we went to a lot, and they had an elliptical we were on it We both go to a gym and use the professional ellipticals there so we have been disappointed by the clunky jarring that every machine we've tried has exhibited, except one we found at Scheeles, but it was somewhat big and $300.00 more than the 420. This is the only machine we found that is reasonably priced and small enough for the house. It has a nice fit for both of us with easy to reach handles and grips. It is smoooth, there isn't the slightest clunk in the rotation which was our primary criteria for an elliptical. This unit is very well priced and of very high quality. As far as assembly from the time I opened the box it took me about two hours to put it together though I am somewhat mechanically inclined. I thought the instructions were complete and easy to understand. I did grease the moving parts as some of the other reviewers suggested, and that seems to be a good idea. The trainer is very quiet. We are avid users, and are very pleased with this elliptical. Kudos to Schwinn for building a well thought out machine. If you are looking for a great elliptical this is it.


5 out of 5 stars Great Elliptical For the Price!!!!   March 10, 2010
Shane Williamson (Iowa)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

We have owned this for 3 days and have used it 6 or 7 times. Personally I have never been on an elliptical but my review is 5 stars and I'm sure my wife would say the same.

The shipping took 10 business days from AZ to Iowa, nothing unexpected and definately can't complain with FREE shipping!

It took us about an 1 1/2 hrs to put together and ended up with 2 bolts leftover, who knows what they are used for but definately not for the machine. Directions were good except for 1 set of washers (black) being mislabled.

I'm 6' and my wife is 5'5" we both have no problems with the machine in terms of reach.
In my opinion if your 5'3" or below you may want to find something else.

Overall it's great value for the $, very solid, much better looking than the Schwinn 430 that has so many reviews, most from 2007. Not exactly understanding why the console is plugged into the wall instead of batteries or why it's not backlit but really not a dealbreaker or a hassle. Don't hesitate to buy this over the 430 or any other elliptical in the same price range, you won't be disappointed!


5 out of 5 stars Terrific machine for the money   February 23, 2010
Elizabeth K. Mcdonald (South Kingstown, RI)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

When my new job made it too difficult to get to the gym on a daily basis I decided to invest in my own equipment. This is an excellent machine--sturdy, quiet, dependable and challenging. I had read that the set-up could be difficult and was dreading it until I learned that a local Sears franchise would accept the delivery from Amazon, then deliver it to my house and set it up for $100!

I did get a little confused about how to access the custom programs that are preloaded on the machine but I muddled through and have been fine with them ever since. The direction manual is hopeless as has already been stated in other reviews, and the intervals are a little longer (40 seconds) than I am used to, but for the money, I give this product top marks.


4 out of 5 stars Great purchase!   February 22, 2010
Kristin L. Startin (Wyoming)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Quiet and easy to use. Took a few hours to put together and even the low settings are pretty difficult but overall a great purchase!

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