Lowest Deals on Schwinn 431 Elliptical Trainers
Lowest Deals on Schwinn 431 Elliptical Trainers
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(86 Customer Reviews)
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Product Details
Elliptical trainers provide an effective cardiovascular workout that combines upper and lower body flexibility and coordination into one impact-free motion. By emulating the natural motion of your foot while supporting your heel throughout the stride, elliptical trainers are much easier on your knees and joints. In addition to feeling more natural while working out, regular use on ellipticals will increase heart and lung capacity while improving your health and burning calories.
The Schwinn 431 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 also appreciate the variety of workout programs, including three heart-rate controlled programs, a calorie goal program, a time trial, a fitness test, 10 profile programs, two custom programs, and a manual option. And thanks to the Eddy Current magnetic brake resistance system, the Schwinn 431 is smooth and quiet. Other details include an backlit LCD display with such feedback programs as Recovery Mode, Results Mode, and BMI; hand-grip heart rate monitors; a water bottle holder; and bottom wheels for easy transport. The Schwinn 431 measures 59 by 26 by 68 inches (L x W x H), weighs 172 pounds, and carries the following warranties: 15 years on the frame, two years on the parts, one year on the electronics, and 6 months on the labor.
 A blue backlit LCD display allows you to track your progress with feedback programs such as Recovery Mode, Results Mode, and BMI. |
 A built-in cup holder helps you stay well hydrated while exercising. |
Key Features:
- Schwinn BioFit console design includes an integrated MP3/portable media compartment, on-console towel hook, fan and oversized cushioned footplates
- Schwinn BioDyne performance system includes a 25-pound (11.3 kg) steel flywheel and computer controlled drive system that provide high inertia for smooth strides
- Transport wheels for convenience, and oversized stabilizer tubes for rock-solid steadiness; biomechanically designed linkages to provide a comfortable movement of the foot throughout the elliptical motion
- Multi-program and feature-packed Schwinn BioConnect computer allows users to input data, measure a variety of workout results, and track progress
- Oversized bottle holder fits most beverage containers and may be removed and cleaned separately
Specifications:
- Dimensions: 59 inches long by 26 inches wide by 68 inches tall
- Maximum User Weight: 300 pounds
- Power Requirements: AC Adapter
- Performance Features Resistance Levels: 16
- Resistance System: ECB (Eddy Current Brake) Resistance
- Drive system: Computer Controlled
- Workout Programs: Manual, Profile, Calorie Goal, Time Trial, Heart Rate Control, Fitness Test, Custom
- Feedback Programs: BMI (Body Mass Index), Recovery Mode, Results Mode
- Heart Rate Monitor: Grip Heart Rate Monitor
- Computer Features Display Type: Blue Backlit LCD
- Display Readout: Time, Interval Time, RPM, Watts, Distance, Pulse, Speed, Calories, Resistance
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See What Customers Are Saying:
Great machine, pending issue…….., January 30, 2009, by Dave
I researched elliptical machines for a few days and read that Consumer Reports gave the Schwinn 418 (a 2007 model?) high marks in the under $1000 price range. After seeing that, I concentrated on Schwinn and dug into the posts here and other sites. I was close to buying the 430 model for $599 but someone noted the 431 model, a year newer, might be built using a little thicker tubing but that's not for sure as I didn't see them side by side. Schwinn claims the 431 is built for up to 300lbs versus 275lbs for the 430. The mechanics on the two models are the same. In addition to holding more weight, the 431 has more upgrades of which a few seemed worth the extra $$$s….the padded pedals, backlit console, and a bigger, user friendlier bottle holder (which will hold a lot of other things…the remote for one!). The fan is below average at best. It just doesn't produce much of a breeze. If it's important to you, the 431 looks more high end than the 430 due to the covers on the arm pivots and underneath the console. They hide a lot of the welding work. The smaller footprint compared to other makes and models is a huge plus if you have limited space.
I paid $746 through Amazon (with a $100 off promotion) and received the machine a week ago. (An earlier delivery date was somehow missed by the shipping company CEVA.) It initially took me about 3 hours to assemble plus additional time once I looked over my work and discovered a few minor mistakes. See assembly tips below.
The machine itself is very sturdy and feels solid. I'm 6' 210lbs and it doesn't sway or move. Very quiet! The only real noise I hear is when my heels raise slightly off the foot pedal and even this could probably be improved with cutouts of thin carpet or other noise muffling material on the pedals. The level settings give you a nice range of resistence and I doubt anyone could outgrow this machine.
Overall, despite the mechanical issue noted below, I like the machine and it seems to be just want I was looking for. I'm torn on the rating because if the tracks weren't an issue, it'd be an easy five. I'll give it a five anyway. Customer service seems to be more than accommodating from what I've read from other posts.
When I contact and get a response from Schwinn, install new tracks, and put some extensive exercise time on it, I'll update the post.
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AN IMPORTANT MECHANICAL ISSUE WITH MY MACHINE:
—For those who bought or are going to buy this or another model, take careful notice of how the wheels lay in the tracks (Schwinn calls them Extrusion Assemblies). I got on the machine facing backwards and wanted to make sure the wheels moved equally well. They don't on mine. I noticed even with my full weight on the machine, one wheel (the left one) on each pair didn't move with the same force as the other in it's pair
In exercise position, I can actually move the 2 wheels in question with my hand. This could lead to major issues in the future!!
I lifted the machine from the back as if I was going to move it and I can see one wheel of each pair is not touching the track. One of them is very high off and the other slightly. The one track actually looks like it is leaning left compared to the other. I reversed the tracks to see what would happen and the problem followed the track. The higher wheel is now part of the other pair.
After putting the machine down, I ran my fingers under the sides of the tracks and felt a distinct difference in clearance on the left side of the worse rail which confirms what I saw earlier……one track leans left! Hoping it is just bent tracks and not a frame issue, I'm going to call Schwinn and ask for 2 new tracks.
It's not the kind of thing that's noticable unless you look for it. I think the machine won't sustain operating properly with most of your weight on 1 of the 2 wheels per side. It could also start to pull other things out of alignment. Take a look at your machine!
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A few points to keep in mind when assembling:
1. When you put the arm pivot rod on, it may take some hits with a hammer or preferable a mallet. As I hammered in, I noticed the black spacer coming out the other end so watch for this. It'll have to be put back in place. You also have to equal out the rod by eyesight.
2. When you put the black movement arm wire cover on, don't force it. One side snapped right into the pivot shoulder cover while the other just didn't sit well hitting one or more of the bolts. If you loosen the bolts holding the arms (there is some play there) and retighten it in a slightly different position, the cover should fit better.
3. When you attach the console, make sure you run the long wire though the center and run the fan wire up though the hole at the top and connect both wires to the back of the console. For those who's fans don't work, you may have plugged into the wrong connectors. I did this the first time and thought my fan was broken. Test everything before you attach the console. Save yourself time and aggrevation.
4. Like many, I used white grease where I thought it would help.
5. I didn't tighten bolts on movement parts all the way as this seems to eventually cause squeaks. I aimed for a quarter or have turn away from fully tightened.
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Quiet and smooth., January 28, 2009, by Catherine A. Martin
Quiet and smooth. The instructions for assembly were clear and done in sections which made it easy for a novice like me to put together. From opening the large box to final assembly took me 3 1/2 hours. The Ellipitical looks great and is very sturdy. I researched ellipiticals for weeks before settling on this one. It is the best value and product for the money. Highly recommended.
