Schwinn exercise bikes may be the most famous stationary bikes. It's mostly because the company has been in the business for so long. The Schwinn Airdyne became a classic. Now some of the other models are somewhat famous too. Across the product line, these bikes provide quality and features with low to moderate price levels. Here's what Schwinn offers...

1. Quality plus value.

Schwinn bikes usually aren't the cheapest bikes for a given type of machine. They usually aren't the most expensive either. No, the bikes are moderate in price, but higher in quality. That's the value. The Schwinn Airdyne for example costs more than many dual action bikes, but less than some. But, then it's made to last for decades. Mine has...

2. Upright stationary bikes.

Their line of upright bikes fits the value profile. The Schwinn 113 for example offers many features but at a very modest price. With uprights you get bikes that have a small footprint and store easily. These bikes cost considerably less than most other types. The ride feels more like a road type bike than some other models.

3. Recumbent bikes.

Recumbent bikes excel at comfort. The Schwinn 240 for example has a wide comfortable seat and it's whisper quiet. That's because of the silent magnetic drive. That drive also is programmable so you can ride simulated courses to make exercising more interesting. Again, the Schwinn models are just moderate priced, but high in features and quality. If you value comfort and quiet the recumbents are tough to best.

4. The classic Schwinn Air Dyne.

The Airdyne made Schwinn stationary bikes famous. Get a total body workout while you spin the big fan. These bikes aren't quiet, nor are they heavy on electronics. That means you get no built-in programmable exercise workout routines controlled by computer. What they are is simple, rugged and interesting to ride. I've been riding the same Airdyne for almost twenty years and it was used when I got it...

Also, the total body workout has distinct advantages as you get to work arms and shoulders at the same time you exercise lower body parts too. That way you get at most of the major muscle groups which is an efficient way to get calories burned and metabolism boosted for real long-term fat loss and weight control.

5. Online exercise bike buying?

Why buy an exercise bike online? Easier shopping for one thing. Comparison shop without driving all over the place. Then you don't have to pay retail at online shops. You buy at a discount. What about shipping??? It's free at the right places. Buying online is a better way to buy exercise bikes.

Schwinn builds tough bikes that give good value. My bike has been completely trouble-free for almost twenty years. They don't get much repeat business from people like me. That's because many people will only need one bike to last a lifetime. If you prefer a recumbent bike, Schwinn is noted for some of the best values in recumbents. Not the cheapest machines in any of the categories, Schwinn offers many features as well as quality at moderate prices.