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Schwinn 420 Elliptical Trainer | 
| Brand: Schwinn
Category: Sports
List Price: $799.00
Buy New: $597.54
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Rating:  72 reviews
Sales Rank: 561
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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| Compare These Elliptical Trainers |
| Schwinn 430 | Schwinn 420 | Schwinn 431 | Nautilus E514 | Schwinn 460 | | 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--90 days | 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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| Customer Reviews:
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 satisfied July 30, 2010
Timothy Harris
i am satisfied with this product it seems to be a very good piece of equipment.
 Excellent Value! Just a few issues! July 28, 2010
J. Thyen (Spartanburg, SC)
We purchased the Schwinn 420 Elliptical at a local sporting goods store, so we didn't have to worry about delivery. We brought the pickup truck, but the box was actually much smaller than expected and it could probably fit in most passenger vehicles. The box does weight over 150lbs, so don't attempt to lift it yourself.
Assembly was fairly straight-forward. The hardest part was getting everything out of the box and all the packing material. My wife helped with removing all the pieces from the box and disposing of all the trash. Other than that, I put it together myself and didn't see any reason why you would need 2 people.
All tools needed for assembly were included; however you would be better off using your own tools. Tightening all those bolts with the flimsy wrenches did not appeal to me.
The assembly instructions were excellent, except for one washer that was misidentified. The (4) small black washers are labeled "O" on the hardware card, but the instruction manual identifies them as "F". On the Hardware card, "F" refers to the two screws used to install a water bottle holder (which is not included). The good news is that the mislabeled washer is towards the end of the assembly process and was pretty easy to figure out what part was to be used.
I was very impressed with the way everything went together. I had absolutely no hole alignment problems. All the parts seem to be well made (except for the control console). The hardware seems to be of excellent quality, and I really liked the way it was organized and packed. It took me about 2 hours to put together. The only parts I had leftover were the (2) water bottle holder screws. I immediately took a water bottle holder off an old bicycle and installed it on the elliptical.
It was a bit wobbly at first, but once I figured out the leveling adjustments it was just fine! I'm pretty good with computers and electronics, but I could not figure out how to "add user" even while reading the operator instructions. So the first few times I used the machine I used "guest" mode. I eventually did figure out how to add a user, but could not figure out how to add a second user. Turns out you can only program in one primary user! Everyone else needs to sign in as guest. This is my biggest complaint about this machine!
The machine feels very solid, it is very smooth, and creates very little noise. I am 6'1" and I probably would prefer a slightly longer stride, but it still feels comfortable. Plus, since my wife is 5'4", a longer stride would be too much for her. Neither of us has any issues with the way the handles feel. Most importantly, both of us feel we get a great workout without any stress to our joints!
This is basically a 5-star machine, but I have just a few too many pet peeves to give it a top rating:
1. No Water Bottle Holder. That is just a plain stupid decision Schwinn's part! I am sure that a water bottle holder would be a key decision factor for many people. A cheap, but functional plastic water bottle holder, bought in bulk from China would cost only pennies. Why not include it? Especially since the mounting points are already designed into the machine and the mounting screws are included. However, don't make this a decision factor to choose another machine. You can pick up a water bottle holder at any store that sells bicycle accessories for a few bucks.
2. Only one primary user can be programmed in to the console. This is my biggest complaint about the machine. As inexpensive as electronic memory is these days, there is no reason why they should limit you to only one primary user! Since we bought this machine for both my wife and me to use, I might have gone with another machine if I realized this at the time of purchase!
3. No light on the display. While I can see it fine with the normal room light, the room light puts a glare on the TV. Since I sometimes like to work-out while watching TV, I have to turn the room light off to eliminate the glare on the TV, making it difficult to read the display. Not a big deal, but again Schwinn could have addressed this problem for mere pennies.
4. The magazine Reading Rack is a joke! Don't plan on reading anything while using this machine. A half-inch ledge does not make for a reading rack!
5. Pulse sensors take too long to read pulse. After placing your hands on the pulse sensors, it takes about 15 seconds to display 72 beats per minute. It always starts out at 72bpm, no matter what your actual pulse is. Then it gradually adjusts. After about 90 seconds, it finally settles in to the correct pulse.
6. Only a 3-month warranty. Hopefully this won't be an issue. So far, no problems.
7. Very poor operator instruction manual and an error in the assembly instruction manual.
Overall, I think this machine is solid, smooth, quiet, and provides an excellent workout. A great value, I just wish Schwinn would have addressed the few issues I detailed above.
Great Buy July 26, 2010
Rachael Day (Texas)
I am really happy with this elliptical.
It is super quiet, really makes no noise at all. It has a smooth gliding motion. It is sturdy. And the screen is easy to read. For a home elliptical with out spending an arm and a leg, you can't beat it.
The only negatives I have are that it was a bit of a workout putting it together. And I am not sure the heart-rate monitor is perfectly accurate 100% of the time.
But those things don't bother me enough to keep me from rating it 5 stars.
 Does the job.... but product and warranty sucks! July 15, 2010
Steven Resende (New Jersey)
Purchased 3 Schwinn 420 Elliptical and from day one had a problem with one of them. Had to have it returned for an exchange. Two months later another elliptical stopped working and read Error E-2 on the display.
Customer service is good and the equipment does work efficiently, just not sure on the durability.
Schwinn only offers a 90 day warranty on Labor, so after 90 days, your basically on your own.
Based on my experience, the Elliptical 420 is a poor design. I shouldn't have 2 elliptical crap out on me within a 2 month period.
Very happy with our decision! July 11, 2010
El Walto (San Francisco, CA United States)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
My wife and I were feeling depressingly out of shape from our very busy lives and really wanted to do something about it. Gyms were too expensive and time consuming, plus we knew we'd end up not going after a while if we ever did join. Money being an issue, we were still determined to do *something* and figured that investing in our health would be money well spent. So we decided on a low impact aerobic home machine in the form of an elliptical.
We began our research by visiting my brother's home where he had just purchased a Lifecore LC-985VG Elliptical Trainer. The machine was beautiful, small, quiet, and worked really well. I was like, "this is it!" because then we'd be done and on our way. But at a thousand dollars (at the time), we decided that we really needed to do more research to see if there was something equivalent or better for less money.
After reading hundreds of reviews online for basic all the way to super fancy models and visiting 4-5 stores to actually try out whatever we could find, we decided on the 420 and haven't looked back. It was only slightly bigger than that Lifecore, a bit less beautiful (which we decided we could live with), and was quiet. What sold us completely was the smoothness of motion due to the articulating foot pedals. I cannot tell you what a differentiator that one feature is. If you think about a natural walking motion, not only do your legs move in an elliptical pattern, but your feet flip up and down at your ankle. A majority of elliptical machines have flat foot surfaces which feel fine at first, but after you get on a machine with articulation, you wonder why all machines aren't built the same way.
The delivery guys were great and between the two of us, we carefully put it together in about 2 hours. Another great feature of the 420 is that is has wheels, so even though it's heavy, you can assemble it a bigger room and then roll it to where you're going to use it.
We've had the 420 for about a year now, and it went from being almost completely silent to having a slight squeak every now and again. We read reviews that recommended to not over tighten during assembly and I think it was good advice. The only maintenance I've had to perform besides dusting it and vacuuming detritus from the wheel tracks was to retighten the connection to the arms which had come a bit loose from usage.
Overall, the Schwinn 420 is a fantastic value, and in my opinion, the best elliptical I've ever been on (including what I used to use at 24 fitness).
Oh yeah, one more thing... some folks seemed *really* upset that this machine has a spot for a water bottle holder, but it doesn't actually come with one. It looks like it would easily accept the kind of water bottle holders that you'd screw onto a bike, but that was not a feature we cared about, so it wasn't a big deal.
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