BodyWorx Commercial Bike Erg (Concept 2 style Air Bike)

Description

If you’re after a big, strong, robust exercise bike to hire in Melbourne, a bike that will put up with as much cycling as you can throw at it, then here is the bike you want!

BodyWorx Commercial Bike Erg (Concept 2 style Air Bike)

The Bodyworx Bike Erg is a very popular, modern style of stationary exercise bike training that mimics the feel of riding a real bike, thanks to its clutch system that lets the flywheel spin freely when you stop pedalling. It has the same flywheel, Performance Monitor and design as the Concept2 Indoor Rowers and SkiErgs, bringing the strengths and features previously brought to rowing and cross-country skiing. The flywheel uses air resistance to create a smooth, quiet ride that responds to your efforts. The damper is your gearing, allowing you to adjust the feel of your ride. Unlike most stationary bikes, the BikeErg has a clutch, so just like a real road bike, when you stop pedalling, the flywheel keeps on spinning. It might just be the missing piece to your gym at home!

The sophisticated Monitor gives you instantaneous workout feedback, with a wide variety of displays and workouts to choose from. The Monitor is calibrated so you’ll be able to directly compare your times and distances with other people, as well as track your progress. The BikeErg comes from a company with over 40 years experience of making innovative, high quality fitness products. Whatever sort of indoor cycling workout you’re after, whether you’re looking to get fit or gain an edge for your next race, the Bodyworx BikeErg is the perfect machine for you.

How does the BikeErg differ from a spin bike?

A spin bike typically has a heavy flywheel with an adjustable (friction) brake. Once you adjust the brake, the resistance will be the same at any pedal cadence. This means you can set a low resistance and pedal at a high cadence or set a high resistance and feel that high pedal force even at low cadence.

The BikeErg has a flywheel with fan blades, which cause increasing air resistance as the wheel spins faster and as the damper allows more air to circulate. The resistance you feel on the BikeErg is a function of your cadence. Simply increasing your cadence will also increase the resistance, similar to a road bike. Adjusting airflow to the fan will change the resistance you feel at a given cadence. Airflow is controlled by a simple damper lever on the fan enclosure. The result is much like changing the gearing.

PERFORMANCE MONITOR:

Every BikeErg includes an advanced Performance Monitor or Console which provides repeatable, comparable data for every ride. The monitor offers automatic “Just Ride” mode, or allows you to set up a variety of workouts. The monitor gives you a wide range of data, including pace, watts, cadence (rpm) and Calories, and can automatically store this information. The console uses power from 2 D-cell batteries whenever it is not being powered by the flywheel.

GET CONNECTED:

The BikeErg monitor has both Bluetooth and ANT+ wireless connectivity, allowing it to connect to many heart rate belts, fitness devices and apps. Third party apps, such as Zwift and Kinomap can provide additional features to help keep you motivated.

FLYWHEEL AND DAMPER:

The BikeErg uses the same flywheel design as the Concept2 indoor rowers and SkiErg to create a responsive, continuous ride. The flywheel puts you in full control of your exertion and resistance at all times. The damper allows you to quickly adjust the airflow to the flywheel during the workout. This has a similar effect to changing gears on a bicycle. Opening the damper and letting more air into the flywheel is like shifting into a heavier gear. Closing the damper lightens the “gearing”.

ADJUSTABLE SADDLE AND HANDLEBARS:

Both the saddle and handlebar positions are easily adjustable. You can set the saddle height with our secure and easy tool-free ratcheting system. The fore and aft saddle position and angle can be adjusted for custom fitting. The handlebars move up and down, and forward and back, and with three different handlebar riding options, you can easily find the setting that’s best for you.

Technical Specifications:

• Overall Length: 122 cm
• Width: 61 cm
• Seat Height Seat to Pedal range: (approximately) 79-103 cm
• Crank Length: 170 mm
• Q Factor: 15.5 cm
• Drive System: Poly-groove belts with self-tensioning system
• Resistance: 10 adjustable levels (via Dampener)
• Console Monitor: Backlit LCD Display
• Power Requirement: Requires 2 D cell batteries. During your workout, the monitor draws power from the spinning flywheel to extend battery life
• Maximum User Weight: 150 kg
• Construction: Welded aluminium frame with Steel feet
• Finish: Black powder coat frame; grey anodised posts
• Assembled Size: 140L x 60W x 135H cm

Don’t delay, start burning those calories today!

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