Schwinn 418 Elliptical Trainer [Discontinued] Review
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Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #242355 in Sports & Outdoors
- Size: Measure 25 X 66 X 66 Inches (W X H X D), 15-Year Frame Warranty
- Brand: Schwinn
- Model: 3611016
Features
- Elliptical trainer with smooth and quiet magnetic resistance system
- Includes 12 workout programs and 8 computer-controlled levels
- LCD display tracks time, speed, distance, RPM, level, calories, and more
- Oversized pedals with 18-inch stride length; 275-pound capacity
- Measures 25 x 66 x 66 inches (W x H x D); 15-year frame warranty
- Elliptical trainer with smooth and quiet magnetic resistance system
- Includes 12 workout programs and 8 computer-controlled levels
- LCD display tracks time, speed, distance, RPM, level, calories, and more
- Oversized pedals with 18-inch stride length; 275-pound capacity
- Measures 25 x 66 x 66 inches (W x H x D); 15-year frame warranty
Product Description
? Elliptical trainer with smooth and quiet magnetic resistance system
? Includes 12 workout programs and 8 computer-controlled levels
? LCD display tracks time, speed, distance, RPM, level, calories, and more
? Oversized pedals with 18-inch stride length; 275-pound capacity
? Measure 25 X 66 X 66 Inches (W X H X D), 15-Year Frame Warranty
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
101 of 101 people found the following review helpful.
A Good and Simple Exercise Machine
By Peter Tynan
In the two weeks I have used the Schwinn 418 Elliptical Trainer I have been quite happy with its performance. Its magnetic friction keeps the machine quiet so others in the house don't complain about the noise. The motion is silk smooth and still provides a good workout.Why not 5 stars? First, the one of the footpads came broken and I have had to order a new one (machine is still usable of course). And second, the instructions are unclear about using the control panel. I have been learning how to use it through trial and error.
160 of 164 people found the following review helpful.Silky smooth, totally silent
By M. Potvin
I purchased the 418 from Amazon after finding that this was the Consumer Reports Best Buy, and rated number two on their review list. Intermingled with the several thousand dollar units was the Schwinn, MSRP of $1200. Amazon had it for $799 w/ free shipping, a bit more than other retailers, but they weren't offering free shipping, so the price difference became a dollar.The unit was delivered within a couple weeks, handled by a bulk transport company. They were very cordial, called 15 minutes prior to arrival so I could leave the office to meet them at the house. It is a threshold delivery, so they unloaded it from the pallet off the truck and left it in my garage. I unboxed it in the garage and carried the pieces to my basement, and began assembly. The directions are about as expected for a device like this. However, I ran into a big problem, I was missing the console mast assembly (large upright piece that the display goes on). So we called the Schwinn customer support number and they by second day air the "mast assembly." I was quite shocked to find an 8" box sitting on my porch when it should have been 3 feet long. The part number was correct we learned when calling them back, but they pulled the wrong item from the warehouse. They again resent a console mast assembly by second day air. Brought the large package into my basement, and my wife began reassembling. Only to find out that this piece didn't fit into our unit. I got home from work to find my wife on the phone with the rep. He had her taking off the plastic covering to try and slide the assembly in. Mind you, we're talking about two square pieces here of both the same size. It wouldn't even fit into the round plastic opening, which is why they had her taking apart the covers. In the meantime, I called and got a different rep on the phone. Within five minutes, she told me that they no longer make the console mast assembly for this model (2006 model, hello, just purchased?) They suggested that I go back to the retailer and inform them of my issue.This is where Amazon really shone through. Amazon offered to have the bulk freight company come out to my house and pick up all the pieces. I had already thrown out the large box the unit came in. And they delivered a new unit. The new unit had all the pieces and is flawless. I LOVE this machine. It is totally silent, which I love. Our treadmill next to the elliptical requires you turn the TV up so loud, you can hear it through the entire house. I am 6'3" and was quite shocked that I didn't need a ton of extra headroom to use this. Our basement ceilings are probably 7.5 feet, and I only just touch the ceiling, so I have to take out a drop tile.The only reason I gave it four stars is that I'm hesitant about the company being able to provide replacement parts under warranty if something should happen given my experiences in trying to get the missing part. I'd give it five stars as it stands mechanically and quality wise today.
38 of 38 people found the following review helpful.
Almost two years later and still going strong
By Tech Guy
I purchased a Schwinn 418 Elliptical Trainer in April of 2005 after reading about it in the January, 2005 Consumer Reports magazine. I purchased from Amazon through a third party vendor and paid significantly more than what it is selling for now. After reading the comments on here mentioning worries about quality control, I wanted to assure people that, two years later, my machine is working just as well as it did the day I installed it. I use the machine religiously for 45 minutes a day five days a week, and my wife uses it, too, though not as regularly. It is virtually silent, smooth, and dependable. The ONLY problems I have with it are two: 1) Every now and then, for no real reason, the display messes up on the machine and displays too dark of an image. I simply unplug the machine, wait about 10 seconds, and plug it back in again. Everything works fine. 2) In 23 months I've had to tighten the bolts holding the machine together probably four or five times. Every few months or so the machine gets a wobble or creaks a little or I feel a weird vibration in one of the foot pedals, but I tighten up the bolts and life is good again.Actually, I wonder how many of the people complaining on here about a noisy machine simply need to tighten the bolts. I remember having to make adjustments the first week or so to get the machine adjusted so that it didn't wobble or creak.So all in all, it's been a terrific machine, and I am a very satisfied customer who paid almost $1,100 with shipping for my machine. I consider $799 a bargain, and I've honestly considered purchasing a second machine just to keep around for when I wear this one out.UPDATE OF THIS ORIGINAL REVIEW: Since writing this review I have further researched the Schwinn 418. I couldn't figure out why I had such a great machine and why so many people complained about theirs, especially about the mast assembly, which seemed really sturdy on my machine. I have learned that in 2006 there was an apparent change in the way the machine was manufactured. Specifically, there was--according to these reports--a change in the mast assembly. I am not sure if that is the case or not, but having not seen a recent model to compare to mine, I can no longer recommend a new Schwinn 418. Now, if you can get your hands on a 2005 model...
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