ProForm Exercise Bike Equipment Review
9.14/10
Quick Overview
- Difficulty
Moderate
- Cost
Average
- Trial Period
30 Days
ProForm has extensive experience within the cardiovascular equipment sector of the fitness equipment industry and originally specialized in exclusively manufacturing only treadmills. However, over the years, ProForm has expanded their fitness equipment operating model to include elliptical machines and exercise bikes.
The expansion into the other sectors within the
fitness equipment industry has been successful in that ProForm has been able to replicate the same level of quality in the manufacturing of their exercise bikes that they achieved with their existing cardiovascular training equipment.
Pro Form is one of the ICON Health &
Fitness companies in partnership with fellow manufacturers to provide quality products at affordable prices. Companies under the ICON Health and Fitness umbrella include Nordic Track, Weider, Healthrider and Weslo. Since becoming part of the ICON Health and Fitness Corporation, ProForm has been able to achieve a manufacturing scale that allows them to provide quality fitness equipment products at an affordable price.
ProForm exercise bikes include both upright and recumbent models. In addition, ProForm exercise bikes include several user features and options. Typical user features include an adjustable and oversized seat, iFit workout card technology, iPod music port, high resolution graphic display and easy-entry technology.
Additional options offered on some of the upper-end exercise bike models include 24 digital gear controls, -20% to +20% incline and decline controls, built-in workout programs powered by Google, preset workout applications, full-color displays, adjustable non-slip handlebars, hi-fidelity sound systems, commercial-gauge solid steel construction, water bottle holders and transport wheels.
The ProForm team encourages individuals to achieve their fitness goals through the use of their leading-edge technology features. Below is a list of several of the ProForm user features that are designed to assist individuals in achieving their personal health and fitness goals:
- GameFit interactive games including Fat Blocker and Calorie Destroyer
- iPod music port
- iFit workout cards with personal progress goals
- 24 digital gear controls
- -20% to +20% incline and decline controls
- Built-in workout programs powered by Google
- Grafixx high resolution display with continuous readouts
- Dual grip EKG heart rate monitor system
Digital resistance on a ProForm exercise bike allows the individual to adjust the intensity of their workout mid-stream to burn more calories or enhance
strength training. Adjustable seats, non-slip pedals and soft grip handles keep the user safe and comfortable.
An MP3 music input is an option, along with GameFit interactive fitness games that get easier as a user works out harder. The intent is to keep fitness fun while burning calories or training for upcoming events. Heart rate monitors and 8 to 10 personal training programs allow individuals to optimize and target their workout to more rapidly achieve their personal fitness goals.
ProForm takes their manufacturing process seriously. The company has created a system in which they are able to consistently produce safe and sturdy exercise bikes that support users up to 250 to 350 pounds, depending on the model. With easy-entry recumbent seats and adjustable upright seats, a solid metal frame
and balancing legs, ProForm exercise bikes are stable, sound and designed for intense workouts. Transport wheels allow the exercise bikes to be easily repositioned in different rooms.
Customer support for ProForm exercise bikes is handled by ICON's customer service center. The ICON Health and Fitness customer service department can be reached by email, standard mail or phone via the numbers easily visible on the ProForm website. Online owners manuals, replacement parts, service requests and FAQ sections are available via the website forms.
The ProForm exercise bike warranty varies across the available models. For instance, the warranties on the frames range from 5 years to 10 years while the parts and labor warranties ranges from 90 days to 1 year.
In addition, a 30-day money back guarantee is available for customers who purchase a new ProForm exercise bike. If a customer is not fully satisfied within the first 30 days, they may request an authorization form to pack and return the exercise bike for a full refund of their purchase price, minus shipping costs both ways. (src: PetsGoodsReviews.com )
Replacement parts for ProForm exercise bikes can be ordered through the ProForm exercise equipment website. If your ProForm exercise bike is still within its warranty period, the company will provide replacement parts for free following a direct call to customer support. Replacement parts for out-of-warranty exercise bikes can be ordered through the Non-Warranty Replacement Parts page on the ProForm site. You can search the ProForm replacement parts catalog by entering the model name or number of your exercise bike.
ProForm offers several exercise bike models and the prices range from approximately $ 599.00 to $ 1,699.00. In addition, the ProForm website frequently runs sales promotions in which each of their exercise bikes are offered at discounted prices.
ProForm also offers monthly payment plans as well as discounts such as free shipping on online orders that are paid in full at the time of purchase.
Summary
ProForm operates under a solid equipment manufacturer, ICON Health and Fitness, and has continued to produce quality cardiovascular fitness equipment at an affordable price. In addition, ProForm exercise bikes include several user options and features that are designed to make exercise more enjoyable.
ProForm exercise bikes are sturdily constructed and utilize solid and stable materials. This, in turn, produces an exercise bike that is designed for light to moderately heavy use. In addition, ProForm exercise bikes include several leading-edge features that allow each user to personalize their specific workouts.
All in all, ProForm has a positive reputation as a solid manufacturer of fitness equipment. ProForm strikes a nice balance between combining high quality and durable construction with today's innovation and technology to produce a sleek and effective exercise bike that is built with a focus on value. To this end, individuals looking to purchase an exercise bike should definitely consider ProForm.
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