HOW WE COMPARE TO THE COMPETITON?
SB1000X vs Peloton vs NordicTrack vs Echelon vs Apex
VRAi Fitness SB1000X | Peloton | NordicTrack S22i | Echelon EX-3 | Apex Ride | |
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Starting Price | £499 | £1,345 | £1,699 | £799 | £599 |
Resistance | Friction | Magnetic | Magnetic | Magnetic | Magnetic |
Resistance levels | Infinite Stepless Resistance Levels | 100 microadjustable levels | 24 digital | 32 Resistance Levels | 30 Resistance Levels |
Auto Resistance | No | No | Yes | No | No |
Drive system | Belt | Belt | Belt | Belt | Belt |
Flywheel weight | 13kg | 18kg | 14kg | 13kg | 4kg |
Max user weight | 150kg | 135 kg | 150kg | 136kg | 120kg |
Pedals | Dual-sided (clips and toe cages) | Delta (must purchase compatible cycling footwear) | Hybrid: SPD clips/adjustable toe cages | Dual-sided: SPD clips/adjustable toe cages | Dual-sided: SPD clips/adjustable toe cages |
Screen | No screen included | 22” HD touchscreen | 22” rotating touchscreen | No screen included | No screen included |
App/Workouts | Choose any app or subscription you want | Compatible with Native Peloton App only | Compatible with Native iFiit app only | Compatible with Native Echelon App only | Compatible with Native Apex Rides App only |
App/Workouts | Fitshow -Free / Kinomap - £8.99 / Peloton digital for £29/month) | Peloton app £39/month | iFiit £29 / month | Echelon Premier Membership £29 / month | Apex Rides app £29 / month |
App Operating System | IOS and Android | IOS and Android | IOS and Android | IOS and Android | IOS only |
Connects to fitness trackers? | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Conveniences | Free Mat, Tablet holder, LCD Monitor | Two water bottle holder, dumbbell holder, phone charging ports | Dual water bottle holder, fan, dumbbell rack, phone holder, USB phone charging ports, two 3 lb dumbbells | Dumbbell rack | Water bottle holder, dumbbell rack, tablet holder, Wireless Phone Charger, two 2kg dumbbells |
Pulse Sensor | Yes | Yes, Bluetooth enabled | Yes, Bluetooth enabled monitor included | No | No |
Warranty | 1 year on parts and labour | 1 year limited parts and labour | 2 years on parts, one year for labour | 1 year limited parts and labour | 1 year on parts and labour |
KEY FEATURES
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SB1000X SPEEDBIKE- ON THE SADDLE, GET SET, GO
Train for health
A well-designed Spin bike like the SB1000X helps keep your health under control by stimulating your muscles and improving metabolism.
Tone up and get in shape
Contraction of muscle produced by oscillation when riding increases blood circulation, leading to a stronger immune system.
Lose Weight in style
Variable exercise options really kick starts the fat burning process, improves endurance and strengthens the cardiovascular system.
HIGHLIGHTS AT A GLANCE
- Compatible with Cycling Apps
- Bluetooth Conectivity
- 13kg Inertia flywheel
- Progressive resistance adjustment
- Silent belt drive system, requires little maintenance
- High quality multifunction console with digital display
- Comfortable and adjustable saddle
- Tablet Holder
- Pulse measurement system
- Caged Sports Pedals
- Transport wheels
- Maximum user weight of 150kg
App Compatibility
The SB1000X is compatible with a host of cycling apps such as Fitshow, that you can download onto your smart phone or tablet. Challenge yourself and stay motivated as you cycle virtually through dozens of locations.
Bluetooth Connection
Connect and sync the SB1000X to your smart phone or tablet in real time via bluetooth and display statistics from your workout. This redefines everything by emmersing you into a virtual world where you can compete against others
13kg Flywheel
The 13kg balanced flywheel is enough to build up momentum to ensure a fantastic pedalling experience.
The friction tension system delivers ample resistance making the workout easy or hard as desired.
Silent Drive System
The SB1000X is whisper quiet due to the heavy duty hi-torque beltbelt driven mechanism, the ultra-quiet flywheel and the high-quality ballbearings. This ensures a smooth and quiet workout and makes this bike very suitable for home use.
Stepless Resistance
Resistance can be variably regulated on the SB1000X which is ideal when training correctly on a Speedbike. The flywheel can also be brought to a standstill by hiting the emergency Stop which provides another layer of safety.
LCD Console
The console measures the intensity of your workout. Time duration of the current workout Distance covered during the workout Speed. The console is equipped with a tablet mount for your smartphone or tablet, making working out more fun!
Suspension System
The extra shock absorption on the SB1000X provides greater comfort, enjoyability and better protection for your back and joints during training. This is particularly important during hasty movements or a change of exercise.
Fully Adjustable
The height of the seat and handle is adjustable, which can fit the various placements and meet different fitness demands.
The seat can also be adjusted back and forth to satisfy your different posture.
Ergronomic Design
This bike is ergonomically designed for a comfortable riding experience. The unisex design also makes it ideal for both male and female exercisers. The thick metal frame is durable and can be used for a long time.
Transport Wheels
The bike can easily be moved by using the transport wheels incorporated in to the front support making it mobile. You can easily move the exercise bike from room to room, making your indoor workout flexible.
Saddle & Pedal
The sprung sports saddle seat is made of soft and durable PU cushion. The robust aluminum double-sided sports pedals are durable and comfortable and come with adjustable straps and toe cages which keeps your foot from slipping out.
Tablet Holder
The tablet holder on the handlebars releases your hands thus enabling you to enjoy the pleasure of cycling whilst simultaneously using your tablet. Music and movies motivate you to keep going even during boring workouts.
Specifications
- MODEL: SB1000X
- HEIGHT: Max. 132cm
- FRAME WIDTH: 51cm
- FRAME LENGTH: 120cm
- PACKAGING SIZE: 98cm x 81cm x 25.5cm
- BIKE WEIGHT: 38kg
- BOXED WEIGHT: 42kg
- FRAME: Aluminium
- FEET: Rubber Height adjustable
- TRANSPORTATION ROLLERS: Yes
- FLYWHEEL WEIGHT: 13kg
- DRIVE SYSTEM: Belt drive
- BRAKING SYSTEM: Felt break
- RESISTANCE ADJUSTMENT : Manual
- LOAD SPECTRUM: Stepless manual
- TABLET HOLDER: Yes
- PULSE SENSOR: Yes
- BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY: Yes
- APP COMPATIBILITY: Yes - Fitshow, Kinomap, Fulgaz, Zwift
- RESISTANCE: Friction
- THIRD PARTY CONNECTIVITY: Bluetooth
- INTEGRATED PULSE RECEIVER: Yes
TECHNICAL DATA
Compatible with Fitshow and either Kinomap or Zwift APP
Kinomap: The largest freesharing fitness platform. Connect and perform! Compete with your friends or maybe with the best fitness coaches in the world. Don’t miss the opportunity to transform your indoor workout into a massive sports event.
Zwift: Hop on Zwift for an effective and heart-pumping workout based on your goals and time. Geared to your ability, the guided intervals are easy to follow and challenging to do. Build on your strengths and target weaknesses with some of the best coaches in the world. They’ve got the wins to help you get yours. With more than 1000 workouts tailored by race winning coaches you can level up your fitness journey starting now.
Fitshow: Set your fitness goals, achieve more for your health. Using FitShow app, you’ll open many possibilities of training, effortlessly.
The training computer was designed with a clear layout in order to ensure easy operation even during your workout. You can select from multiple workout goals on the SB1000X. The LCD display shows two performance data, including:
Warranty
The manufacturer's warranty for Speedbike
Usage | Warranty | Extended Warranty limit on bikes purchased directly from Vrai Fitness | |
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Private use | 12 months | 24 months available (Please enquire directly with VRAi Fitness) | |
Delivery
- Free delivery to most of Mainland UK
- Delivery directly from the manufacturer
- No Hassle Return
Complaints & Service
In case of a return, we ask you to contact us previously by mail or phone so we can arrange the pick up for you.
In case you have any trouble with our equipement feel free to contact us. We will take care of it immediately.
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FAQ's
There’s a reason that spin classes are getting more popular every year at gyms and health clubs, with spinning currently the number two most popular choice for exercises classes at gyms. (Losing out to Yoga, if you’re wondering!)
So is this a good form of exercise? A recent study was the first of it’s kind into spin cycling. It was unique in that it combined the different health benefits of indoor cycling, where previous studies had looked at one specific effect such as how indoor cycling effected blood pressure.
The study found there was a number of really positive benefits to health including:
The study also found that combining working out on a spin bike with working with strength training yielded the best results.