SNODE 8731 Spin Bike with Magnetic Resistance
SNODE 8731 is a stationary indoor spinning bike with magnetic resistance and a solid construction for a professional level cardiovascular training at home. It comes with an LCD display panel and a tablet/smartphone holder. It has an average customer rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 136 users at the time of this product review.
Snode 8731 doesn’t need much in terms of maintenance thanks to its adjustable magnetic resistance control that also ensures a smooth and quiet ride. It offers different riding levels for beginners, intermediate and advanced level fitness enthusiasts. It weighs 90.4 pounds and measures 43.1 x 8.9 x 33.9 inches. The maximum inseam height is 36.6 inches (for the saddle) and the maximum height for the handle is 46.5 inches. Both of these values are about two inches more than before, to be able to match people of different heights.
This modern spin bike has a robust steel frame and is made of good quality components overall and can carry a maximum total user weight of 287 pounds. It is not a foldable bike but offers easy portability with the transportation wheels at the front. So you’re saved from any heavy lifting or burden on your joints or muscles. The smart digital display shows you the current distance and speed in miles instead of km that you may find on other bike models on the market. Then you have the calories burned, time exercised, odometer and pulse rate via the sensors on the handles.
It comes with a red water bottle to help keep you hydrated during your workout and you don’t have to dismount your bike to get some water. It is a fully customizable model with the handlebar adjustable up and down and the saddle up, down, forward and back (four ways) to suit users of different heights. With the belt drive mechanism, a decent size 35 lb. flywheel and magnetic resistance it runs rather quietly and smoothly. The Snode 8731 is an indoor bike with more challenge and intensity and will help you burn more calories and fat efficiently.
When you adjust the handlebar and the seat the distance between the two should be the length of your forearm. You’ll be able to change the resistance levels reliable and fast quickly and reliably. The pulse sensors are located ergonomically to show your pulse rate directly on the digital display. The anti-slip pedals have the straps that will help lock your feet in place- they are not clip-on pedals with the SPD clips but are compatible with the 9/16” SPD clips.
The other two Snode model spin bikes, the 8722 has a 30lb. Flywheels and the 8729 has a 40lb. flywheel. This is a very nice indoor bike that will help you lose weight and tone your lower body muscles without being a burden on your knees. With a great commercial level spin bike feel you may feel like you’re working out in a fitness studio. It is well worth looking into if you are on the market for a quality bike with good customer support. The company offers 100% customer satisfaction by getting back to your requests within 16 hours and the warranty is 18 months for the parts replacements, for a total of 3 years of warranty.