Schwinn equipment consists of both elliptical trainers as well as stationary exercise bicycles. The company provides sponsorship in all bicycle category competitions ranging from racing to designs. The Schwinn's company comes originated in 1895 when lgnaz Adolph Arnold and Schwinn created their first machine naming the newly formed company "Arnold Schwinn". The first manufacturing location was in downtown Chicago. In a short span of thirteen years Schwinn purchased his partners share of the business and developed the company to what it is today. The Schwinn name is known world wide as a reliable and trustworthy manufacturer of all sorts of bicycles as well as commercial and home fitness Schwinn type Ellipticals.

These ellipticals are mainly used at home rather then in a commercial environment however they are well suited in either location. The products are geared for all levels of exercise from the newly established beginner to the professional athlete. Schwinn products are of particular interest to those who desire to exercise in order to improve their health.

The optional Airdyne fan allows a person to workout both their upper portion of their body effectively by utilization of the handles and pedals with its variable resistant which is directly proportional to the human body's movements.

The schwinn 418 represent an entry level elliptical while the 428 and 430 deals more completely with higher rates of monitor levels. They come with the three speed, adjustable fan and twenty pre-installed and easy to use programs which simulate different exercise conditions.

The ellipticals are a wonderful exercise machine. If you are familiar with Schwinn bikes then you will not be disappointed when using the elliptical since the company places the same quality in all their products. The company makes two machines that are moderately priced which are the model 418 and model 428P.

Many people feel more comfortable when using the elliptical since the flywheel is placed at the rear end of the machine. This arrangement is similar to those found in the commercial gyms. Usually elliptical equipment comes with the flywheel in at the front of the unit. Generally the pedals have movements which support the heel of your foot and this makes it easy for you to use. It's is usually recommended that you tryout the various models of equipment in the store prior to actually making your purchase.

The schwinn machine makes use of automatic brakes which is an extremely quite operating unit. The model 418 comes with a six month warranty and if you happen to be unhappy with your new equipment the company will cheerfully refund your money with no questions asked. They try to encourage their users to provide them with feedback concerning the machines so that they can make any necessary modification to them to keep the customers happy.