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Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer

★★★★☆
4.2

based on 75 reviews  

from $599.00 - $669.00

 

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Category Average

★★★★☆
3.6
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Pros

  • Easy to use (70)
  • Quiet operation (59)
  • Comfortable (55)
  • Durable (52)
  • Easy setup (46)
  • Strengthens (31)
  • Easy storage (19)
  • Operates smoothly (7)
  • Sturdy base (7)
  • Compact (2)
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Cons

  • Noisy (9)
  • Difficult setup (5)
  • Heavy / bulky (4)
  • 3 hours to assemble (1)
  • Broken (1)
  • Can't increase resistance (1)
  • Delivery (1)
  • Difficult to use (1)
  • Display lcd to dimm (1)
  • Electronics (1)

Best Uses

  • General fitness (68)
  • Low impact exercise (53)
  • Weight loss (51)
  • Heart rate training (36)
  • Strength training (19)
  • Performance training (16)
  • Distance / endurance (2)
  • Burning calories (1)
  • General maintenance (1)
  • Losing inches (1)
 
 
 

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The Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer combines all the elite standards of Schwinn's landmark 418 and 438 models with a stunningly accessible price tag. You'll get silky BioGlide motion and superbly comfortable BioFit design eight electronically contro

Specification Description
Model 100024, 100124
UPC 708447504098
# of Programs 8 Programs; 6 Pre-set Calorie goal and Manual mode.
Base Width 26 inches
Bottle Holder Yes
Boy Girl Boys,Girls
Calories Burned Readout Yes
Country Of Origin China
Display LCD
Distance Readout Yes
Drive System Computer Controlled
Elliptical Stride Length 18 inches
Finishes Black/gray
Ground Shipping Time 7 to 10 business days
Heart Rate Control Programs Yes
Heart Rate Monitor Grip Heart Rate Monitor
Heart Rate Readout Yes
Heart Rate Sensor Built-In
Height 68 inches
Incline Adjustments Fixed
Included Water bottle holder
Length 59 inches
Made In China
Manual Course Yes
Max. User Weight 275 lbs
Model Number Schwinn® 430
Number of Programs 8
Number of Resistance Levels 16 Levels
Power Source AC Adapter
Readout Displays Speed, Time, Distance, RPM, Watts, Pulse, Calorie, Interval Time, and Resistance Level Course Profile
Resistance Quiet ECB (Eddy Current Brake) Resistance
Resistance Adjustments Digital - push button
Resistance Levels 16
Resistance Readout Yes
Resistance Type ECB
RPM Readout Yes
Silver Service Delivery Includes two-man delivery up or down two flights of stairs and placement into the room of your choice. Does not include removal of debris and assembly
Speed Readout Yes
Stride Length Over 15"
Time Readout Yes
TRU Age Filter Big Kids
Unique Features Fixed and Moving Handlebars BioFit® Articulating Footplates with 0-in to 18-in stride length feel provides a smooth and natural elli
User Weight Capacity 275 lbs
Warranty 15 years warranty on frame2 years warranty on mechanical parts1 year warranty on electronics90 days warranty on labor
Warranty on Frame 15 Year
Warranty on Labor 6 Months
Warranty on Parts 2 Year
Watts Readout Yes
Wheels Yes
Workout Programming Pre-Set Programs
Workout Programs 8 Pre-Set Programs
Workout Programs 8 Workout Programs: 1 Manual / 6 Profile / 1 Calorie Goal. 3 Feedback Programs: Recovery Mode / Results Mode / BMI

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Product Reviews

Last update: May 22, 2009

Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer Reviews

 
 
 

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[27 of 27 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Best Buy

"We bought this trainer 2 weeks ago. Assembly instructions were a little complicated. It took me a while to figure out what goes where. And I can consider myself an expert when it comes to assembling things. There are a couple of things you need to do which are not mentioned in the owners manual or assembly instructions. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN the bolts. If you do, your trainer will make an unbearable squeking noise...." Read Full Review »

Aug 21, 2008 by rocco_x

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★☆☆☆☆
1.0
waste of money and time

"[...] I only get to work out on it once. the product itself has only worked once, then in the second workout it developed a really bad squeak, so loud that the neighbot complained. I have been working with the warranty/service company for 2 months now trying to get it fixed. 1st schwinn had me on hold for over 20 minutes every call, after 2.5 weeks of not being able to get thru I emailed them and they finally ga..." Read Full Review »

Aug 20, 2008 by wish I could wake up from this nightmare

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[27 of 27 customers found this review helpful]

Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer Review

Best Buy

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Easy Storage
  • Easy To Use
  • Quiet Operation
  • Strengthens
  • More »

    Cons

  • Hard To Setup

    Best Uses

  • General Fitness
  • Heart Rate Training
  • Low Impact Exercise
  • Performance Training
  • Strength Training
  • More »
 

"We bought this trainer 2 weeks ago. Assembly instructions were a little complicated. It took me a while to figure out what goes where. And I can consider myself an expert when it comes to assembling things. There are a couple of things you need to do which are not mentioned in the owners manual or a …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 21 2008
rocco_x
Atlanta, GA
I am:
  • Gym Rat
Reviewed at:
Price: $599.99
 
 

[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer Review

Stop looking and BUY IT!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Easy To Setup
  • Easy To Use
  • Quiet Operation
  • Sturdy

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • General Fitness
  • Heart Rate Training
  • Low Impact Exercise
  • Weight Loss
 

"I've read a lot of reviews for ellipticals and finally went to the store and tried 'em. This one feels even better than the $1500+ ones. The strides feel just right and the entire unit is built very solidly. I've heard of people complaining about noises while using others, but this one is soooooo …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Mar 10 2009
MikeO
San Diego, CA
I am:
  • Frequent Exerciser
 

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer Review

We're Happy

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Use
  • Operates Smoothly
  • Quiet Operation
  • Sturdy Base

    Cons

  • Difficult To Use
  • Hard To Store

    Best Uses

  • Endurance Training
  • General Fitness
  • Low Impact Exercise
  • Strength Training
  • Weight Loss
 

"[...]setup was pretty easy and intuitive(despite reading a few comments to the contary), and its running smoothly and queitly so far.I put difficult to use as even when set to the lowest resistance my wife has a hard time going past 15mins. This may get easier with time and conditioning (I easily d …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Mar 24 2009
Johnny GoRound
Herndon, VA
I am:
  • Frequent Exerciser
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer Review

Super product!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Use
  • Operates Smoothly
  • Quiet Operation
  • Sturdy Base

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Endurance Training
  • General Fitness
  • Low Impact Exercise
  • Weight Loss
 

"I am in bad shape fitness wise, and my husband bought this product for me hoping to help my health. This eliptical is wonderful--I started at Level I and am working my way up. A problem I had exercising in the past was hurting my knees, and this low impact machine is perfect for me. I can't say e …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 26 2009
artdog
Albuquerque, NM
I am:
  • Frequent Exerciser
 

Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer Review

Great piece of equipment

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Easy To Setup
  • Easy To Use
  • Sturdy

    Cons

  • Electronics
  • Stride length

    Best Uses

  • General Fitness
  • Heart Rate Training
  • Low Impact Exercise
  • Weight Loss
 

"I have had my elliptical for about a month & use it about six days a week.



It provides a great cardio workout and is easy to use. Some have complained that it's a bit noisy, but I added a little extra lubrication in some of the moving parts during assembly & after the first few days (when - I'll …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 3 2008
ETP
Arlington, VA
I am:
  • Gym Rat
Reviewed at:
Price: $599.00
 
 
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