Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike Review

About Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike

Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike states that it is a low impact recumbent bike that is designed to provide high-performance workout easily. It proclaims to have a heavy duty frame that provides comfort while riding with easy to get on feature and it also alleges to have a very fluid motion while riding so there are no hiccups while you focus on your workout.

How does it work

Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike claims to be very effective at providing low-impact workout. It is because of the recumbent design that ensures a proper back support to the user so that excessive strain is not put on the body parts. To start working out on it, one has to simply step on Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike, which is made easy with the step-through frame, and place the feet on the pedals to get a riding motion going.

Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike assures that it takes care of every individual’s requirement with the programmable feature that is in-built. The bike comes with 25 set programs that are meant to change the speed and intensity of the bike while riding it. This helps in serving everyone who is looking for a specific type of workout. These 25 set programs on Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike come with programs that are targeted towards calories, distance based, and performance relative with a customizable option too. For people who prefer riding the bike at their own settings there is a custom mode that can be changed on the go while riding. Customization of Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike is stated to be possible in all available features with a total of 20 electronically set resistance levels.

Frame Features

Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike declares that its frame is heavy-duty in design and made of material that is durable and sturdy. The design is such that anyone can swiftly step on it using the step-through gap. The pedals come with self-balancing feature and have adjustable strap. These straps can be simply customized to secure the feet while riding so the movements are smooth without any stress falling on the feet. The seat of Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike is allegedly of mesh seatback type which makes it comfortable for sitting and resting while riding takes place. The seat is adjustable using a simple latch on the side so that a good distance and ratio can be maintained between the feet and body as per every individual’s height and shape. Also to further provide better adjustment, Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike emphasizes to come with multi-positioning handlebars. Together these adjustments can help in achieving a great form while performing cardio. The flywheel is of 8 kg in weight with a magnetic resistance brake system to ensure there are no hitches or dead spots while performing the workout.

Console feedback

Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike promises to provide a great workout not just with its physical features but also using the instant feedback that can be used to monitor the exercises. The brilliantly lit 8.5” extra-wide blue LCD that is fixed between the handlebars forms the perfect place to watch and track the workout while riding the bike. Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike claims to give a quick display of most important data required to track the workout and stay in the target zone. These features are the time taken for the completely exercises, the calories that are spent while riding the bike, the speed at which the user is riding it, RPM and resistance level, watts and also the heart rate is monitored using the contact grips and Polar wireless receiver.

Additional Benefits

Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike asserts to be a very friendly bike since its dimensions are kept minimal yet enough to perform great exercise. It stands at 66” X 27” X 49” in size with a weight of only 53 kg. It can easily bear a weight of 136 kg so most users can use it. Additionally Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike claims to be available in an Energy Saver Mode. There are some luxurious additions to its frame as well which include a reading rack and a bottle holder. There is an in-built fan to help cool off at higher intensity workouts. It is also stated that Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike comes with built-in speakers that can be used to play favorite or inspirational music while performing the workout.

Tracking with ViaFit

Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike guarantees to be highly advanced when it comes to tracking the workout data. This is not just because of the feedback available on the display panel but also because the ViaFit feature in it that works in conjunction with Wi-Fi to connect with fitness apps and communities. It basically automatically sends the data to these apps and shares it in the most common communities so that the user doesn’t need to feed it manually. This way one can manage the workout better and put more efforts in burning the extra calories as their goals are automatically fed and tracked.

Make it a grand experience with Passport

Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike guarantees that its Passport feature will blow anyone’s mind away because it brings the beauty and feel of biking outside right at home. What one can do is simply connect a high-definition TV that will be screened with destination footages of the rider’s choice on the large screen. To amp up the feel of this beautiful place and provide an immersive experience to the users, Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike alleges to sync the video as per the speed and intensity at which the bike is running. Such a workout is not tiring and in fact keeps it fresh while other bikes start to bore out individuals who stare at the display or at a blank wall while working out.

What do I get?

You get Horizon Fitness Elite R7 Recumbent Bike for $1,099.99.Official website horizonfitness.com