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(More customer reviews)This bike has several significant advantages over other spin bikes, but they're subtle and aren't well publicized. They give the bike unusual flexibility and customization ability and are definitely worth considering.
-- Handlebars, seat, and pedals are all standard bike components
Most spin bikes have standard pedals and seat, but NOT handlebars. On the Jet Bike, they can all be swapped out for standard bike components to customize the feel of the bike. For example, replace the pedals with clip-in ones and the handlebars with road bike drop bars.
-- Resistance control and brake are movable
Unlike almost every other spin bike, the resistance control is a paddle style like regular bicycle gear shifts. The brake is a standard grip brake. Both resistance and brake controls are linked to the friction pads via cables and clip on to the handle bars - just like regular bikes. This means you can detach them from their standard placement and put them wherever you like - in my case on one end of the handlebars within easy reach of where my hands rest. Almost all other bikes have a fixed resistance knob located on the frame of the bike.
-- Resistance control has 13 steps, continuous in between
Almost every other spin bike has a continuous knob with no steps or markings. This means that between sessions, you have no reference point for what resistance(s) you used last time. But with the Jet Bike's 13 steps, you'll know, for example, that last week you were between 4 and 8 resistance range, but this week you increased to a range of 5 to 9. This allows you to track your improvement with quantifiable data. You can even set the paddle anywhere between the 13 steps, and the paddle makes a clicking sound when it snaps into the next step. On the down side, the dial isn't marked with numbers, so you'll either have to add your own markings or remember what step you're on.
-- Handlebars are adjustable up/down AND pitch
The ability to adjust the angle of the bars is unusual among spin bikes and allows you to achieve a more comfortable position.
-- Handlebars have arm pads and a unique shape
The handlebars have arm rests attached to the straight section which make leaning with your arms out parallel in front of you much more comfortable. Also, the handlebars have an unusual shape that more closely mimics a road bike position.
-- Lifetime frame warranty, 1 year parts
One of the best warranties on a spin bike.
This bike isn't perfect. The flywheel is 31 lbs, which is a little lighter than I would prefer, but you can always make it heavier by adding self-adhesive weights (but make sure it stays balanced). Also, the seat (like many spin bikes) is relatively hard and uncomfortable if you're not used to that style -- but the good news is you can swap it out with a more comfortable one. Like most spin bikes, there is no computer, but you can pick one up for less than $30.
Overall, the bike is very well built and sturdy. I'll update this review when I've had more time to use it, but so far I'm very impressed and think its unique features will give it great longevity. Hope this helps.
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UPDATE:
While I'm still very much enjoying this bike, I must make a note about the drivetrain. When applying a lot of force to the pedals (for example, when standing up), I get a slight shuddering sensation on the downstroke. It's not major but it is a bit disconcerting. I tried adjusting the tension of the chain to no avail. Also, one of the pedals makes a popping sound when it reaches the top of its rotation. Again, it doesn't affect performance but is a little disconcerting. I noticed these issues from the very beginning, and they haven't changed after 9 months. I plan to contact Bladez and see what they say. Otherwise, I can say that after 9 months of riding, the bike is holding up well. Only other complain is that the tension control is too sensitive and that only about the bottom 1/3 of its range is useful (above that it gets impossibly hard to pedal). However, this might be intentional so that as the brake padding wears, there is room for compensation.
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