What makes the MagneTrainer better?
Magnetic Resistance
Magnetic Resistance provides smooth, quiet, pedal motion at all resistance settings and pedal speeds.
Non-Magnetic bikes tend to have jerky pedal motion that varies with pedal speed. They can also be noisy, wear out quickly, and often require routine maintenance. Learn More.
The majority of pedal exercisers do not have magnetic resistance. In our experience, if they don't mention it, they don't have it. There are only two other pedal exercisers under $400 that have magnetic resistance. They are shown in the picture below.
Wider, More Stable Base
Other magnetic pedal exercisers tend to rock from side-to-side when you pedal them. The MagneTrainer has a wide solid base, which keeps it firmly on the floor (or table). This is because both the front and rear legs are over 15 inches wide.
We also fasten the front feet with screws to eliminate rolling. Finally, every MagneTrainer comes with a Velcro tether. The Velcro tether keeps the MagneTrainer from sliding when used on slippery floors. It's also useful when you have a chair with rollers.
Wider Pedal Resistance Range
The MagneTrainer has the widest resistance range available. Most of the higher end bikes top out at 100W. The cheaper tube frame bikes tend to be considerably less than 100W. For many people 100W is not enough.
The MagneTrainer pedal resistance adjusts from almost nothing to nearly 160 W. This is about 2-4 times the range of other mini exercise bikes.
New in 2010! Better Pedals with Longer Straps
The MagneTrainer now comes stock with high quality pedals. These pedals have ball-bearings and heavy-duty adjustable Velcro® straps. Most pedal exercisers have cheap pedals with non-adjustable plastic straps. Our new pedals can now handle a much wider range of foot sizes than our competition.
More Expensive Components
We use more expensive components to insure that our bikes last well beyond the 1 year warranty period.
Fun and Interesting Accessories
Several optional accessories have been designed specifically for the MagneTrainer to make it more fun and interesting to use.
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The MagneTrainer PC Interface. Interact with PC games and virtual worlds, race on a cycling simulator, log your exercise progress.
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The XRGameKit. Includes head steering feature.
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Larger heavy-duty pedals.
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Ergo Handles for arms.
"I am immensely pleased with both the build quality and the resistance. This will provide good solid exercise when couch-bound. Great for those of us who don't like to go out in the cold and/or have small apartments."
-T Good