Air Exercise Bikes

A Guide to Shopping for Air Exercise Bikes

An air resistance exercise bike offers an affordable and space-efficient way to get a home workout. When you shop for yours on eBay, you'll find a range of options for different workout focuses and budgets. Here is some information for how to choose yours.

Determine what type of workout you want to achieve

In order to narrow down your search efficiently, one of the first things to consider is the type of workout you hope to do. Fan bike for sale listings usually falls into a few broad categories. Here they are:

  • Spin bikes: These bikes are built like racing bikes; they don't have moving handlebars. These bikes are good if you are a cyclist looking for an indoor alternative or if you want to mimic the conditions of riding outside, this bike might be a good choice.
  • Dual-action: These bikes have moving handles similar to an elliptical. They are designed for those who want to train their arms as well as their legs.
  • Portable desk-cycles: These are very small units designed to be placed under a desk. Alternatively, they can be placed on top of a desk for an arm workout.
What brands of affordable air exercise bikes are available?

While selecting your bike comes down to preference, it's helpful to have an understanding of some of the commonly available brands. Here are some of the ones often seen on eBay.

  • Assault: An Assault bike for sale can be easily spotted due to its large, distinctive front fan wheel.
  • Rogue: Like the Assault, a Rogue Echo bike for sale also has a very large front wheel.
  • Schwinn: This bicycle manufacturer also makes stationary home bikes.
  • Unbranded: Many unbranded options are also offered on eBay.
Buying new or used: which is the right choice for you?

As you search for an air bike for sale, you may be asking yourself whether a new or used bicycle is right for you. There are benefits to purchasing either, but considering the following points might help you decide:

  • Price: Generally speaking, purchasing used will save you money. But if you strongly prefer a new bike, plenty of manufacturers offer affordable brand-new models.
  • Condition: New bikes will be in brand-new condition. However, many used bikes that are well-maintained can you still be in excellent condition.
  • Access to various models. If you are open to considering used air bikes, you also will have the option of purchasing vintage models.