Schwinn 431 Elliptical With 19 Workout Programs, 18 " Stride - Rarely
Item History & Price
Schwinn 431 Elliptical w/19 Workout Programs, 18" Stride - Rarely Used - Pickup Only.
Bought for $899 used only a handful of times, in excellent condition.
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Capacity: 300 lbs
Resistance: 16
Stride Length: 18″
FootPrint: 59″ L x 26″ W x 68″ H / 172 lbs
The Schwinn 431 Elliptical – A Lot of Value for a Sub-$1000 Machine.
The Schwinn 431 elliptical for 2009 is the new upgrade over the popular 430 model, which debuted back in 2006. It has the same compact features that made the 430 such a hit, but with more programs and a big 25-lb flywheel to provide a smooth, frictionless ride, the 431 is an incredible value.
What You Get
The Schwinn 431 elliptical trainer has a Blue Backlit LCD Display showing Time, Interval Time, RPM, Watts, Distance, Pulse, Speed, Calories, and Resistance. The trainer’s 19 workout programs include Manual, Profile, Calorie Goal, Time Trial, Heart Rate Control, Fitness Test, and Custom. The 431 also feature 3 Feedback programs: Body Mass Index (BMI), Recovery Mode, and Results Mode.
Here’s the full list of specs on the Schwinn 431:
16 Resistance Levels
19 Programs
Fixed and Moving Handlebars
18" Stride Length
25-lb Front Flywheel
Pulse Grip Heart Rate Monitor
Heart Rate Control
BioFit® articulating footplates
300 lb. user weight capacity
3-speed Cooling Fan, water bottle holder, mp3 holder
Transport Wheels
Dimensions/Weight - 59" L x 26" W x 68" H / 172 lbs
Warranty – 15 years frame; 2 yrs parts
The Word on the Street
Schwinn, the famous bike brand, is a division of Nautilus, which also make Stairmaster and Bowflex. They aren’t known for ellipticals but the three models they currently make (the 430, 431, and 460) are all solid performers.
Trainers give kudos to the upgraded Schwinn 431 because of the expanded programs, the big fan on the console, the heavy flywheel, new rubber padding on the articulating foot pedals, a thicker frame, and the magnetic ECB (Eddy Current Brake) system with 16 computer-controlled resistance levels.
It rides smooth and quiet with no wobble, and the BioGlide motion technology allows for a more ergonomic elliptical stride. Schwinn has packed a lot of value into this sub-$1000 machine.
Our Thoughts on the Schwinn 431
At $999, the Schwinn 431 is $200 more than the 430 model — although we’ve seen the 431 elliptical on sale for much less. Whatever the price, the upgrade is worth it. The 25-lb flywheel is the largest you will find on any sub-$1000 machine, making Horizon’s 14-lb flywheel machines look girlie by comparison.
The frame is thicker and heavier than the 430, an improvement which may have resulted from observations that the 430 unit wasn’t stable enough for heavier users. It won’t be long before the 431 begins landing on many Best Buy lists. The Schwinn 431 Elliptical is a solid, quality machine and worth your consideration.
Schwinn 431 Elliptical Trainer Review
The 431 is actually quite compact and can fit into smaller spaces than other machines of its front drive type. It's a small enough for the living room and quiet enough to doesn't disturb any neighbors. Like all Schwinn elliptical trainers, the 431 is also equipped with transportation wheels on the front of the unit. These wheels are enabled once the unit is lifted by the handle at the back of the unit. You can simply lift the back of the unit a couple of inches and pull or push the unit into place. An excellent machine for home use, so sturdy that an average user would thought it is almost as good as the ones at a commercial gym (it wouldn't be fair to compare a low-mid-priced unit to commercial equipment). Comfortable to use, very stable, relatively lightweight and easy to move around. The easy to read console allows for varied resistance levels. The ranges are wide so you can always find the right level.
Bought for $899 used only a handful of times, in excellent condition.
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Capacity: 300 lbs
Resistance: 16
Stride Length: 18″
FootPrint: 59″ L x 26″ W x 68″ H / 172 lbs
The Schwinn 431 Elliptical – A Lot of Value for a Sub-$1000 Machine.
The Schwinn 431 elliptical for 2009 is the new upgrade over the popular 430 model, which debuted back in 2006. It has the same compact features that made the 430 such a hit, but with more programs and a big 25-lb flywheel to provide a smooth, frictionless ride, the 431 is an incredible value.
What You Get
The Schwinn 431 elliptical trainer has a Blue Backlit LCD Display showing Time, Interval Time, RPM, Watts, Distance, Pulse, Speed, Calories, and Resistance. The trainer’s 19 workout programs include Manual, Profile, Calorie Goal, Time Trial, Heart Rate Control, Fitness Test, and Custom. The 431 also feature 3 Feedback programs: Body Mass Index (BMI), Recovery Mode, and Results Mode.
Here’s the full list of specs on the Schwinn 431:
16 Resistance Levels
19 Programs
Fixed and Moving Handlebars
18" Stride Length
25-lb Front Flywheel
Pulse Grip Heart Rate Monitor
Heart Rate Control
BioFit® articulating footplates
300 lb. user weight capacity
3-speed Cooling Fan, water bottle holder, mp3 holder
Transport Wheels
Dimensions/Weight - 59" L x 26" W x 68" H / 172 lbs
Warranty – 15 years frame; 2 yrs parts
The Word on the Street
Schwinn, the famous bike brand, is a division of Nautilus, which also make Stairmaster and Bowflex. They aren’t known for ellipticals but the three models they currently make (the 430, 431, and 460) are all solid performers.
Trainers give kudos to the upgraded Schwinn 431 because of the expanded programs, the big fan on the console, the heavy flywheel, new rubber padding on the articulating foot pedals, a thicker frame, and the magnetic ECB (Eddy Current Brake) system with 16 computer-controlled resistance levels.
It rides smooth and quiet with no wobble, and the BioGlide motion technology allows for a more ergonomic elliptical stride. Schwinn has packed a lot of value into this sub-$1000 machine.
Our Thoughts on the Schwinn 431
At $999, the Schwinn 431 is $200 more than the 430 model — although we’ve seen the 431 elliptical on sale for much less. Whatever the price, the upgrade is worth it. The 25-lb flywheel is the largest you will find on any sub-$1000 machine, making Horizon’s 14-lb flywheel machines look girlie by comparison.
The frame is thicker and heavier than the 430, an improvement which may have resulted from observations that the 430 unit wasn’t stable enough for heavier users. It won’t be long before the 431 begins landing on many Best Buy lists. The Schwinn 431 Elliptical is a solid, quality machine and worth your consideration.
Schwinn 431 Elliptical Trainer Review
The 431 is actually quite compact and can fit into smaller spaces than other machines of its front drive type. It's a small enough for the living room and quiet enough to doesn't disturb any neighbors. Like all Schwinn elliptical trainers, the 431 is also equipped with transportation wheels on the front of the unit. These wheels are enabled once the unit is lifted by the handle at the back of the unit. You can simply lift the back of the unit a couple of inches and pull or push the unit into place. An excellent machine for home use, so sturdy that an average user would thought it is almost as good as the ones at a commercial gym (it wouldn't be fair to compare a low-mid-priced unit to commercial equipment). Comfortable to use, very stable, relatively lightweight and easy to move around. The easy to read console allows for varied resistance levels. The ranges are wide so you can always find the right level.
