Smooth V2300 Exercise Bike Review

The Smooth V2300 is a hybrid trainer — part exercise bike, part elliptical.

The trainer is able to produce the range of motion (and feel) of a recumbent exercise bike while providing a 17″ stride length just like an elliptical.

Consequently, many consumers have become quick fans of this little gem which also provides a “Step Through” Frame, Silent Magnetic Resistance, Padded & Adjustable Seat and 7 pre-defined workout programs.

Discover more about the versatile Smooth V2300 exercise bike/elliptical cross-trainer below…

Properties

Model	Smooth V2300
Rating Our custom rating considers all of the bike's features, specs, warranties, and 100's of user & expert reviews, to save you time!
List Price Suggested retail price, typically higher than the price you'll pay with our recommended retailers.	$2,299.00
Best Price Since prices change daily, this link goes to our preferred retailer for the current best price. Note: MSRP stands for Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price.	$1,299.00
Resistance The flywheel in an exercise bike is what creates resistance. You can choose the level of resistance to increase your workout intensity.	8 Levels
Resistance Type The type of resistance shows what kind of flywheel is being used (if any), and its weight if the manufacturer provides it.	Silent Magnetic
Type Type refers to the style of the ride: Recumbent bikes allow you to lay back, while Upright bikes are more like road bikes (lean forward).	Semi-Recumbent
Visit Site After carefully evaluating each online retailer that offers this bike, this is the website we recommend purchasing from.
Drive System The bike's drive system is how your pedaling interacts with the rest of the bike (flywheel) to give you a good workout.	Flywheel
Frame It's important to choose an exercise bike that will last, and the material of the frame determines how durable the bike is.	"Step Through" Design
Seat The most important part for comfortability during your workout, the seat should be adjustable and have ample cushioning.	Padded & Adjustable
Pedals Pedals are the driving force for an exercise bike, and should be comfortable, adjustable, and easy to control without slipping.	Oversized & Textured
Programs Bike Programs allow you to complete a workout with changing speeds and inclines, without changing anything manually.	7
Heart Rate Heart Rate programs allow you to track how many times your heart is beating per minute (bpm), and some control the workout for you.	Wireless Chest Belt
Display Display refers to the screen you'll look at to monitor workouts. LED and LCD displays are similar to TV screens.	Dual Color Backlit LCD
Max. Weight Max. User Weight is the amount of weight, in pounds (lbs), that the bike can safely support, which can represent durability.	300 lbs
Dimensions Dimensions are included to help you figure out if this treadmill will fit properly (Length x Width x Height and Height x Depth).	62" x 26" x 54" Weight: 166 lbs
Accessory Tray Some bikes include an accessory tray for holding items such as water bottles, wallets, keys, or MP3 players like iPods.
Music Ready Bikes that are music ready allow you to plug a music-playing device (iPod, smartphone, etc.) directly into the machine.
Sound System Bike that include a sound system allow you to listen to your MP3 player/iPod through built-in speakers.
Cooling Fans Exercise Bike Cooling Fans are designed to help keep you cool during an intense workout.
Portable? Some exercise bikes can fold up and/or have wheels that make it easy to roll them around for convenience and to save space.
iFit iFit is an online service that lets you map and simulate rides from anywhere in the world, and track your progress wirelessly!
Warranty The warranty is a very important part of your investment. The longer the warranty, the longer you can get free/discounted repairs by the manufacturer.	Frame: Lifetime Brake: Lifetime Parts: 7 Years Electronics: 7 Years Labor: 2 Years
Best Deal We do not sell anything; we are a free Exercise Bike Reviews service. This link goes to our top-rated retailer for the Smooth V2300

Full Review

Quick Summary
Rating: 82.2/100. 2 in 1 Elliptical Stepper Motion provides a natural vertical pedaling motion for an extreme workout on the lower muscles. The Smooth V2300 does, however, feature below average number of workout programs and no mp3 compatibility.

Pros:
- Ultra smooth & quiet Silent Magnetic resistance
- Get 2 motions in 1 with semi-recumbent stepper
- Flywheel design provides additional stability
- Innovative “Step Through” frame design
- Comfortable padded seat, also adjusts
- Oversized pedals provide stable ride

Cons:
- No built-in cooling fan, few pre-defined workout options
- Only eight levels of resistance (most bikes do at least 12)
- Not music friendly (no iPod dock, built-in speakers)

Introduction

If you crave products that are both fun and innovative — the Smooth V2300 is worth your time.

The exercise bike gets the job done with Silent Magnetic Resistance (w/ adjustable resistance levels), oversized & textured pedals and wireless chest strap for a quick heart rate readout.

All crucial exercise data (including heart rate reading) is displayed really nicely on the dual-color LCD screen.

Better yet, the 17-inch ergonomic stride length and oversized anti-slip pedals gives you the feel and glide of a low-impact elliptical workout — while seated.

Workout Programs

The Smooth V2300 is equipped with 7 workout programs, a modest pre-defined workout selection.

The Smooth V2300 is also not compatible with iFit, which is a bit disappointing for the price paid.

Lastly, the Smooth V2300 has eight different resistance levels which is good but not great.

For the Smooth V2300 being so innovative we do wish a little more attention was placed on the workout programs.

Exercise Bike Features

Regardless of the lack of pre-defined workout programs, the Smooth V2300 is a very good exercise bike/elliptical.

The confidence in the production of the machine shows with an incredible warranty & guarantee (more information, below), including a lifetime guarantee on frame and brake with 7 years on parts.

The Smooth V2300 is fairly compact, weighing 166 lbs. and transportable with tilt and go wheels.

Set your optimum heart rate and and put on the wireless heart-rate strap and watch the Smooth V2300 automatically monitor your performance and adjust machine’s resistance to keep your heart pumping at the right intensity.

The V2300 cross-trainer provides foam handlebars with ergonomic vertical holding as well as a comfortable padded seat (also adjusts to individual preference).

The Smooth V2300 exercise bike also has a vibrant dual color LCD display with time, distance, speed, calories, pulse, level and pulse recovery readouts. Though for the price paid, is it too much to ask for an iPod dock and/or built-in speakers?

Warranty & Guarantee

The Smooth V2300 exercise bike warranty & guarantee includes:

- Frame: Lifetime
- Brake: Lifetime
- Parts: 7 Years
- Electronics: 7 Years
- Labor: 2 Years

Return Policy: 30 Day Money-back guarantee. Please contact (888) 800-1167.

Conclusion

The Smooth V2300 may not be right for everybody, but if you are looking for an innovative little cross-trainer the exercise bike/elliptical is something to check out.

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