Landice U7 Review

Quick Summary

How durable is the Landice U7 bike? Extremely! Landice manufactures fitness machines to commercial standards, and they guarantee the U7 bike for a lifetime of home use. It provides all the benefits of a commercial exercise bike, plus it carries a lifetime residential warranty.

The U7 is Landice’s only upright exercise bike. In light commercial and health club settings, it’s referred to as the U9 Upright Bike, and Landice also offers the U9 Upright Rehab Bike perfect for rehabilitation, physical therapy, or sport conditioning. It’s identical to Landice upright bikes seen in hotels and high-end health clubs and also very similar to the recumbent Landice R7; the only difference is seat position.

Highlights include: Adjustable handlebars and seat, 20 resistance levels, multiple built-in training programs, user-designed exercise routines, room for a tablet, and optional tablet or television bracket.

Specifications

Model	Landice U7
Rating Our custom rating considers all of the bike's features, specs, warranties, and 100's of user & expert reviews, to save you time!	90%
List Price Suggested retail price, typically higher than the price you'll pay with our recommended retailers.	$3,499
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.	$73,988,370&MerchantReferenceID=
Resistance The flywheel in an exercise bike is what creates resistance. You can choose the level of resistance to increase your workout intensity.	20
Resistance Type The type of resistance shows what kind of flywheel is being used (if any), and its weight if the manufacturer provides it.	Eddy Current Brake
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).	Upright
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.	15 lbs. Flyweight
Frame It's important to choose an exercise bike that will last, and the material of the frame determines how durable the bike is.	Standard
Seat The most important part for comfortability during your workout, the seat should be adjustable and have ample cushioning.	Padded
Pedals Pedals are the driving force for an exercise bike, and should be comfortable, adjustable, and easy to control without slipping.	Self-balanced pedals
Programs Bike Programs allow you to complete a workout with changing speeds and inclines, without changing anything manually.	8
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.	yes
Display Display refers to the screen you'll look at to monitor workouts. LED and LCD displays are similar to TV screens.	LED display with multiple feedback windows
Max. Weight Max. User Weight is the amount of weight, in pounds (lbs), that the bike can safely support, which can represent durability.	350 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).	44.56”x24.72”x58.11”
Accessory Tray Some bikes include an accessory tray for holding items such as water bottles, wallets, keys, or MP3 players like iPods.
Speakers
Cooling Fans
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.
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.	Parts & Electronics: lifetime Electronics: 1 year Labor: 1 year

Pros:

100% commercial quality
Lifetime warranty on parts & electronics
Saddle is padded and has 12 up/down settings
20 resistance levels with digital magnetic control
Eight preset workout programs
Five user-designed workout programs
Heart rate control technology
Compatible with wireless chest strap (not included)
Contact heart rate sensors
Multi-position handlebars
Optional tablet bracket
Optional bracket to add your own TV
Shelf to hold a mobile device or magazine
350-pound user weight capacity
Easy assembly with few steps
Transport wheels attached

Cons:

High price
Lacks Bluetooth for connecting with fitness apps
Seat can’t move forward/backward (only up/down)

Introduction

The Landice U7 is an upright exercise bike made in the USA. Featuring club-quality parts and electronics, it’s guaranteed for a lifetime of home use. Below we describe the Landice upright bike control panel, parts, and lifetime warranty.

Control Panel Options

Landice upright bikes come with the choice of two control panels. Depending on your needs and budget, you’re bound to find just what you’re looking for.

Cardio Control Panel

The basic option that provides the general features and workout programming is the Cardio Control Panel. This console works well for the average shopper and provides:

4 motivational display screens
Data storage for four users
5 built-in programs
5 user-defined programs
Time, distance, and calorie goal programs
2 built-in interactive heartrate monitoring programs
2 user-defined heartrate monitoring programs

Achieve Control Panel

For an extra $300, the Achieve Control Panel picks up where the Cardio Control Panel leaves off with additional programming features that expand your horizons including:

An extra motivational display screen
3 more built-in programs
An additional user-defined program
2 HIIT programs
2 extra user-defined heartrate monitoring programs

Heart rate can be monitored with contact sensors or wirelessly. Contact sensors are built into the handlebars, and a wireless transmitter is sold separately. Color-coded lights (red, yellow and green) on the Landice bike console indicate whether you’re exercising above, below, or within your target heart rate zone.

Landice U7 Features

Landice upright bikes have 20 magnetically-controlled resistance levels. The lowest setting is very light and may be appropriate for rehabilitative exercise. At 400 Watts, users experience the toughest setting which is ample force for the typical home bike user.

Handlebars on the Landice U7 are adjustable to support different riding positions and body sizes. Resistance controls are built into the handlebar tips for convenience. The seat is padded and contoured for comfort. It can be easily positioned into a choice of 12 up/down settings without tools to accommodate a wide range of user heights.

For on-board digital entertainment, you can set a tablet computer on the console shelf; add a tablet or VESA-D bracket for maximum customization and enjoyment.

Heart rate can be monitored with contact grips. However, these may require up to 45 seconds of contact before a readout is provided. The most convenient way to measure heart rate is with a wireless heart rate transmitter sold separately.

Amenities include a three-speed cooling fan, a bottle holder, and an accessory pocket. For convenience and energy conservation, the U7 is cord-free. The console electronics are powered by the rider instead of electricity.

Landice upright bike dimensions are approximately 45″ L 25″ W x 58″ H. This unit weighs 159 pounds and has transport wheels.

Warranty & Guarantee

Landice backs this purchase for a lifetime. The U7 upright bike warranty provides:

– Frame: Lifetime

– Parts & Electronics: Lifetime

– Labor: One year

The manufacturer also guarantees machine replacement if a unit is defective.

Conclusion

The Landice U7 is a top-notch upright bike. It costs twice as much as other stationary bikes but could easily serve 20-times longer. Comfortable seating, good physical adjustability, and very customizable workout programs round out the excellent basics. Add your tablet computer, iPad, or even a television to create an all-around luxurious home exercise center.

Other Landice Exercise Bikes

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