True CS200 Upright Bike Review
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The True CS200 Upright Bike is a commercial grade fitness machine with a custom steel frame reminiscent of a racetrack design built for optimal performance and weighing a decent 138 lbs. when fully assembled. It has been rated for users up to a 350 lb. capacity and offers a compact design of only 3.5’ in length. The CS200 offers a quotient of 6-8 hours of use a day and comes with a lifetime warranty on the frame, 5 years on parts, and 1 year on labor. Moderate use and proper care will offer many years of riding bliss on the CS200 Upright Bike.
Brief Overview
The True CS200 Upright Bike is built for commercial settings and offers a simple, no fuss workout machine that is appealing to the eye with a sleek compact design. It is engineered to give users a real road experience during use and offers many different levels of workout intensity to beginners and even seasoned users. While not quite budget friendly, it is a stalwart machine built to last and is a perfect choice for those looking to increase their overall health and fitness levels.
Overall Quality
The True CS200 Upright Bike comes with an ergonomic seat that can be adjusted in 15 different positions and is angled to offer an outdoor experience in an indoor setting. The handlebars are multi-position and come with moisture resistant sleeves to negate sweaty hands. The console features a small 2 window LCD display and has numerous built-in programs to build cardio health along with True’s heartrate program that targets the perfect number of heartbeats during workout and adjusts exercise accordingly. There is a dual drive belt system for optimal performance along with 30 resistance levels to kick up the intensity levels. With a self-generating power source, the CS200 can fit into any workout space without having to worry about plugging the bike in which also keeps energy costs low.
Things we like
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✓commercial grade machine
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✓decent warranty
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✓sleek design
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✓self-generating power source
Things we dislike
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Xnot built for full commercial
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Xlow user facing tech
Specs
Power Source | Self-Generating |
Drive Motor | Dual Stage Drive System with Poly-V Belts |
Crank | 1-Piece Forged Steel Crank System with Sealed Bearings |
Resistance Source | Hybrid Self-Generating Brake |
Resistance Levels | 30 |
Frame Construction | Robotically Welded Heavy-Gauge Steel |
Pedals | Dual Sided with Weighted and Integrated Ratcheting Strap |
Seat | Ergonomic Seat with 15 Position Settings |
Handlebar Design | Multi-Position with Moisture Resistant Coating |
Contact Heart Rate Monitoring | Yes |
Wireless Heart Rate Monitoring | Polar® Compatible |
Low Step Over Height | Yes |
Footprint | 42"L x 25"W x 56.5"H / 107 cm x 64 cm x 143.5 cm |
Weight | 138 lbs / 63 kg |
Maximum User Weight | 350 lbs / 159 kg |
Portability | 2 Front Transport Wheels |
Warranty
Warranty Type: Vertical Market - 6-8 hours usage per day
Frame Lifetime
Parts 5 Years
Labor 1 Year
History
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Conclusion
True CS200 Upright Bike is a great choice for commercial and residential settings and is built to last through a multitude of workouts by a plethora of users. It has a sleek design with a compact footprint and does not require a power source to enable workout fun. While not too expensive, it is still a little pricey not to have technological options but is a wonder of a workout machine regardless and is a decent investment for anyone looking to bring their cycling indoors for the winter season.