Body Cycle Competitive Analysis

Welcome to the "CYCLING FORCE" by Body Cycle. The new "Millenium" represents a benchmark year for health and fitness facilities as they embark on the most dramatic change in strength and cardio training history. Fitness club users, personal trainers and club owners are changing on a massive scale as evolution in group training have opened doors for the new wave of group-cyclist of all ages.

We created the Body Cycle to exceed the rigorous demands of group cycling, using only the highest quality materials. With indoor cycling classes growing in popularity, wouldn't you like to be able to offer your members a smooth, comfortable, and reliable cycle that can withstand the constant punishment of a group cycling class?

Then look no further. The Body Cycle was designed with users, trainers and club owners in mind. What separates the Body Cycle from the rest of the pack is a number of details and features that demonstrate our dedication to quality.

Built to last
The Body Cycle frame is a blend of stainless steel and cold-forged, semi-tempered steel resulting in a solid virtually rust proof cycle. We use 1/8" thick steel tubing (Compared to the 1/16" used by the competition) and manufacture the Body Cycle in Canada at an ISO 9000 approved facility.
Frame size and thickness compared. Ratio 1: 2.33"
Designed with cyclist in mind
The saddle and handlebars adjust up / down and forward / back in micro increments instead of the usual 1" found on bikes using the spring pin system. Riders get a more comfortable, natural riding position that help in preventing injuries. The Body Cycle uses a quick release pressure system which grips the posts firmly preventing the loose "jiggle" found in bikes using the spring pin system.
FRAME DESIGN AND ADJUSTABILITY ANALYSIS
 
Body Cycle
Schwinn
Rev Master
Keiser
Reebok
V-Bike
Design
Seat & handles adjustable in micro-increments, ensures
safe / proper fit
Seat moves outside of proper range, handlebars don't adjust
Questionable design, too stretched for smaller riders, may cause back aches. Brake system not protected from sweat.
Questionable stability, uncomfortable design too compact for smaller riders / too stretched for larger riders
Seat moves outside of proper range, handlebars don't adjust
Seat and handle bars adjustable. Thin tubing dents if handles adjusted too tight.
Handlebar Fore/Aft adj.
4" for proper fit and comfort
No
3"
No
No
3"
Seat Adjustments
4.5" allowing proper fit
From 4 to 7 foot person
7" allows improper fit, possible injuries
3.5" allowing improper fit
Optional 3"
5" allows improper fit, possible injuries
3" allowing improper fit
Seat & Handlebar adjusters
Techno-Polymer lever handles with stainless steel stud. Sweat and damage resistant.
Spring pin system with screw lock. Screw lock wears quickly, Hard to unscrew
Painted steel lever handle with steel stud. Paint may chip. May rust.
Spring pin and steel lever handle with steel stud. May rust
Spring pin system with screw lock. Screw lock wears quickly, hard to unscrew
Painted steel lever handle with steel stud. Paint may chip. May rust.
Feel the difference in the ride
The 42lb. Flywheel is precision machined and balanced. Other companies prefer to cut costs by having their wheels dye-cast and weighted for balance afterwards. The Body Cycles' precision balanced wheel gives a quieter ride and increased safety. Our patented braking / tension system is micro adjustable to any users level. With less than half as many parts as the competition's braking systems (And no cables) it is the most reliable around. A steel belted poly V Kevlar belt is used in place of the typical chain drive. Our belt is stronger, stretch resistant, requires no maintenance and won't rust like a chain.
DRIVETRAIN AND BRAKE SYSTEM ANALYSIS
 
Body Cycle
Schwinn
Rev Master
Keiser
Reebok
V-Bike
Flywheel
42lbs. Precision machined and balanced.Tempered chromium alloy.
Nickel plated to prevent rust.
38lbs. Dye cast and balanced afterwards to cut costs.
42lbs. Straight gauge steel, direct plating may rust.
40lbs. Dye cast and balanced afterwards to cut costs.
38lbs. Dye cast and balanced afterwards to cut costs.
42lbs. Straight gauge steel, direct plating may rust.
Drive Train
Gates U.S. Kevlar poly V belt, steel belted ultra quiet, maintenance free.
High maintenance chain, noisy, may rust.
Belt drive. Unknown brand. May stretch.
High maintenance chain, noisy, may rust.
Belt drive. Unknown brand. May stretch.
High maintenance chain, noisy, may rust.
Variable Resistance System
Patented brake system. No cables. Virtually maintenance free. Stainless Steel sweat guard.
High maintenance. Cables. Pads dry out and require frequent lubrication.
No sweat guard. Fast wearing resistance pad. Noisy. No Lubrication.
Nylon strap encircling flywheel. Noisy, unstable resistance. Nylon strap stretches and wears often.
Lever system. Cables may stretch or fray. Unstable resistance.
Fast wearing resistance pad. Noisy. No Lubrication.
Emergency Brake
 Push down - Pull up (T.R.S System).
 Pull up on adjustment knob. Push down on resistance knob Adjustment lever on handlebar. Adjustment lever on frame. Push down on resistance knob.
Chain Guard
Resistant Techno polymer-plastic, won't rust or crack.
Steel; May rust or dent.
Plastic, thin walls
May crack.
Plastic, thin walls
May crack.
Steel; May rust or dent.
Plastic, thin walls
May crack.
The Body Cycle is made in Canada using a blend of U.S and Canadian parts. It's stronger, smoother and more reliable than any of the competition. The Warranty speaks for itself, 5 years on frame and 2 years limited on the drive train system.
The Body Cycle is available in a rainbow of colors- Midnight Black and Sapphire Blue. Water cage, transport wheels, and toe clips are standard features. Options include QBS Clipless / Toe clip pedals, ergonomic seat designed for the pro cyclist. A new Free-Wheeler (DEFENDER) is also available. Chosen by many to add to their cardio lines or for the beginner.