Marcy NS-1000 Fan Bike – Review

While there are a number of stationary exercise bikes available in the market, you will not find many that can help you have a full-body workout at a very affordable price. The Marcy NS-1000 is one such bike that allows you to exercise about 80% of the muscle groups in your body.

The Workout Experience

The Marcy NS-1000 enables you to strengthen your whole body and also burn calories at the same time. It comes with a chain drive system, which comprises of a traditional chain that is used on a bicycle and there is a fan flywheel. As long as you keep it lubricated, the transmission of the machine remains quiet and smooth.

This type of system is also more durable and you can easily find the parts required for repair. As far as resistance is concerned, the bike comes with an air resistance system. This means that the Marcy NS-1000 uses a fan for creating resistance. When you pedal on the bike, it generates resistance, so your pedaling tempo will determine the resistance.

This means that if you pedal faster, the resistance will become more intense and it becomes less challenging when you slowdown. You can also use a tension knob for increasing and decreasing resistance as per your preference. But, your pedaling ability still influences the intensity, while the fan can provide a refreshing and cooling effect.

Footprint, Portability and Construction

One of the best things about the Marcy NS-1000 is that it is compact, portable and lightweight. When fully assembled, the bike is 45 inches long, 26 inches wide. The overall weight of the machine is at 58 pounds, which is very reasonable and it has a weight capacity of about 250 pounds. There are also transportation wheels given with the bike that make it easy to move it around and store it wherever you want.

Even though the Marcy NS-1000 is a basic bike, steel tubing has been used for making its frame. Anti-corrosion paint has been used on the frame for preventing rust.

The Ergonomics

A good thing about the Marcy NS-1000 is that it comes with a cushioned, large and contoured seat, which offers you decent comfort. It can be adjusted two ways, which means upwards and downwards.

The moving and curvy handlebars of the bike have a soft rubber foam coating, which prevent slippage and offer long-lasting comfort. You do not have to worry about blisters on your hand. The pedals also have an anti-skid design and your feet stay secure due to the adjustable safety straps.

Technology

There is a basic monitor on the Marcy NS-1000 that allows you to keep track of your workout progress as it displays data, such as speed, distance, time and calories burned. The Scan Function allows you to see all the workout data simultaneously. The monitor is not telemetry-enabled, so it cannot track your heart rate, so you have to use an external heart rate device. You can also set your targets for Calories, Time and Distance.

Pros

• Durable and sturdy
• Transportation wheels for easy relocation

Cons

• No heart rate sensors
• Non-backlit monitor

The Verdict

The Marcy NS-1000 is an excellent exercise bike when you are looking for a full body workout and do not want to spend a lot of money.