Question 1

What are the main differences between the Ex5-x and Ex 7?

Accepted Answer

The biggest difference between the 5 and the 7 is that the 7 is hard wire connected and also offers Bluetooth.  The 5 only has the Bluetooth option.

Echelon EX-5S
• 22” Bluetooth and HD touch screen, flips 180
degrees
• Adjustable fore/AFT aero handlebars
• 17 competition seat adjustments
• 32 levels of indexing resistance
• Seat mounted dumbbell rack
• Adjustable SPD compatible toe cage pedals
• Competition-style seat
• Small footprint base with wheels
• Power port at front & rear of base
• Handlebar mounted water bottle holders

Echelon EX-7S
• Comm’l Grade
• *Weighs 7lbs more than EX-5S
• *Comm’l Grade bearings, Crank arm & assembly
• Other internal components
• 22” HD touch screen flips 180 degrees:
• *Direct-connect wired screen (Bluetooth backup)
• Speakers are user-facing and higher wattage
• Audio jack is accessible on edge of screen
• USB charging port
• *Infinite, hole-less adjustment on seat and handlebar post:
• Twist knobs for horizontal adjustments
• Levers for vertical adjustments
• 32 levels of indexing resistance
• *Ethernet port & Power switch on rear frame, with existing
power ports on front and rear frame
• Seat mounted dumbbell rack
• Adjustable SPD compatible toe cage pedals
• *Upgraded competition-style seat
• Small footprint base with wheels
• Handlebar mounted *rubber-coated steel water bottle holders

Question 2

How can i monitor heart rate on the echelon ex-3? and ex-5?

Accepted Answer

Echelon sell an Arm Band and Chest Strap Heart Rate monitor that connects to their app via Bluetooth.  You can also purchase other HR Monitors that are compatible connect via Bluetooth and any app you prefer that show heart rate.

Question 3

Still not seeing answer to this. What does the monitor report or show WITHOUT a subscription? Pls don’t say classes require subscription. I KNOW THAT!

Accepted Answer

I just downgraded. You get 10 scenic rides and 15 pre-recorded fit classes. No live classes.

I have no idea if they rotate since I just did it.

Question 4

spd? 1)  If i want to use this with SPD shoes, do i need to buy any clips ,etc?  2) if yes, which one?    3) which shoes iare recommended?     thx!

Accepted Answer

Echelon Bikes come with SPD pedals included. Shoes depend what is most comfortable for you as the user and personal preference. There is a large variety available.

Asin	B07XGN9G8W
Assembly Instructions Description	Assembly instructions are provided.
Best Sellers Rank	#81,003 in Sporting Goods (See Top 100 in Sporting Goods) #60 in Recumbent Exercise Bikes
Brand Name	Echelon
Color	Black
Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (2,800) 4.3 out of 5 stars
Drive System	pedals
Global Trade Identification Number	00813061025024
Handle Material	Rubber
Item Dimensions D X W X H	21.3D x 52.4W x 56.3H centimeters
Item Weight	56 Kilograms
Manufacturer	Echelon
Material	Alloy Steel
Maximum Height	84 Inches
Maximum Weight Recommendation	300 Pounds
Minimum Height	22 Inches
Model Name	EX5-S
Model Number	EX5-S
Number Of Items	1
Number Of Packs	1
Number Of Resistance Levels	32
Part Number	EX5-S
Power Source	Pedal-powered (non-electric)
Recommended Uses For Product	Indoor
Resistance Mechanism	Magnetic
Special Features	Adjustable Seat, Distance Traveled Monitor, Speed Monitor
Unit Count	1 Pack
Upc	813061025024

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