The Schwinn Airdyne Evolution Comp Exercise Bike is an update to the classic dual-action exercise bike. Everything can be improved, and the standard Airdyne model is no exception. To show they have common sense, the Schwinn folks didn’t try to replace the original Airdyne. They just introduced this model as an additional model. Good move. This is how the Evo Comp does it best…

It’s the breeze… and the noise… See, Airdyne models use the resistance of turning on a fan to create the load you work against. Rotating fans produce wind and noise. In this case, a lot of wind and a lot of noise.

What the Evo has is a different fan and a different drive system. That fan is smaller and the drive is a belt, not a chain. Plus, that makes it a physically smaller machine, easier to move and store.

What you get is a quieter bike with less wind noise and less ride noise too. It’s a good deal. In addition, you also get less breeze. Now, a breeze isn’t all bad, but the good old Airdyne can make gale force winds. That’s not good.

So with the new Schwinn Airdyne Evolution Comp Exercise Bike, you get the same kind of rugged design as the previous model. But you get the same performance with less noise and less wind. It’s worth checking out if you’re looking for a sturdy exercise bike that’s likely to work for as long as you want to pedal on an exercise bike.