Comparing Nautilus R618 2018 versus R618 2016 Recumbent Bike, What's the Difference?

Built for high-performance and intensive training, the Nautilus R618 2018 and R618 2016 are premium Recumbent Bikes that combine high quality components with comfort ergonomics and a great range of features to keep you motivated.

 

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The Nautilus R618 2018 and R618 2016 Recumbent Bikes offer the exact same features with the only difference being in the overall color of the frame:  the 2018 model is finished in an all-black frame whereas the previous 2016 model is finished in a grey/silver frame.

So apart from the color, both the Nautilus R618 2018 and 2016 Recumbent Bikes are built to the same high standards, offering super smooth and quiet operation thanks to their ECB magnetic resistance system and heavy-duty 30 lb effective flywheel system.

To keep your workouts varied and challenging, the Nautilus R618 2018 and 2016 Recumbent Bikes feature 25 resistance levels and 29 performance training programs including intervals, challenges, weight management, heart-rate and customizable programs.  Both bikes feature In-Reach buttons in the handlebars by the side of the seat for quick and easy adjustment of the resistance level.

Nautilus R618
SightLine console

Both the Nautilus R618 2018 and 2016 Recumbent Bikes come with a high-quality SightLine STN Dual Track blue-backlit console which is the best in the fitness industry, offering tilt adjustable for the best viewing angle and rich natural colors on the 2 screens making it easier on the eyes.

A wide range of motivating workout stats are displayed on the R618’s dual screens including time, speed, distance, calories and heart-rate (heart-rate can measured via either the contact pulse sensors in the handlebars by the side of the seat or via a wireless chest strap to help you stay within your target heart-rate zone as you exercise).

The Nautilus R618’s console allows for up to 4 user profiles and offers Bluetooth connectivity for seamless transferring of your workout stats to online fitness tracking apps including Nautilus Connect, My Fitness Pal and other partnered apps. 

The Nautilus R618’s console is packed with a great range of additional premium features including a 3-speed fan to help keep you cool, a sound system to listen to your favorite music (dual speakers with MP3 input), a USB charging port to charge your smart devices, and a built-in media shelf to place your tablet, book or mobile phone to keep entertained as you exercise.

In addition, there’s a conveniently placed water bottle holder located on the frame underneath the console so you can keep hydrated without having to get off the machine.

Nautilus R618 gel cushioned seat
with airflow backrest

Both the Nautilus R618 2018 and 2016 Recumbent Bikes are ergonomically designed with a low-step through frame for easy mounting/dismounting the Dynamic Recline Nautilus Gel seat.

The comfortable seat features a gel-cushioned base and a ventilated backrest for cool airflow.  The reclining backrest is infinitely adjustable and the seat itself sits on a sliding seat rail system with an easy adjustment lever to adjust the height and closeness of the seat to the pedals for a custom fit.

The Nautilus R618 Recumbent Exercise Bike belongs to the Nautilus Performance Series range which is designed for HIIT training making it suitable for the more serious athlete.  Sturdily constructed, the Nautilus R618 allows for a high user weight capacity of up to 325 lbs.

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Let’s take a look at the full features and specifications compared in the table below between the Nautilus R618 2018 versus R618 2016 to help you decide on which is the best recumbent bike for you:

Comparing Nautilus R616 2018 versus R616 2014 Recumbent Bike, What's the Difference?

The Nautilus R616 2018 Recumbent Bike retains all the same high-end features and quality build construction of the 2014 Nautilus R616, with just a couple of exceptions:

·        The 2018 Nautilus R616 comes with a redesigned console that’s now even more intuitive to use (see images below of the consoles side by side for differences).

·        The 2018 Nautilus R616’s frame is finished in an all black color for a sleeker look compared to the 2014’s grey/silver frame color (see images below).

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Apart from the above 2 differences, the 2018 and 2014 Nautilus R616 Recumbent Bikes offer the exact same features (see full features detailed in the table below) and offer great value for money, rivalling many of the recumbent exercise bikes in the more expensive categories.

Both the 2018 and 2014 Nautilus R616 Recumbent Bikes utilize a high-speed high-inertia perimeter-weighted flywheel with an Eddy Current resistance system which combine to provide smooth, quiet and consistent momentum throughout the bike’s wide range of programs and resistance levels.

Both Nautilus R616 Recumbent Bikes feature 25 ECB resistance levels and 29 customizable workout programs including profile, heart-rate, custom, fitness test and Quick Start programs so there’s plenty to keep people of all ages and fitness levels motivated and challenged.

2018 Nautilus R616 console

2014 Nautilus R616 console

Although the consoles on the 2018 and 2014 Nautilus R616 Recumbent Bikes differ in design, they are both straightforward and easy to use and both feature Dual Track blue backlit LCD display (2 screens) and show up to 13 different workout stats to keep you motivated as you exercise including time, speed, distance, calories burned and heart rate.

To help you stay within your target heart rate zone as you exercise, both recumbent bikes feature contact pulse sensors in the handlebars by the side of the seat and both consoles are also telemetry enabled for more accurate wireless chest-strap heart-rate monitoring.

Both the 2018 and 2014 Nautilus R616 Recumbent Exercise Bikes allow for 4 user profiles and both offer Bluetooth connectivity so you can seamlessly transfer your workout data to online fitness tracking apps including Nautilus Connect, Nautilus Trainer, My Fitness Pal and other partnered fitness apps.

Additional premium features incorporated into both the 2018 and 2014 Nautilus R616’s consoles include a sound system with acoustic chambered speakers and MP3 input, a USB charging port, media shelf, and adjustable 3-speed cooling fan.

Nautilus R616 ergonomic seat
with airflow backrest

The 2018 and 2014 Nautilus R616 Recumbent Bikes are both ergonomically designed for optimum user comfort and feature a padded contoured seat with ventilated backrest to allow for good airflow.  The step-through frame design makes it easy to mount and dismount the seat, while the sliding seat rail system allows you to adjust the height and closeness to the pedals for a custom fit for different users.

Additional features on both the 2018 and 2014 Nautilus R616 Recumbent Exercise Bikes include a convenient water bottle holder at the side of the seat, oversized deluxe pedals with adjustable safety straps, and front-mounted transport wheels for easy relocation.

Both the 2018 and 2014 Nautilus R616 Recumbent Bikes are solidly constructed, featuring 2 integrated levellers, center-support and over-sized crossbar tubing for added stability.  Both bikes allow for a high user weight capacity of up to 300 lbs.

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Fitness tip:  Cycling for just 30 minutes could burn between 207-345 calories for women or 252-420 calories for men, depending on the intensity of the cycling.

Let’s take a glance in the table below at the features and specifications compared between the Nautilus R616 2018 and Nautilus R616 2014 to help you decide on which is the best recumbent upright exercise bike for you:

First Degree Fitness Apollo Pro II Black Reserve AR Water Rower Rowing Machine, Review

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Emulate the sound and feel of real water rowing with the First Degree Fitness Apollo Pro II Black Reserve AR Water Rower Rowing Machine.

The commercial-grade Apollo Pro II Rower is highly functional and ergonomically designed for optimum comfort.  With its distinct look and feel, the Apollo Pro II is engineered with a high-quality steel head frame and hand-lacquered American Ash wood side rails (sourced from sustainable forests) for long-lasting durability.

The First Degree Fitness Apollo Pro II’s water tank utilizes a unique triple bladed impeller and baffled tank internals to deliver instant catch and consistent motion with no dead spots throughout the whole stroke.  Its Variable Fluid Resistance system allows you to adjust the intensity of your rowing from feather-light to Olympic sprint with the simple turn of a dial.

The Apollo Pro II Rowing Machine utilizes a maintenance-free belt drive and rapid recoil system for smooth and quiet operation.  The handle is ergonomically designed to help minimize strain on your hands, wrists and forearms.  The seat rail system utilizes silent action bearings and the seat itself is designed for comfort and safety with its padded contoured design and textured finish to prevent slipping.

Adjustable footplates

For optimal foot placement, the Apollo Pro II features height adjustable footplates with secure heel placement and foot straps.  The footplates are designed with an angled surface to assist leg drive as you row.

To keep you motivated as you workout, the First Degree Fitness Apollo Pro II Black Reserve Water Rower comes with a multi-level monitor that displays your workout data as you exercise including time, distance, 500m split time, strokes per minute, calories per hour, watts and heart-rate.  The monitor also features a handy USB port.

Upright storage

The First Degree Fitness Apollo Pro II Water Rower can be used for group training and multi-user applications.

Sturdily built, the Apollo Pro II Rowing Machine allows for a maximum user weight capacity of up to 330 lbs.

To help save space when not in use, the Apollo Pro II can be stored upright and is equipped with front-mounted transport wheels for easy relocation.

For peace of mind and to reflect the manufacturer’s confidence in the long-lasting durability of this rowing machine, the Apollo Pro II comes with a commercial warranty (see details in the table below).

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Fitness tip:  Rowing for just 30 minutes could burn between 262-449 calories for women or 310-531 calories for men, depending on the intensity of the rowing.

Let’s take a look at the features and specifications in detail of the Apollo Pro II to help you decide if it’s the best indoor water rower rowing machine for you:

Comparing Nautilus U616 2018 versus U616 2014 Upright Exercise Bike, What's the Difference?

With a sturdy build construction and comfort ergonomics, the feature-rich Nautilus U616 2018 and U616 2014 are impressive exercise bikes for the money, rivalling many bikes in the more expensive categories.

 

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The 2018 Nautilus U616 Upright Exercise Bike incorporates all the same high-end features of the previous 2014 model but with a redesigned console (see images below for differences) that’s now even more user-friendly and a black-colored frame finish instead of the 2014’s grey/silver color.

Both the 2018 and 2014 Nautilus U616 Upright Exercise Bikes’ drivetrain combines a high-speed high-inertia perimeter weighted flywheel with an ECB (eddy current brake) resistance system that operates extremely smoothly and quietly and provides consistent momentum throughout the bike’s wide range of 25 resistance levels and 29 programs.

There’s something for everyone with the Nautilus U616 Exercise Bike’s 29 customizable workout programs which are sure to keep you motivated and challenged with workouts such as profile, heart-rate, custom, fitness & recovery test.  There’s also a Quick Start program so you can just get on and go at your own pace.

Although the design of the Nautilus U616 2018 and 2014’s console differs, they are intuitive to use and both feature Dual Track blue backlit screens for easy viewing of up to 13 motivating workout stats including time, speed, distance, calories burned and heart rate (heart rate can be monitored by either the built-in pulse grip sensors in the handlebars or via a wireless chest strap for telemetry heart-rate monitoring).

2018 Nautilus U616 console

2014 Nautilus U616 console

Both the 2018 and 2014 Nautilus U616 Exercise Bikes allow for up to 4 different user profiles and both feature Bluetooth connectivity for seamless transferring of workout data to online fitness tracking apps including Nautilus Connect, Nautilus Trainer, My Fitness Pal, and other partnered fitness apps.

The Nautilus U616 2018 and 2014’s consoles include a great range of additional features including acoustic chambered speakers with MP3 input, USB charging port, media shelf, and 3-speed cooling fan.  Both bikes also feature a conveniently placed water bottle holder located on the frame underneath the console.

For a custom fit for different riders, the Nautilus U616 2018 and 2014 Upright Exercise Bikes feature a 4-way adjustable seat (adjusts up/down/fore/aft) and angle-adjustable handlebars.  The oversized saddle is padded and contoured for a more comfortable ride while the ergonomic handlebars feature elbow rests for added comfort/support.

The Nautilus U616 2018 and 2014 Upright Exercise Bikes are sturdily built and feature 2 integrated levellers and oversized crossbar tubing for added stability and a solid platform.   Both bikes allow for a maximum user weight capacity of up to 300 lbs.

Front-mounted transport wheels
on Nautilus U616 2018

4-way adjustable,
oversized padded contoured saddle
on Nautilus U616 2014

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Fitness tip:  Just a 30 minute cycle ride could burn between 207-345 calories for women or 252-420 calories for men, depending on the intensity of the cycling.

 Let’s take a glance in the table below at the features and specifications compared between the Nautilus U616 2018 and Nautilus U616 2014 to help you decide on which is the best upright exercise bike for you: