Monday, 16 April 2018

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, image, compare with 2014 Nautilus R616 console
2018 Nautilus R616 console
2014 Nautilus R616 console, image, compare with 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, image
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.





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:


Features compared between the Nautilus R616 2018 versus Nautilus R616 2014 Recumbent Exercise Bike:


NAUTILUS R616 2018
NAUTILUS R616 2014

DIFFERENCES
MODEL NO.
R616 MY18, 100670
R16 MY14, 100388
COLOR
Black
Grey/silver
CONSOLE
Redesigned console for 2018 (see images above)
2014 console (see images above)

SIMILARITIES
USER WEIGHT CAPACITY
Supports users up to 300 lbs (136 kg)
FLYWHEEL
High-speed high-inertia perimeter weighted flywheel for smooth & quiet operation
RESISTANCE
25 levels of Eddy Current Resistance (ECB)
PROGRAMS
29 customizable workout programs including:
·         Profile
·         Heart-rate
·         Custom
·         Fitness test
·         Quick Start
CONSOLE
Blue-backlit Dual Track LCD high-resolution display (2 screens) shows up to 13 workout stats including:
·         Time
·         Speed
·         Distance
·         Calories burned
·         Heart-rate
·         Custom

Stats can be displayed in miles or kilometers
USERS
4 user profiles
BLUETOOTH
Bluetooth LE smart connectivity for seamless transferring of workout data to online fitness tracking apps including:
·         Nautilus connect / Nautilus Trainer app
·         MyFitnessPal
·         Other partnered fitness apps
USB PORT
USB charging port
HEART RATE MONITORS
·         Contact pulse-grip sensors in handlebars each side of the seat
·         Telemetry enabled for wireless chest strap
MEDIA SHELF
Media shelf built into console
SOUND SYSTEM
Acoustic chambered speakers with MP3 input
FAN
Adjustable 3-speed cooling fan
WATER BOTTLE HOLDER
Water bottle holder by side of seat
HANDLEBARS
Ergonomic handlebars
SEAT
·         Padded contoured seat
·         Ventilated lumbar support backrest
·          
SEAT RAIL
Aluminum sliding seat rail system with easy adjust lever & solid locking mechanism allows you to adjust seat higher/lower & closer/further away from pedals
PEDALS
Oversized deluxe pedals with adjustable safety straps
STABILITY
2 integrated levellers & oversized crossbar tubing for solid workout platform & added stability
PORTABILITY
Front-mounted transport wheels
DIMENSIONS
Approx.  64” long x 27” wide x 50” high
 BIKE WEIGHT
Approx.  108 lbs
WARRANTY
10 years frame, 2 years parts, 1 year electronics, 90 days labor



See what some customers who have bought the 2018 or 2014 Nautilus R616 Recumbent Exercise Bikes have to say about them:

M.R.:
“The Nautilus R616 is exactly what I hoped for in a recumbent bike.  This is health club quality at a home gym price.  The R616 is very solidly built and operates quietly.  Assembling this bike was very easy with clear instructions and everything needed included.  The range of resistance speeds is more than adequate, suitable from easy handling for post-knee surgery rehab up to bike race preparation workouts.  The R616’s seat is very comfortable and is easy to adjust for different rider heights.”

J.L.:
“I’ve had foot surgery and the Nautilus R616 recumbent bike has saved me.  It’s a sturdy bike and was a great bargain.  Extremely happy.”

S.M.
“No issues so far with the Nautilus R616 2014 recumbent bike.  I changed the pedals to make this bike accessible for my son who has CP.”

W.E.:
“Overall, the Nautilus R616 2018 offers great value for money.  I upgraded from an older Schwinn recumbent bike which I liked but it used to wobble because of the design of the head unit.  The Nautilus R616 doesn’t have this issue and is better designed and lower to the ground.  Pedal action is smooth, the electronics are good and there are many options.  Bluetooth and wireless heart-rate features worked right out of the box with no issues.  My only gripe with this bike is that the seat structure tends to wobble a little under heavy cranking, a little annoying but I expect I’ll get used to it.  If I had to buy again, I probably would buy this bike but I would also look at the Nautilus R618 to see if its seat structure was beefier as I would be prepared to pay a bit more to eliminate that issue.  Overall though this bike offers tremendous value for a home exercise machine.  I’m 6ft 2” tall (32” inseam) and have sufficient legroom with around 2” more still available.  Just a note that if you place a device on the media shelf, just make sure you move it over a bit so as not to cover up the upper left-hand corner of the console otherwise the wireless heart-rate monitor might not register.”

N.B.  It’s advisable to consult your doctor or health care professional if you are new to exercise or if you have any concerns regarding your health and fitness regime.

*Prices/discounts/shipping indicated correct at time of writing/publishing and may be subject to change anytime.


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