Showing posts with label Spinner S5 vs S3. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Spinner S5 vs S3. Show all posts

Sunday, 4 June 2017

Spinner S5 versus Spinner S3 Indoor Cycling Bikes, Comparison Review

The Spinner S5 and Spinner S3 Indoor Cycling Bikes offer the ability to cycle train in the comfort of your own home. The Spinner S5 and S3’s 31 lb perimeter weighted flywheel offers smooth consistent momentum, while their chain drive system mimics a true road-bike feel.

The Spinner S5 and Spinner S3 spin bikes utilize a friction resistance system which is easily adjustable via a micro-adjustable turn knob.  Both spin bikes feature an easy-to-use push-down emergency brake with leather pad which is more durable than traditional felt pads used in spin bikes.    
Micro-adjustable resistance knob & push-down brake on Spinner S5 and Spinner S3 spin bikes
Micro-adjustable resistance
knob & push-down brake
Ergonomically designed, the Spinner S5 and S3 both offer great adjustability for a better fit for different riders (compatible for riders ranging from 4ft 10” tall up to 6ft 7” tall).

The wide padded saddle on both bikes adjusts up, down, fore and aft.  The large-diameter commercial-sized handlebars on both bikes are height adjustable and features multi-position rubberized non-slip grips for rider comfort.

4-way adjustable seat on Spinner S5 and Spinner S3 spin bikes
4-way adjustable seat
Large-diameter commercial-sized handlebars, height adjustable, on Spinner S5 and Spinner S3 spin bikes
Large-diameter commercial-sized
handlebars, height adjustable



An additional comfort feature on both the Spinner S5 and S3 indoor cycles is their narrow Q-factor of 147 mm (distance between the pedals) which is close to a true road bike and offers a more natural pedaling motion which is easier on your knees.

The main differences between the Spinner S5 and S3 Indoor Cycling Bikes come down to the color of the frame, flywheel cover, and pedal design.  The Spinner S5 has a charcoal colored frame and translucent flywheel cover, while the S3 has a silver/gray frame and black flywheel cover.

Molded water bottle holder on frame of Spinner S5 and Spinner S3 spin bikes
Molded water bottle holder on frame
The pedals on the Spinner S5 are dual sided for toe cage or SPD compatibility while the Spinner S3 has toe cage pedals only.  However, the pedals on both bikes have standard threads so can easily be swapped out for pedals of your own choice if required.

Both the Spinner S5 and S3 spin bikes include a molded water bottle holder located on the frame.

Additional features on both bikes include easy-to-adjust stabilizer feet, front-mounted transport wheels, and a user weight capacity of up to 250 lbs.

Also included with both the Spinner S5 and S3 bikes are 4 spinning DVDs to help you get the best out of your spin cycle workouts:  Ultimate Energy, Train & Tone, Turn & Burn, and Maximum Results.





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 closer look at the main differences and similarities in features and specifications between the Spinner S5 and Spinner S3 to help you decide on which is the best indoor cycle for you: