Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer

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BioGlide motion technology allows for a natural-feeling stride
BioFit comfort footpads and handlebars
Grip heart rate on handlebars
18-inch stride length
Eight computer-controlled resistance levels
Eight workout programs: manual, six profile programs, and calorie goal
Quick Start function
Eddy current brake resistance
Dimensions: 59 inches long by 26 inches wide by 68 inches tall
Three feedback programs: recovery mode, results mode, BMI
Transport wheels for easy movement
Water bottle holder

Space saving -ECB resistance -Forward + Backward -25 lb flywheel (per manual) -18" stride. The Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer offers eight computer-controlled resistance levels and eight workout programs for workout variety, including six user-profile programs, one manual, and one calorie goal program. Its quick start functions allows you to easily change your resistance level while exercising to challenge yourself to the next level. Three feedback programs--recovery mode, results mode, and body mass index (BMI)--allow you to track the progress of your workout routine.

Cons

-Manual subpar. Amazon acknowledges with email M8x25 error, but there are other (unrecognized by Amazon) mistakes. -Fit is only 99% perfect. Some holes don't line up perfectly, but what can you expect at this price point? -"Heel rising" during motion despite "articulating foot plate" was a little more than I expected, but not much more than other ellipticals -I'm only 5'9", but I prefer a 20" stride (found on Sole Ellipticals), probably because I'm use to the gym but 18" is definitely ok -Display is hard to read. Back lighting (on 418,438) would help. -The "easiest" setting is a little hard for my wife, probably due to heavy flywheel -My wife has tripped over the small power cord, so I can understand why battery power on the 418 is a nice option.

Conclusion

Due to the price, I would buy the Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer again in a heartbeat. Same award winning mechanics as the 418, 438 but a much cheaper price point. However, if you work out a lot at night and want a backlight, or don't want a power cord across the room, I would seriously consider spending the extra $200 for the 418 despite the problematic Amazon reviews. UPDATE: Like others, I too had developed a small "squeaking noise" problem. However, my squeaking was located where the moving handlebars pivot, close to the flywheel. A quick call to Schwinn (hold time < 1 min) told me that I probably tightened the handlebars too much. I was told to back off by a quarter turn until the squeaking disappeared. Three quarter turns later, my squeaking is gone! Apparently my obsessive compulsiveness in tightening everything down was too aggressive. One month later, and I still love my Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer, and I was very happy with the customer service too.