Lanos 2-in-1 Magnetic Exercise Bike

Unit	Size	Supported weight	Resistance	Performance monitor	Warranty
Lanos Exercise Bike Check Discounted Price	L:32" W:20" H:41"	300 lbs	Magnetic, 10 levels	Time, Speed, Distance, Calories, Pulse, Scan	90 days

The Lanos 2-in-1 exercise bike offers a similar range of features and design as the Ativafit R8. It’s a 2-in-1 trainer, offering a semi-recumbent and an upright position. It’s available in three versions (so far), these being black, blue, and white. They are all the same in terms of features and price, the only difference is the color.

Key Features and Specifications

• Assembled dimensions: 32L x 20W x 41H inches (81L x 51W x 104H cm)
• Assembled weight: 47 lbs (21.3 kg)
• Supported weight: 300 lbs (136 kg)
• Handlebar: Non-adjustable
• Seat: 2-way adjustable
• Resistance: Manual magnetic, 10 levels
• Fitness monitor: Time, speed, distance, calories, pulse, scan
• Extras: Device holders
• Warranty: 90 days

The Lanos 2-in-1 exercise bike features an X-type frame made of steel tubing. The larger frame part consists of two parallel bars, while the shorter part of the frame that holds the seat and the resistance system is rectangular. The base bars and the handlebars are cylindrical. All the steel parts feature a rust-resistant paint finish while the covers of the drive system are made of durable thermoplastic material.

The bike offers two active positions, and one storage position, that’s why various other sources refer to it as a 3-in-1 exercise bike. The upright stopper bar that offers support for the seat has two positions. Therefore, you can use this exercise bike as a semi-recumbent one, or as an upright bike. The third position is folded, which offers better storage possibilities.

With the frame set to the semi-recumbent position, the bike is 32″L x 20″W x 41″H (81L x 51W x 104H cm). Conversely, with the frame set to the upright position, it is approx. 29″L x 20″W x 46″H (73 x 51 x 117 cm). This being said, it is not a very large fitness machine so it can fit pretty well even into a small room. It is recommended, though, to leave at least two feet of clearance all around it for safe usage.

The bike is not too heavy. Its net weight is 47 lbs (21.3 kg). Therefore, it can easily be carried and assembled by only one person. Plus, once it is assembled it can be moved with ease as its front base stabilizer integrates a set of small wheels.

Although it’s an exercise bike made for home use, the Lanos 2-in-1 offers a pretty impressive weight capacity. It is rated for a user weight limit of 300 lbs (136 kg), and users up to 320 lbs (145 kg) have reported that it holds them pretty well.

Seat and handlebars

The Lanos 2-in-1 exercise bike is equipped with a seat with backrest designed for optimal comfort. Both the seat and the backrest integrate a layer of foam padding. They are also contoured. The seat is approx. 12″ (~31 cm) wide, and 9 (23 cm) deep, while the backrest is 11 1/2″ (29 cm) wide, and 6″ (15 cm) top to bottom.

The whole seat assembly is adjustable. Its upright post has 10 adjustment notches. Therefore, the bike should be able to accommodate users between 4’5″ and 6’4″ (135 – 193 cm). It does not have a horizontal slider and does not offer front to back adjustment like the seat on the Sunny Evo-Fit SF-B2969, for example.

The backrest does not have a reclining feature, nor it can be adjusted up or down. It cannot be adjusted independently from the seat. However, the backrest can fold forward over the seat pad, so when the bike is in its folded position, it saves some extra space.

The Lanos 2-in-1 bike features two sets of handlebars. One is attached to the seat assembly, the other to the front section of the bike. None of these handlebars are adjustable. The front ones offer three main grips. They also integrate pulse sensors. The seat handlebars basically offer only one grip. They do not have pulse sensors. Both handlebar sets feature rubber-foam sleeves for an improved grip.

Resistance and drive

The Lanos 2-in-1 exercise bike is equipped with a mechanical magnetic resistance system. Therefore, you don’t need an adapter or an external power source for it. But on the other hand, the bike cannot adjust the resistance automatically.

The resistance system consists of a magnetic brake attached near the internal flywheel and connected to the large tension dial at the front of the bike. When you turn this dial, the internal brake changes its position in relation to the flywheel which increases or decreases the intensity of the internal magnetic field. This leads to more or less pedaling resistance.

The bike offers 10 levels of resistance while many other similar models only offer 8, so this is a plus. The first level of resistance is fairly light, great for a fitness warm-up, recovery training, or in general, for users with a low level of fitness. Conversely, the 10th tension level delivers considerably more resistance simulating a steep climb.

The weight of the internal flywheel is not specified. However, since the bike weighs only 47 lbs (21.3 kg), the flywheel probably doesn’t weigh more than 20 lbs (9.0 kg). It has a balanced structure, though, and provides a pretty consistent momentum. It is also bi-directional, so you can alternate reverse pedaling sessions with forward pedaling sessions in case you want to focus different muscle groups. It is important to mention, though, that coasting on this bike is not possible.

The bike is equipped with a pretty solid crankset featuring steel arms. The pedals are made of heavy-duty thermoplastic material with a textured surface and adjustable straps so that you can secure your feet on them if needed. Also, the Q-Factor (spacing between the pedals) is approx. 5″ (127 mm), which is pretty narrow. Thus, you won’t get any unnecessary lateral stress on the knees and ankles during pedaling.

The internal drivetrain uses a poly-v belt. Naturally, a belt drive system comes with a few advantages. For example, you don’t need to lubricate it periodically as it is the case for a bike chain drive. It also contributes to the smoothness and quietness of the ride.

Performance monitor

Although the performance monitor included with the Lanos exercise bike does not have any workout programs or online connectivity, it does offer a few extra features over a basic model. To begin with, its display is divided into multiple sub-sections and shows up to 6 workout metrics at once. It indicates time, distance, speed, calories, and pulse.

Speed and distance are shown in English units (miles and MPH). The pulse reading function is grip contact only. In other words, the monitor unit can only read your pulse if you hold on to the sensors integrated into the front handlebars. It is not telemetric and cannot read your pulse from a wireless heart rate chest strap or armband.

The monitor unit is easy to use. It only has one button. By pressing the button, you can change the workout metrics shown on the top, larger section of the display, and select the one you want to view. This way, you can also select the Scan Mode which rotates all the metrics showing each one for a few seconds.

The monitor unit is battery-powered. It requires two AAA batteries which are included. It starts monitoring your metrics when you begin pedaling and also turns off automatically after a few minutes of inactivity on the bike.

The performance monitor unit also integrates a device holder. This accessory consists of a small shelf placed at the bottom of the unit. It can serve as support for a tablet or phone which you might want to have at hand when exercising. However, it is important to mention that the monitor unit does not have any connection ports for your device and you cannot sync it with a smartphone or tablet.

Assembly and Maintenance

The main frame of the bike with all the drive and resistance elements comes pre-assembled. However, there still are several parts that require user assembly. Among them, we can count the two base stabilizers, the seat, the backrest, the handlebars, the pedals, and the performance monitor. The assembly task is far from being complicated, though, and shouldn’t take more than 30-40 minutes. The manual provides clear assembly instructions and all the necessary tools are included.

For maintenance, you only have to keep the bike clean, wipe the sweat droplets that may fall on the frame at the end of the workout, and periodically inspect the bike to make sure all its parts hold tight in their places and function properly. The internal mechanism does not require lubrication.

The Pros

• Sturdy construction – supports users up to 300 lbs;
• Small footprint;
• Foldable, great for a small apartment;
• Two available usage positions for the frame (semi-recumbent and upright);
• Transport wheels included;
• Comfortable, large seat, offering 2-way adjustability;
• Multi-grip handlebar with high-density foam sleeves for improved comfort;
• Pulse sensors integrated into the front handlebar grips;
• Heavy-duty crankset with weighted pedals;
• Smooth and quiet operation;
• 10 levels of magnetic resistance;
• Fitness monitor included – it tracks time, distance, speed, calories, and pulse;
• Device holder integrated into the fitness monitor;
• Accessory holder on the front part of the frame;
• Easy to assemble;
• Little maintenance required.

The Cons

• A tablet placed on the device holder may cover the monitor display;
• No goal settings on the fitness monitor;
• No backlight on the fitness monitor display.

Summary

The Lanos 2-in-1 is a semi-recumbent and upright exercise bike made for home use. It is equipped with a comfortable seat, a manual magnetic resistance system with 10 adjustment levels, and a performance monitor that tracks time, distance, speed, calories, and pulse. It also has a sturdy frame with a maximum user weight capacity of 300 lbs. In all, it’s a fairly decent bike great for muscle toning, stamina development, and weight loss.