How to pick a model?(Part 2)

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Variety of Aquabike Models

To begin it is important to understand we have a choice of four models:

• V1/V3.
• V2.
• V4.
• V5.

Two key features are important to consider, the resistance and the frame built.

The four models can be grouped into two categories when we speak in term of resistance:

• the adjustable in the pool ones (models V2 and V4) .
• the ones adjustable only outside of the pool (model V1/V3 and V5).

From a resistance perspective, models V2 and V4 have a resistance break block mounted on their frame while the models V1/V3 and V5 have two surface resistance devices which are located underneath the pedals. As shown below in these two pictures.

The four models can also be grouped into two categories when we speak in term of frame:  

• the only seat adjustable ones (models V1/V3 and V2).
• the fully adjustable ones (model V4 and V5).

With the only seat adjustable frame or also called “basic” frame, you can only adjust the height of the seat. With the fully adjustable one, you can adjust the height of the frame, handlebar & the seat as well as bringing forward and backward the seat. 

How to pick a model ?

Now onto a real scenario… 

When I get asked which model should I pick, I first like to start by asking the following question, is it important for you to be able to adjust the resistance while you are sitting comfortably in your pool on your bike? 

If the answer is no, I suggest the models V1/V3 and V5 and if the answer is yes, I suggest the models V2 and V4. 

So now onto narrowing down from 2 models to one. My second question is then “Would you like a fully adjustable aquabike (frame, seat, handlebar) or being able to just adjust the height of the seat will be sufficient?”. If the answer is “I would love to fully adjust my position”, then the frames V4 or V5 would be the answer.  

For example, if you were down to V1/V3 or V5, and the fully adjustability factor is your jam then you would end up with a V5.  

If a diagram speaks to you more than a thousand words, you probably will like this flow diagram 😊. 

If budget is a key decider factor, here is the ranking from the lowest to the highest investment cost:  

• V1/V3, then 
• V2, then 
• V5, finally 
• V4. 

Please note, the same quality of materials is used across our range of equipment. Some models require less material which explains why they cost less. For example, the adjustable frames models (V5 and V4) are slightly bigger than the frame of the models V1/V3 and V2 and therefore require more aluminium. 

Hope that helps. If you still are undecided, please do not hesitate to contact us, we are always happy to help 😊  

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