ProForm TDF Pro Bike Review
TDF PRO BIKE REVIEW
Named after its namesake, the Tour de France, the TDF PRO by ProForm is a definite buy for those looking to add the experience of real road races and studio class training to their home workout schedule. The 22-inch HD Screen on top of a performance driven Bike is great – it swivels 180° and tilts up and down, which we really enjoyed! – an especially handy feature for cross-training components of a class where you can be required to get off the bike. But that's up to you and driven by the classes you select. Conveniently work out at home on your own schedule and avoid having to stress over getting a spot at your local gym or spin studio.
Follow elite professional trainers as they lead you through cycling and cross-training exercises. They keep you motivated on and off the bike. Now you can have your own space in an energetic studio right from your home gym.
The TDF Pro kicks your ride up a notch with its unique 20% incline to 20% decline capability, a popular feature that gives a realistic, real-road feeling and helps cardio and strength building with some resistance training. You always burn way more calories by cycling at an incline by the way. The TDF Pro Bike can automatically incline or decline to match the gradient of the terrain of your iFit Google maps workout or manually make your own adjustments to suit.
You can top off your training by adding upper-body strength moves.
Two 3-pound dumbbells are included with the bike. The streamed classes incorporate full body cross fit exercises so you get an overall body workout.
WHAT WE LOVE
Studio Classes • 10” HD touchscreen • 20% Incline • Cross-fit
The TDF Pro Bike includes the iFit Coach which lets you select on-demand professional led classes to stream. To learn more about why you need
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If you are looking to get fit or lose weight you want an iFit Coach on your side. Studies have shown that spinning as your only workout is great cardio but can lead to weight gain. iFit workouts add resistance and strength building to your routine to help burn those calories while adding muscle and bone density.
With the TDF Pro its +20% incline and -10% decline capability enable you to 3 burn 3 times the calories in the same time. It changes up your work-out and we found makes it is a lot more challenging. The bike can automatically adjust to sync with the iFit studio class and destination workouts. ─ Very Cool if you like that kind of thing - if not make your own adjustments.
Overall, this exercise bike is well built and operates quietly with its Silent Magnetic Resistance technology SMR™
WHAT TO KNOW
The TDF Pro Bike is named after its namesake race, The Tour de France. Powered by its integration with iFit and its selection of actual road race streamed and studio classes. The screen delivers a new cycling class in HD every day. From the comfort of home, you can immerse yourself in a bike workout and still get the studio’s group energy and vibe.
iFit provides access to over 800 cross-fit workouts to choose from so it's hard to get bored.
SADDLE, PEDALS & HANDLEBARS
Custom settings for this bike’s saddle, handlebars and resistance allow you to set up the ideal ergonomic ride.
There are 26 resistant levels to select from. Patented Silent Magnetic Resistance™ that lets the bike makes friction-less transitions quietly among resistance setting changes.
The TDF Pro’s saddle is padded for comfort and can be adjusted both vertically and horizontally. You can optionally install your own seat if you want.
There are 2 pedal options. One side of each pedal has adjustable toe straps, and the other side has SPD cycling shoe clips.
A TDF Pro comes with a 10 year warranty on the frame, 2 years for parts, and a 1-year labor warranty.
The bike's footprint: 59.25” Height x 25” Width x 64.75” Depth
GOOD TO KNOW
The ProForm TDF Pro screen can swivel, it doubles as a video workout display.
You can purchase in-home assembly for $299. This is handled by in-house technicians (no third parties) and includes delivery in the room of choice, assembly of the machine, and making sure the machine is 100% functional. Two bonus 3-pound hand weights are included. If you want to assemble the bike yourself, shipping is free to your front door.
iFit Coach SUBSCRIPTION FOR 1 MONTH ($39 value) is included with the TDF Pro purchase adding many dimensions to your fitness program. Read our Review on why you need iFit.
POINTS OF DISTINCTION
The 10" HD touchscreen display with Swivel design allows it to turn 180° to either side, and to tilt up or down so you can use the screen for included live cross-fit classes, upper body sessions incorporated in the spin classes and other on-demand or video workouts.
Workouts Streamed in HD from locations across the globe, guided by professional personal trainers the Daily Classes offer intense Spin classes as well as cross-training classes in the comfort of your home.
This machine is well built plus quiet to use with its Silent Magnetic Resistance for smooth transitions.
Who Should buy a ProForm TDF Pro?
Those who want to experience the studio Spin energy at home
People who want to workout on their own schedule but still have professional coaching
Anyone who enjoy cycling on scenic routes
Those who want the challenge from the incline/decline range
People who want to add cross fit training into their cardio workouts
PRICE OPTIONS
The price of the Proform TDF Pro is competitively priced.
TDF Pro Bike $1,699
1 month of iFit subscription included
Shipping FREE to door
Room delivery and Assembly $299
Extended warranty available
SO IN THE END ── Final thoughts
If your you are into cycling the ProForm TDF Pro Bike is great addition to anyone’s fitness program, which brings a fun motivating fitness experience home.
If you are looking to burn-up calories this bike is for you – automatically adjusting to the class or workout selected with its ability to offer a 20% incline or decline combined with its silent magnetic resistance to build lean muscles. Definitely makes this bike a more challenging experience. Additionally, the ability for the screen to pivot and swivel 180 degrees makes it extremely practical and usable when taking a class off the bike for a full body workout.
The streamed classes are high energy and do keep you motivated. The addition of other cross fit workouts is a big plus to reaching weight and fitness goals. The ability to enjoy classes at home at any time alleviates all the negatives of going to a studio, fighting for position, sweaty bikes, finding time to get there and the price per class! With the inclusion of iFit MEMBERSHIP you get access to over 16000 workouts, recipes, food suggestions. You get a hub of information, tips and professional coaching to assist you reach your goals – it’s not just a bike.
SCORE BREAKOUT | Points |
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OVERALL SCORE | 9.8 |
10" HD Smart Screen | 9.9 |
Constuction | 9.8 |
Resistance | 9.8 |
Durability | 9.7 |
Incline/Decline | 9.9 |
Service level | 9 |
Price | 9.8 |