Rogue Echo Air Bike Review: Pros, Cons, Cost, and More

Rogue is a fitness brand that’s popular among CrossFit athletes and is best known for its large variety of weight lifting equipment, including barbells, free weights, and bumper plates.

However, the brand also offers the Echo air bike.

Unlike traditional exercise bikes, air bikes have a fan attached to the front of the bike. The fan spins and creates resistance as you pedal. The harder you push, the more resistance you create.

Because the level of difficulty depends on how fast you push, air bikes are ideal for short and intense interval sessions, rather than longer tempo rides.

Additionally, as air bikes often include moving handlebars, they also offer a great full body workout.

The Rogue Echo bike is available at a lower price point than most of its competitors and boasts a heavy-duty steel frame and belt-driven fan, making it super durable.

Keep in mind that the bike has a large footprint, which may be a deal breaker if you’re tight on space.

And because the Echo ships in a large and heavy box, you may want a friend to help you move the bike to your desired location. In fact, several reviewers note that moving the box is the hardest part of the setup process.

Once the box is opened, assembly is relatively easy. You’ll just need to use the included set of tools to attach the feet, pedals, handlebars, and center console to the body of the bike.

The Rogue Echo’s size and black powder-coated steel frame make this bike one of the sturdiest options on the market.

However, its large footprint also means that it requires a generous amount of floor space, which may not be feasible for some.

Plus, several reviewers mention that despite its adjustable seat, the bike is simply too big to ride comfortably.

On a positive note, the Rogue Echo is equipped with a belt-driven steel fan, which is generally less noisy and requires less maintenance than a chain-driven fan.

While bikes with a belt drive typically take a little more effort to get going, they also stop sooner.

As a result, you’re less likely to have “ghost calories” — calories counted by the machine due to the wheel still spinning as it slows down, rather than actual calories being burned — added to your final total.

The Echo comes with metal pedals, though it’s also compatible with Shimano pedals if you prefer to use spin cleats.

At the center of the bike is a large LCD console for tracking your performance metrics, including speed, distance, calories burned, and heart rate. Just keep in mind that you’ll need to purchase a heart rate monitor separately.

The bike also offers several workout modes to choose from and makes it easy to design your own interval workout around a set time or target heart rate, distance, or calorie burn.

One common complaint of the LCD display is that it’s not backlit, which can make it difficult to read in low light settings.

In addition to the included front transport wheels, Rogue also sells an Echo Bike Turf Tire and Handle Kit, which makes it easier to move the bike to another area of your house.

However, most reviewers agree that the kit is unnecessary unless you plan on moving the bike outdoors.

Finally, the bottom of the Echo is equipped with rubber leveling feet, making the bike extra stable for HIIT-style workouts. Because of this, there is very little side-to-side movement at high intensities, compared with other air bikes.

The Rogue Echo bike costs $795.00, which includes free shipping, at the time of publication.

If you’re in need of multiple bikes or have a friend who’s also interested, you can purchase two Echo bikes for a discounted price of $1,495, or $747.50 each, at the time of publication.

To make the equipment more affordable, Rogue offers special financing, though most of the options are marketed toward gym owners.

For qualified customers, you can also use PayPal Credit, which allows you to pay off the bike over 6 months without interest.

Rogue also sells the following accessories, which can be added to your order at an additional cost:

• Wind guard: $27.00
• Phone holder: $6.00
• Bottle cage: $8.00

Warranty and return policy

Rogue offers a 2-year warranty, which includes free repairs or replacements for any parts of the bike that become defective.

However, it doesn’t cover repairs due to typical wear and tear, and the warranty will be voided if the bike has been improperly assembled or stored.

If you have second thoughts about your purchase, you can return the bike within the first 30 days for a full refund, as long as it’s in its original packaging and hasn’t been used or damaged.

If you’re interested in an air bike, chances are you’ll also come across the Assault Airbike and the Schwinn Airdyne Pro.

Here’s how the Rogue Echo stacks up against its two main competitors:

Overall, the Rogue Echo bike offers a larger, more robust build than its competitors. While this makes it more stable for high intensity workouts, the Echo may be too large for some workout spaces.

Additionally, while it’s designed to be sturdy and long lasting, the Echo is covered by only a 2-year warranty.

In contrast, both the Assault Airbike Elite and Schwinn Airdyne Pro offer substantially longer warranties, as well as belt-driven fans and additional accessories.

Finally, the Echo is available at a lower price point than it’s competitors, though it doesn’t include extras, like a water bottle holder or wind shield.

Due to its solid construction, belt-drive system, and custom workout options, the Rogue Echo bike is worth considering if you’re interested in HIIT-style workouts.

However, there are some downsides, including its large footprint and lack of included accessories.

Plus, the Echo’s warranty is much shorter than its competitors. Since as the bike is built to last, though, this may not be a deal breaker.

Finally, while it’s well-suited to interval training, you’ll want to consider a different option if you’re looking for a more traditional stationary bike experience.

The Rogue Echo is available at a more affordable price point than its competitors. While it also has a shorter warranty, the bike’s sturdy frame and belt-driven system make it a low maintenance and reliable option.

Overall, as long as you have room for it, the Rogue Echo bike may be a good choice if you’re looking for an air bike to incorporate more HIIT-style workouts into your routine.