Assault AirBike Classic vs Concept2 BikeErg
Quick verdict
Winner on Gym Score: Concept2 BikeErg (69)
Assault AirBike Classic still wins for some buyers — see the fit cards below.
Best for
- · CrossFit and HIIT athletes who need a bombproof bike
- · Garage gyms where 350 lb user cap matters
- · Owners willing to maintain a chain drive every 6 months
$699Buy direct
Best for
- · Owners who already use a Concept2 RowErg or SkiErg and want the same monitor
- · Data-driven trainers who want watts, ANT+, and PM5-based programming
- · Cyclists who want to train indoors on a familiar road-bike geometry
$1,090Buy direct
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Assault AirBike Classic | Concept2 BikeErg |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | Chain | Spindle + flywheel |
| Fan Material | Steel | — |
| Max User Weight | 350 lb | 330 lb |
| Console | LCD | PM5 |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth | ANT+, Bluetooth |
Assault AirBike Classic
Strengths
- +Chain drive — virtually indestructible
- +Original CrossFit air bike
- +Steel fan
- +Programs for HIIT built in
Weaknesses
- −Chain drive is louder than belt
- −Requires occasional chain lube
- −Heavier than Schwinn
Concept2 BikeErg
Strengths
- +PM5 monitor (watts, not RPM)
- +Damper for resistance feel
- +Fits standard road bike geometry
- +20-year service life
Weaknesses
- −Direct-ship only (not on Amazon)
- −Different feel than pure air bike
- −Premium price