

Toothed belt provides rider feedback and road feel.High-inertia drive train provides momentum and feel of chain drive.We call it Carbon Blue ™ – those who ride it call it “incredible.” BENEFITS OF CARBON BLUE™ The result is a new belt-based drive system that combines the maintenance-free durability and performance of a belt with the authentic-ride feel of a chain. Over the past year, we have worked with Gates to adapt this revolutionary technology to our A.C. Over time, this has transitioned from a novelty system to a mainstream solution used on hundreds of outdoor bike models today. Their innovative system – called Carbon Drive™– features a carbon fiber reinforced belt with teeth for maximum durability and true bike performance. Several years ago, a company named Gates introduced a concept never before seen on outdoor bikes – a belt drive that performed like a chain. This next generation system delivers guaranteed durability and virtually zero maintenance, without sacrificing the Schwinn authentic cycling feel that riders know and love. There is a revolutionary new belt drive taking the outdoor bike community by storm, and we’ve adapted it and brought it indoors on the A.C. Even as other companies began to use belt drives, we stayed true to our technology for one simple reason: belt drives felt nothing like riding an outdoor bike. For nearly 20 years, Schwinn carbon blue belt drive bikes have led the indoor cycling industry. Introducing Carbon Blue™ technology – a belt drive system combining unmatched durability with the authentic outdoor biking feel you expect from Schwinn. They easily convert to accept traditional athletic shoes with the snap-in locking toe clips. Triple Link Pedals accommodate Look, Delta and SPD style cleats to simulate an outdoor riding experience. The AC Performance bike is Schwinn Triple Link™ pedal compatible. Belt drive using Carbon Blue™ technology Recommended User Height: 4’11” to 6’8″.

They also easily convert to accept traditional athletic shoes with the snap-in locking toe clips. Triple Link Pedals accommodate Look Delta and SPD style cleats to simulate an outdoor riding experience. The bikes are also compatible with the Schwinn Triple Link™ pedal upgrade. All Schwinn A.C.™ indoor bikes come standard with Double Link pedals with SPD and toe-clip combinations to accommodate both cycling cleats and regular athletic shoes.
