Reviews about Stationary Bikes

sissbarb says "I need it to get my day off to a good start." about Ironman M3R Recumbent Bike

sissbarb — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:27:23 GMT

I have ridden this bike everyday for the last four years for 35 minutes. It has served me well. During that time I have had to replace straps that hold my feet on the pedals twice and the back cushion once. Each time I called the parts department at their main headquarters, and they were invariably helpful and nice. Once they did not have the parts in stock, and there was a delay in getting them. Another time they sent the wrong part even though I'd given them the correct number from the diagram in the instruction book. They said to just keep the wrong part, and they shipped the right one. They did that promptly. I have been very pleased with their parts replacement service. They have been more helpful than any other company from which I've ordered replacement parts. The bike has held up well considering the usage I have given it. The electronic part has worked well, too. The guidebook gives good directions for setting up an exercise program, and I have followed...

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notfornothing58 says "This is very easy to use and produces great results." about Stamina Products Stamina UX2 Air Bike

notfornothing58 — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:00:05 GMT

About a year ago I developed osteoarthritis in my hip. I use to walk daily but that became very difficult to do. I didn't want to give up my fitness because I've always been one to stay in shape so I started shopping for a stationary bike that would help maintain muscle strength while not having a hard impact on cartilage. I decided to purchased the Stamina bike because I liked that it was portable and I also liked that it had a gauge telling me how many miles I had biked, the time it took me, and the calories I burned. It also has a resistance knob so I can make my biking more difficult if I want to. After using the bike for almost a year, I am very happy to report that my legs remained toned, and I feel that the bike has actually helped in my arthritis treatment. I use it three to four times a week for about twenty five minutes and I have incereased the resistance on it several times to strength my workouts. This bike is great on those days when I'm a bit off and don't feel...

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BECKRI says "Adequate and quiet..." about Marcy PL-43211 Upright Mag Cycle

BECKRI — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:58:36 GMT

I have been generally just a walker. But in the last year I have been having knee pain. I learned from a physical thereapist that the best exercise for my particular problem would be to bicycle to strengthen the muscles around my inner side of the knees. I bought this bike on Amazon after researching a little bit on various sites. I just wanted something small, simple to use, and basic, as well as affordable. This fit the bill. Some of the reviewers on Amazon seemed to have difficulty putting the bike together, but we did not, even though the tools mentioned as being included on the box were not included. Once we had it together it was simple to adjust the height for me. There are 8 levels of difficulty. I started out at about a 3 or 4 and make my way up to 8 during a workout, then wind back down to the 3 or 4 at the end. The main thing I noticed is just how quiet this thing is. I can do this before the kids get up and they won't be woke by it, it's that quiet! It...

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CodyT509 says "Good workouts on this bike." about Schwinn Prostock

CodyT509 — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:51:50 GMT

Once-upon-a-time, there was a worthless piece of land known as the Kingdom of Wartlestoff. In the native language, Wartlestoff meant small painful swelling under the armpit. The people called it Wartlestoff because they couldn't actually name it shithole which was their first suggestion.

Wartlestoff was known throughout the continent for two things: 1. A really low average age of the citizens that was due to an incredibly high suicide rate and the fact that most people over five years-old tried to leave the country 2. A really low birth rate that was due to the fact there wasn't anybody in Wartlestoff that anybody wanted to have sex with.

Wartlestoff had been the object of several brutal wars by its neighboring countries, with each side claiming Wartlestoff belonged to the other. During a particularly brutal war, someone got the idea that they could declare Wartlestoff an autonomous state and everybody could go home.

A new formed country, even a lousy one like Wartlestoff, could be turned...

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moodyb21223 says "The Weslo Pursuit is awesome!" about weslo Pursuit

moodyb21223 — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 05:01:33 GMT

I have had the Weslo Pursuit 719 for about three years now. I think the Weslo is ideal for me. I am in my fourties and really don't require a top of the line exercise bike. The Weslo is just fine for me. It has tension knobs, it measures your calories burned, fat calories burned, time riding, speed you are riding at and the time you have been on the machine. It also measures your heart rate and has a chart that tells you if you are in the right range for a maximum cardiac workout. The bike may not be like the fancy newer models, but for someone like me, it is ideal. The seat adjusts and the bike itself adjusts front wards and backwards. I am not that tall, so my legs do not reach the pedals if I sit too far back. I really like my Weslo Pursuit 719. The only bad thing that I can think of is that it is a little on the heavy side. Moving it from room to room is a bit of a chore sometimes. I move it around so I can watch tv. Other than that, I would recommend the Weslo Pursuit series. Thank...

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rentnum01 says "Keeps me fit & my legs looking good!" about Schwinn Active 10

rentnum01 — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 23:14:13 GMT

I have been using this bike for two years and I compltely love it. I use it daily. I picked up this bike for the convenience of exercise in the home, especially when weather is bad. I ultimately chose it for the low price, decent reviews, long warranty and trusted brand name.

Assembly is very simple, I had it together in 15 minutes and tools are included.

The bikes feature's are extremely limited, but I didn't pay for bells and whistles. You get six preprogrammed exercise profiles plus a free form mode where you adjust resistance on the fly. You cannot set custom programs, but this is not a drawback for me- I wouldn't bother doing that anyway. Navigating the menu, like anything with this few buttons, takes some getting used to but is only a hassle at first.

It's easy to adjust the seat height and handlebar tilt, but note that there is no way to adjust the seat post angle. If it's uncomfortable, you'll have to play with the seat height and handlebar tilt until it feels better.

The unit is...

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dolphin9600 says "An awesome alternative when you can't get outside to ride!" about Golds Gym Power Spin 210 U

dolphin9600 — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 19:34:17 GMT

I have had the Gold's Gym Power Spin 210 U for a few years and really enjoy it. This stationary bike has a lot of features for the price. It has eight preset workouts-and they are awesome! They automatically adjust the resistance and gives you a warning to let you know when it is going to change the resistance. It has a speaker for your mp3 player. Not one of the best features, but works well enough. It has a three speed fan-low, high and then it has a setting that the speed of the fan goes as fast as you pedal so you are in control of how high the fan speed goes. The display is a great motivator. It displays the minutes, calories and distance. It has numerous digital resistance settings to make your workout a challenge. You get a great lower body workout with this stationary bike and it is a good form of cardio. It also has a 'book rack' above the digital readout panel and it also has a bottle holder. The only two things I can think of that would improve this bike is if it had the moveable...

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katcelata says "A Lifesaver!!!!" about Stamina Products Stamina Magnetic Resistance Recumbent Bike

katcelata — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:44:18 GMT

This Stamina Recumbent Bike is one of the best buys I have ever made. I have a very bad knee problem, and consequently have become very unfit, weak, and attempting to get back in shape has become a real struggle. The Recumbent facet of this bike enables me to have a reasonable workout without hurting or taxing me bad knee. The seat is very comfortable and the bike is low to the ground and extremely stable, so getting on and off is not frightening or dangerous for me, with my very unstable balance. The monitor screen is great, allowing me to easily track my time and distance, which are the most important items for me. As well you can check pulse, calories burned etc. The resistance is very easily adjustable without interrupting the workout. Though the bike looks large at first glance, it is a very convenient footprint and fits very well into my very tiny apartment- with the recumbent style I am easily able to slant it out from the corner of my bedroom and really save space. I am very pleased...

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KaciOhio says "Stamina UX2 Air Bike does its job and is cheaply priced. " about Stamina Products UX2 Air Bike

KaciOhio — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:09:07 GMT

I've had this Air Bike for about 2 years and it's pretty good. You sit on the seat which is adjustable and put your feet on the pedals and grab ahold of the handlebars that move as your feet move and it works your arms too. You can adjust the resistance and it has a inTouch Digital Fitness Monitor in front of you that you turn on and it tells you how long you've been exercising, how many calories you've burnt, how many miles you've gone and the speed your going. The bolts get loose all the time and when you exercise on it it wobbles a little bit and feels unstable because you have to keep tightening those bolts up. It's very loud and is a bulky heavy bike and hard to store away. It sits right in the middle of my living room and gets in everyones way. I bought it from Walmart and cost me right at 80 bucks. I use it 3-4 times a week and it makes me sweat so badddd it hurts. It really does do it's job but has a few tiny problems as listed. Not bad overall.

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Nancy44 says "Great if you like to exercise" about weslo Cardio Trainer

Nancy44 — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 02:20:45 GMT

I bought this for $40 at a garage sale and it still works great. I've never had any problems with it. I like the fact that you can adjust the resistance on it, and you get a really good workout. It has a digital display which still works fine. It has two handle adjustments, I call it my "Push Me, Pull You".

When I first started using it, it took me a while to get used to. The workouts are great if you start out slowly and gradually build up, as with any exercise or piece of equipment. The seat is very comfortable and adjustable as well. After several years of having this, I use this stationary bike more than when I had a regular bicycle. During the summer, I sometimes move it inside to my atrium due to the hot Texas heat.

I'd like to get my husband to try it and someday, he just might. I use it to keep in shape, since, as they say, "It's easier to keep the weight off than to get it off".

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Dread09 says "Even If the Price has gone ape It will make u get in shape" about weslo Pursuit E40

Dread09 — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 19:48:43 GMT

This stationary bike has loads of bells and whistles! The SMR Silent Magnetic Resistance frictionless system allows you to adjust your workout intensity without interrupting your workout. The 10 intensity levels allows the customer to reach specific workout and conditioning goals and the 8 personal trainer workouts control resistance of your bike for targeted, goal oriented training.

Simply grip handlebars for convenient, accurate heart rate reading and the large LCD display easy to read; tracks speed, time, distance, calories, and pulse so customer can monitor progress. Find a comfortable seat position for height and posture with the adjustable seat! Assembly required. Imported.

Features:

Accessory Holder: Yes

Console Type: LCD

Console Read Out(s): Calories

Console Read Out(s): Speed

Console Read Out(s): Heart Rate

Console Read Out(s): Distance

Console Read Out(s): Time

Educational Material(s) : Manual

EKG Grip: Yes

Material Content: Stainless Steel, Plastic, Rubber

Resistance...

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mama2madalynn says "Hard to use, wouldn't do this everyday." about Thane Fitness OrbiTrek OrbiTrek

mama2madalynn — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 01:27:07 GMT

The OrbiTrek stand alone bike exercise machine is a convienent piece of exercise equipment but it is definetly not easy to use. And it is not for someone who is just starting out on an exercise routine. I think that the OrbiTrek stand alone bike exercise machine is for someone who is in shape and has been working out for a while. I borrowed one from my mom who said it is definetly a work out. And I know now what she meant by that because the OrbiTrek stand alone bike exercise machine is something you definetly have to work at, I am 23 and thought that it would be easy and fun. But I couldn't do it for more than 10 minutes and that was on the easiest setting!. This is defenetly not something I would recommend to do as the first option for starting out on a work out/ exercise regimen. I think that if I were to exercise doing something else first get into better shape and then try out the OrbiTrek stand alone bike exercise machine, it would maybe be easier then. But it was hard for me.

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becky44 says "Great Bike" about Sears Exercise Bicycle

becky44 — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 13:29:42 GMT

Great Sears exercise Bike, I really like the height of the seat, I am also allowed to stand on the pedals, which I do to stregthen my legs for cross country biking. This bike is awesome and well used in my fitness center. I would recommened it to all of my exercisers for a home bike. I bought the bike for use at home in front of the T.V, becasue of Michigan winters it is hard to do anything out side. I started with only 20 minutes and I am now at 1 to 2 hours, it is also a great stress reliever. The bike is durable, I am not a 100lb woman, but it supports my weight even while standing. I have currently taken it down to the exercise center so others like me can benefit from a great workout. The girls all enjoy it and even though the seat is small, they all fight over getting that bike compared to the wide seat bike available. very impressed with this bike and wish I had more like it. It is a definite plus to the center.

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eaglex says "Perfect arobic exerciser" about Schwinn aerodyn

eaglex — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:33:16 GMT

Riding a stationary bike reduces the pounding of jogging yet giving similar benefits.

Living in an area with extreme heat in the summer and cold in the winter, the stationary bike eliminates the weather issues.

The amount of arobic value is dependent on the effort, speed and duration of exercise.

This bike also uses the upper body and arms in concert with the movement of the legs and pedals. It is not necessary to do both, it can be either or, arms and legs.

The consistent exercise will not only give a good workout of the heart, but will also strengthen the legs and lower back muscles. Strengthening the back muscles reduces the pressure on the spine thus reducing back aches.

A good plan is 3 to 5 times per week at least 30 minutes per session.

The benefits of a regular exercise program gives a person more energy to attack and enjoy each and every day. People with sleeping problems will see a better night of rest and feel rejuvenates.

The product is very well built and will last a lifetime....

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dmrg7 says "I could not live without my Schwinn Airdyne Bike." about Schwinn Airdyne Bike

dmrg7 — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 20:32:02 GMT

I have a Schwinn Airdyne Stationary Bike. I could not live without it. I love it. I am Disabled. I have Fibromyalgia, Diabetes, Diabetic Neuropathy, I use an Insulin Pump,Chronic Upper and Lower Back Pain, Hypothyroidism, Chondromalacia, Foot Pain, Leg Pain, Arm Pain, Hand Pain, Carpul Tunnel Syndrome, Depression, Scoliosis,Osteoarthritis, and Spinal Stenosis. I can't use any resistance.This bike is the only exercise I can handle without having pain. I feel invigorated and more alert after riding it. If I miss a day of riding it I can feel my depression coming on,my diabetes is not as easily manageable, and I need to sleep too much. I try to ride it every day. I only need to ride it for 10 minutes. You can adjust it to have no resistance or to have alot as if you are riding up hill. I have had mine for nearly 19 years. I have never had to have any work done to it. It will blow cool air on your face to keep you from getting too hot or you can attach the cover over the front wheel to block...

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beester03 says "Feel like I got a decent workout" about Schwinn Airdyne Exercise Bike

beester03 — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 01:08:19 GMT

We just had this Schwinn Airdyne bike delivered last Friday and and noticed it wasn't the one we thought we had ordered. We'd seen the original Schwinn Airdyne and the newer version with the smaller wheel and less fan. Supposedly that one had a newer construction that was more sturdy. We were so disappointed we'd clicked on the wrong one but by the time my husband got it put together, he was glad he got the older version. The fan from the wheel is just wonderful because normally I have to have a fan blowing on me when I do any exercise or I fry. Not so here. My husband thought the fan would be too much but it's perfect for him as well. The arm handles force you to continually use your arms during the pedaling which is a great workout. I have the seat at the lowest level and that's about right otherwise it hurts the bottom end. The only disappointment is the newer version has a quick release to raise and lower the seat. This one has to be unscrewed and screwed back in. Bit of a pain but...

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mcbeth0775 says "Golds Gym Recumbant Bike - great for average person" about Golds Gym Power Spin 230R

mcbeth0775 — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:48:26 GMT

We purchased the Golds Gym Powerspin 230 R recumbant bike for my 12 year old son. Little did I know that I would also enjoy it. The seat is adjustable forward and back. There is a fan and digital display along with a watterbottle holder. The pedals have straps to keep your feet in place. The display runs on battery which is a little disappointment, however the batteries seem to last a good amount of time and you can also by an outlet cord for it. So that takes care of that issue. This a great bike for the average person but probably not for the bike enthusiast. There are different preset levels and you can also set it on your own. Shows your target speed so that you know when your starting to slack off and you can also check your heart rate. Really is a great comfortable bike and was a very reasonable price at Walmart. The only down fall is that when you tighten the seat knob in place it does little by little still move. It really needs to be in a place where it can be pushed up against...

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wadenabby says "Get ready to work out" about Stamina Products air bike

wadenabby — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 03:31:16 GMT

Get ready to work out!! This air bike really gives you a great work out. It works out everything from your arms to your stomach, to your thighs, and even your hips. I thought this was going to be an easier way to work out, but it actually works you out more than alot of other work out machines thai I have tried. You start to break a sweat in just a few minutes after you are working out. I also like the fact that you have the choice to work out using your arms, or just your legs. Sometimes you get tired and you want your arms to rest. It really gives your arms a great workout. Your legs feel stronger, and also it really surprised me that my stomach felt alot flatter after just a couple of workouts. I t is nice to have the choice of how long, and how much you want to work out. i have got on my bike, and worked out for 2 miles, and i have got on my bike and worked out for 10 miles. This is a great workout bike!!

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Created4HisGlory says "easiest workout, very enjoyable" about Proform 775s

Created4HisGlory — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 22:05:53 GMT

My Proform 775s Silent Magnetic Resistance stationary bike is my favorite way to workout. I have mine in my living room and get in my workout while watching my favorite TV shows. The seat is adjustable for all heights. There is a knob for adjusting the resistance on the control panel. It has a cup holder. The display had six settings: Time, Distance, Speed, Calories, Laps and Scan (in which it cycles through all five displaying each for a few seconds). On the control panel there is a lighted display that is in the shape of a track showing where you are in each lap. So, you can tell if you just started or are about to finish your sixth lap, for instance. Going around four times (making four laps) equals one mile. The handles are foam padded and have multiple grip areas so you can change positions. The seat isn't super comfy, but not too bad. It has small wheels on the front so you can stand in front of it pull down the handle bars, lifting the back of the bike off the ground, and wheel...

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michellewhit1006 says "easily adjustable for maximum performance. " about Golds Gym Power Spin 230R

michellewhit1006 — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 03:03:00 GMT

This bike is an excellent addition to any fitness program. It even makes it easy for a fitness novice such as myself to get a workout in on a consistent basis. The fact that it is easy to ajust makes for an enjoyable workout as well. Even with Multiple Sclerosis I can ride the bike for 20 - 30 minutes most days. The fan and port to plug in your MP3 player make it a more comfortable an enjoyable ride. It's very easy to use an the displays are easy to see. I have to get my husband to change the batteries because it's kind of awkward to do with one hand. That is the only negative thing i've experienced during my use of this bike. I use it almost daily and the timed workouts make it easy to get a workout in without having to watch the clock. I like to read and listen to my i-pod while I ride. It's also well constructed an still looks new 1 1/2 years later. The only thing i've had to ajust on it is the seat, which you can do while you are on it. I've change the batteries...

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