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Ironman 125 Recumbent Exercise Bike Review

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 03:31:26 +0000

Things are just too easy nowadays; a recumbent exercise bike makes your daily work out a lot easier and cozy. It is made to provide a desired day-to-day exercise with less sacrifice of time and effort going to the gym but have a lot of good benefits on it. It is design to improve you muscle strength, tone and endurance for you daily schedule. Expect that all your body system parts will gain a compromising progress.

Ironman 125 Recumbent Exercise Bike Specifications:

Recumbent exercise bike with 11-pound flywheel for smooth resistance
Large LCD readout tracks your time, speed, distance, and calories burned
Self-balancing pedals and comfortable recumbent step-through frame
Compact design runs on two AA batteries (included); eight resistance levels
EKG handlebar pulse grips
Measures 42 x 41 x 19 inches (W x H x D); 69.3 pounds

Ironman 125 is a high-quality, sturdy stationary cycles that provides a strong and vigorous work out to all types of body including, obese, skinny or even to those who have already gained a healthy and big-muscled body. It upgrades your speed, stamina and as well as your resistance.

It is attached with incredible self-balancing pedals that let you push and pull it up and down making the flywheel more vigorous to spin. And while doing so it can give you a smooth feeling while using the Ironman bike.

A soothing and well padded seat is provided by Ironman recumbent bike. It has a wide low back support which gives you the recumbent type of positioning while doing the exercise. It gives more comfort in placing the hand at the handlebars with an EKG pulse grips which detects your heart rate for monitoring. You can rest your back and let the iron exercise bike do the strengthening to your arms and leg’s muscles.

Ironman Recumbent Exercise Bike at a glance…

Pros:

Helps your cardiac muscles, specifically your heart, to work in an appropriate manner during and after use of the recumbent exercise bike.
As many other stationary bikes does, it releases tension in our body by emitting our sweat, but unlike any other, ironman 125 offers a fast and effective ways by providing a wide range of work outs.
Comfortable and well padded seats and handlebars
It has 8 resistance level wherein you can adjust it

Cons:

The LCD monitoring unit has no power on, and it automatically shuts off after a minute of non-usage.

All in all, Ironman 125 Recumbent Exercise Bike is a good exercising unit which is very affordable and really builds up stamina and resistance.

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Schwinn 230 Recumbent Exercise Bike Review

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 03:24:31 +0000

Thinking of investing on an exercise equipment that targets several problem areas, but is at the same time space saving, economical and yet produced by a trusted name in the exercise machines? Well, look no further, because the Schwinn 230 Recumbent Exercise bike is here.

The Schwinn 230 Recumbent Exercise Bike Specifications:

16 resistance levels
6 preset programs and 10 profile courses
Programs include calorie goal, BMI measurement, recovery test, results mode, quick start, and manual mode
Adjustable-angle LCD viewing console
Workout stats include time, interval time, RPM, watts, distance, pulse, speed, calories, and resistance
Wide recumbent Bio-Fit seat with dual-position lumbar support and slide bolsters
Wide comfort Schwinn Bio-Fit pedals
Quality recumbent handlebars with integrated heart-rate grips
Walk-through design
Reading rack and water bottle holder
Transport wheels for easy movement
Warranty: Frame – 10 years, mechanical and electrical – 1 year, wear items – 6 months, labor – 90 days

The Schwinn 230 Recumbent bike is a sophisticated version of the Schwinn 213. It has all the functions that the 213 has plus, the manufacturers integrated a several things to update this model.

The Schwinn 230 has an adjustable LCD Display. It is adjustable in three angle directions so you can easily read the display on the screen regardless of the direction of the light.

The extra wide and well cushioned seat makes it bearable for people on the heavier side to endure longer work outs. At the same time, the step through frame prevent you from tripping when you step on or off the bike.

The reading rack could also function as a remote control holder, to let you continue with your work out even if you feel like switching the channel.

The Schwinn 230 Recumbent Exercise Bike at a glance…

Pros:

Incredibly inaudible, the only thing you’re likely to hear is your pants’ squishing.
16 resistance tension to choose from gives you a chance to increase the intensity of your work out to that of serious cyclists and bikers.
The water bottle caddy and reading rack is a good feature makes everything just about handy.
The transition or shifting from one intensity to another is rather smooth compared to other models released by Schwinn.

Cons:

The water bottle caddy underneath the seat would be much better had it been placed somewhere else across the user.
It takes roughly 40 seconds before the screen displays the accurate data in terms of calories burned and pulse.

Overall, the Schwinn 230 Recumbent Bike is a little bit pricey for just a few additions from the Schwinn 213. A good buy nonetheless, when you want a sturdy, reliable and functional stationary bike.

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Stamina 4545 Magnetic Fusion Recumbent Bike Review

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 03:22:48 +0000

Some people just have way too many excuses not to exercise. Not having enough time to go to the gym is one of the most commonly used excuse. In fact, the said line may be an excuse we ourselves are using. The advent of stationary bikes have long busted that excuse. Nonetheless, there are still people who are having a hard time getting on the bike to pedal away those unwanted pounds.

Others say it’s easier to work out in a gym since you are surrounded by people who have the same goal of losing weight or keeping the pounds away, where as at home, working out alone could be rather boring. But for some who have really set their minds into slimming down but could not help but cut back on their biking time, having a poorly designed bike is the culprit.

In the past, manufacturers of exercise bikes have failed to include a thorough study on ergonomics, which resulted in poorly constructed exercise bikes that tends to easily wear out the users. As such users are not able to stay on the bike for long and they do not get the proper work out that they need in order to tone their muscles and shed off those love handles.

Great news! The Stamina 4545 Magnetic Fusion Recumbent Bike is the solution for aching backs due to use of sub-standard and rather old school exercise bikes.

Stamina 4545 Magnetic Fusion Recumbent Bike Specifications:

Resistance: Magnetic resistance, fingertip tension control
Large, easy-to-read monitor displays all tracking information on one screen
Built-in InTouch monitor tracks time, speed, distance, calories, and scans with simple, one-button control
Pulse sensors built into handrails to easily stay within target heart rate zone
Plush, cushioned, stitched vinyl seat for comfort
Wheels for easy portability
Maximum user weight: 300 pounds
Warranty: 3 years on frame, 90 days on parts
Dimensions: 53 x 24 x 44 inches (LxWxH)

The Stamina 4545 ‘s seat slides at a 45 degree angle to ensure ergonomically correct and proper body work out, enabling you to stay on the bike longer.

Like most exercise machines nowadays, the Stamina 4545 Recumbent has a monitor that displays the basics when working out, especially when using a stationary bike – speed, time and of course the calories burned in the process.

Magnetic resistance allows for a smoother flow when you pedal compared to old school bikes that have jerky movements when you pedal. At the same time, you need not worry about chains that fall off or needs to be oiled when the bike is starting to wear out. It is likewise very quiet.

Comfort is a big thing that was considered during the planning stage of the Stamina 4545, as such, aside from the recumbent design, the seat is cushioned to make longer workouts more comfortable. With that, you can bike away to a healthier you while tuned into the morning news or your favorite prime time shows.

If you want to move it from one place to another, you will be happy to know that the Stamina 4545 Recumbent bike also comes with wheels for mobility.

Stamina 4545 Magnetic Fusion Recumbent Bike at a glance…

Pros:

The recumbent design allows longer work out time without straining muscles in the arms and neck.
Cushioned seat provides added comfort compared to ones that are not padded.
The display monitor is very easy to read, no need to stare at it to decipher what’s on.
The wheels make it easier to move from one place to another.
Quiet and comfortable.
The walk through design prevents one from tripping when hopping on or off the bike.
Also comes with an MP3 storage compartment.

Cons:

It takes about an hour to assemble, or more if you find manuals challenging.
Not entirely space saving.
Unlike other machines that enables you to switch to different forms of exercise, this one is rather limited to biking.

Overall, the Stamina 4545 is a must have for busy people who would like to stay fit and fab. Considering the fact that the pros outweighs the cons, the money spent on this machine is still well worth it.

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Stamina 15-0125 InStride Folding Cycle Review

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 03:21:54 +0000

Are you one of those busy people that have only enough time to go to work then go home every single working day? Do you find yourself gaining weight and there is nothing your time will allow you to do about it? Look no further, the Stamina Instride Folding Cycle is your answer.

Stamina 15-0125 Instride Folding Cycle Specifications:

Full range of motion upper and lower body workouts
Folds for storage and easy portability
No assembly required: unfold, secure, and start pedaling
Adjustable foot straps with Velcro® closure hold feet securely on down stroke and upstroke
Adjustable tension to vary your workout intensity
Electronic monitor times your workout intensity
Non-slip rubber feet • Weighs only 6.2 lbs.
Size: 18″ long x 15″ wide x 12.5″ high
Folded size: 15.5″ long x 15″ wide x 6.5″ high

The Stamina Instride Folding Cycle has a full range of motion on both upper and body workout means you work muscles you burn more calories. It can strengthen and tone not only your leg muscles but your arms, back, and chest muscles as well. Just put it on top of your desk and start pedaling with your hands. Now you are working your arms, chest and your back muscles!

It easily folds for storage or for easy portability. Take it with you. Whether you decide to exercise at your dormitory or even at your office desk, all you have to have is motivation and you simply won’t have any lame excuse not to exercise.

This little piece of exercise equipment does not need any assembly. All you have to do is unfold, secure, and start pedaling. It’s that easy and it is that time-saving! It also has adjustable foot straps with Velcro closures to hold your feet securely during your exercise.

You can adjust the tension with a turn on the knob to keep your exercise session challenging as you progress through your fitness goal.

It has an attached electronic monitor that times your workout. This is really an important tool to measure where you are at during your workout. Whether you are exercising for endurance or simply exercising during your 15 minute coffee break, this little piece of electronic device will help you in time.

The Stamina Folding Cycle also has rubber feet to keep your feet in place during your workout and to provide grip to your hands when you are pedaling for your upper body workout.

Weighing only 6.2 lbs., this thing can easily be handled and carried when going to work, school, on vacation, etc.

The Stamina 15-0125 Instride Folding Cycle at a glance…

Pros:

Lightweight at only 6.2 lbs for easy transportation
Folds for easy storage
No assembly required
Adjustable foot straps for additional control and stability during your exercise
With an electronic timer
Non-slip rubber feet

Cons:

Too light to keep the equipment secure on the floor for intense/fast workouts
No separate hand pedals for hygienic purposes
Motion is not that fluid, but is rather jerky at times according to some customers who purchased the product.

For the price, you really no longer have the right to make an excuse not to exercise because you really have no time. Take this with you and pedal away those unwanted pounds while watching television, surfing the net, or even while doing your homework. Remember, NO reasons, just excuses.

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Stamina 1300 Magnetic Resistance Upright Bike Review

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 03:21:02 +0000

The Stamina 1300 Magnetic Resistance Upright Bike combines the advantages of stationary cycling with a magnetic resistance. The first is great for your joints, it gives you a low impact workout session right from your home, and the second is smooth and quiet, great if you want to listen to the TV or a radio, or just let the rest of the family take a nap.

It isn’t the most comfortable bike that you can buy, it is light weighted, and that is an advantage if you need to store it away after exercising, but it isn’t that great for stability, especially if you are a big person or ride the bike too fast.

Stamina 1300 Magnetic Resistance Upright Bike Specifications

Resistance- Smooth magnetic resistance with tension dial for adjusting intensity
Warranty- 1 year frame, 90 days parts
Display- InTouch Monitor with large easy-to-read numbers
Weight- 48 pounds
Dimensions- 35’’ L x 22.63’’ W x 48.5’’ H
Max user weight- 250 pounds
Workout area- 4’ by 5’

Simple and easy to use, yet effective

The Stamina 1300 Magnetic Resistance Upright Bike is somewhat as big as the name, the required footprint for the workout is 4’ by 5’, you don’t need the whole living room for the bike, but it does take some space to be comfortable riding it. If your house is a bit limited with the space, then you may find yourself biking in the backyard.

The 90 days warranty on parts isn’t that great, can’t expect much also from a less than $500 stationary bike like the Stamina 1300 Magnetic Resistance Upright Bike. Even so, customer reviews haven’t been so harsh on this machine and it seems to be reliable. There is one problem that it seems to occur, it does make noise after some wear and tear and time passes by.

There is a large and easy to read monitor that gives you feedback on speed, distance, time and calories burned, all controlled by one button. The seat is wrapped in vinyl with multiple seat positions, comfortable and fits almost every user, with a max user weight of 250 pounds.

Paying less than $500 for any fitness equipment like this is a risk, the quality of the construction relies mostly on cheap materials and they are more likely to break or get loose after some time and especially if you use it every day.

Overall, it is fit for someone not looking for a high standard stationary bike and who won’t be too demanding on the equipment. If you are an enthusiast of fitness, then the Stamina 1300 Magnetic Resistance Upright Bike will surely disappoint you and you should try something else.

Stamina 1300 Magnetic Resistance Upright Bike at a Glance…

Pros:

Easy and simple to use
Quiet operation
Comfortable

Cons:

Weak warranty
Large and occupies too much space

An entry level stationary bike that will fit the needs of a basic fitness enthusiast. It is cheap and problems will eventually arise, and the warranty is a bit short to cover problems over just 90 days. If you don’t want to spend more money and you are fine with the Stamina 1300 Magnetic Resistance Upright Bike, then it is good for you.

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Schwinn 203 Recumbent Exercise Bike Review

Sat, 27 Feb 2010 18:37:57 +0000

Schwinn 203 is a stationary bike that can provide you good body contour without even going to the gym. Paying less than what you think for everyday exercise is now here, out in the market. Unlike any other stationary bikes, the Schwinn recumbent bike gives you a relaxing position while exercising that enables you to increase motivation in working out.

Schwinn 203 Recumbent Exercise Bike Specification:

Recumbent exercise bike with 16 levels of computer controlled, magnetic eddy current resistance.
17 programs (12 preset, 4 heart rate control and 1 user-defined) provide a wide range of workouts.
Handlebars are adjustable to suit your riding position.
Contact grip heart rate sensors enable you to monitor your fitness level.
Easy-to-read LCD monitor graphically displays complete workout statistics, including time, distance, speed, calories burned, and heart rate.
Fully-shrouded high inertia flywheel.
Extra-wide and extra-padded seat for maximum comfort.
Dimensions: 56 by 25 inches (L x W)
Weight: 93.5 pounds
Maximum weight capacity: 300 pounds

The Schwinn 203 exercise bike provides you a comfortable seat suited for all body type. It has a back support that allows maximum soothe wherein you can adjust the wide padded seat according to its length giving you more access to the LCD. Its toughness endures even in its highest level of speed and power.

It has deluxe oversized pedals that provide you easy paddling. It is with an adjustable foot strap that makes your feet at ease at the platform of the pedals. And also it provides you a stable footing during the work out and comfort. It gives the same benefits while you ride on a mobile bike when it comes to toning your muscles on thighs, legs and arms.

It’s amazing to know that there is a quick and reliable tool that can monitor your heart rate through a sensor device without any cords or ECG plates attach on you while on work out. It is important to regulate your heart rate for you to be able to know how your heart is working and tolerating your exercise.

The recumbent exercise bike has a feature of 16 levels of computer controlled, magnetic eddy current resistance which provides you a more comfortable and quiet functioning. This will put you in the concentration in the exercise for optimum level of working out.

Schwinn 203 Recumbent Exercise Bike at a glance…

Pros:

Direction of the handlebars besides your seat is changeable and the extra padded seat is also adjustable which offers you a more comfortable work out.
You can enjoy suitable other activities like watching television without embarrassing sound that could probably disturb you on the process.
No need to worry about monitoring your pulse rate, the device will do it for you, as long as you’re mounted on the bike and hands on the handlebars.

Cons:

The monitor could provide erroneous reading if you happen to take off one hand from the handle bar.

Above all, it is recommendable for all who aims to have a healthy body without giving you much of the consequences. For all its features it is indeed worth the cost.

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Schwinn Active 20 Series Recumbent Exercise Bike Review

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:28:15 +0000

Get an excellent cardio workout at home without breaking the bank with the Schwinn Active 10 recumbent exercise bike. It features 11 preset programs, computer-controlled eddy current resistance, and a belt drive system that ensures quiet operation and a smooth ride. The grip heart rate sensors also enable you to monitor your fitness level. It includes integrated leveling feet to keep everything balanced and help protect your floor. Other features include a 9-position padded saddle and transport wheels for easy storage after your workout.

The Schwinn Active 20 Series Recumbent Bike is another addition to the long line of Schwinn’s exercise bikes. This Schwinn baby is brought about by the Schwinn’s commitment at providing economical and yet high quality exercise machines with special consideration to people who prefer a recumbent bike instead of the traditional Upright Exercise Bike.

The Schwinn Active 20 Series Recumbent Exercise Bike at a glance:

Number of workout programs: 11
Workout programs: 1 Manual program, 6 preset profile programs, 3 Heart Rate Control programs and 1 Target Heart Rate program
Heart rate monitor: Grip
Resistance levels: 8
Resistance system: Quiet Magnetic ECB (Eddy current brake) resistance
Display: LCD
Display readouts: Speed, RPM, Time, Distance, Watt, Calories, Pulse
Dimensions: 58.5 x 26 x 36 inches
Product weight: 58 pounds
Maximum user weight: 275 pounds
Warranty: Frame – 3 years; Parts – 6 months

The Schwinn Active 20 Series has a walk through feature that prevents one from tripping when getting off the bike. This feature make it also ideal for people who have bulkier frame as they can easily hop on the bike instead of squirming in a traditional Upright exercise bike.

As with any Schwinn products, the Schwinn Active 20 Series Recumbent bike is made up of sturdy steel to accommodate even the heavy folks. At the same time the reclined seat makes it more comfortable to be used for longer work outs. You can actually do your work out and concentrate on reading a book or a magazine at the same time.

It also comes with an adjustable seat slider that enables kids and adults alike to exercise using this machine. The same could also be said in the pedal foot straps.

Despite the unit being heavy it is very easy to set up and it has built in wheels that makes it easy to transfer from one place to another.

Schwinn Active 20 Series at a glance…

Pros:

Like most Schwinn models, it operates very smoothly and quietly. You can work out even if someone else is sleeping in the room
Assembly time not more than an hour, even for a woman
Taking into account the reviews for their other products, the Schwinn Active 20 Series’ seat and back rest are well cushioned.
The display panel is easy to read.
The console is easy to operate even without going over the manual.

Cons:

The resistance level may not be enough for a serious biker or cyclist who would like more challenge on their work out.
The monitor could use more light. If you have the lights dimmed while working out, you may have a hard time seeing what’s on the screen.
The locking device which is a suction cup that requires you to push the lever down is hard to use.
When adjusting the resistance to a higher level, the machine takes close to a minute before the new resistance kicks in.

Overall, the Schwinn Active 20 Series Recumbent bike is ideal for those who are in the process of recovering from injuries or those who wants to start a regular low-impact work out. Quite a decent deal for less than $300.

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Marcy Recumbent Magnetic Bike Review

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:30:04 +0000

Tired for work and hectic schedule? Are all you muscles and bones feeling weak but no time to go to the gym? You don’t have to, because you can have it at your place. You can do work outs and exercising even before you dress up for office, or while reading reports. You can place it anywhere you want inside your home. Why not try Marcy Recumbent Magnetic Bike that can provide you a stress free muscles and energetic and healthy lifestyle.

Marcy Recumbent Magnetic Bike Specifications:

Compact design, smooth and quiet magnetic resistance
Computer monitor tracks time, speed, distance and calories burned. Transport wheels
Front and seated hand grasp for easy pedaling motion
Easy-to-mount step-through frame design; adjustable foot straps
Recumbent exercise bike with 8 levels of magnetic resistance and tightening knob
Large, comfortable vinyl foam seat and back pad
Measures 27 x 38.25 x 43.5 inches (W x H x D); 2-year warranty

The Marcy Recumbent bike guarantees a well-performed mechanism of strengthening your muscles, giving it more endurance and density. Thus, it gives you an apposite system wherein you can exercise with a less complexities, because of its 8 levels of magnetic resistance that you can adjust manually.

The seat, handlebars and pedals are all adjustable. You can slide the seat through into a more comfortable position and depends on the user’s body size and the same as with your handlebars into your side seats. And the oversized pedal with its step-through frame is design for easy pedaling with it is a foot strap to keep it stable.

A computer console is attached with it that keeps track to the time of work out and it’s going to show you on how much speed are you already into, the distance in miles and how much calories are already burned. It displays a large character, enough to read in the distance of the recumbent position.

Marcy Recumbent Magnetic Bike at a glance…

Pros:

Has a widely extra padded seat which gives comfort and at ease to the user.
Designed to be adjustable to fit not only to one kind of body fitness but for all.
You can set manually the tension appropriate to your work out for the day.
No irritating sounds because of quiet magnetic resistance.
It can hold a maximum weight up to 350 pounds.

Cons:

The seat quiver a little because of the intensity of the device, it can be tightened up but you can never avoid it especially when the level of magnetic resistance reaches on level 8.

Overall, The Marcy recumbent bike works well compensating its price.

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Stamina 1350 Magnetic Resistance Recumbent Bike Review

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:19:34 +0000

The Stamina 1350 Magnetic Resistance Recumbent Bike, or just Stamina 1350 for us, is priced at a price range that it is difficult to get good features and a good quality out of the product, either the manufacturer is losing money to please you, or you are the one wasting money on a cheap product.

It has some features that are attractive in any fitness equipment like this bike, the magnetic resistance is smooth and quiet, it is easy to assemble, use and adjust, nice oversized foot pedals for extra comfort. But it misses drastically some like hear rate control or workout programs.

Stamina 1350 Magnetic Resistance Recumbent Bike Specifications

Resistance- Smooth magnetic resistance with tension dial for adjusting intensity
Warranty- 1 year frame, 90 days parts
Display- InTouch monitor shows heart rate, calories burned, and more
Weight- 57.5 pounds
Dimensions- 50’’ L x 24’’ W x 33.5’’ H
Max user weight- 250 pounds

Smooth and quiet

If you are really in need to save money and can’t buy a better equipment or something else for exercises in the house, then the Stamina 1350 may be a choice for you to consider, but there are other options and so much better ones, even if they are a bit more expensive.

Even Stamina recumbent exercise bikes have good products, priced over this one. What you will get when you buy the Stamina 1350 Magnetic Resistance Recumbent Bike is the lack of essential features like the heart rate monitoring, workout programs, a nice display console and an easy to adjust seat.

After a while, those are the things that you will regret not having when some months later you could have waited saved and got the whole package of features that would really delight you and keep you going the extra mile in exercises.

On the good side, it is light and easy to move and carry around. It gives a low impact exercise that will go easy on your joints and knees. It is easy to assemble, and is great for house based exercises because it is quiet and smooth, you can use it while your baby is sleeping.

Overall, the choice is yours. If you are not looking or demanding too much from this machine, then it covers all the basics and can get you a nice exercise in your house, if you are looking for something that can take you further and make you stronger and give you great exercise sessions, then this isn’t what you are looking for.

Stamina 1350 Magnetic Resistance Recumbent Bike at a Glance…

Pros:

Easy to adjust
Quiet operation
Comfortable

Cons:

Lacks heart rate control
No workout programs

Overall, the Stamina 1350 Magnetic Resistance Recumbent Bike is a nice recumbent bike, but it lacks some features that would take it into a complete different level, and also a different price range. If you want a nice recumbent bike, cheap and easy to use, this one is for you.

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Phoenix 99605 Upright Magnetic Exercise Bike Review

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 03:32:24 +0000

You don’t have to take a trip to the hospital or clinic to have your rehabilitative cardiovascular exercise instead, you can do it in your on home while watching television or listening to a radio unless necessary. The Phoenix 99605 Upright is designed for easy use and accessibility especially for beginners and intermediary athletes or doing rehabilitative exams.

Phoenix 99605 Upright Magnetic Exercise Bike Specifications:

Upright exercise bike with ultra-quiet magnetic resistance system
8 resistance levels with adjustment dial; hand contact sensor for pulse
Easy-to-read monitor measures time, speed, distance, and calories
Tough tubular steel frame; front wheels for quick and easy transport
Measures 45.3 x 51.6 x 19 inches (W x H x D); 1-year frame warranty
A maximum weight limit of 250 pounds

The Phoenix Upright Magnetic bike provide users a more convenient way of doing cycling inside their house, like other stationary bikes, but of course, there is something unique with this device. It features an ultra-quiet magnetic resistance system that provides a quiet work out getting rid of the wheel-like sound and inviting the vibrant exercise appropriate for those who had cardiovascular diseases.

It is also equipped with a monitoring device so you could see and manage easily your speed, distance, time and estimated calories burned. It is also featured with your pulse rate from the hand sensor set along the handle of the contraption at the upper portion and in the lower portion, attached the wheel that helps in moving the bike where you wanted it to be placed on the time you would exercise. You can place it in front of the television while you are watching or besides the window for a great view of outside.

The magnetic bike has also provided an eight resistance levels. With it was an adjustment dial wherein you can control it manually while you are on work out, besides, you are in an upright position so you can easily regulate resistance levels.

Phoenix Upright Magnetic Exercise Bike at a glance…

Pros:

A large monitoring unit for all the data needed during the work out
Each fitting pedal goes along with a foot strap to secure foot on the surface of it.
It is attached with wheels at the front basis of the device for easy storage and mobility.

Cons:

It is not recommended for those users 250 pounds and above to use this device but aside from that, there is no other cause of inconvenience.

Overall, this magnetic exercise bike will definitely a must buy for all who wanted to have the stability they’ve always wanted.

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Schwinn 130 Upright Exercise Bike Review

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 03:18:18 +0000

Reluctant on what exercise equipment to spend your hard earned money on? Treadmill? Exercise Bike? Rowing machine? There’s just so many exercise machines out in the market these days and it’s easy to be overwhelmed and confused, especially if you don’t know what you’re looking for in a machine and what areas these are capable of working out.

If you want to tone your arms, thighs and buttocks and if you want a machine that is relatively easy to use, I’d say you go for a stationary bike, specifically the Schwinn 130 Upright Exercise Bike.

Schwinn 130 Upright Exercise Bike Specifications:

16 resistance levels
6 preset programs and 10 profile courses
Back lit LCD monitor
Extra-wide comfort seat with micro-adjustable fore/aft seat slider
Premium, extra-wide Bio-Fit pedals
Handlebars with integrated heart-rate grips
Mast water bottle holders
Transport wheels for easy movement
10 year warranty on frame, 1 year on mechanical and electrical, 6 months on wear items, 90 days on labor.

The Schwinn 130 is a mix of the conventional and the modern stationary bikes. It combines the best toning work out of an upright stationary bike that works out your legs, buttocks and thighs. It also has a variety of adjustable features for added comfort including adjustable seat height and handle bars.

The LCD monitor encourages you to keep on with your work out by showing you the calories burned, speed, distance, RPM as well as the interval time and resistance. It likewise show you your pulse rate since it comes with a heart-rate sensor built right into the handle bars.

Along with other stationary bikes the Schwinn 130 Upright Bike is first and foremost light and compact. It is not hard to assemble and is ideal for homes with limited space. At the same time, you can easily bring it along when you go on vacation, so there’s no need to stop your work out when going out of town.

Even though the Schwinn 130 is compact, it is packed with features which makes it economical. You can easily control your work out with its 16 resistance levels, something that may not be expected for such a small machine. The said feature makes it an ideal equipment for both light and heavy built individuals, young and old and for people who have different reasons on why they work out, be it weight loss or muscle toning.

Schwinn 130 Upright Exercise Bike at a glance…

Pros:

Smooth and quiet operation for a relatively low-priced machine.
The adjustable seat slider makes it easy to use for people with different built and height.
The machine is built with a sturdy steel frame that is able to seat users of up to 250lbs
It also comes with a book or magazine holder that is sturdy enough to hold a laptop.
Assembly time is 20 minutes tops, even for mechanically challenged folks.

Cons:

The seat needs more cushion for added comfort on heavy built users.
The console is not that easy to program or to understand either, which may be frustrating for older people who may not want to press a lot of buttons to see what they want.
According to most customers Schwinn can improve on the packaging of this product, this is a very minor detail though.

In totality, despite minor discomforts on the seat and the some complaints on the console, the Schwinn 130 Upright Exercise bike is still a good buy after all.

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Marcy Classic Upright Fan Bike Review

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:42:55 +0000

The Marcy Classic Upright Fan Bike uses air as resistance, that mean that this bike is above all noisy. In its favor it has dual action arm bars that allow you to work your upper body as you keep pedaling, but is this good enough to cover the other cons on the bike, maybe not.

This bike is tried to be sold because of the dual action design on it, but besides from that the whole of the bike isn’t that great, especially if you think of the fan resistance that is noisy and doesn’t have any control, it just increases as long as you increase you speed of pedaling.

Marcy Classic Upright Fan Bike Specifications

Dual-action arms provide a full-body workout
Computer output includes time, distance, calories burned, speed levels, and scan mode
Adjustable seat
Fan Resistance
Transport wheels
Warranty: 2-year limited warranty on parts

Noisy Fan Bike

The Marcy Classic Upright Fan Bike is a fairly well built indoor bike, considering the price you pay for it, but you can lift too much your expectations about this product or you will be disappointed. The fanlike resistance is noisy, but if you like that noise it may even work for you, but do not expect to listen clearly to your TV or any music on your sound system, unless they are loud enough to wake up the neighbors.

It has transport wheels and only weighs 59 pounds, so it is easy to move it around the house and place it wherever you want it to be. The seat is adjustable to a wide range of heights for different users, but it is also uncomfortable and inflexible, it works better if you buy a padded seat cover.

The console is simple and the whole bike has nothing special about it besides the dual action arm handles. There are better indoor bikes that are sold for a bit more than this one and get you much more with a silent magnetic resistance.

Marcy Classic Upright Fan Bike at a Glance…

Pros:

Cheap

Cons:

Noisy resistance

The Marcy Classic Upright Fan Bike doesn’t have much going for it, even the dual action arm handles don’t cover for all the rest of the bike that doesn’t achieve the quality that many others have, even if more expensive. You will be better off waiting more time and saving some money to buy another bike for you.

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Stamina 5325 Magnetic Resistance Upright Exercise Bike Review

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 13:38:19 +0000

Looking for an exercise bike that has a feel of riding a real racing bike? An exercise bike that, when exercising, feels more of a recreational activity rather than a sweat-filled exercise? Then look no further, the Stamina 5325 Magnetic Resistance Upright Exercise Bike is for you.

Stamina 5325 Magnetic Resistance Upright Exercise Bike Specifications:

Type of resistance: magnetic resistance
Tension control: dial control
Fitness program: 6 preset fitness programs
Pulse sensor: Built-in hand pulse sensors
Monitor: InTouch® monitor
Pedal type: Oversized, weighted pedals
Seat type: oversized vinyl seat
Frame: Sturdy steel frame
Weight limit: 300 lbs.
Warranty: 1year frame/90 days parts

The Stamina 5325 Magnetic Resistance Upright Exercise bike incorporates the time-tested and trusted magnetic resistance. This makes up for a quiet, worry-free workout which comes in really handy when you want to exercise to the beat of your favourite tune, or working out while watching television, or if you just like reading the morning newspaper while keeping fit at the same time – pretty much whatever floats your boat. Add that to the dial control knob, which controls the tension level of your exercise bike, and you pretty much have all the resistance you need for a fit body that you have always wanted.

This exercise bike has 6 preset fitness programs to help you target your fitness goal and keep you from getting bored overtime. This feature separates simple pedalling from actual exercising with its pace guide which tells you if you need to slow down or if you need to pick up the pace. It’s like having a personal exercise bike trainer of your own without the hefty price.

Built-in hand pulse sensors let’s you know if your heart rate is below your target range for your fitness goal. Whether your workout is aerobic or anaerobic in nature, this little feature is a definite plus.

The InTouch monitor offers a large display that lets you know pretty much everything you need to know about your workout. It shows time, speed, distance, calories, pulse, and all that with a simple push of a single button.

This exercise bike features an ingenious oversized, weighted pedals that keeps your pedals in the proper position. No more having to spin your pedals in order to start your workout because this bike’s pedals will do it for you.

Over-sized, adjustable seat will keep you comfortable while in pedalling position – which really helps during those long workouts.

Leveling stabilizer caps and wheels keeps your bike secure on the ground and enables you to move your exercise bike after use, respectively.

The Stamina 5325 Magnetic Resistance Upright Exercise bike at a glance:

Pros:

Silent magnetic resistance
6 preset fitness program with pace guide
Built-in hand pulse sensor
Easy to use InTouch monitor
Oversized, weighted pedals
Wheels for moving the bike after use

Cons:

Only 1 year warrantee on frame
Has a 300 lbs weight limit

The Stamina 5325 Magnetic Resistance Upright Exercise bike is not meant for everyone considering the weight limit – which is actually more than what other exercise bike in the price range offers. For the price, The Stamina 5325 Magnetic Resistance Upright Exercise bike would be a decent buy.

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Ironman 125 Upright Exercise Bike Review

Sun, 14 Feb 2010 15:57:07 +0000

The Ironman 125 Upright Exercise Bike offers you self balancing pedals, large cushioned seat, EKG handlebar pulse grips, 11 pounds flywheel and large LCD readout. And that is pretty much everything that this bike has to offer. You can consider it a no frills bike that is affordable and with a doubtful quality to the construction and materials.

Some customers complain that the bike isn’t that easy to assemble. It has a compact design and it has transport wheels so it is easy to move it around the house and place it wherever you want to exercise in front of the TV, in the room, in the patio or wherever. These bikes are easily found in Wal Mart stores.

Ironman 125 Upright Exercise Bike Specifications

Self-balancing pedals and large cushioned seat create comfortable ride
Large LCD readout tracks your time, speed, distance, and calories burned
EKG handlebar pulse grips
Transport Wheels
8 resistance levels
Warranty: Lifetime Frame, 1 year on parts

No Frills Upright Bike

The Ironman 125 Upright Exercise Bike is a what you see is what you get exercise bike, there isn’t much to be said about this exercise bike, other than it is priced very low and the quality of the bike may not be that great. Yes, the frame has a 1 year warranty on it, but customers have complained that it is hard to avail the warranty from Ironman.

It has all the basics for it to be called an exercise bike, it has a space saving design, it is easy to transport and needs some batteries to operate the console. It has 8 resistance levels, but they are not that great to really lift a challenge to intermediate riders.

It is better to save a few dollars and buy a better bike than this one, even if more expensive. This bike has a one year warranty on the frame, but it is a bit awkward since the price is low and the maximum user weight on the bike is only 250 pounds. To buy this bike is a bit of a risk since there aren’t many positive reviews on it and Ironman isn’t that famous of a brand for indoor bikes.

Ironman 125 Upright Exercise Bike at a Glance…

Pros:

Affordable
The Basics and No Frills

Cons:

Quality

Buying the Ironman 125 Upright Exercise Bike is a risk that maybe not worth taking, simply because for a few more dollars you can buy another bike from another brand that will promise you much more in quality than just 1 year warranty on the frame.

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Confidence Foldable Exercise Bike Review

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 17:40:44 +0000

The Confidence Foldable Stow Away Exercise Bike is a great little foldable indoor bike that has quality and it is easy to use, plus the cheapest price tags for a quality product like this. It is silent and has an adjustable magnetic resistance, that doesn’t take you to the limit, but does its job nicely.

It is great for someone without much space in the house or office; it doesn’t take much space when in use, and it can be easily stored away under a bed, in the closet or hanging behind the door. It is sturdy, considering that it only weighs 50 pounds and it is compact. It is also easy to assemble and has everything you need inside the box.

Confidence Foldable Stow Away Exercise Bike Specifications

Dimensions- 22’’ L x 17.5 W x 53’’ H
Resistance- Adjustable magnetic system
Weight- 50 pounds
Warranty- 12 months

All about saving space

It is kind of hard to look at the Confidence Foldable Stow Away Exercise Bike and create grand expectations, therefore it is a surprise that this skinny indoor foldable bike can do what she does, a great cardio workout for lower body with low impact on joints and knees, all while burning 4 times more calories than just walking.

It works with and adjustable magnetic resistance for an efficient workout. Some consumers may find the resistance a bit weak, since at the topmost level it still isn’t that challenging if you are used to stronger resistances from the gym. But for other users that are new to this kind of equipment or for physical therapy, it is great and does a nice job.

Adjustable padded seat, may take some time to get used to it. It includes an on board computer that tracks time, speed, distance and calories. And also includes an easy-to-read instruction manual and all tools for easy home assembly.

Overall, it is a good choice if you don’t demand too much from it; it fits needs of most newcomers to fitness exercises and will last for a long time since it was built with good quality. The price tag may fool you, but it is good fitness equipment.

Confidence Foldable Stow Away Exercise Bike at a Glance…

Pros:

Affordable and with quality
Easy to store away
Quiet

Cons:

Weak resistance
Not fit for user above 6’2’’

Not recommended if you are looking for a gym like fitness equipment. However it is a great indoor bike for all those who are looking for a great cardio workout at home, basic features and cheap price, the Confidence Foldable Stow Away Exercise Bike is great for you.

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Phoenix 99608 Magnetic Recumbent Exercise Bike Review

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:34:32 +0000

The Phoenix 99608 Magnetic Recumbent Exercise Bike is a no frills, affordable and yet effective recumbent bike. It delivers a great cardio vascular workout, in comfort and with a virtually silent magnetic resistance. It has 8 levels of resistance to support you fitness levels and can be easily adjusted using a hand dial.

The frame can also be adjusted to different people with different heights, it is solid and sturdy, but someone with short legs may have difficulty reaching the pedals in this model even at the shortest setting.

Phoenix 99608 Magnetic Recumbent Exercise Bike Specifications

Magnetic resistance system
8 resistance levels with adjustment dial
Comfortable step-through frame
Solid tubular steel frame
Sturdy pedals with secure foot straps
Dimensions: 58’’W x 38’’H x 24’’D
Warranty: 1 year frame warranty, 90 days parts

Affordable Recumbent Bike

The Phoenix 99608 Magnetic Recumbent Exercise Bike may be long, just like any other recumbent bike, but it is easy for you to find a place for it in your garage or room. It is good for beginners and fitness enthusiast, but not as good as to be a good buy for advanced cycling fans.

The best about this recumbent bike, beside the price for quality ratio, is the resistance, it is a magnetic resistance that is smooth and quiet, great to use in the morning without waking up everyone in the house. The worst is the warranty that only covers 1 year on the frame and 90 days on the parts.

The adjustable frame gives this recumbent bike a plus, it can accommodate different users with different sizes, but once again the warranty in the frame comes to mind and that doesn’t show much confidence from Phoenix on the product. The price is great, very low, perhaps too low, and the warranty with this price raises some red flags about buying this recumbent bike

Phoenix 99608 Magnetic Recumbent Exercise Bike at a Glance…

Pros:

Affordable
Quiet Magnetic Resistance

Cons:

Weak Warranty

The Phoenix 99608 Magnetic Recumbent Exercise Bike has a very low price, that is something that probably will make you think about buying it, but the weak warranty may prove that the components on this bike are not as good as you’d expect and Phoenix doesn’t seem to put the warranty where you put your money. Think twice before buying this recumbent bike from Phoenix.

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Marcy PL-43211 Upright Mag Cycle Review

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 13:31:10 +0000

Are you looking for that exercise bike that breaks out of the ordinary exercise bike category? Or you simply want to be different from all of those people that seem to purchase nothing more than grey and black fitness equipments? Looking for something fresh to put into your home gym or in your living room? Look no further, here is the Marcy PL-43211 Upright Mag Cycle.

Marcy PL-43211 Upright Mag Cycle Specifications:

Adjustable Seat height: Yes
Adjustable handlebar: Yes
Onboard Display: Yes
Tension control: Dial-knob control
Resistance: Magnetic
Resistance level: 8 resistance level
Deluxe foot pedals: Yes – with weighted counter balance and adjustable foot straps
Weight capacity: 300 lbs
Warranty: Two-year limited warranty

Just one look at the Marcy PL-43211 Upright Mag Cycle and you will know that you are already living in modern times. With its hip color scheme, you’ll instantly know that you are different from those monochromatically-visioned people. It talks to you in a way that you know you just want to be different from the rest. But that is simply not all there is to it.

This exercise bike has adjustable seat height and handle bar to meet different riding preference and/or body types. Its onboard display lets you know how your speed, distance, the time, and how much calories you have dared to burn.

The dial-knob control lets you adjust the tension level you need or want for that challenging workout that separates you from an active person from all the lazy bums. It has 8 resistance levels for variations and unparalleled workout experience.

Deluxe foot pedals, with built-in counter balance, to keep the pedals in the proper mounting/pedaling position to save you from frustration of having to spin it before you can start exercising. Adjustable foot straps to keep your feet in place and also add a pulling action rather than just a pushing action for a complete pedaling experience.

It has a 300 lbs weight capacity to accommodate most people that want to lose weight or keep their weight in check.

Lastly, the Marcy PL-43211 Upright Mag Cycle is backed by a 2 year limited warranty which is more than what other upright bikes in this price range has to offer.

Marcy PL-43211 Upright Mag Cycle At A Glance:

Pros:

Fresh look
Adjustable Seat height and handlebar
Onboard display that tracks speed distance, time, calories burned
Dial-knob control for easy, slip-free, adjustment of resistance
Deluxe foot pedals with weighted counter balance and adjustable foot straps for added security while pedaling
Two-year limited warranty

Cons:

300 lbs weight limit which is more than other bikes’ weight capacity but still does not accommodate everyone.

For its price and limited warranty, Marcy PL-43211 Upright Mag Cycle is definitely a good buy – especially if you fall below the weight capacity.

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Epic 300 U Upright Exercise Bike Review

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 12:18:00 +0000

The Epic 300 U Upright Exercise Bike has many features that will deliver you a great cardio workout. The seat is comfortable with patented GelSoft gel layer. The silent magnetic resistance is smooth and frictionless, silent and great for indoor bike riding. You can also adjust the resistance without having to stop pedaling.

It has six personal workout programs designed by professional personal trainers. The Target Pacing Coach will keep your heart beat in your aerobic zone and the resistance will keep you burning calories at an optimum pace. It is a compact bike that will fit in a corner of your room.

Epic 300 U Upright Exercise Bike Specifications

Silent Magnetic Resistance
6 personal trainer workout programs
2 heart rate programs
1 touch resistance
PowerPulse heart rate monitor
Dimensions: 58’’ x 46’’ x 22’’
Weight: 125 pounds

Light Weight Indoor Bike

The Epic 300 U Upright Exercise Bike is a cheap indoor bike that lacks some quality in the construction, but compensates with the features that it has. You can’t expect much from a bike that has a price tag this low, the quality of the construction may be shown in the fact that it only weighs 125 pounds.

This bike has in its favor a reasonable pack of features that will allow you to keep control over your stats and progress as you use this bike. The resistance is great, perfectly silent and you can change the resistance level with one touch and no need to stop pedaling and exercising.

You also get a very comfortable GelSoft seat and the bike was design for easy access. The PowerPulse heart rate monitor is built in the handle bars and works with the Target Pacing Coach to help you maintain your pace and rhythm at the most effective levels.

It also has CoolAire workout fan built in the console, with a LED display that shows speed, distance, time and calories burned, and another Led display that shows your workout intensity. You get everything you need without any bells and whistles to distract you for an affordable price.

Epic 300 U Upright Exercise Bike at a Glance…

Pros:

Good Resistance
Great Pack of Features

Cons:

Construction Quality

The Epic 300 U Upright Exercise Bike is an affordable indoor bike that will deliver you the exercise that you need to get fit. The magnetic 1 touch resistance is the best about this machine and the programs, even though not too many, are good for any user to get fit.

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Marcy Magnetic Resistance Upright Bike Review

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:36:56 +0000

The Marcy Magnetic Upright Bike is a basic exercise bike that can actually be used frequently and stand up to the abuse, but there are some complaints about durability issues. It isn’t the best indoor bike option in the market within its price range.

Either you can’t afford a better indoor bike, or you won’t pay a few more hundreds for a better indoor bike, it is always a risk to buy fitness equipment at the price range of the Marcy Recumbent Mag Cycle, then only for these cases it may be a good choice of indoor bike. Overall, there are better choices.

Marcy Magnetic Upright Bike Specifications

Dimensions- 22’’ L x 17.5 W x 53’’ H
Resistance- Adjustable magnetic system, 8 levels
Weight- 50 pounds
Max user weight- 300 pounds

Cheap and basic

With the Marcy Recumbent Mag Cycle you can easily store it away or place it in a corner of the house without noticing it. It is easy to start using it and can provide good and efficient workouts for lower body and cardio. The Magnetic resistance has 8 levels and the display gives you feedback on time, speed, calories and distance.

It has a smooth and quiet ride, you can watch TV or listen to music while using the Marcy Magnetic Upright Bike. It also includes deluxe foot pedals with weighted counter balance and adjustable foot straps, and adjustable handlebar and saddle, for you to find your best position while working out.

Easy transport wheels make it easy to change the workout location or store it away from sight. When you receive it, it will take some time to assemble it, even so customers reviews do not point out that it is hard or complicated, it is time consuming.

It doesn’t have any workout programs or a heart rate monitor, if you can do without that, then it isn’t a problem. But if you are really looking for something that will equal the bikes you use in a gym, then the Marcy Magnetic Upright Bike will disappoint you and it is better that you think twice before you buy it.

Marcy Magnetic Upright Bike at a Glance…

Pros:

Basic features for an affordable price
Easy to store away
Quiet

Cons:

No preprogrammed programs
No heart rate monitor

If you are over 300 pounds or you expect to squeeze hundreds of miles per week out of the Marcy Recumbent Mag Cycle, then you must realign your expectations out of this machine, the magnetic resistance will not satisfy you and you will have durability issues. For everyone else, it is a nice choice, but there are better ones out in the market within the same price range.

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Schwinn 101 Upright Exercise Bike Review

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:57:54 +0000

The Schwinn 101 Upright Exercise Bike is the entry level model for the catalogue from this excellent manufacturer of exercise bikes and fitness equipment. Even if at an entry level, you can count on all the excellence and quality from Schwinn brand. It is also a very affordable model considering the quality and the pack of features that you get for the money you pay.

To stand behind the quality of the product Schwinn offers one of the best warranties on the market for this kind of products, you get 10 years on the frame and 1 year on electronics and parts. It is hard to beat that from any other brand for the price range this bike is in.

Schwinn 101 Upright Exercise Bike Specifications

Six preset programs provide workout variety
Computer controlled, eddy current resistance
Handlebars are adjustable to suit your riding position
Contact grip heart rate sensors
Extra-wide and extra-padded seat for maximum comfort
Includes AC power adapter
Dimensions: 36.5’’ L x 20.5’’ W
Weight: 71.5 pounds
Maximum user weight: 300 pounds

Excellence at an Entry Level Exercise Bike

With the Schwinn 101 Upright Exercise Bike you have 6 preset programs that deliver a wide range of options for your exercises, they will keep you challenged and not bored at all as you daily exercise and feel yourself being pushed to your limit in fitness level.

The eddy current resistance is controlled by the computer on the bike, it is easy to change the resistance and it is also very smooth and quiet, everything you need an indoor bike. You also can control your heart beat with the grip heart rate controller.

To maximize comfort you can adjust the seat and also the handle bars. This bike is great for anyone who likes riding bikes but also looks to take cycling to the next level. It is more than just sitting and riding, it is fitness equipment at its best to deliver you high performance and ride you to fitness heaven.

Of course since it isn’t as good as other models from Schwinn, you just get less resistance levels and less heart rate programs, but even so you get so much more than from other brands at this price. If you don’t like this bike you can also look into the Schwinn catalog and for sure there are others that will meet your needs.

Schwinn 101 Upright Exercise Bike at a Glance…

Pros:

Affordable and excellent quality
Great warranty

Cons:

Resistance levels

For an entry level exercise bike the Schwinn 101 Upright Exercise Bike has everything that you need to get a good workout from this bike. The quality is great and the features have everything you need in an exercise bike to keep control of your exercises and have fun while riding your bike to fitness.

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Paradigm 7101 ACTIVcycle Motorized Exercise Cycle Review

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 13:22:22 +0000

Are you looking for an exercise equipment that’s easy to carry around like a carry-bag? Looking for something that’s much more easy on the joints than your average exercise bikes? Don’t want to get off your favorite chair while keeping your blood circulating as if you are walking? Are you one of those people who can no longer walk as far or as much as you used to? Then this is for you – the Paradigm 7101 ACTIVcycle Motorized Exercise Cycle.

Paradigm 7101 ACTIVcycle Motorized Exercise Cycle Specifications:

Motor-assisted cycling
LCD display
Easy set-up
Used in a sitting position
Pre-assembled folded pedal with adjustable foot strap
Adjustable speed
DC motor system
Built-in carry handle
Includes non-skid floor mat
Compact design

The Paradigm 7101 ACTIVcycle Motorized Exercise Cycle is designed with an assistive-attitude in mind. They know that not everyone is a natural-born athlete or endurance runners. They know that there are those that simply need more than a simple push in keeping an active life. Thus, the Paradigm 7101 ACTIVcycle Motorized Exercise Cycle, as the name implies, has a motor-assisted cycling motion in order to aid those people that simply cannot do so, or finds it difficult, on their own. It has adjustable speed with an overload protection for safety. This little device aids you in promoting blood circulation which is always a good thing. And since it is motor-assisted, it is low impact and very easy on the joints. Place it on a desk, and you are ready for an upper body exercise.

It is easy to set-up and to get started. Its compact design means you don’t have to worry where to store it after you have used it. It has a built-in carry handle so that you can carry it with you wherever you might need to use it. Pre-assembled folded pedal means you are always ready to go exercise. It also has adjustable foot straps to keep your feet in place.

Paradigm 7101 ACTIVcycle Motorized Exercise Cycle At A Glance…

Pros:

Compact design for easy storage
Motor-assisted cycling allows for a more low-impact cycling movement than other cyclers
Adjustable speeds for varying fitness levels
Includes a non-skid floor mat

Cons:

Foot straps cannot accommodate all foot sizes
No resistance

If you are a person who is just beginning a rehabilitative therapy or someone who wants to keep on moving but cannot do so like you used to because of an injury, then the Paradigm 7101 ACTIVcycle Motorized Exercise Cycle is for you.

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Stamina 15-0200 InTone Folding Recumbent Bike Review

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 15:37:20 +0000

The Stamina 15-0200 InTone Folding Recumbent Bike is something like a compromise between a fitness exercise bike and something affordable and yet effective. If you are tight on a budget, or if you just don’t want to spend more money in a good recumbent bike, then this model is perfect for you. On the other hand if you have high expectations about your workouts and expect serious performances, then you should look for a real full blown recumbent bike.

There are some pros and cons about this model, the innovative design and the price make it a good choice for anyone looking for affordable fitness equipment that can deliver good results. Besides that it can be folded and save space, it saves you money and it is fun to use.

Stamina 15-0200 InTone Folding Recumbent Bike Specifications

Folding design and wheels allows for convenient storage and easy portability
Quiet, smooth resistance
Targeted training, multifunction LCD monitor tracks workout time, speed, distance, and calories burned
Easy-to-use adjustable resistance allows you to increase or decrease workout intensity
Cushioned seat and seatback for greater comfort
Adjustable seat fits various user heights
Sturdy steel frame construction, foam padded grips, and slide-resistant foot pads
Assembled size: 40″ length x 25″ wide x 41″ height
Folded size: 21.6″ length x 25.4″ wide x 42.25″ height

Innovative and Fun to Use

The Stamina 15-0200 InTone Folding Recumbent Bike has a more of a relaxed feeling to it than a fully recumbent exercise bike. With relaxed we mean that it looks perfectly as fitness equipment that was built thinking of home usage than any other. It doesn’t look like any fitness equipment that you will see in a health club or any other conventional fitness equipment.

It is easy to carry and can be folded for storage. You can ride it in a semi reclined position that is comfortable but not too comfortable to make you sleepy. You can use it while you watch TV or read a book, it is very comfortable, but don’t expect too much from it when it comes to fitness results and performance,. If you intend to get really serious about exercising it is better to look for something else.

It has a solid construction, sturdy steel frame design, foam padded grips on the side of the seat, and the seat height can be adjusted, comfortable and non sliding footplates, quiet and smooth resistance. It has quality for the kind of fitness equipment it is, but don’t expect too much out of it.

Stamina 15-0200 InTone Folding Recumbent Bike at a Glance…

Pros:

Affordable and easy to use
Good quality and practical design

Cons:

Uncomfortable for user above 6’ height

The Stamina 15-0200 InTone Folding Recumbent Bike is good enough for easy going fitness enthusiasts. If you are not over 6’ tall and do not expect too much from this recumbent bike, then this is a good machine for you. Just do not let your motivation go down the drain while watching TV or doing something else.

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Stamina 15-0120 InStride Cycle XL Review

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 15:03:58 +0000

The Stamina 15-0120 InStride Cycle XL isn´t properly an exercise bike, it has the pedals and supports for them, but has no seat, meaning that you can use it your own chair or even your big lazy boy sofa. It is easy to use and carry, you can be working in your office and use at the same time, if the boss doesn’t mind and you can multitask.

It delivers effective workouts, it is one of the cheapest fitness equipment that you can buy, and it has all the quality that you can expect from something like this. It may surprise you at first that a small machine that seems to be missing something can really do anything good for your fitness, and in reality, this cycle can and will help you get fit.

Stamina 15-0120 InStride Cycle XL Specifications

Full range of motion upper and lower body workouts
Adjustable tension to vary your workout intensity
Electronic monitor times your workout
Straps hold feet in place on pedals
Non-slip rubber feet
Assembled size: 19″ X 15.25″ X 12.25″
Weighs only 9 lbs.
90 day limited warranty

Easy To Use, Cheap and Fun to Carry Everywhere

The Stamina 15-0120 InStride Cycle XL can’t really deliver a full body workout and build up some serious muscles on your legs, what it can do is to improve your cardio fitness as good as any fitness bicycle. The concept may be a bit farfetched to get at first, but once you get to try it will feel just like any other bike, with lots of advantages.

The most obvious advantage is that you can carry it with you wherever you may go and you can use it everywhere you want to. It tucks nicely under a desk at work so that you can be pedaling and working, doesn’t really do much for your fitness levels, but it is a great way to keep practicing. It can be stored anywhere and it is easy to use.

Well, it is easy to use if you plan to use it sitting down, using one of your chairs; it isn’t that easy and takes some time and balance to use it standing. Yes, it can be used in the standing position. If you do use it like that, once you get used to it it increases not only the difficulty of the pedaling and the effort on the legs, it also improves balance and exercises muscles on the upper body.

Overall it is a nice way to exercise and keep in shape if you are really motivated, it doesn’t have any way to control your workout and no motivation incentives. It is cheap and affordable, it can be used in many ways and in many places, but if you are really serious about working out and getting real fitness results it is better to save a bit more money and buy a good exercise bike.

Stamina 15-0120 InStride Cycle XL at a Glance…

Pros:

Portable and easy to store
Cheap and affordable
Quality construction
Easy to use

Cons:

Lacks any monitoring

The Stamina 15-0120 InStride Cycle XL is a great idea that could be better if it had some added features. It is sold as if you can exercise while doing work and your daily tasks, but it is a bit hard to get some serious fitness results without putting your heart and mind into it. It is a fun fitness equipment that can work for some.

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Genuine Magnetrainer-ER Mini Exercise Bike Review

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 13:21:10 +0000

Looking for something that will keep you fit, busy, and entertained during this coming long holidays? Want to share the joy of bicycling to your loved ones without the hefty tag price and the dangers of riding the real thing out in the open road? And most of all, having to experience bicycling without wearing any goofy, tight cycling shorts and a helmet? If you have answered yes to any of the above questions, then this is exactly what you are looking for – the Genuine Magnetrainer-ER Mini Exercise Bike.

Genuine Magnetrainer-ER Mini Exercise Bike Specifications:

Smooth adjustable Magnetic resistance.
Nearly twice the adjustment range (up to 160W) of other bikes.
Wide front and rear supports
Optional accessories available
Compact
Lightweight
Full 1 Year Warranty.

The Genuine Magnetrainer-ER Mini Exercise Bike features smooth and adjustable magnetic resistance to keep your cycling experience quiet and much more enjoyable. It also has wide front and rear supports to keep you mini exercise bike stable during that vigorous cycling bursts. It is feature-packed especially with the optional accessories that are available. It has 3 pc interfaces, Playstation interface, and TV pedaler interfaces available. Optional accessories includes, large foot pedals and ergo hand pedals, which is ergonomically designed for pedaling when using your hands, just to name a few. But don’t let the optional accessories bait you in yet, because on its own, it’s still a whole new level above other mini exercise bikes.

It can be used to pedal your arms. Just place the Genuine Magnetrainer-ER Mini Exercise Bike on a table top and start pedaling. The pedals are molded so that it is comfortable on the hands as well.

The display keeps track of your exercise statistics; namely, speed, distance, time, and the calories burned during your exercise.

In terms of resistance, the Genuine Magnetrainer-ER Mini Exercise Bike has almost twice the adjustment range of resistance among other mini bikes available today. It could be adjusted by a simple turn of the dial knob which is serrated for non-slip adjustments – even with sweaty hands.

Genuine Magnetrainer-ER Mini Exercise Bike At A Glance:

Pros:

Compact and lightweight – perfect for storage or bringing to a friend’s house
Smooth and silent magnetic resistance
Wide front and rear support for a slip-free cycling exercise
Display that keeps track of your workout statistics
A wide variety of options for your enjoyment and boredom-free cycling experience

Cons:

None

For a mini exercise bike, this really comes with a hefty price tag. However, for a family-fun filled, whole new recreational experience, this is definitely a worthy buy. Highly recommended.

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Stamina 9200 CPS Indoor Cycling Bike Review

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:47:46 +0000

The Stamina 9200 CPS Indoor Cycling Bike isn’t really for everyone, only if you are really an enthusiast of these road bikes then you should buy one. It is a great alternative if you can’t ride your bike outdoors or can’t go to the gym, but for an everyday exercise, it is kind of uncomfortable, but nonetheless it is a great choice.

It was built with all the quality of pro gyms exercise stationary bikes, plus the feel of a real road bike. It has a wide range of tension adjustments and a 29 pounds cast flywheel, the seat can be adjusted back and forth or up and down, and the vinyl dipped handlebars can also be adjusted.

Stamina 9200 CPS Indoor Spinning Bike Specifications

Resistance- Simple tension adjustment to any intensity level
Warranty- 3 years frame, 90 days parts
Weight- 48 pounds
Dimensions- 52’’ L x 19’’ W x 46.5’’ H
Max user weight- 300 pounds

Simple and easy to use, yet effective

Comfort may not be the primary worry in the head of someone that buys the Stamina 9200 CPS Indoor Cycling Bike, but still the manufacturer has made everything possible that it is comfortable for anyone that dares to try it.

The seat is fully adjustable for you to find the right comfortable riding position. The handlebars do not slip in your hands and they are adjustable and are vinyl dipped. The pedal bearings are quiet, safe and with a smooth feeling. There are also some convenient features like a bottle holder and transportation wheels.

The construction of the frame is with steel, it makes it very stable even if you ride it standing up and at faster speeds, if you need and find it proper a gym mat is a good idea to improve the comfort and not scratch the floor in the house. It takes some space and it isn’t that easy to store away.

It may seem a bit expensive, but it is worth what you spend on it. It has quality and all the basic and needed features to make it great. The only thing that may scare some deals off is the fact that the riding position may not be much comfortable if you are not used to it, or if you have some back problems if you ride it for long workout sessions or on a daily basis.

Stamina 9200 CPS Indoor Cycling Bike at a Glance…

Pros:

Durable steel construction
Great overall quality
Good warranty

Cons:

Built for road bikes enthusiasts

The Stamina 9200 CPS Indoor Cycling Bike is a great machine. If you like it and it is the kind of exercise that will give you the best results and keep you motivated then it is the best choice you have.

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ProForm 380 CSX Exercise Bike Review

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:56:59 +0000

The ProForm 380 CSX Exercise Bike gets a lot of hyped reactions due to the Fat Blocker and Calorie Destroyer, these are not the latest arrivals in fitness programs or whatsoever close to it, these are games that you can play as you exercise, the harder you exercise the more points you win playing them. It may seem childish, but for some people it seems great.

It is really a personal choice if you like this in your exercise bike, after a few weeks you will see that you get bored of these games. I guess it can be a good sign of things to come in the future that will be more exciting in motivating you to exercise, but the GameFit doesn’t seem to do the job, at least not for now.

ProForm 380 CSX Exercise Bike Specifications

Adjustable Seat
Digital Resistance
iFit® Workout Card Technology
Dual-Grip EKG™ Heart Rate Monitor
8 Personal Trainer Workouts
GameFit™ Interactive Fitness Games
Compatible Music Port for iPod
Grafixx™ Hi-Res Display

Gaming While Pedaling

The ProForm 380 CSX Exercise Bike isn’t all about the games, but it pretty much calls your attention to it, and you are paying for it if you buy this bike. Lately there is news that a game console manufacturer is doing something like this, like a bike to be used instead of a joystick to control games of biking, that idea sounds good. But games in an exercise bike, not that good.

Besides the games you also get the iFit technology that is really good. They have lots of motivational programs plus options like running against your Facebook friends or on Google Maps roads all over the world. This really sounds like the future of fitness. All at the sound of your MP3 player or iPod that can be connected to the console.

You also have 8 programs that are greatly designed for you to get fit or lose weight. The digital resistance has 10 levels, delivering great challenges from beginners to intermediate users. Plus Target Heart Rate programs that use the handlebars heart rate sensors.

Overall the ProForm 380 CSX Exercise Bike is a great bike with great features, the only thing there are the games that can make or break deals. If you ike them, then go for it, if you don’t, steer clear from this bike.

ProForm 380 CSX Exercise Bike at a Glance…

Pros:

iFit Technology
Pack of Features
Good Construction

Cons:

GameFit

The ProForm 380 CSX Exercise Bike has lots of things going for it, it is an above medium standard bike that will delight you if you can handle the games that come with it. If you don’t you can look over for other models without the GameFit and buy something with the same quality, features and lower price.

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Stamina InTone Folding Recumbent Bike Review

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:45:57 +0000

The common misconception about owning stationary bikes is that almost all brands out there are bulky, expensive and hard to assemble. Surprisingly, that is not always the case. If you are looking for one that fits the opposite of the adjectives mentioned above, you will be happy to know that such exercise machine is out in the market – The Stamina 15-0200 InTone Folding Recumbent Bike.

The Stamina InTone Folding Recumbent Bike at a glance…

6 Programs
LCD Displays:
- Time
- Distance
- Calories Burned
- Speed
Dimensions: 39″ L x 23″ W x 41″ T
Folded dimensions: 19″ L x 23″ W x 58″ T
Product weight: 50 lbs
Weight Capacity: 250 lbs.
Comes with a combination wrench for assembly
90 day parts/3 Years on Frame

The Stamina 15-0200 InTone Folding Recumbent Bike is a favorite amongst people who need to do low cardio workout and is likewise highly recommended to those who are going through physical therapy.

Its space saving feature makes it a hit for people who are not a big fan of bulky and complicated exercise equipments. The said feature also appeals to those people live in condominiums, where one has to have a talent for space management. Such is the case, if you live in studio unit or a one bedroom unit apartment or condo in New York, this Stamina folding bike is ideal for you. You can actually put it under the bed or at the corner beside your door after folding it.

Since it is light and easy to set up, you can definitely be assured that this machine is highly portable. In line with that, there’s no need to worry when you go on vacation, you need not bloat when going to out of town trips with lots of feasting. Simply bring along your Stamina Intone Folding Recumbent bike and increase your work out time to compensate for all that feasting.

Note that there’s also no need to push several buttons to adjust the tension for different work out levels, all you need to do is to turn the knob to easily adjust the resistance.

The semi-reclined position helps you target your thighs, hips and buttocks; giving you a great work out without straining your neck and shoulders.

Stamina InTone Folding Bike at a glance…

Pros:

Smooth and quiet operation.
Setting up is a breeze, takes 30 minutes tops and of course, it is easier to fold and store.
Ergonomic design makes it comfortable compared to upright bikes.
Sturdy steel frame makes it safe to use.
Ideal for people trying to recover from physical injuries such as lumbar strain and knee injuries.

Cons:

Back and seat cushion needs thicker foam for added comfort for users with larger built.
The return policy could be quite inconvenient and frustrating should there be a need for you to return it.
A reprocessing fee of 20% is assessed when returning the merchandise.

Overall, majority of the people who purchased this product are happy with the performance of this machine and believe that they got their money’s worth. The Stamina 15-0200 InTone Folding Recumbent Bike is indeed one equipment you will no doubt want to have and give away to friends and family.

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ProForm 480 CSX Exercise Bike Review

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:36:37 +0000

The ProForm 480 CSX Exercise Bike has an overall good quality that is great for the price you for it. It is comfortable, solid and sturdy; with Dual-Grip EKG Heart Rate Monitor and iFit Technology programs to enhance your exercise to effective levels. This recumbent bike is all about comfort and excellence in your hands.

It has a magnetic resistance freewheel that is smooth and quiet; the seat is oversized for comfort and can be adjusted to any user height for more comfort also. It can hold users up to 300 pounds, and the console also can be adjusted for added comfort.

ProForm 480 CSX Exercise Bike Specifications

Oversized, Adjustable Seat
Digital Resistance
Dual-Grip EKG™ Heart Rate Monitor
iFit® Workout Card Technology
10 Personal Trainer Workouts
Compatible Music Port for iPod
Grafix™ Hi-Res Display

Excellent Recumbent Bike

The ProForm 480 CSX Exercise Bike has a digital resistance with 12 different levels. With the levels of resistance you can work with the iFit programs for added efficiency of your exercise, the iFit will adjust the setting and talk you through the whole workout program. Sit down, pedal and let the rest in the iFit hands.

You also have games to play in this recumbent bike; the touch screen allows you to play card games like poker and blackjack. Plus the Fat Blocker and Calorie Blaster games that are designed to give you points as you workout harder. If this kind of thing works for you, then go ahead and indulge yourself with this feature with games, if not you should look for some other model of bike.

The bike is also equipped with 2 2’’ speakers, you can plug your MP3 or iPod and listen to music as you workout. There is a lot on this bike that can take your attention from the exercise, so if you are easily distracted, it is better not to go for this bike, but if you need the extra motivation from these features than this is a good bike for you.

ProForm 480 CSX Exercise Bike at a Glance…

Pros:

Touch Screen
Sound System
IFit Technology

Cons:

Too Much Distractions

The ProForm 480 CSX Exercise Bike just has too many distractions if you want to be serious about your exercises. If you are looking for a comfortable exercise equipment, with quality and that does deliver the performance you want with all these extra features, then this is the bike for you.

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Pure Fitness Dual Action Fan Exercise Bike Review

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 13:16:24 +0000

Have you ever wondered how would it be like to exercise both your hands and legs at the same time using a bike? Well, it has been done. And now, a variety of combination bikes are available on the market. But despite their numerous counts, some stands above among the rest, and such is the Pure Fitness Dual Action Fan Exercise Bike.

Pure Fitness Dual Action Fan Exercise Bike Specifications:

Dual-action exercise bike
Pair of dual-action handles
Comfortable polyurethane seat
5-function electronic console
Fan resistance system; 90-day warranty

The benefits of using the Pure Fitness Dual Action Fan Exercise Bike are quite obvious at first sight. Pedals are for the lower body such as the legs and calves, and dual-action handles for the upper body. You will be able to exercise not only your legs and arms, but your chest and back muscles, also.

It features a fan-based resistance system. The faster you pedal, the more resistance will be met by the fan due to the air resistance that is present in the atmosphere. Don’t let the scientific talk get to you. What it means is that the faster you pedal, the harder it will get.

The Pure Fitness Dual Action Fan Exercise Bike also has a 5-function electronic console that lets you keep track of your workout such as the time you’ve spend pedaling, the calories you have burned, the distance you would have covered if you were riding an actual bike, the speed at which you are pedaling at, and rounds per minute, and comfortable polyurethane seat for a longer workout compared to using standard seats. The seat is also adjustable to suit different people with varying heights or riding preferences. Also adjustable are the foot straps that keep your feet securely fastened to the pedals. Perfect for those sudden burst of energy during H.I.T.T. workouts.

Pure Fitness Dual Action Fan Exercise Bike At A Glance…

Pros:

Works both the lower and upper body in one go
Padded handles for comfort
Comfortable polyurethane seat for wear-resistance
5-function electronic console to keep track of your workout statistics

Cons:

Only 90-day warranty on the fan resistance system

So if you want an efficient exercise bike where it lets you workout both the upper and the lower body at the same time, as well as something that is light on the pocket but heavy on the benefits, the Pure Fitness Dual Action Fan Exercise Bike is right for you.

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ProForm 280 CSX Upright Bike Review

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:34:40 +0000

If you need a decent indoor bike that can deliver all the basic features for a nice workout, the ProForm 280 CSX Upright Bike is the right choice for you. It doesn’t go too far with bells and whistles and has all the important stuff for your cardio workouts.

An EKG heart rate monitor that gives accurate readings of your heart pulse, digital magnetic resistance placing in your fingers full control over the workout intensity, plus 8 workout programs to lead you in to shape and cardio fitness. And to top it all, a target pace coach to help you along the way to keep yourself up with the rhythm of your heart.

ProForm 280 CSX Upright Bike Specifications

Dimensions- 47’’ L x 24.5’’ W x 11’’ H
Weight- 83.5 pounds
Resistance- Digital Magnetic
Display- Blue Backlit display
Programs- 8 workout programs and integrated target pacer coach
Warranty- 90 days manufacturer warranty

Covers all the basics

The ProForm 280 CSX Upright Bike is a nice and friendly indoor bike that will delight you and your family. It isn’t a great machine, but for the price it is a great deal and it is affordable for many family’s budgets.

The digital magnetic resistance can accommodate any user that you may have in the house and go from warm up levels to more intense workouts. It is quiet and smooth, and measures 47’’ x 24.5’’, so it fits nicely into a corner of the house of apartment. It isn’t that easy to carry around, and it weighs 83.5 pounds.

The ProForm 280 CSX Upright Bike has 1 speaker sound system that is compatible with an iPod. The warranty isn’t that great, with 90 days manufacturer warranty is almost like asking for trouble. If you intend to use the ProForm 280 CSX Upright Bike in a daily basis, for intensive workout sessions, then you’d better look somewhere else.

The blue backlit display is clear and easy to read, with all the important info for your workout. The seat is adjustable for you to find your most comfortable pedaling position. It has for added convenience a cooling fan and bottle holder.

ProForm 280 CSX Upright Bike at a Glance…

Pros:

Quiet and stable
Easy to use

Cons:

Uncomfortable
90 days warranty

The ProForm 280 CSX Upright Bike isn’t the best that Proform has to offer, but it is a good deal considering the price and that it has all the basic features that you need in an indoor bike. Easy to use and to assemble, it is a great deal to have in the house or office.

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