Monark Exercise AB 837E Recumbent Cardio Comfort Bike Review

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(More customer reviews)Made in Sweden! List: $2300. Typical Price: $1500-$1600.
This price: $549!!! (Plus a fair chunk of shipping ~ $150).
Still an amazing deal. Fast delivery. Easy assembly. Wow.

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Ideal for health care and rehabilitation, the Monark 837E recumbent exercise bike combines quality, comfort, and function. The 837E is outfitted with an extra-large seat and seat back that's height adjustable, letting you sit comfortably for your entire workout as you enjoy the bike's smooth-running performance. In fact, some would call this the "lazy boy" of recumbent bikes. The low-profile, walk-through "sit down" design, meanwhile, allows users of any age to use the bike with comfort and ease. Other details include an electronic meter that displays pedal revolutions per minute (RPM), heart rate, time, speed, and distance; a flywheel that adjusts forwards and backwards to fit any user; and bottom wheels for easy transport. A great bike for hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and fitness centers, the 837E measures 26 by 31 by 79 inches (W x H x D), weighs 154 pounds, and carries a one-year warranty.
Key Features:
Large,well-balanced flywheel 22 kg (48 lbs)
Easy access with allow frame entry
User-friendly electronics with measuring of heart rate in handlebars
Powder painted
Wheelsfor easy transport
Adjustable back support height
Electronic readouts of time, heart rate measured with telemetry type, speed, distance and pedal revolutions per minute

Specifications:
Width: 665 mm (26") at saddle
Width: 460 mm (18") at support tubes
Length: 1700-2000 mm (67-79") varies with the adjustable front unit
Distance between pedals and saddle can be adjusted from 490 mm (19") to 890 mm (35")
Height: 980 mm (39") at seat
Height: 800 mm (31") at front
Weight: 70 kg (154 lbs)
Maximum user weight: 250 kg/550 lbs

About Monark Monark has over 90 years of experience in bicycle production and manufactures, develops, and markets ergometers, exercise bikes, transport bikes, and specialized bicycles. Since the early 1900s, Monark’s cycles have been living proof of precision, reliability, strength, and service. That is one of the reasons why the company is now the world leader in cycle ergometers and the market leader in Scandinavia in transport cycles. Monark's products can be found today in over 90 countries, with the largest markets in the United States, China, and Scandinavia. Despite having a worldwide operation, development and manufacturing remain in Sweden. The demands on the function and quality of Monark's products are extremely high, which also means that production must fulfill requirements for safety, quality, and professionalism.

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Lifecore LC950RB Ultra-Compact Recumbent Exercise Bike Review

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(More customer reviews)We needed to have the bike customized as it does not fit someone who is 5'1".

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Compact, quiet and loaded with features, the Lifecore LC950RB recumbent exercise bike offers one of the smallest footprints for a recumbent bike in the industry. It offers a number of comfort features to help you ride longer and harder, including an Ergo Mesh seatback that contours to the shape of your back while adding breathability and an extra-cushioned contoured seat bottom.
Features and Specifications:
Compact 44-inch Frame
16 levels of magnetic resistance
12 challenging programs
4 heart rate programs: Target, 55 percent, 75 percent, and 90 percent
5 user Profiles
Dual-color LCD screen
Quick key programming
Contact heart rate handle bars and compatibility with Polar heart rate sensors
Extra-cushioned contoured seat bottom
Quick release pedals
5-inch pedal spacing for proper hip alignment
Infinitely adjustable slide-seat-track
Built-in transportation wheels for added mobility

Maximum user weight: 300 pounds
Dimensions: 44 x 29.5 x 42 inches (LxWxH)
Weight: 108 pounds

Warranty:
5 years parts, 1 year labor, life-time frame
Light-commercial: 2 years parts, 90 days labor

About Recumbent Exercise Bikes Despite the competition from trendy new fitness inventions, exercise bikes continue to be popular options for home exercise. They offer the same aerobic benefits of riding a bicycle at any time, in any weather, without leaving the comfort and safety of home. Exercise bikes don't take up much space, require little or no balance or coordination, and can provide an effective workout for all levels of users, from beginners to serious competitors. While the same could be said for a number of other types of home fitness equipment, the exercise bike is one of the few that allows you to watch television or read a magazine while you work out.
The term recumbent literally means "lying down." Exercising in a recumbent or reclining position allows the user to have full ergonomic back support, without causing strain on the arms, neck and shoulders, all of which can be common effects of using an upright bicycle. For many people, having convenient access to quality exercise equipment is critical to sticking with a long-term exercise program.

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Weslo 360 R Recumbent Exercise Bike Review

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(More customer reviews)This bike has been great for me. It is very quiet so I can ride while my children nap. The seat is comfortable and the display unit is high enough that you can rest a book on while you ride. I get a great work out on it.

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Need a low-to-no-impact way to tone muscle, get your heart pumping, and burn calories? Turn to the Weslo 360 R recumbent exercise bike, which offers a smooth, frictionless resistance system that lets you adjust your workout intensity without interrupting your workout. Recumbent bikes are favorites of folks who don't like upright exercise bikes, as the former let you sit in a normal seat (as opposed to a bike seat) while still pumping your legs as casually or intensely as you like. More importantly, the bike offers several high-performance functions, including an RPM meter that tracks your revolutions per minute on the large LCD display--so you know when to pick up the pace or slow it down a little--and a pair of pacer programs to keep you motivated as you ride. Other display data includes workout time, distance, calories burned, pulse, and a large 7 x 10 workout matrix. The 360 R, which also includes an Easy Pulse heart rate monitor, is backed by a 90-day warranty.

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Fitdesk Exercise Desk for Healthy Computing and Gaming Review

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(More customer reviews)First of all, this is a great idea! I have been in graduate school for the last year in a program that is strictly online. Due to spending so much time on the computer, I have gained more than a few pounds. I think the Fitdesk is a great idea; now I can do my school work and be active. I have had my Fitdesk bike for just about a month, and have lost 10lbs with the help of this device.
Also, the bicycle mechanism is very quiet; one can easily workout in the same room as a sleeping spouse. However, the seat is so unbearably uncomfortable, that your spouse may be awakened as you mount and dismount the bike. I also purchased the recommended by Amazon cushioned bike seat, which is an improvement. But for those of you not used to riding a bike, it takes some time for your hind end to get accustomed to sitting for a long amount of time on any bike seat. I have added additional padding to the seat, as I am losing my own personal extra padding from my back side. You will get conditioned to it.
That being said, there are quite a few weak points of this machine. First of all, the design is pretty simple, and flimsy. The first day I had the bike random pieces of plastic fell off. After closer inspection I found that there are design flaws, like the pivot point for the two legs or stands was made a few clicks too low on the pieces of steel, making the whole machine sit too low. To fix this flaw, the manufacturers inserted a heavy piece of plastic into the fulcrum, making the device sit at the angle is was intended. However this quick fix is just that, and pretty flimsy if you ask me. The piece of plastic is held onto the steel frame with some tacky glue and a rubber band. Seriously. This is an accident waiting to happen.
The secure bands that hold your laptop inplace are once again, rubber bands! It seems that for $200 the consumer should expect more security than the same tool that holds my newspaper in a roll.
Lastly, the "desk" part of the machine is actually molded styrofoam. This just adds to my overall impression of this "great idea" being made in someone's basement. The only thing missing is the duct tape.
This product is advertised as "patent-pending". I have to believe that this idea can be executed with more stability, and aesthetic attention. There is no heart rate monitor / timer / calorie counter / odometer / speed monitor on my prodduct. That should have been a no brainer.
All in all, this is a great idea that will be improved upon in the near future, I have to believe. But you will get a workout. I always work up a sweat and raise my heartrate. In fact, I find it easier to work out on my Fitdesk bike than jogging, because I can distract myself into working out longer by using my laptop. I can easily work out for an hour on the Fitdesk bike, while I find myself counting down the minutes of my jogs.

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Imagine surfing the web, checking your email, keeping up with friends on social networks, beating the next level on your favorite game, or finishing that big deadline, all while losing weight and improving your cardiovascular health.Now you can converge health and productivity with FitDesk.This unique patent pending design provides comfortable placement of your elbows on a padded and contoured desk surface.Supports your upper body for extremely comfortable use.Like no other exercise product available you will find your self "lost" in your favorite wired era pastime while your heart rate is increased for longer, and more consistent daily exercise.Not only will your entire body benefit from this movement but you will be amazed at how much more you can get done by staying connected and organized with the increased time found.While the health and productivity are important enough we did not stop there. We used the highest quality parts and designs available to insure years of quiet, smooth and highly adjustable performance.You will find the resistance level will have plenty to "grow" into.Please try our product and see how easy it is to find time to improve your daily exercise regimen, stay organized and connected, and so much more.Our no risk policy has proven to be a real opportunity to try this newest way to find a healthy way to enjoy the wired era.

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Stamina 15-0200 InTone Folding Recumbent Bike Review

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(More customer reviews)My wife and I have been looking for an exercise bike that is comfortable for our backs and seats. Recumbents are good but the costs and space requirements have discouraged us up to now. The Stamina is economical, well made, silent, comfortable, and takes up very little room. It even folds if you want to gain even more space. I was a bit concerned about the bike because when it arrived the packaging was severely gouged (by a forklift?)but the inner packing is well designed and there was no damage. Assembly was easy and took approx. 30 minutes. There is a tool included that will fit all the screws and nuts used.
I have no way to tell how accurate the mileage, caloric, etc. readouts are but I don't find that a problem because I exercise by time and I can pace myself by the various levels indicated. It is quiet so it is easy to exercise while watching TV. We are very satisfied with this product.

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Tone your hips, thighs, and buttocks while enjoying a terrific low-impact cardiovascular workout with the InTone recumbent bike from Stamina Products. The bike, which folds into a compact footprint for easy storage and transport, puts you in a comfortable semi-reclined position as you ride, so you won't strain your back or shoulders. The sturdy steel frame, foam padded grips, and slide-resistant footpads, meanwhile, hold up to long-term use, so you can keep on refining your workouts for years to come. Perhaps most conveniently, the bike offers a multifunction LCD monitor that tracks your workout time, speed, distance, and calories burned, along with an adjustable resistance system that lets you easily increase or decrease your workout intensity. Other details include an adjustable seat that fits various user heights, a quiet motor, and a cushioned seat and seat back. The bike measures 43 to 47 inches long, 25 inches wide, and 41 to 43 inches tall.
About Recumbent Exercise Bikes Despite the competition from trendy new fitness inventions, exercise bikes continue to be popular options for home exercise. They offer the same aerobic benefits of riding a bicycle at any time, in any weather, without leaving the comfort and safety of home. Exercise bikes don't take up much space, require little or no balance or coordination, and can provide an effective workout for all levels of users, from beginners to serious competitors. While the same could be said for a number of other types of home fitness equipment, the exercise bike is one of the few that allows you to watch television or read a magazine while you work out.
The term recumbent literally means "lying down." Exercising in a recumbent or reclining position allows the user to have full ergonomic back support, without causing strain on the arms, neck and shoulders, all of which can be common effects of using an upright bicycle. For many people, having convenient access to quality exercise equipment is critical to sticking with a long-term exercise program.

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Body Champ XRB100 Magnetic X-Bike Folding Upright Exercise Bike Review

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(More customer reviews)I found the body champ to be a sturdy, practical folding bike. It has a solid, sturdy feel when you peddle, and the seat is comfortable. It came missing one small pin, but I was able to email customer service and get it sent to me in 3 weeks. The hotline was imppossible to get through, always busy. It is a little too large for sticking in closets with clothes, but does well in corners of rooms, or in ample storage closets. The resistance settings are ok for me, but someone with advanced resistance training needs might find it on the amateurish side. Overall a good value for the money and keeping me in shape.

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Enjoy all the benefits of a typical exercise bike without worrying about space with the Body Champ XRB100 X-Bike folding exercise bike. The XRB100 is equipped with a push-pull design intended to give you a total-body workout. As a result, you'll use far more of your body than with a typical stationary bike--a must if you want to tone and sculpt your upper body. More importantly for space-conscious users, the bike folds up easily after your workout, letting you tuck it away in a closet or other out-of-the-way place. Specific features include a smooth and quiet magnetic resistance system; an adjustable tension control; an electronic display console that tracks your time, speed, distance, and calories burned; an adjustable seat height; and long padded handlebars. The XRB100--which is made of sturdy steel--requires two AA batteries (included).

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Confidence Fitness Space Saving X Bike Review

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(More customer reviews)After considerable research, I decided on this bike for the following reasons:
1. Amazon reviewers rated it highly.
2. Portable and foldable... takes up a small amount of space.
3. I didn't want to spend a fortune in case this turns into a clothes rack in three months.
PROS:
1. Easily assembled... my husband and I put this together in about 30 minutes.
2. Virtually noiseless. If you live in an apartment or with other people, they'll never know you're using it.
3. Smooth pedal movement.
4. Easily reachable tension adjustment.
5. Monitor will continuously scan all the modes (time pedaling, distance travelled, MPH, calories burned) or you can fix it on one mode. Display is rather large and easy to read.
6. Easily moveable between rooms.
7. Great price for a folding bike.
CONS:
1. *HARD* seat... I'm buying a gel pad.
2. Unlighted monitor. In a dim room, it's very hard to read.
3. Someone else said they thought the seat was too high. At 5'5" in my stocking feet, I wish it was capable of dropping down a couple more inches, too.*********UPDATE**********
Here it is, March 25 2008, nearly a year later, and I'm still using the bike and loving it. I'm up to tension level 5 and there are 5 more levels to go. I don't know if I'll ever be able to actually ride at level 10, but it's something to shoot for.
The bike is still performing really well. No change in noise level, it's still whisper quiet. Monitor has had no problems, either. The gel pad definitely helps! This product is still entirely worth the money.

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Need a good exercise bike but don't have the space to store a commercial-size model? Turn to the Confidence stow-away exercise bike, which folds compactly after use for storage in a closet or corner of your home. Despite its small size, the bike still offers an efficient lower-body cardio workout, with such features as an adjustable magnetic resistance system and nonskid foot pedals. Overall, each workout on the stowaway bike burns four times as many calories as walking. In addition, the bike includes a four-function computer that tracks your riding time, speed, distance, and calories. And thanks to the high-quality frame, the bike will keep you fit for years to come. Other features include an adjustable padded seat, safety straps on the pedals, and a tool kit with all the necessary tools for home assembly. The stowaway bike measures 17.5 by 53 by 22 inches (W x H x D) when folded, 17.5 by 46 by 33 inches when unfolded, and weighs 50 pounds.

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