Register FAQ Calendar Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read

Exercise Equipment Does it work? Share your experiences with exercise equipment here.

Reply
 
Thread Tools
Old 07-09-2008, 01:26 AM   #1  
happy in her own world
Thread Starter
 
lizziep's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: oregon
Posts: 1,348

S/C/G: 260/260/130

Height: 5'2"
Question Recumbent Bike
My husband and I want a recumbent exercise bike and we've done a lot of searching online and we've gone into every sports and department store in town...

What we have noticed is that you either buy gym quality equipment for a couple grand - or you spend anywhere from $400 to $1000 and buy what seems like junk. Every single bike we tried in the stores felt chinsey and cheap - even the $1000 ones.

Anybody have any luck with a mid-range recumbent bike?

We're almost convinced to throw down the money for a professional one... but I just have a hard time parting with $2200 dollars.

Thanks!
lizziep is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-09-2008, 07:57 PM   #2  
ddc
getting back to 140
 
ddc's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 1,158

S/C/G: 155/154.2/140

Height: 5'7"
Default
I know this is quite a step down from a bike, but what about one of those pedal-type exercisers where you sit in your own chair, sofa, etc. ?
Might be just as good as the cheapy recumbants ?????
http://www.footsmart.com/P-Deluxe-Exerciser-30148.aspx#

It would definately have a softer seat
ddc is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-10-2008, 09:09 AM   #3  
Senior Member
 
MindiV's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: North Texas
Posts: 2,216

S/C/G: 220 (2007) 159 (now)/159/140

Height: 5 feet, 8.5 inches tall
Default
I got lucky and found a Nordic Track recumbent bike at a garage sale for $150. It's worked great so far!! You'll find a LOT of exercise equipment at garage sales, since people who aren't as dedicated as WE all are buy it, then don't use it.
MindiV is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-10-2008, 12:42 PM   #4  
happy in her own world
Thread Starter
 
lizziep's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: oregon
Posts: 1,348

S/C/G: 260/260/130

Height: 5'2"
Default
ooh good idea. I've been trolling craigslist and the local papers with no luck. maybe i can talk hubby into a garage saleing day.

I've looked at those little foot pedal things and wondered if they did anything at all. At least the price is right!
lizziep is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-15-2008, 02:48 PM   #5  
Junior Member
 
pmhlb's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Ottawa, Canada
Posts: 9

Height: 5'2"
Default
I am looking to buy a recumbent exercise bike, but am having trouble finding one. I am 5'2", and my legs are proportionately SHORT for my height. Yikes! Anyone have luck with a particular brand/type that works for shorties?
pmhlb is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-19-2008, 06:04 AM   #6  
Junior Member
 
pmhlb's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Ottawa, Canada
Posts: 9

Height: 5'2"
Default
UPDATE: Have found that the low-end (least expensive of the series) SCHWINN bikes are a good fit!
Last edited by pmhlb; 11-19-2008 at 06:05 AM.
pmhlb is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 12-26-2008, 12:27 AM   #7  
Member
 
cathyw's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
Posts: 53

Default I got one!!
My hubby and kids got me a recumbent bike for Christmas (and yes, this is what I asked for)
He got me a Nordic Track, and it looks great. The only thing I'm worried about is putting it together
Anyone ever put one together?
Thanks
Cathy
cathyw is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-23-2009, 08:27 PM   #8  
happy in her own world
Thread Starter
 
lizziep's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: oregon
Posts: 1,348

S/C/G: 260/260/130

Height: 5'2"
Default
Just wanted to update that we got a True fitness PS900 - we put down the money for the good one. I am so glad that we did. We found a floor model and got a bit off the price for it.
We love it!!
lizziep is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-31-2009, 05:14 PM   #9  
Junior Member
 
Azbstsgrl's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Erie, Pa
Posts: 17

S/C/G: 220/208/165

Height: 5'4"
Default
actually I just bought the Marcy recumbent for just under $200... it works great, def not gym quality but it has an adjustable seat which is good because I'm only 5'4" and doubles as both cardio and resistance training if you pedal on one of the higher settings.... i love it
Azbstsgrl is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply


« Previous Thread | Next Thread »
Thread Tools

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 06:57 PM.

Terms of Use • Privacy • Advertise • Contact Us • 3FC Home • Mod • Archive • Privacy Statement • • Top • - Manage Preferences - Your Privacy Choices

We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.