Would this bike be capable of handling one-minute all-out sprint intervals (for an average 50 year old woman)?
1697534
Yes, on the lowest resistance setting, you should be able to sprint all out in one minute intervals. However, I do not recommend standing on the pedals, as this bike is really not designed for spinning and I don't think the frame can handle this kind of stress.
1697535
Depending on your definition of "all-out sprint" I'd have to give it a definite maybe. I find it quite adequate for steady pace mild cardio workout, but possibly too light for all-out sprint; the pedals and toeclips, while fine for what I'm doing, might not be up to it for the long term.
1697536
YUP! It should do that for you with the proper speed setting. It's a great little exercise bike! It's quiet (love that part) and takes up very little floor space!
1182194
I would say Yes. I weigh the same as you and have run a 1.33 half (which is about 7.15). I train at times daily on mine and once ran 52 miles on it in 3 days. I've not seen any sign of it not being able to keep up.
1726566
Like any bike, you'll get used to the seat, I've had no problems riding mine for 30-60 minutes at a time and I weight over 300.. If that's not a solution for you, look up some gel seats.
907195
I believe so. This bike is great. I bought for my grandson one and a half years ago. He was only two then and took it home and uses it constantly still. He has excellent body skills and this bike reinforces balance and strength...inside the house and outside.
355963
It's fine for an average adult, only consideration is it's size- anyone over 130 pounds or 5'8" might get a better ride with the larger one- 60". (I use the 60" and my daughter the 45")
2256548
Sure. The bike is really sturdy. I would recommend raising the height in the seat to accomodate your longer legs (I am 5'7, so you will definately need the extra height) and to be honest, I took off the water bottle holder after I nailed my knee into it one too many times getting on and off...but I love this bike and use it constantly...also it doesn't take up as much room as my treadmill does. You will probably love the resistance settings too. Good luck!
70780
It's a bike for an adult. The ride is comfortable, once you install a superior quality crankshaft and bottom bracket. Any basic/ entry level Shimano or SRAM parts should do fine. Don't break the bank by purchasing overly expensive components. I got some good deals and upgraded with very good SRAM components parts.
90863
I typically ride a 62, but this bike maxed at 58 if I remember. Riding a smallerish frame has worked out just fine so far. However given the option if rather ride a bike a little bigger for me than small.
323674
This is a fine bike for short people. It is one of the best exercise bikes I have ever ridden. I am 5"1'--and a friend of mine who is a bit shorter recently bought this model and tells me it works for her too.
1645716
I am the same height, weigh slightly more, and fit the "long leg" descriptor. The bike does fit my legs. At the highest seat setting, it is just a tad too high, so I use it at the next lower setting. I am not a cyclist, but do jog and play occasional sports and work out and such, and find that the resistance cranks up more than enough for anything I'm trying to do. There is no question that the bike is sturdy enough for someone his size and weight. *edit* I bought this bike Sept-ish 2012 and have used it regularly since.
44366
Definitely. If you are riding for fitness the singlespeed will give you a workout. As I am new to riding I can say that this is the first bicycle I havebeen on that has actually made riding comfortable and fun.
540040
Hi Bat Babe, You've probably already purchased a bike, and if you have, I hope it was the Schwinn 220. I bought one last August for a 74-year-old Auntie who had just had a knee replacement. It's now almost a year later, she's running around like she's 16, and she swears it's because of her 220. She rides it every day. Oh, almost forgot, she's 4' 9". She has to adjust the seat all the way forward and use a pillow, but says her 220 is still wonderfully comfortable and works perfectly. Good luck! Grant Ritchie
1338839
I purchased the bike in April 2014 for my husband who has Parkinson's Disease. Sinceh he uses it only for 10 minutes twice a day, I do not know whether it will last for a tough workout.
470717
Depends on how long you plan on using it. My weight is 128 lb, and I have been using the bike 2-3 times a week for just over 8 months. I pedal standing up as part of my routine. Everything worked fine until about a month ago. First a pedal broke -- the plastic cracked on both sides where the strap is attached to the pedal. Then the tension control, after getting tougher and tougher to tighten for a while, finally stopped working altogether.This is probably too much info. The point is it's a fine bike but it ages really fast.
47346
I would say around 35. There is little power off the line but it will gain speed. My 8 year old grand son has not gone that fast yet but I am sure he will. It is a very good beginner bike.
2274682
I am not a child, but I do have the bicycle.. I am 5 ft 1 in and unable to ride an adult bike because my legs are very short due to rickets as a child. My balance is also not that good. My husband has my seat adjusted and replaced the original seat with one that was wider for more balance and comfort. Make sure you have the right air in the tires..it makes it much easier to pedal. She would have to be able to pull the brakes that are on the handle bar, but it has no gears and rides very smooth. I wish we lived close by so she could try mine. I think maybe she could master this bike. It has been a joy to me since I also cannot master a two wheeler. Good luck and God Bless..
615152
like the bike a lot, should be OK for you, but I agree will not get you up a hill...you need more power...