Can you get a serious/intense workout on this bike?
628177
Not a spinning-style workout since you can't stand up. But the tension adjusts so if you pedal hard at high tension, you can get your heart rate up. You're just stuck sitting the entire time.
628178
I've found the best use for it to maintain a 65-75% of my maximum heart rate for a very steady clip (so far I've gone 3.5 hours in one shot at the longest) It's a smooth speed and allows me to work properly. I'm not sure how intense you'd like to get while working, but if you want to push it will take it. The resistance just might not be high enough for your level of intensity depending on your strength. But it's certainly durable and capable enough as a machine.
628179
No. It is good for a short while. I used it for a few weeks and started having terrible knee pain. I haven't used it much since. :(
628180
It would depend on your current level of activity. It is not like something you do for spinning. I am fairly active, not as active as I'd like because of my business, I sit alot, so it helps to keep me more active than I would be just sitting in the chair at the computer. I can be out of breath by turning up the resistance. I like it more for long periods of time building up the mileage/calorie burn. So, my answer is: it is an individual thing based on your expectation of a workout, but you will likely not have a puddle of sweat underneath of it after an hour or so.
628181
Yes... I do marathon sprint work on mine. Have done 56.39 miles in an hour. Sturdy bike with minimal friction wheel housing.
628182
yes you can...I ride it at a 6 level for computer work and on the phone...mine has 2 more levels, 7 and 8, which are would I would call a 'serious' workout level...all things relative, but I would put the 8 level @ 20 MPH + solo riding on a road bike
628183
If you mean will you sweat while pedalling, the answer is Yes...either from duration or intensity (control on tension goes from 1-10) depending on how hard you want to work and for how long. That being said, my bike is set low because I'm either on the phone or on my lap-top and I'm sweating after 10-20 minutes...The best feature is just that: multi-tasking and feeling good about doing the one thing while wither working or playing on the other.
1970028
This bike is flip flop. Have 2 cogs if you choose free wheel or fixie. Is very easy to do :) yes you can do it
1581666
Yes, you can. Please consider that you must adjust te back hub into the wheel surface so it is tight enough... If you feel you are rolling -too soft- then you must adjust (sorry if the terms are not totally accurate, I am not an expert in mechanical-sports English; but I hope you get the idea). It's an easy to install and use item for the kind of bike you will use it for.
882917
It has given me an excellent workout. So far I've only used it on the lower resistance levels (1-3). After the first few days, every muscle in my legs got sore. The resistance goes up to 8, and I aspire to one day being fit enough to do most my workout at this level. You also 'get out of it what you put into it.' If you peddle faster, at higher resistance levels, you'll definitely get a good work out. Mine is very stable , but I only use it on carpet or a rug. However, I'm only 5'5" and 135 pounds, and ride for about a half hour everyday. If one weighed 200 lbs. or over, and wanted to ride much more than that, I'd invest in a heavier, more expensive bike.
1769829
Partially. You have to put the front wheel, handlebars, saddle, and pedals on.However, you should also be prepared to adjust the brakes and derailleur gears. There are videos on how to do this.
1333828
I (Eleanor's husband) ride with my special needs son. Between the two of us we have a little over 300 lb. on the bike. The brakes are similar to a standard one person bike so no it will not stop as quick because of the weight. A matter of physics. I have my brakes adjusted close so I can give a very hard squeeze if necessary. I can keep the bike under control going down hill although I do want to upgrade to better brakes because braking is more work than I like. Also added rim tape before using.
1113116
The Airdyne does give an excellent workout! You are able to go as hard as you are able and it does get more difficult the faster you go. It gives an excellent upper body workout when you don't use the peddles. I use it daily along with the treadmill. 30 minutes on the treadmill and 25 minutes on the bike. ( 10 minutes upper body only and 15 minutes combined upper and lower bady.
951073
Yes. Not as good of a workout. I started with just a slight up/down motion and increased gradually til I got to max.
80289
Currently running at 123kg/273lbs (myself included) on my Kona Kikapu (it has a rear motor, battery pack.etc so it is a bit heavier than your average bike) , pumped to 50psi. Run a downhill tube in the rear too, have no issues riding almost everyday.
1623814
I do believe so, if you raise the seat and your handle bars, you should be able to ride the bike. It's a great bike to have, I'm always getting compliments on mine.
755347
Sorry, I have not tried that. Although, even with one bike on the rack, it is pretty heavy.
92644
Not that I know of. I am 200 lbs and it shows no sign of stress. I have a friend that uses one and he is pushing 225, and same for him. If you are concerned about weight, I would focus more on the bike itself.
517963
I pulled kids with this bike, but my biggest problem was that the bike is designed to be a casual cruising bike and if you are doing hills it is hard to pedal pulling the extra weight. You are not sitting at an angle that gives you the most power for pedaling, so it can be a strain on you. I never had any problems with the brakes, but I don't think I ever had to brake hard.
1849316
It can, but very awkward. It is waste of time with this bike I am sorry that I bought it because the seat is so hard and pain your buttock. I hope this was helpful. unable to exercise long. Only for 10 minutes.
1107974
Probably not the best bike for reading. You need to be holding onto the grips when riding. This will give you the best workout.
225810
The bike has magnets to set various resistance levels.Basically you can set the resistance on the bike to pedal with less or more resistance to strengthen you muscles.
1418317
It's enough for 'Me'. It really depends on where a persons fitness level is. Specifying that you like a LOT of resistance, 'you' may want more, to be on the safe side. But again, 8 is a lot of resistance on this bike.