Hello, first off, I'd like to let you all know that I feel like a moron for having to ask this, but it's been more than 10 years since I've ridden a bike, so here goes nothing...Does "fixed" mean that the pedals continuously spin when in motion? Ok, please stop laughing at me and just answer the question already!!!! ;-) Hello, first off, I'd like to let you all know that I feel like a moron for having to ask this, but it's been more than 10 years since I've ridden a bike, so here goes nothing... » Read More Hello, first off, I'd like to let you all know that I feel like a moron for having to ask this, but it's been more than 10 years since I've ridden a bike, so here goes nothing...Does "fixed" mean that the pedals continuously spin when in motion? Ok, please stop laughing at me and just answer the question already!!!! ;-) « Show Less
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This bike actually has both options on the rear wheel. It is set up for single speed, which means the peddles don't move when you stop peddling. If you want fixed gear just turn the wheel around
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Yes, a fixed speed bike is like a track bike. If you pedal backwards the bike would go backwards. If the bike is moving the pedals always move.But, most fixed speed bikes I have used, have a rear wheel that you can with a free wheel on the opposite side. So, if you switch it to free wheel setting, it rides like a normal bike where you can roll without having to pedal all the time.Thanks
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No, it just mean that you don't change gears. It is not a 10 speed, it is one speed.
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Does "fixed" mean that the pedals continuously spin when in motion? Yes, however this bike offers a flip flop hub which can switch to a single speed which will allow free wheel motion. These hubs are very popular on single speed and fixed bikes.
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They pedal back like a coaster break, very easily actually. Keep that in mind however when you are pushing them with the handle, we've had a couple gut checks because of the break! I also saw your comment about not getting a response from the manufacturer, we were having an issue with the pedals engaging and they responded within 24 hours. It's a great bike, well worth the investment.
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Just finished putting the bike together and am having the same problem. The seat is ridiculously loose, it rotates around and flexes up and down as I'm riding. It almost seems like it's intentionally built this way. Have either of you been able to fix this problem since you posted? Or are you just dealing with it? Thanks
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Hi Dorthi,My 96 year old Auntie uses the pedaler without it being even plugged in because she pedals too fast for the motor! However, I believe if you tape your shoes to the pedals so they will stay engaged with the pedals that you CAN use the pedaler without having to exert your own muscles to pedal. The Automatic pedaler should continue to circle without having to use muscle power. I am going to her home this morning, and I will try that myself and let you know for certain if that works or not. I will get back to you before noon this morning. I think it is a great asset to her exercising. Thank you for your question. Sincerely, Erile Casey, Scottsdale, AZ Hi Dorthi,My 96 year old Auntie uses the pedaler without it being even plugged in because she pedals too fast for the motor! However, I believe if you tape your shoes to the pedals so they will stay engaged with the pedals that you CAN use the pedaler without having to exert your own muscles to pedal. The Automatic pedaler should continue to circle without having to use muscle power. I am going to her home this morning, and I will try that myself and let you know for certain if that works or not. I will get back to you before noon this morning. I think it is a great asset to her... » Read More Hi Dorthi,My 96 year old Auntie uses the pedaler without it being even plugged in because she pedals too fast for the motor! However, I believe if you tape your shoes to the pedals so they will stay engaged with the pedals that you CAN use the pedaler without having to exert your own muscles to pedal. The Automatic pedaler should continue to circle without having to use muscle power. I am going to her home this morning, and I will try that myself and let you know for certain if that works or not. I will get back to you before noon this morning. I think it is a great asset to her exercising. Thank you for your question. Sincerely, Erile Casey, Scottsdale, AZ « Show Less
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It's still a free wheeled system. Fixie is a bad name for it. It should just say single speed. All it does is provide spacers and a lock ring for a cassette, along with a cog. So in short, no, not fixed.
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No the resistance and monitor do not work when pedaling backwards. You can still pedal backwards but with no resistance possible.
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I don't normally pedal fast. I concentrate on long rides at a moderate pace and I increase the resistance. I'm VERY comfortable on it and I have never felt insecure on it. Hope that helps.
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The flywheel stops with the pedals, it spins with your pedaling of the bike.and stops when you do speed depends on your turning of adjustment of the intensity.
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It has a flip flop hub meaning on one side it's continous pedaling (fixed fear) or you can flip the rear wheel over and it's free wheel (non-continous, cruise)
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If you want to be able to pedal backwards freeky. Simple flip the rear wheel. It's a flip hub which means one side is fixed and the other is single speed. Stay coastin.
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We have a multi geared bike so I am not sure. I will say that it only spins when we pedal.
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It doesn't sound normal but my son is a big 2 year old so he has to push & push to first get started but once he's rolling he's good. At first I put him on a slight downhill till he got the concept of how the pedals work. Hope this Helps. Thanks
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I have no idea why it happened, I've had mine more than a year now, and didn't notice anything. Does your bike still work, or is just making sounds?Check the belt, maybe it came off or is loose. If it doesn't sound like a loose belt that you can fix on your own, - contact the seller. If anything, - you still have time to return it back, and the bike comes with 1 year warranty (if I'm not mistaken).
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Just leave it at the lowest level of resistance... It's the same as pedaling backwards on a bike... Virtually a free spin with no resistance.
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And little kids pedal backwards, too. Fisher Price, we would think you'd know a thing or two about little kids. It's within the developmental norms of the recommended ages to pedal backwards, either as an experiment or because they're figuring it out. It amazes me when the problem is so rampant and the manufacturer takes NO responsibility for its default in the design of the Smart Cycle.
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Shortly after a wheel stops spinning only clock is shown on the screen. Then (in a day or so) the device goes to full sleep mode (clock disappears ) and went to active status as soon as wheel starts spinning/you starts riding
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It will not engage a brake of any kind, but it will slow you down a little. The fixed gear is controlled exactly the same way, forwards and backwards. So theoretically, you could stop just by using your pedals. I tried using the fixed gear and it was not for me. After a few days, I switched it back to the freewheel.