What is a really good stationary bike???

[RONJON]

I am trying to get one for my mom who has had some knee problems. The doc said no more walking for exercise and told her to use the bike...so im looking for a good one.

Can you guys give me some good stationary bikes?

Thanks so much
RONJON

 

[triathloncoach]

Stationary Bike

Have you looked at spinning bikes? They start around $500. If that's in your budget i's the best choice. I'm a former gym owner and taught spinning classes

 

[RONJON]

I will look into that bro..im really looking for some good brands..know any?

 

[coolkat]

Lifecycle.

Very popular in a lot of US health clubs.I had a recumbent Lifecycle 5500for 9 years.No problems. has different programs and the machine provides resistance and "hill"programs ect.

Cost was about $2000.00. Well made product.

 

[totalrecomp]

I have knee issues myself and have noticed that the recombent bikes agravate the hell out of them. Just something about the way they extend towards the end of the stroke.

Sorry I do not have any specific brands.

 

[RONJON]

Thanks guys..anything else?

I dont have a lot of $ to spend but I dont wanna get my mom a piece of shit either!

Basically just something she can get some exercise on thats not gonna fall apart on her lol

 

[Flex2019]

I'm a manager of a shop that sells fitness equipment...have you decided if you want to go upright or recumbent? Some people with knee issues do better with one over the other, it depends on the person. Somebody mentioned spin bikes, they aren't always the best way to go with a knee problems, due to the fact that they don't freewheel (you can't stop pedaling once started and allow the bike to "coast" like a normal bicycle for instance). This can put some added stress on the knees, especially for somebody that isn't used to it. Bodyguard and Lifecycle make some very good stationary bikes. Also look into SportsArt, they are an excellent company with a decent range of prices (I think $1100 to $2000 or so). If you are on a more limited budget, I've had pretty good success with upright and recumbent bikes from Hudson, starting at a much lower price-$600 or so, and going up to around $1300.00

 

[triathloncoach]

Spinning Bikes - Check Out ebay

You can get great deals, - some new, some used but great condition from private sellers, some refurbished.

I wouldn't worry too much about brands - spinning bikes are all solid, simple pieces of machinery. No electronics or fragile plastic pieces. Plus it's a much nicer motion than electronic bikes. I've owned many of each type. Be mindful of shipping costs - some include in price, others do not and it can be significant.

Please feel free to PM me with specific questions and/or choices.

Flex2019 brings up a good point regarding knees, but you can always pull your feet out of the straps and many spin bikes have a break.

 

[Pekkerwood]

RonJon:

Mine is a recumbant New Balance. I got it for about $800 with no problems. I don't have knee issues and find the recumbant is better for my hip for some reason.

 

[Pharm_Fed]

Does she have a regular bike? If so, you could get her something like this

http://www.amazon.com/Blackburn-Tra...e=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1246570242&sr=8-3

My mother used to have something similar and she would ride her bike on this, and could take it off if she wanted to ride outside somewhere. It's the best of both worlds and pretty affordable.

 

[Jude2]

I have the recumbant Lifefitness R1 which is great for home usage.

 

[dragonfire101]

I wouldn't get anything from a large sport store such a s DICKS etc. I tried evey bike there and nothing came close to the quality of the company below that a local retailer carried.

I like Vision fitness. You can get something good and quit for around $450-500.

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Either that or a certified used life fitness equipment you can get for under $1000