Exercise Bike

Having less and less time to go to the gym has left many people wondering how they can work on their fitness at home. The answer to many has been to purchase an exercise bike. While there is two basic types available, those two types come in a multitude of prices and with a dizzying array of options. One of the more popular brands are the Stamina bikes. Stamina produces all types of fitness equipment, including both upright and recumbent cycles. Some factors you may want to consider when purchasing fitness bikes are price, assembly, durability and customer support. This article will examine these 4 factors as they apply to Stamina recumbent bikes.

Recumbent Prices

Prices for recumbent cycles run from $100 all the way to $2500 and beyond. Stamina recumbent bikes tend to be on the lower end of the spectrum. Ranging in price from $159 for the stripped-down model to $899 for the "elite" model with arm pedals to give you a total body workout. The mid priced ($599) model doubles as a rowing machine. Stamina recumbent bikes are available at many "big-box" retailers such as Wal-Mart.

Can You Do It Yourself?

Does the phrase "assembly required" send chills up your spine? Unfortunately, all fitness bikes require assembly, Stamina bikes included. Time required for assembly varies from between 15 minutes to 1 hour or more depending on the bells and whistles included. If any special tools are needed, they are included in the parts kit. Be sure to check the parts kit when you get it to make sure everything that should be there is there. Stamina recumbent bikes are fairly straight forward assembly wise, but if you really have trouble figuring out which end of a screwdriver to use, you may want to enlist the help of a family member or handyman.

Good Bike For A Great Price

For the price, Stamina bikes are durable and hold up well to daily use. They are not fitness club quality, and as such they cannot be expected to hold up to the type of use fitness club recumbent cycles receive - many users during one day, continuous use, etc. In view of this point, you may want to check into purchasing an extended warranty. Most retailers offer them on major purchases.

From all the reviews and forums on line, the purchasers of Stamina bikes seem to be very satisfied with their decision. Problems with broken or missing parts, broken drive belts, and sticking pedals have all been handled to the customer's satisfaction. In addition, Stamina's web site has helpful information regarding fitness and overall health and well being.

Recumbent exercise bikes are a great way to get a complete workout without the high impact that many other forms of exercise subject your body to. For the price, Stamina recumbent bikes are a great value, hold up well, and the company stands behind its products. You could spend considerably more on fitness bikes, but if you want one that just gives you a good all around experience, Stamina is a great choice.

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