For the price, this is a GREAT little bike. Pre COVID, I took group spin classes at studios and my local gym several times a week. I mention my spin-class past because a lot of the other reviewers mentioned how uncomfortable the seat is and how noisy the bike is, but having ridden hundreds of other bikes… this one is totally normal!
I live on the top floor of an old apartment building, and my downstairs neighbors haven't noticed the noise at all! And bike seats are always uncomfortable for your first few days spinning, then you get better.
It took me about an hour to put together- it really helps if you have an electric screwdriver and you do really have to read every bit of the directions. I've been using it 4-5 times a week for a couple of weeks now (I do the Gabrielle Guevara spin classes on youtube!) and it's holding up great. Since it only weighs 60-ish lbs, I can't throw my weight around while riding like I can on bigger bikes, and I wish the handlebars were a little bulkier. I'm pretty short, too, so I'm thinking if you're over 5'4" you might need to get a bit of a bigger bike.
Also, the included pedals do NOT allow you to clip in, so if you've got spin shoes you can't use them with this bike.
Another complaint I saw a bunch in the reviews is that the provided pedals are flimsy. The provided pedals are solid metal with plastic cages to go over your feet. Pedals in general are really, really easy to install incorrectly and strip. So make sure to READ THE DIRECTIONS and don't tighten them too, too much.
This is a great bike if you're looking for something compact and affordable to use until it's safe to return to group fitness experiences.
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