Questions tagged [stationary-bike]
A stationary (fixed bike) used as for exercise rather then transportation.
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Anyone heard of the ZCycle ZBike? How would it (or any stationary bike) compare to a Kickr Core setup? [closed]
I've been looking for some time to get an at-home training set-up (I ride about 175km a week, 3500m ascent, but need something for when I don't want to/can't go out), and had finally settled on an ...
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How many full pedal rotations per kilometer on a stationary bike?
I have an older stationary bike with a weighted wheel and I'm trying to calibrate distances based on pedal rotations when operating it. Is there a 'standard' number of full pedal rotations per unit ...
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Are X-shaped stationary bikes any good?
It's winter here and there's lots of snow which makes the streets narrow, and all the sidewalks are super slippery, and actual cycling is all but off the table. Me and my wife miss it. :)
So we're ...
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How to use Zwift workouts with stationary bike
What’s the best way to use Zwift with a stationary bike? I have a Bowflex C6, which reports power and RPM over Bluetooth. However this doesn’t seem to work well because zwift can’t control the ...
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Lefthand crank arm for spinbike BH SB 1.8
i am trying to buy a new crank arm however there are 2 different type, a rhombic hole or square. After looking at the picture on Amazon, they look both the same. any help would be welcome.
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Online spin classes with a smart trainer
I have a smarttrainer that I use primarily with Trainerroad and Zwift.
My wife is interested in Peloton style classes. We're considering getting a Peloton, but considering we already have the gear (...
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Can an odometer (magnet) be attached to an exercise bicycle crank arm (not the pedal)?
Just received from Amazon, assembled, and successfully used the following:
Folding Exercise Bike with 10-Level Adjustable Magnetic Resistance | Upright and Recumbent Foldable Stationary Bike is the ...
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Why would I choose a bike trainer over a stationary bike?
I was planning to buy a stationary bike to use it at home during the pandemic, but I thought it might be better to buy a bike with a trainer at home.
Do you think it is a good idea? I don't know about ...
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Replacing non-standard pedals on an exercise bike
I'd like to replace the pedals on my "Pro Fitness" recumbent exercise bike, and use clipless pedals instead (MTB or SPD). I tried to replace them, but found the diameter on the crank hole is ...
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How do I fix a left crank that has come off of my Pro Form 4.0 RT Stationary Bike? [duplicate]
The left crank has come off of my Pro Form 4.0 RT Stationary Bike. It is about 8-10 years old although up until this year, I would estimate I put only 200-300 km in total on it. This year I have put ...
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What power adapter to use for the Cybex 700 stationary bike?
An old Cybex 700 stationary bike stopped being useful as the control panel doesn't turn on.
There is a power socket but I don't know what power adapter to use: the user manual doesn't say, nothing I ...
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Schwinn Johnny Pro Stationary Loud Noise Near Sprocket
I have an older Johnny Pro. All of a sudden it began making a loud noise, like a bang, from the area near the sprocket. this occurs approximately every 1.5-2 revolutions of the pedals.
I have ...
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3 bolt exercise bike saddle adapter in the UK
The saddle currently fitted to my exercise bike is attached to a fixed plate with 3 bolts on it, I can't find any adapters to fit more traditional saddles (rails/posts) that are available in the UK. ...
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Loose crank exercise bike
I have an older Multisports EnduroCycle 550. The crank seems to be loose - the pedals wobble a bit side to side. How can I tighten that back up or do I need new parts?
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How to add resistance to my bike trainer?
I use a crossbike (http://www.konaworld.com/jake_the_snake.cfm) on a bike trainer (https://www.amazon.com/Kinetic-Road-Machine-Fluid-Trainer/dp/B01KHE5B4S) and have the chain on the largest front ring ...
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Cybex Recumbent exercise bike clicks on left side of wheel/pedal
I just got a used Cybex recumbent bike. For the first 3 weeks it worked perfect. Then out of the blue the left pedal started clicking as I bring my foot around and up. It starts after using it for a ...
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Pedal on exercise bike fell off, not going back on
My pedal came off my exercise bike/cross trainer. I have tried putting it back on, but the big screw will only go in so far. It is turning twice then getting stuck. Can anyone tell me what I need to ...
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Stationary bike calories
Could somebody give me an idea of how to figure out the number of calories I'm burning on a stationary bike?
The bike I'm using is a cheap Pro Fitness magnetic bike from Argos (http://www.argos.co.uk/...
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Good beginner workouts on stationary bike
After many years of programming, I have found that I can no longer avoid the fact that I spend most of my day sitting, which is absolutely horrible for my health. I started swimming a few months ago ...
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What type of bike has the most similar feel to a stationary bike? [closed]
At the moment I cycle half an hour every evening, on a crappy indoor stationary bike.
BUT I'm pretty good, get some good speeds and distances etc.
I want to start cycling outside again, I want a bike ...
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Stationary bike "clicks" when pedaling - crank axle is moving sideways. How can I fix this?
I've got this stationary bike, a York C202, which has developed a problem - namely it "clicks" when pedaling. This is highly annoying, as there's nothing I seem to be able to do about it.
I diagnosed ...
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of a cycling desk?
I just came across an article about a cycling desk (never knew that such a thing existed). This past year, I gave up a traditional desk for a standing desk and have been pretty happy with the results, ...
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Getting a cycling saddle that fits
I'm thinking of getting a new seat on my exercise bike
How can I ensure that the seat will fit?
Are there different types of fitting? How many types?
My one the bike seat involves 2 hexagonal bolts ...
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What is this simulator like device called?
The following link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I13wJyUZL_4 has a man limp to a bike (a Pinarello) leaning against a wall, climb on to it and ride the bike for a good minute to a minute and a half, ...
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