Exactly how high up the body does this thing go? I've read 6 pages of reviews, and a couple of people said it doesn't go as high as pictured. Thanks for a reply!
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It goes up above the navel but I would agree that it doesn't go as high as pictured (stops several inches below where a bra strap would go on me). Part of the problem might be that the model is pretty skinny but a lot of people who will be using this product would be doing so in an attempt to lose weight and would not have the same build as the model.
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My wife is 5'3 and I adjusted the handle bars and the seat to fit to her requirements. I am 6'0; however, I have a long torso with short inseam and we both enjoy the ride, except for the uphill. I can easily say that a person with a 5'8 height should be able to make proper adjustments for this bike to reach the desired results. WARNING: This bike will give you a work-out! I should have purchased the 3 or higher speed bike, with no speed adjustment the hills are painful. If you don't mind looking like "The Incredible Hulk" from the waist down...well maybe that's a little exaggerated but this bike does require some downward effort to move. My wife is 5'3 and I adjusted the handle bars and the seat to fit to her requirements. I am 6'0; however, I have a long torso with short inseam and we both enjoy the ride, except for the uphill. I can easily say that a person with a 5'8 height should be able to make proper adjustments for this bike to reach the desired results. WARNING: This bike will give you a work-out! I should have purchased the 3 or higher speed bike, with no speed adjustment the hills are painful. If you don't mind looking like "The Incredible Hulk" from the waist down...well maybe that's a little... » Read More My wife is 5'3 and I adjusted the handle bars and the seat to fit to her requirements. I am 6'0; however, I have a long torso with short inseam and we both enjoy the ride, except for the uphill. I can easily say that a person with a 5'8 height should be able to make proper adjustments for this bike to reach the desired results. WARNING: This bike will give you a work-out! I should have purchased the 3 or higher speed bike, with no speed adjustment the hills are painful. If you don't mind looking like "The Incredible Hulk" from the waist down...well maybe that's a little exaggerated but this bike does require some downward effort to move. « Show Less
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I see that BECCA already answered this. I'm fine with the height from the floor - and I'm 5'7". But, I agree, it would be nice if it were a little narrower at the tip. However, I love it and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.
1804895
It lifts up pretty high, its kinda a hard for me to say for sure, my mom is only 5'5, 115 and it works well for her. At its high point she's darn near standing up.
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The boxing bob body is adjustable. I am 6 feet even and when I adjust it upwards, the head is taller than me allowing me to practice punches going a little higher. I can even adjust it in a way where its just about level to me, and I am 6 feet even. Its adjustable downward too. I keep it higher up for training, though you can adjust it for your own height, and this one is worth it since its more realistic with the full torso. I hope that helps answer your question.
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Where mine is hanging is about 8ft high. It hangs low, 'cause I'm 5'2" and though my head doesn't touch the hanging crystals, without fully extending my arm I can touch the hanging crystals. So a taller person would hit into them. It's really a pretty piece though.
121460
Very tall, I'm 6 foot and it goes at least 6+ inches higher than me. You have to make sure to extend all arms.
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Please? Anybody? If anyone is 5 feet tall or around there and has used this machine or others (418, 431, 438) in this line, please drop a line here and tell me what you think of it? I am particularly interested in what kind of reach it takes to grip the handlebars while striding. Does it bend you forward to reach them or can you do so in relative comfort without straining your back? ANY input is greatly appreciated!!
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Mine is about 30' run and 6' rise, it worked great. I think yours is a little too long and too high. I am not sure if it going to work.
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I find it awkward to use, both sitting down and rising. It is also hard to raise up from a reclining position. It is, however, very comfortable to lay in to read. I always make sure it its near a strong surface, so I can use that to help me push up. The seat is about 18 inches from the floor, but your feet are not directly beneath you making it somewhat difficult to get out of. I hope this helps. I do like it and am glad I bought it.
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My husband was able to raise ours up somewhat with what was there on our bedframe but I know a lot of people who have suggested mounting the headboard on the wall and they do this all the time on HGTV so you might try that to get it up higher. I am pleased with mine as it is comfortable while just relaxing or reading.
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My friend who is 4' 8.5" stopped by this morning and tried my chair. She thought it was great and had no problem - in fact, she is going to put it on her gift list. She said she had no problem with it rolling away from her (although you do need to be careful about this...I think my casters are partially locked). Her legs were not at 90 degrees, they more followed the contours of the ball, but her feet were on the ground, and she was able to move the chair easily with her feet. I don't think her heels were more than just lightly touching the floor though - but she was barefoot. She was able to easily sit on the top center of the ball, and thinks it is very comfortable. She can't lean back against the backrest, but this is okay since you aren't supposed to lean against it anyway. BTW, the instructions for inflating the ball say to blow it up, then check it in a day since there will likely be some leaking, or perhaps it just stretches out, and fill it again. This is exacrtly what happened with mine, and after I filled it the second time, it has been fine. My ball might be a little soft, which might make a difference to her, but since I am big, it might be my weight. I hope this helps, and I would stress that you be careful when first using the chair to have a good understanding of how it moves, particularly when getting on and off.
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Well I am 5'10 and it fits me pretty comfortably... but I don't know about 6'7'!!! I would measure it for you but it's out at our lake cabin... I will tell you that it's very well made and sturdy. SO comfortable. But your legs will definitely be dangling off the end of it! Sorry I couldn't be of more assistance. BTW do you get tired of people asking if you play hoops?
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I am just under 6ft and it works well for me. I think I have it on the highest setting so I hope I don't grow!
678847
Looks like it's about 6 inches. You can automatically raise the front end for uphill exercise. it will go up to about one foot 3 inches at the front but you wouldn't be located at the front ... so a guestimate in the highest raised position, mid mat, you might be 8 or 9 or so inches. That said, unless you're in very very good shape, doubt you'd ever raise it that high. But the answer to your question is the step up and onto the mat is about 6 inches (frame on the side is slightly higher than the mat). Great machine...still love it! Good luck.
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Maybe a different model, mine not 6'3"...5'6" sounds like what I got. Very happy with it...better IMHO than what I expected for the price. Would buy again. Posing is a great feature...set it up on the golf cart, then on the porch...lot's of laugh's.....put on bling, wig...etc.
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It seems kind of high to me, but I'm only 5'3". I think it will be fine for you. I use it when we're sitting around the campfire and I have to reach up to place my red solo cup in the cup holder. There is also a small pocket on the handle between the two cup holders. I store my reading glasses, a lighter, and a few other small items in there. In the bottom I store all sorts of things. Both my yorkies sleep in it by the fire circle when we camp. In fact, my brother's small poodle gets in it with them. I know the manufacturer says not to put too much weight in it, but it seems very sturdy. I have really gotten my money's worth from it. I just wish I had not taken it to the beach b/c it made it rust. :( I will probably order a new one for inside. My dogs are so spoiled that they want to me next to me at all times. The stroller makes that possible outside, but the rust makes it look too bad for inside the house. It also mildewed at the beach, and I cannot get the mildew off with anything I've tried.