use a laptop with it? I've been looking at this with an eye towards working on my laptop while riding it, coupled with a rolling table for the keyboard. There is a "FitDesk" bike, built especially for the laptop. Just wondering if anyone is using this bike in this manner. use a laptop with it? I've been looking at this with an eye towards working on my laptop while riding it, coupled with a rolling table for the keyboard. There is a "FitDesk" bike,... » Read More use a laptop with it? I've been looking at this with an eye towards working on my laptop while riding it, coupled with a rolling table for the keyboard. There is a "FitDesk" bike, built especially for the laptop. Just wondering if anyone is using this bike in this manner. « Show Less
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After reading all of these answers I purchased this exercise bike and this moveable table on Amazon, in fact I'm using both right now! Here is the table I got MedMobile Tilt Top Hospital Overbed/Over Bed Top Table Computer Laptop TableI love the look. It's not very large. I actually took off the rollers on the bottom, use two small sandbags to secure it since it's sitting on carpet. Otherwise my feet would sometimes hit the bottom, didn't want to tip the table over with my laptop. This is working perfectly! Now I can type away on my computer AND exercise! Thank you for these ideas, so appreciate it! After reading all of these answers I purchased this exercise bike and this moveable table on Amazon, in fact I'm using both right now! Here is the table I got MedMobile Tilt Top Hospital Overbed/Over Bed Top Table Computer Laptop TableI love the look. It's not very large. I actually took off the rollers on the bottom, use two small sandbags to secure it since it's sitting on carpet. Otherwise my feet would sometimes hit the bottom, didn't want to tip the table over with my laptop. This is working perfectly! Now I can type away... » Read More After reading all of these answers I purchased this exercise bike and this moveable table on Amazon, in fact I'm using both right now! Here is the table I got MedMobile Tilt Top Hospital Overbed/Over Bed Top Table Computer Laptop TableI love the look. It's not very large. I actually took off the rollers on the bottom, use two small sandbags to secure it since it's sitting on carpet. Otherwise my feet would sometimes hit the bottom, didn't want to tip the table over with my laptop. This is working perfectly! Now I can type away on my computer AND exercise! Thank you for these ideas, so appreciate it! « Show Less
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Yes, you can! I've been using this along with a table as an exercise desk for a few weeks and I love it. While I don't do 8 hour days while pedaling, I can pedal for hours while working on my laptop, reading, etc. My kids will even use it and pedal while the play video games or watch T.V. (We have it in the family room, so people will use it.) The only drawback, the seat is a little uncomfortable.
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I just bought the same combination and so far I love it. Much more versatile than I think the Fitdesk would have been. Comfortable and quiet and just the right height. Doesn't even take much if any more room than my old desk/chair combination, and it is more portable, although I will probably leave it set up most of the time.
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Check out Drive Medical Non Tilt Top Overbed Table, available through Amazon. I recently posted photos of this with the 300SR. You could indeed use a laptop with it.
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Thanks for the feedback, I finally did buy the Exerpeutic with the rolling lifetime table and you're right, it perfect. I have it setup in front of my 40" Sony and the laptop is monitored to the big screen, and it works great.. I think I may still need a gel cushion for the seat (due to being on it almost the full 8 hour day). and yes at simple cruising speed it appears (according to the computer) I'm knocking off over 2000 calories per day. Even if the computer isn't accurate, hell , I'm happy with half of that.
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Another idea if you are like me and hate how the plastic top of those folding desks feel; I got a couple of DeWalt adjustable height sawhorses (http://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-Adjustable-Metal-Legs-Sawhorse-DWST11031/203040645) and then you can choose your top from any material and whatever length. I used a 2' x 4' melamine board and the whole thing is plenty sturdy and looks a bit better than those ugly desks. Here's my setup (http://i.imgur.com/NGaC0SH.jpg). You could stain a nice dark slab of wood for the top and it would look even better.
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Has anyone bought or used the seat back, sold separately, for the Fitdesk? Is it of any use?
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Hmmm, assuming your aim is to keep the computer on the lapdesk, this is going to depend on your chair. It would have to be deep from front to back or with the arm height for you to pull it off. The lap desk is super simple and thin and you can work in many situations. Currently I am using it in the tub (though not advisable because it's not water proof). I think it's worth getting to see what you need to do to make it work, but it alone will not be the solution, it will have to work in partnership with your chair ergonomics.I think I understand the question better now. I use it directly on my lap on my bed and fit two laptop computers on it so that's plenty of room for a mouse and keyboard. Hmmm, assuming your aim is to keep the computer on the lapdesk, this is going to depend on your chair. It would have to be deep from front to back or with the arm height for you to pull it off. The lap desk is super simple and thin and you can work in many situations. Currently I am using it in the tub (though not advisable because it's not water proof). I think it's worth getting to see what you need to do to make it work, but it alone will not be the solution, it will have to work in partnership with your chair ergonomics.I think I understand the question better now. I use it... » Read More Hmmm, assuming your aim is to keep the computer on the lapdesk, this is going to depend on your chair. It would have to be deep from front to back or with the arm height for you to pull it off. The lap desk is super simple and thin and you can work in many situations. Currently I am using it in the tub (though not advisable because it's not water proof). I think it's worth getting to see what you need to do to make it work, but it alone will not be the solution, it will have to work in partnership with your chair ergonomics.I think I understand the question better now. I use it directly on my lap on my bed and fit two laptop computers on it so that's plenty of room for a mouse and keyboard. « Show Less
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The key board can b snapped in place to be used like a laptop or to transport or any other reason you care to use it that way its up to you; Mine is attached all the time; There's are problems with the connection, It doesn't always recognize when keyboard is connected and won't. Type and at times won't type what's imputed from keyboard I don't recommend this product.
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I tried this position, but it does not work for me. I rarely take off the keyboard and prefer to use the table almost as a netbook.
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You can not use it as a laptop or table. It is best to be used on it's own stand so you can rotate and tilt it. There are total of three cables "VGA" "AC POWER" & "USB"
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It would not be comfortable. Should be used with a chair. The laptop would be better on even a kitchen table. Sorry
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I agree with the others, if you're walking fairly slowly it's not a problem once you get used to it. If I'm going over 2mph then I'm mostly streaming video, listening to Pandora... things like that which don't require typing. It also helps to get your keyboard at the right height. When it's higher it's easier to type because your hands are stabilized on the keyboard. Mine is set up with the desk itself very low so I can rest my hands in a more comfortable position when not typing, use light hand weights while walking, have easier control over my mouse, etc. My laptop is on a box to raise it up about 12 inches higher -- which works better for typing and also viewing the screen. I agree with the others, if you're walking fairly slowly it's not a problem once you get used to it. If I'm going over 2mph then I'm mostly streaming video, listening to Pandora... things like that which don't require typing. It also helps to get your keyboard at the right height. When it's higher it's easier to type because your hands are stabilized on the keyboard. Mine is set up with the desk itself very low so I can rest my hands in a more comfortable position when not typing, use light hand weights while walking, have easier control over my mouse, etc. My laptop is on a box to raise it... » Read More I agree with the others, if you're walking fairly slowly it's not a problem once you get used to it. If I'm going over 2mph then I'm mostly streaming video, listening to Pandora... things like that which don't require typing. It also helps to get your keyboard at the right height. When it's higher it's easier to type because your hands are stabilized on the keyboard. Mine is set up with the desk itself very low so I can rest my hands in a more comfortable position when not typing, use light hand weights while walking, have easier control over my mouse, etc. My laptop is on a box to raise it up about 12 inches higher -- which works better for typing and also viewing the screen. « Show Less
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I have the setting at a higher setting so you don't pedal as fast so I can burn more calories, but also because I can't pedal too fast when I'm actively working on my laptop. It does rock side to side to bit and is not made for "heavy" riding. Hope that helps.
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Yes! I was looking at the fitdesk for TWO YEARS! I was concerned about being on the computer and telephone and needed something quiet. Finally, I was able to put together my own exercise desk similar to fitdesk. What I wanted: something comfortable, quiet, roomy and able to get a good workout on without being expensive. I purchased this semi recumbent bicycle and then I purchased a folding table by lifetime (the adjustable one to 36") and it's PERFECT. LOTS more room than the fitdesk to work (and sturdier). I love how the bike and the desk collapse and fold away when needed. My combo ended up cheaper than fitdesk. Also, I felt the fitdesk was too "high up" or "verticle" - I love how the semi recumbent bike has me in a more relaxed desk-like position (and not too low to the ground like recumbent bikes). The seat is also extremely comfortable (and for the fitdesk I'm sure I'ld need to purchase a gel covering over the seat). This bicycle is super quiet and the resistance is perfect. It will give you a great workout if you want it or you can just cruise and burn calories while you work without even knowing it. Cruising speed on a recumbent bike at 4 hours a day burns 1,300 calories! Something else I thought was cool was that this bike has an odometer, so I can know exactly how far I've "traveled". One thing that might be a "con" to some people - this bike doesn't seem to fold up as small as a fit desk - but to me the difference is negligible. Also, I never checked, but it might be a little heavier than a fitdesk - but that's okay by me. It's not very heavy. I'm a small female and was able to carry the box it came in inside my house without any strain.
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What keyboard is used doesn't matter much, main consideration is distance placed from keyboard, so probably just don't want to use a keyboard with permanent wrist pad integrated. Offhand appears the TREK has a large wrist pad so I wouldn't recommend it with the rollermouse unless you want to move your hand placement a lot.
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The screen works separately from the keyboad if you want, you don't really need the keyboard at all. If you dock the screen in the keyboard, then it's like a regular laptop (in terms of screen-keyboard movement)
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I put my laptop on top of it and use it like that at home all the time. It works perfectly for me. But I don't know if it would be different if you had an actual keyboard.
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I am an avid reader and felt I spent too much time just sitting. I take my e reader prop it on the desk and read for 40 to 50 minutes at a time at a low resistance and average speed. I didn't get the FitDesk for a hard workout do I can't rate it for that. I would imagine it would be hard to concentrate on your laptop or tablet at a sustained speed or high resistance. It is pretty sturdy and I got the sheep skin cover for extra padding - the back on the X1 helps while reading. With my low impact routine, I still find myself perspiring after a 40 minute "workout". I also use it sometimes while watching TV. Hopes this helps you. I am an avid reader and felt I spent too much time just sitting. I take my e reader prop it on the desk and read for 40 to 50 minutes at a time at a low resistance and average speed. I didn't get the FitDesk for a hard workout do I can't rate it for that. I would imagine it would be hard to concentrate on your laptop or tablet at a sustained speed or high resistance. It is pretty sturdy and I got the sheep skin cover for extra padding - the back on the X1 helps while reading. With my low impact routine, I still find myself perspiring after a 40 minute "workout". I also use it... » Read More I am an avid reader and felt I spent too much time just sitting. I take my e reader prop it on the desk and read for 40 to 50 minutes at a time at a low resistance and average speed. I didn't get the FitDesk for a hard workout do I can't rate it for that. I would imagine it would be hard to concentrate on your laptop or tablet at a sustained speed or high resistance. It is pretty sturdy and I got the sheep skin cover for extra padding - the back on the X1 helps while reading. With my low impact routine, I still find myself perspiring after a 40 minute "workout". I also use it sometimes while watching TV. Hopes this helps you. « Show Less
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If you are stuck in a bed, see if you can get someone to make you what some call an "occasional table" (search: ikea copycat occasional table). My dad made me one. It's awesome and rolls easily, sits at bottom of bed unless you want it, then you just (I have a strap around it) pull it to you and you can do computer, food, writing, etc. on it. It's easy to clamp on lights, even an elevated pc/monitor holder, and more. It's really cool and relatively low cost if you know someone with basic handyman skills. It was the only way I could figure out to get my laptop right in front of me.
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On installation there is a small manual added for on screen use. There is as far as I know no definitive manual for usage of the machine. All computer related gear I have purchased over the last few years has minimal if any written information with it. Apparently they feel that there is enough help and choices in the drop down menus to make operation possible. Any unusual use you wish to put the machine to will require a call to technical assistance. Sorry, but that seems to be the way things are currently.
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I have yet to find a way to put a computer on this bike, or any spin bike really. They make bikes that already have the computers. If that's something you really want I would pay the extra and get the bike with the monitor. This bike is quite noisy too.