Hello, first off, I'd like to let you all know that I feel like a moron for having to ask this, but it's been more than 10 years since I've ridden a bike, so here goes nothing... Does "fixed" mean that the pedals continuously spin when in motion? Ok,...
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Does "fixed" mean that the pedals continuously spin when in motion? Yes, however this bike offers a flip flop hub which can switch to a single speed which will allow free wheel motion. These hubs are very popular on single speed and fixed bikes.
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Nope - it is ratcheting when you rotate backwards, but the wheel wouldn't rotate backward. Only forward ride.
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It is normal to have a little increased resistance compared to a normal wheel. You should still be able to ride it, but it will feel very slow. If the wheel doesn't turn at all, then it is either defective or installed wrong.
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We just recently purchased one and it also ticked. I took it apart and put the wheel on the opposite way. Even though the sticker clearly said the other opposite. It doesn't click, but the pedals won't stop moving. If it's not one thing, it's another.
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You can pedal backwards, but not at a set level of intensity. If you pedal backwards, it's as if you are using the bike without it being powered on.
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I am having this same issue. I just put the bike together (I believe correctly), but when I try to cycle the pedals they have so much resistance I cannot move them. Did you ever figure out how to fix this?
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No, you have to purchase new pedals if you want to use cycle shoes. I installed them easily and really like using the cycle shoes. I think you get a better workout. Just remember the threads may be reversed.
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I have 3 pair of the look carbon Ti pedals on 3 different bikes. The newest pedals don't spin at all, the two older pedals spin pretty easy.
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I totally agree. I've had the bike, mostly unused, for almost 2 months because of the same. I took the side panel off today and at first, I loosened the tensioner with little improvement. I then removed the belt entirely. It lets the pedals spin freely but that totally takes away any adjustability. I will continue to tinker and see what I can discover. I got the bike to help rehab my knee (with the intention of my mom also being able to use it with her bum knee) and neither of us can spend more than 5-10 minutes without huffing and puffing. Hardly the get-into-biking kind of bike I'd hoped for. I totally agree. I've had the bike, mostly unused, for almost 2 months because of the same. I took the side panel off today and at first, I loosened the tensioner with little improvement. I then removed the belt entirely. It lets the pedals spin freely but that totally takes away any adjustability. I will continue to tinker and see what I can discover. I got the bike to help rehab my knee (with the intention of my mom also being able to use it with her bum knee) and neither of us can spend more than 5-10 minutes without huffing and puffing. Hardly the get-into-biking kind of bike I'd hoped... » Read More I totally agree. I've had the bike, mostly unused, for almost 2 months because of the same. I took the side panel off today and at first, I loosened the tensioner with little improvement. I then removed the belt entirely. It lets the pedals spin freely but that totally takes away any adjustability. I will continue to tinker and see what I can discover. I got the bike to help rehab my knee (with the intention of my mom also being able to use it with her bum knee) and neither of us can spend more than 5-10 minutes without huffing and puffing. Hardly the get-into-biking kind of bike I'd hoped for. « Show Less
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Being a happy owner of this exercycle your question is a very good one. I just looked at my bike and it appears that it has exactly the type of pedals that are replaceable. They are threaded into the crank levers just like a bicycle.
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Yes! You can pedal backwards and it's as smooth and quiet as it is when you pedal frontwards. I would not hesitate to get this stationary bike again. The price is great and so is the quality.
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did not experience this problem with this bike. Good bike, well worth the price. It is worth taking to a bike shop and have them put everything in good working order. Shop tuned up brakes, gears and tightened wheel spokes.
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Nothing. The first bike I purchased had fully assembled, except for one pedal that would not screw in at all. It was a major pain to dissemble the bike completely and "try" to get it back into the carton so UPS could pick it up. The second bike assembled with no issues. About 9 months later I started having the same issue with the pedals coming off. I finally had enough and ended up giving the bike to a local charity since I rarely used it anymore. I suppose you could try super gluing the threads on the pedals or on the crank arm when re-attaching. Of course if you ever want to change out the pedals it may not be possible. Now that I think about it, I even had the same problems when I used a set of clipless pedals with the bike. So this leads me to believe there is an issue with the the treads on the crank arm.
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I didn't realize you couldn't put more resistance on it than cycle at it's own pace. But, hey it's movement, and I know I'll be using it more than the one which requires you to cycle it. It just would have been nice to have the option, when you felt a little more energetic. Ha But I just got my machine today and I need to post a question, may not be the right place, but does anyone have one that stops moving periodically. Just wondering if this one has a short, or it just does that.
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Just leave it at the lowest level of resistance... It's the same as pedaling backwards on a bike... Virtually a free spin with no resistance.
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If you want to be able to pedal backwards freeky. Simple flip the rear wheel. It's a flip hub which means one side is fixed and the other is single speed. Stay coastin.
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Pedals are adjustable to three settings. It's definitely rugged (AKA long life), but also a bit "old fashioned" in the sense that the pedal mechanism can be a good workout. I'd say it's a bit like having a car WITHOUT power steering. This is much more work that a big wheel or a tricycle. Still, my nephew uses it all the time.