How is the resistance? Is this more for beginners or do the higher levels truly feel like "climbing"/hard to pedal?
1284500
I'm not much past beginner level so I keep the resistance level relatively light. It adjusts well beyond my needs.
2163498
absolutely, you can crank up the resistance to the point where you can barely move the pedal. I don't know why you would want to train that way. But you can do it.
1816749
In my opinion, it could use more resistance at the higher settings, I do break a sweat around the 15-20 minute mark, but tend to stay on the bike longer than that to try and get a good workout in, usually 25-30 minutes. Settings 1-4 to me are barely noticeable in resistance. If the resistance was an even climb throughout the adjustment range, it would of been perfect.
2090390
Yes I think so. It has 8 levels in total which I believe has enough resistance. But the problem is higher levels may damage the bike rapidly. I started at level 7, but it generates a lot noise at that level and after a couple of weeks it becomes loose. After 2 months I had to switch to level 6 because level 7 becomes too loose. Then after 1 month everything broke. If you want to use it often I don't suggest you buy it. It breaks easily.
743867
It is OK for beginners it is compact but it will get u started. Pedals need to be on a hard surface for best results
2074029
You can not tell what the resistance is. You just control by turning a knob to make it harder to pedal. It is very noisy. I am not happy with it at all.
335344
It pedals very easily when the power dies on level ground. A little less so on hilly terrain but very doable if you are in decent shape.
1418318
I road bike and found the resistance to be plenty. Eight should be plenty, it feels like going up a really steep hill.
1827744
Honestly, the only resistance on this one is from changing to a higher gear on your bike. This is a great entry level trainer for people like me but for a real workout for someone already fit, I would suggest looking elsewhere.
1286333
To each their own. If your looking to pedal to attempt to tone up while using a small space than this is the item your looking for. The tension is adjustable. And it is a noticeable adjustment at that. My bike worked so well building muscle tone I had to stop using it, Lol.. In the summer I put it on my porch or deck in front of the fan and pedal away while the kids are at play.
955467
Yes, the motorized incline is really nice. I like to adjust as am building up endurance.
1418317
It's enough for 'Me'. It really depends on where a persons fitness level is. Specifying that you like a LOT of resistance, 'you' may want more, to be on the safe side. But again, 8 is a lot of resistance on this bike.
107100
Its really good. I ride pretty often and I never make it past a 4 on The Marcy Bike. I use 2 for the warmup / cool down. I belive it gets up to 9 on the settings... maybe one day I will get higher!
714358
This bike is definitely harder to carry, but to pedal? No. If you are feeling resistance, then just drop down to a lower gear. I use mine for commuting to work (hills both ways) and it doesn't feel harder to pedal than my old bike, which was about 25 pounds lighter. The motor is a lifesaver getting up those hills!
1159022
I felt the same at first. I find that the resistance becomes less of a burden as you get into the 15th or so repetition. I now even set it at a notch above minimal; it is a tough pull at first. I usually do a half hour. I am no Chas. Atlas by the way. It is a great workout. good luck
1172952
It's not that challenging. At it's highest resistance I would say it feels like the equivalent of a 6 incline on a treadmill. This bike is more for a lighter workout.
2068460
i am loving it. but i have just started back on the whole working out, and have not been able to maintain the cardio for any length of time. but it is a good bike and it is easy to change the resistence up and down. when i am trying to get more cardio i turn the resistence down a notch so my legs dont get as tired. when i am pushing to tighten the muscles in my legs i increase the tension some. for the price this is a great bike. i have been having severe back pain, which is why i stopped using my other exercse bike, so am happy to have one with back support. hope this helps