Zike Sabre Hybrid Bike - is it for Adults also? Is a good workout for an adult or is it just built for younger kids?
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The Zike website says: Are there adult models? Currently all Zike models are designed for children, however the Saber has a weight limit of 200 lbs (91 kg) and is large enough to support adults 200 pounds or lower. A full line of Zikes for adults will be available in the future; follow us at facebook.com/getziked and twitter.com/getziked for updates. http://zike.net/qa.html
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This bike is only stopped by the hand brakes. It is an easy bike to ride, according to my 6 yo son. He adjusts to the brakes from a coaster brake on his earlier bikes very quickly. Since it does have speed gears, the bike can not use the hub to control stopping. This is a great bike and came mostly assembled. Completion took only about 15 minutes. The brakes do have to be mounted slightly high, but does not impact the operation at all.
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It's a small little bike designed for a toddler. That being said, my 7 and 9 yr olds ride around on it and have just as much fun! (My kids are on the smaller side) You might get it and think it's much too small but find that it can just as easily be played with. Hope that helps!
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Bought it for my son (9) and daughter (13) it is a perfect bike for someone just learning to ride. I would recommend to anyone interested in purchasing a bike. Its easy to put together, the only assembly required was installing handlebars and adding gas and oil which does not have to be mixed.
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Yea an adult can use it. We don't like it though. You can only pedal on flat surfaces or down downhill. Very awkward. I have never tried to fold it.
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I wouldn't advise it to a child beginner. I would think that it would be too much to concentrate every time you go from standing still to pedaling. The simpler, the better.
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My husband and I both have hybrid bikes. Mine was $600 but I don't know if you'd consider it higher end or not. It works just fine on both our bikes. In fact, we alternate on trips so that neither of us gets too tired.
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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
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I took my Zike to a local bike shop which happened to be a recumbent shop and the owner was able to order it and install it for me if you know how to install or what you are buying you could probably get it at Amazon but if you want to get it locally just go to a bike shop and they if they are a good shop they would be willing to order it and install if you like it doesn't take very long to install it if they know what they're doing. I'm not mechanically inclined so I took it to the shop take less time for a knowledgeable person to do it right.
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I bought one for my 3 year old niece after seeing a boy riding around the sidewalks at my condo complex. My brother in law put training wheels on it which defeats the purpose of a balance bike. I don't think she rides it too often but they live on a step driveway. When I was purchasing I heard about the same maker creating one with wheels you can eventually put on. I liked that a lot buy couldn't find online in stock. I do think a boy would like this and after initially being against the idea of a bike without peddles, I do think it teaches them how to catch themselves when they are about to fall. Also, the seat can easily be raised and my 5 year old niece sat on it and seemed to be fine. I bought one for my 3 year old niece after seeing a boy riding around the sidewalks at my condo complex. My brother in law put training wheels on it which defeats the purpose of a balance bike. I don't think she rides it too often but they live on a step driveway. When I was purchasing I heard about the same maker creating one with wheels you can eventually put on. I liked that a lot buy couldn't find online in stock. I do think a boy would like this and after initially being against the idea of a bike without peddles, I do think it teaches them how to catch themselves when they are about... » Read More I bought one for my 3 year old niece after seeing a boy riding around the sidewalks at my condo complex. My brother in law put training wheels on it which defeats the purpose of a balance bike. I don't think she rides it too often but they live on a step driveway. When I was purchasing I heard about the same maker creating one with wheels you can eventually put on. I liked that a lot buy couldn't find online in stock. I do think a boy would like this and after initially being against the idea of a bike without peddles, I do think it teaches them how to catch themselves when they are about to fall. Also, the seat can easily be raised and my 5 year old niece sat on it and seemed to be fine. « Show Less
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Hi Dorthi,My 96 year old Auntie uses the pedaler without it being even plugged in because she pedals too fast for the motor! However, I believe if you tape your shoes to the pedals so they will stay engaged with the pedals that you CAN use the pedaler without having to exert your own muscles to pedal. The Automatic pedaler should continue to circle without having to use muscle power. I am going to her home this morning, and I will try that myself and let you know for certain if that works or not. I will get back to you before noon this morning. I think it is a great asset to her exercising. Thank you for your question. Sincerely, Erile Casey, Scottsdale, AZ Hi Dorthi,My 96 year old Auntie uses the pedaler without it being even plugged in because she pedals too fast for the motor! However, I believe if you tape your shoes to the pedals so they will stay engaged with the pedals that you CAN use the pedaler without having to exert your own muscles to pedal. The Automatic pedaler should continue to circle without having to use muscle power. I am going to her home this morning, and I will try that myself and let you know for certain if that works or not. I will get back to you before noon this morning. I think it is a great asset to her... » Read More Hi Dorthi,My 96 year old Auntie uses the pedaler without it being even plugged in because she pedals too fast for the motor! However, I believe if you tape your shoes to the pedals so they will stay engaged with the pedals that you CAN use the pedaler without having to exert your own muscles to pedal. The Automatic pedaler should continue to circle without having to use muscle power. I am going to her home this morning, and I will try that myself and let you know for certain if that works or not. I will get back to you before noon this morning. I think it is a great asset to her exercising. Thank you for your question. Sincerely, Erile Casey, Scottsdale, AZ « Show Less
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The Zike website says:Are there adult models?Currently all Zike models are designed for children, however the Saber has a weight limit of 200 lbs (91 kg) and is large enough to support adults 200 pounds or lower. A full line of Zikes for adults will be available in the future; follow us at facebook.com/getziked and twitter.com/getziked for updates.http://zike.net/qa.html
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Could work ok for a beginner. Wouldn't take long for a 12 year old to learn the basics and be ready for some real power. I would save my money and get a used Japanese bike or possibly a 125 pit bike
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It would be perfect for you, you might decrease the pull strength until you get used to it then crank it up. But even now as an adult I still have fun with it.
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Joan this is a low level bike the tension is very weak.. You will out grow this bike in 30 days. My wife use it while watching television she likes it. If you are a seriously athletic person spend a little more money for a better bike !!!!
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Hi Susie, I personally thought this was a great bike for my grandson who was five at the time of purchase. Remember it's a glide and does not have wheels. My grandson loved the bike but preferred the wheels. It is an EXCELLENT 1st bike for little guys. If you have not watched the video please do so. It is great for teaching balance and can not me any easier to put together, 5min. Best of wishes with your decision. Enjoy! Donna KDonna T. Kasinak answered on January 25, 2013
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It has given me an excellent workout. So far I've only used it on the lower resistance levels (1-3). After the first few days, every muscle in my legs got sore. The resistance goes up to 8, and I aspire to one day being fit enough to do most my workout at this level. You also 'get out of it what you put into it.' If you peddle faster, at higher resistance levels, you'll definitely get a good work out. Mine is very stable , but I only use it on carpet or a rug. However, I'm only 5'5" and 135 pounds, and ride for about a half hour everyday. If one weighed 200 lbs. or over, and wanted to ride much more than that, I'd invest in a heavier, more expensive bike.