Are the wheels pointed downward? Does it feel like you're going downhill?
1845905
I'm not sure what you mean by wheels. There are two small rollers on the front so that you can move it. The picture may look like it is slanted down but it isn't. It is nice and level when you are on it.
1845906
No, it does not feel like you're going downhill. There is no up or downhill adjustment. You are simply standing up straight while doing the circular peddling motion of your typical elliptical. The only "wheels" are two very small rollers on the bottom for easy sliding of the machine across the floor. Hope that helps!
1096312
It is a seven speed, so going up hill isn't that bad. I don't have any steep hills, where I ride, so don't know what its like if you need to stand up to peddle. Going down hill is free wheeling, so you need to brake to slow down.
1388671
Absolutely! A guy at my bike shop said the ride would be stiff but I like the new feel. I also like not worrying as much when I roll through bits of glass!
911234
Yes -- my daughter coasts when she feels like it...and sometimes she pedals very hard and I can feel the boost from her pedaling, too.
120307
Sounds like it slipped off track...Try and crank I all the up/down, until the tension comes back....??
1032974
They are sort of in the middle. They are softer than the usual cheap wheels, but not as soft as an air filled wheel. They seem to soak up the small bumps pretty well.
2188300
No, but they slide backward and forward (toward and away horizontally, not vertically). I haven't had an issue with them at all.
1608333
You do NOT have to be going downhill relying on gravity (although that does make for a really fast ride). It is propelled by foot motion. With a leftt-right-left-right-left-right push movement with feet on the bar, it causes the front wheel to swivel and you move forward. It is very easily accomplished on level surfaces. Now, I have seen my 6yo have trouble maintaining his forward motion once he comes to climbing an incline. Unless you have momentum and a good foot-swivel going, you will slow, stop, and back-roll when confronted with an incline.
1796573
It almost depends on what type of bike you have. But that being said I have a commuter style bike and your legs do kind of have to go "out" a little more when you pedal. It's not bad though, it just takes some getting used to.
1177698
Not great. It's like pulling a sled, the wheels don't float, because they're rounded and to small. However if it's all you have, pulling a sled is easier than carrying everything.
1313823
No, poor feature as the power driven wheels click and don't rotate smoothly without resistance. It moves but not easily and likely impacts the life of the drive feature.
1488948
Not at all! It sits in the corner of my office because I feel bad about how much I've paid for it. All the wheels have a lock and you can accidentally lock them by hitting them. Then you can't move and get stuck in place. It is the worst thing I've bought on amazon
1140062
We don't like ours. The tilt slightly forward so you always feel like you are sliding off.
33171
it is not for people with balance problems like myself. it has nice big wheels to go over rougher ground. some older people just need a bit of strength help. like a tricycle it is more tippy than 4 wheels for sure.
1399200
I don't have great balance either... It works best on a flat surface (not uphill) but I was ok with my balance. It is a workout, so don't expect it to be like a scooter.
1140064
Absolutely not. The seat tilts forward making you feel like you are going to slide right off. Also, I have a bad back and they were some of the worst chairs I've owned. They lasted here about two weeks and were then sent to Goodwill.
1389983
Not just one direction like that. Smooth floors tend to be more difficult. I've noticed some turning difficulty at the mall too. I've sort of adjusted to it though.